Russia’s ‘socially significant’ websites should be accessible to everyone free of charge – Putin

Free access to key Russian websites will give people wider opportunities to communicate, learn new things, and be creative; this will give the country a competitive advantage, Vladimir Putin has said. … Read More >Russia’s ‘socially significant’ websites should be accessible to everyone free of charge – Putin

‘Why do you allow the United States to bully you?’ – Iranian FM to Europe over nuclear deal tensions

Iranian FM Zarif criticized the European decision to trigger an investigation into Tehran’s alleged non-compliance with the nuclear deal – asking why it allows “bullying” from the United States, who derailed the agreement. … Read More >‘Why do you allow the United States to bully you?’ – Iranian FM to Europe over nuclear deal tensions

Japan: 3 US Soldiers Arrested for Assault and Shoplifting

TOKYO – Three US soldiers stationed in an American military base in Okinawa were arrested in separate incidents on assault and shoplifting charges, according to Japanese police. US news outlet Stars and Stripes, citing Deputy Police Chief Hirotoshi Iha’s statement, reported that Petty Officer Ricardo Alfre Monsalvogarza, 27, of US Naval Hospital Okinawa … Read More >Japan: 3 US Soldiers Arrested for Assault and Shoplifting

Chinese petrochemical factory consumed by huge FIREBALL after massive explosion (VIDEOS)

A massive explosion ripped through a chemical plant in Zhuhai, southern China on Monday, forcing workers to flee for their lives as a fireball consumed the facility, sending thick plumes of black smoke high into the air. … Read More >Chinese petrochemical factory consumed by huge FIREBALL after massive explosion (VIDEOS)

Libya’s Haftar positive about outcome of Moscow talks, but needs 2 days for discussions with tribal leaders – Russian MoD

The Moscow talks on Libya’s ceasefire haven’t failed despite the head of the Libyan National Army (LNA) not signing an agreement. Khalifa Haftar just wanted to discuss it with tribal leaders, the Russian Defense Ministry said. … Read More >Libya’s Haftar positive about outcome of Moscow talks, but needs 2 days for discussions with tribal leaders – Russian MoD

Non-commitment probe into Iran by France, Germany & UK ‘groundless,’ only increases tensions around nuclear deal – Russia

The European trio’s accusation that Iran violates the key restrictions of the nuclear deal are unjustified, the Russian Foreign Ministry said urging the countries not to increase tensions that could endanger the pact. … Read More >Non-commitment probe into Iran by France, Germany & UK ‘groundless,’ only increases tensions around nuclear deal – Russia