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#Announcement
🗓 On May 12-17, 2026, the International Economic Forum “Russia – Islamic World: KazanForum” will take place at the Kazan Expo International Exhibition Centre.
The Forum is one of the largest international platforms for interaction between Russia and the countries of the Islamic world. Over the years, the number of participants has grown from 250 representatives of 18 countries in 2009 to more than 22,000 participants from nearly 100 states, including government officials, heads of international organisations, business leaders and experts from across the globe.
The Forum is chaired by Deputy Prime Minister of the Russian Federation Marat Khusnullin and is held with the support of the Federation Council of Russia and the Government of the Republic of Tatarstan. The event is organised by the Roscongress Foundation, with the ANO Directorate of Sports and Social Projects serving as the executive directorate.
The Forum’s mission is to strengthen economic, scientific, technological and humanitarian cooperation between Russia and the member states of the Organisation of Islamic Cooperation (#OIC), as well as to promote the development of Islamic finance institutions and investment cooperation.
✍️ Key focus areas include:
• prospects for trade and economic partnership
• investment projects
• infrastructure development
• new mechanisms of interaction between business and government
The Forum's programme features a wide range of thematic tracks, covering international cooperation, industrial dialogue and transport, as well as Islamic finance, the halal industry, tourism and healthcare. Dedicated sessions will also address youth diplomacy, entrepreneurship, education, culture and the role of women in the economy.
The working languages of the Forum are Russian, English and Arabic. The Forum's Plenary Session will be held in Russian, English, Arabic and French.
👉 Learn more
👉 Registration
🗓 On May 12-17, 2026, the International Economic Forum “Russia – Islamic World: KazanForum” will take place at the Kazan Expo International Exhibition Centre.
The Forum is one of the largest international platforms for interaction between Russia and the countries of the Islamic world. Over the years, the number of participants has grown from 250 representatives of 18 countries in 2009 to more than 22,000 participants from nearly 100 states, including government officials, heads of international organisations, business leaders and experts from across the globe.
The Forum is chaired by Deputy Prime Minister of the Russian Federation Marat Khusnullin and is held with the support of the Federation Council of Russia and the Government of the Republic of Tatarstan. The event is organised by the Roscongress Foundation, with the ANO Directorate of Sports and Social Projects serving as the executive directorate.
The Forum’s mission is to strengthen economic, scientific, technological and humanitarian cooperation between Russia and the member states of the Organisation of Islamic Cooperation (#OIC), as well as to promote the development of Islamic finance institutions and investment cooperation.
✍️ Key focus areas include:
• prospects for trade and economic partnership
• investment projects
• infrastructure development
• new mechanisms of interaction between business and government
The Forum's programme features a wide range of thematic tracks, covering international cooperation, industrial dialogue and transport, as well as Islamic finance, the halal industry, tourism and healthcare. Dedicated sessions will also address youth diplomacy, entrepreneurship, education, culture and the role of women in the economy.
The working languages of the Forum are Russian, English and Arabic. The Forum's Plenary Session will be held in Russian, English, Arabic and French.
👉 Learn more
👉 Registration
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💬 Russian Foreign Ministry Spokeswoman Maria Zakharova:
Former UK Prime Minister John Major, speaking at King’s College London, strongly criticized the US-Israel military operation against Iran, saying: “There was no diplomatic attempt to obtain a UN resolution to give legality to the war”.
Apparently, John Major has conveniently forgotten how, in 2003, he told the BBC that the US-UK invasion of Iraq was about “restoring normal life” in the country – despite the absence of any UN Security Council resolution authorizing the use of force.
Yes, the Anglo-Saxons did try to “secure” backing of the Council. But he seems to have also forgotten the disgraceful spectacle of Colin Powell at the UN, waving a vial of white powder as “proof” of Iraq’s alleged WMDs.
And now, criticizing US-Israeli aggression against Iran, he would have us believe this has never happened before?
No – this is a case of “ah,golly – here we go again”.
What staggering hypocrisy.
Former UK Prime Minister John Major, speaking at King’s College London, strongly criticized the US-Israel military operation against Iran, saying: “There was no diplomatic attempt to obtain a UN resolution to give legality to the war”.
Apparently, John Major has conveniently forgotten how, in 2003, he told the BBC that the US-UK invasion of Iraq was about “restoring normal life” in the country – despite the absence of any UN Security Council resolution authorizing the use of force.
Yes, the Anglo-Saxons did try to “secure” backing of the Council. But he seems to have also forgotten the disgraceful spectacle of Colin Powell at the UN, waving a vial of white powder as “proof” of Iraq’s alleged WMDs.
And now, criticizing US-Israeli aggression against Iran, he would have us believe this has never happened before?
No – this is a case of “ah,
What staggering hypocrisy.
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⚡️ Russia's EMERCOM:
On March 19, a special flight of Russia's EMERCOM delivered humanitarian aid to the Republic of #Mozambique.
By decision of Russia's President Vladimir Putin, following instructions from the Government of Russia and on the orders of EMERCOM Head Alexander Kurenkov, around 29 tonnes of humanitarian cargo were transported from Moscow.
🛬 An Il-76 aircraft delivered food, essential supplies, as well as tents and blankets for flood-affected communities in the African republic.
#RussiaHelps
On March 19, a special flight of Russia's EMERCOM delivered humanitarian aid to the Republic of #Mozambique.
By decision of Russia's President Vladimir Putin, following instructions from the Government of Russia and on the orders of EMERCOM Head Alexander Kurenkov, around 29 tonnes of humanitarian cargo were transported from Moscow.
🛬 An Il-76 aircraft delivered food, essential supplies, as well as tents and blankets for flood-affected communities in the African republic.
#RussiaHelps
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⚡️ On March 19, RT correspondent Steve Sweeney and his cameraman received shrapnel injuries in an Israeli attack in southern Lebanon. Both are conscious and currently receiving medical treatment.
💬 Russian Foreign Ministry Spokeswoman Maria Zakharova:
In light of the hundreds of journalists killed in Gaza, today's attack cannot be described as accidental.
Moreover, the missile did not strike a “key strategic military facility”, but the site of a news report.
We wish the RT journalists a speedy recovery.
We expect a response from international organizations.
***
💬 Russian Delegation to UNESCO:
A targeted missile strike hit journalists in press uniforms while they were filming a report.
We call on #UNESCO Director-General Khaled El-Enani, in accordance with relevant decisions of the General Conference and Executive Board on Safety of Journalists, to condemn this crime.
💬 Russian Foreign Ministry Spokeswoman Maria Zakharova:
In light of the hundreds of journalists killed in Gaza, today's attack cannot be described as accidental.
Moreover, the missile did not strike a “key strategic military facility”, but the site of a news report.
We wish the RT journalists a speedy recovery.
We expect a response from international organizations.
***
💬 Russian Delegation to UNESCO:
A targeted missile strike hit journalists in press uniforms while they were filming a report.
We call on #UNESCO Director-General Khaled El-Enani, in accordance with relevant decisions of the General Conference and Executive Board on Safety of Journalists, to condemn this crime.
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🎙 Comment by Foreign Ministry Spokeswoman Maria Zakharova regarding the remarks of US Secretary of War Pete Hegseth on US “space dominance” (March 19, 2026)
💬 The US policy in the field of space exploration and space security is becoming increasingly aggressive. Officials in Washington openly declare ambitions to achieve military dominance in outer space.
A vivid example is the remarks by the US Secretary of War Pete Hegseth, delivered during his “Arsenal of Freedom” tour of US defense enterprises.
In particular, the ambitious goal of ensuring absolute and unquestionable US dominance in outer space has been set. Outer space is declared as “the single most decisive battlefield of this century and centuries to come”, the fight for which becomes “the fight for the future of the world”. According to Washington, “whoever controls the high ground controls the fight”. At the same time, the possibility of “orbital equity” or “parity” of states is categorically rejected.
Thus, this confirms our concerns regarding the rapidly deteriorating situation in the field of space security and the increasing risk of outer space being transformed into an arena of armed confrontation. One can clearly see Washington’s determination to promptly implement dangerous doctrinal principles. Space supremacy is regarded by the US as a guarantee of achieving advantage in any conflict against any potential enemy. The US plans to deploy weapon systems in outer space are beginning to take real shape.
It is clear that such actions should not remain without a response from the international community. The implementation by Washington of its course to deploy and build up force capabilities in near-Earth orbit could lead to an arms race in outer space, as well as undermine global security and strategic stability.
❗️ At the same time, the US ignores the obvious: any armed conflict in orbit will have catastrophic consequences for the long-term sustainability of outer space activities and prospects for space exploration for all states without exception.
We have not yet passed “the point of no return” in keeping outer space peaceful and free of weapons and conflicts.
Much depends on urgent and coordinated actions of the international community. Today, initiatives on the prevention of an arms race in outer space (#PAROS), primarily on elaborating a relevant international legally binding instrument, are more in demand than ever. The Russian-Chinese draft treaty on the prevention of the placement of weapons in outer space, as well as the threat or use of force against outer space objects, can serve as its basis. An important intermediate step towards such a legally binding instrument on PAROS is the international initiative/political commitment of “No First Placement of Weapons in Outer Space”, which already comprises 37 states.
☝️ We will continue constructive efforts to enhance space security in the interests of all humankind.
💬 The US policy in the field of space exploration and space security is becoming increasingly aggressive. Officials in Washington openly declare ambitions to achieve military dominance in outer space.
A vivid example is the remarks by the US Secretary of War Pete Hegseth, delivered during his “Arsenal of Freedom” tour of US defense enterprises.
In particular, the ambitious goal of ensuring absolute and unquestionable US dominance in outer space has been set. Outer space is declared as “the single most decisive battlefield of this century and centuries to come”, the fight for which becomes “the fight for the future of the world”. According to Washington, “whoever controls the high ground controls the fight”. At the same time, the possibility of “orbital equity” or “parity” of states is categorically rejected.
Thus, this confirms our concerns regarding the rapidly deteriorating situation in the field of space security and the increasing risk of outer space being transformed into an arena of armed confrontation. One can clearly see Washington’s determination to promptly implement dangerous doctrinal principles. Space supremacy is regarded by the US as a guarantee of achieving advantage in any conflict against any potential enemy. The US plans to deploy weapon systems in outer space are beginning to take real shape.
It is clear that such actions should not remain without a response from the international community. The implementation by Washington of its course to deploy and build up force capabilities in near-Earth orbit could lead to an arms race in outer space, as well as undermine global security and strategic stability.
❗️ At the same time, the US ignores the obvious: any armed conflict in orbit will have catastrophic consequences for the long-term sustainability of outer space activities and prospects for space exploration for all states without exception.
We have not yet passed “the point of no return” in keeping outer space peaceful and free of weapons and conflicts.
Much depends on urgent and coordinated actions of the international community. Today, initiatives on the prevention of an arms race in outer space (#PAROS), primarily on elaborating a relevant international legally binding instrument, are more in demand than ever. The Russian-Chinese draft treaty on the prevention of the placement of weapons in outer space, as well as the threat or use of force against outer space objects, can serve as its basis. An important intermediate step towards such a legally binding instrument on PAROS is the international initiative/political commitment of “No First Placement of Weapons in Outer Space”, which already comprises 37 states.
☝️ We will continue constructive efforts to enhance space security in the interests of all humankind.
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🗓 On March 19, the Delegation of the Russian Federation to the Vienna Negotiations on Military Security and Arms Control, together with the Ambassador-at-Large of the MFA of Russia Mr. Rodion Miroshnik held an international teleconference War crimes of the AFU against the civilian population of the Belgorod region.
🌍 Representatives from over 70 countries participated in the event, joining the teleconference from across continents.
The keynote speakers included Ambassador-at-Large of the MFA of Russia on crimes committed by the Kiev regime Mr. Rodion Miroshnik, Deputy Governor of the Belgorod region Ms. Olga Medvedeva, journalist covering international affairs and public figure Mr. Scott Ritter, expert on UAVs used by the AFU against civilian targets, CEO of Ushkuynik Research and Production Center Mr. Alexey Chadayev, and journalist of SOLOVIOV Live and participant in the volunteer charity missions of the SVR (Soloviev Vladimir R.) Foundation in the Belgorod Region Mr. Sergey Karnaukhov. Witnesses to the war crimes committed by the AFU shared their accounts of the events in the Belgorod region.
❗Key takeaways from the discussion:
▪Over the past few years, and especially recently, we have observed a steady increase in the number of Ukrainian attacks on civilian infrastructure and civilians in the border regions of Russia. According to reports, significant part of these strikes fall on the territory of the Belgorod region. This applies not only to border settlements but also to Belgorod itself, the capital of the region, which has in fact become one of the most frequently shelled cities among regional capitals of our country.
▪The presentations included systematized data, expert assessments, and eyewitness accounts, allowing for a more complete understanding of the humanitarian consequences of the ongoing attacks on civilian infrastructure and civilians in the region.
▪The testimonies of people who have directly experienced the consequences of the shelling are particularly valuable. Their words are not dry statistics or figures. These are human destinies, destroyed homes, and lives under the constant threat of attacks.
▪Expert assessments were presented regarding the legal aspects of what is happening. This is about compliance with international humanitarian law, which explicitly requires minimizing damage to civilians and civilian infrastructure.
▪Special attention was given to issues of energy security in the region and the consequences of attacks on critical infrastructure. We heard expert assessments of the scale of the risks faced by residents of border areas, as well as of the measures being taken to protect infrastructure and ensure the stable operation of vital systems.
▪It is important that the discussion was not merely ascertaining. It made it possible to record factual material that should be the subject of further analysis and discussion at international forums.
📍It's unacceptable that international human rights activists react with lightning speed to any Ukrainian news and make unfounded accusations against our country without even a preliminary investigation into incidents. When it comes to the deaths of people in Russian cities, they remain silent.
Double standards must be abandoned!
▪Participants of the teleconference supported the call for the international community to condemn the criminal acts of the Kiev regime against the civilians of our country.
☝Such events are an opportunity to convey to a wider audience facts that often remain unnoticed by a significant part of the global information space.
🌍 Representatives from over 70 countries participated in the event, joining the teleconference from across continents.
The keynote speakers included Ambassador-at-Large of the MFA of Russia on crimes committed by the Kiev regime Mr. Rodion Miroshnik, Deputy Governor of the Belgorod region Ms. Olga Medvedeva, journalist covering international affairs and public figure Mr. Scott Ritter, expert on UAVs used by the AFU against civilian targets, CEO of Ushkuynik Research and Production Center Mr. Alexey Chadayev, and journalist of SOLOVIOV Live and participant in the volunteer charity missions of the SVR (Soloviev Vladimir R.) Foundation in the Belgorod Region Mr. Sergey Karnaukhov. Witnesses to the war crimes committed by the AFU shared their accounts of the events in the Belgorod region.
❗Key takeaways from the discussion:
▪Over the past few years, and especially recently, we have observed a steady increase in the number of Ukrainian attacks on civilian infrastructure and civilians in the border regions of Russia. According to reports, significant part of these strikes fall on the territory of the Belgorod region. This applies not only to border settlements but also to Belgorod itself, the capital of the region, which has in fact become one of the most frequently shelled cities among regional capitals of our country.
▪The presentations included systematized data, expert assessments, and eyewitness accounts, allowing for a more complete understanding of the humanitarian consequences of the ongoing attacks on civilian infrastructure and civilians in the region.
▪The testimonies of people who have directly experienced the consequences of the shelling are particularly valuable. Their words are not dry statistics or figures. These are human destinies, destroyed homes, and lives under the constant threat of attacks.
▪Expert assessments were presented regarding the legal aspects of what is happening. This is about compliance with international humanitarian law, which explicitly requires minimizing damage to civilians and civilian infrastructure.
▪Special attention was given to issues of energy security in the region and the consequences of attacks on critical infrastructure. We heard expert assessments of the scale of the risks faced by residents of border areas, as well as of the measures being taken to protect infrastructure and ensure the stable operation of vital systems.
▪It is important that the discussion was not merely ascertaining. It made it possible to record factual material that should be the subject of further analysis and discussion at international forums.
📍It's unacceptable that international human rights activists react with lightning speed to any Ukrainian news and make unfounded accusations against our country without even a preliminary investigation into incidents. When it comes to the deaths of people in Russian cities, they remain silent.
Double standards must be abandoned!
▪Participants of the teleconference supported the call for the international community to condemn the criminal acts of the Kiev regime against the civilians of our country.
☝Such events are an opportunity to convey to a wider audience facts that often remain unnoticed by a significant part of the global information space.
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The Kremlin hosted a ceremony to present state decorations to winners and participants of the 14th Winter Paralympic Games
The Games were held from March 6 to 15, 2026 in Milan and Cortina d'Ampezzo, Italy.
The Russian national team comprised six para athletes and one sighted guide who competed in three disciplines (para cross-country skiing, para Alpine skiing, and para snowboarding), winning 12 medals in total, including eight gold, one silver, and three bronze, and securing third place in the overall medal standings.
The decorations were presented to:
🔹Anastasia Bagiyan, who won three gold medals in the women's para cross-country skiing vision impaired events;
🔹Aleksei Bugayev, who secured one gold and two bronze medals in the men's para Alpine skiing standing events;
🔹Varvara Voronchikhina, who took home two gold, one silver, and one bronze medals from the women's para Alpine skiing standing events;
🔹Ivan Golubkov, who won two gold medals in the men's para cross-country skiing sitting events;
🔹Sergei Sinyakin, the sighted guide of Anastasia Bagiyan.
The coaching staff of Russia's Paralympic team also received state decorations and presidential commendations.
See more on the Kremlin’s official website.
The Games were held from March 6 to 15, 2026 in Milan and Cortina d'Ampezzo, Italy.
The Russian national team comprised six para athletes and one sighted guide who competed in three disciplines (para cross-country skiing, para Alpine skiing, and para snowboarding), winning 12 medals in total, including eight gold, one silver, and three bronze, and securing third place in the overall medal standings.
The decorations were presented to:
🔹Anastasia Bagiyan, who won three gold medals in the women's para cross-country skiing vision impaired events;
🔹Aleksei Bugayev, who secured one gold and two bronze medals in the men's para Alpine skiing standing events;
🔹Varvara Voronchikhina, who took home two gold, one silver, and one bronze medals from the women's para Alpine skiing standing events;
🔹Ivan Golubkov, who won two gold medals in the men's para cross-country skiing sitting events;
🔹Sergei Sinyakin, the sighted guide of Anastasia Bagiyan.
The coaching staff of Russia's Paralympic team also received state decorations and presidential commendations.
See more on the Kremlin’s official website.