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US Secretary of State Marco Rubio said in an interview with CNN-News18 that Washington has to take into account the international consequences of anti-Russian sanctions. He explained Donald Trump's decision to postpone new restrictions by the need to balance pressure on Moscow with the interests of partners, including India.
Sevara AzamovaFormer ambassadors of the US, France and other Western countries described to the BBC the working conditions in Moscow after 2022: constant FSB surveillance, attempts to recruit local staff, intimidation of embassy guests and everyday difficulties caused by sanctions. Diplomats compare the pressure to the Cold War era, but believe their work remains important amid almost non-existent interstate contacts.
Sevara AzamovaOfficial spokesperson of the Russian Foreign Ministry Maria Zakharova stated that Russia and the US continue to discuss the possibility of implementing joint economic projects, noting the existence of 'colossal potential' for developing relations. Earlier, the Russian president's special representative Kirill Dmitriev reported plans to announce joint initiatives, including projects in the Arctic, the LNG sector, and nuclear energy.
Javlon TursunovGeorgian Prime Minister Irakli Kobakhidze announced the appointment of Giorgi Zurabishvili, who previously served as first deputy head of the country's Foreign Ministry, as special representative for relations with Russia. In the State Duma, the decision was called a step in the right direction.
Javlon TursunovGeorgian Prime Minister Irakli Kobakhidze announced the appointment of former Deputy Foreign Minister Giorgi Zurabishvili as special envoy for relations with Russia. He named peaceful conflict resolution, trade and economic relations, and humanitarian dialogue as priorities.
Javlon TursunovKirill Dmitriev, special representative of the Russian president, said at a forum in Verona that the agreement with the US on supplies of Russian diesel will take effect from Friday. According to him, Moscow and Washington are also discussing fertilizer supplies, energy projects and joint AI centers. Dmitriev also predicted an escalation of the fuel crisis in Europe and the resumption of the Nord Streams.
Sevara AzamovaAccording to the Telegram channel Mash, the talks between Russian President Vladimir Putin and US envoy Steven Witkoff in Saint Petersburg will cover a prisoner exchange. Moscow is reportedly seeking the release of Oleg Olshansky and Anatoly Legkodymov, while the US seeks Chuck Zimmerman and Andre Khachaturyan. Also, on October 21 Putin announced the transfer to the US of Stephen Hubbard, convicted of mercenarism.
Javlon TursunovOn October 22, 2026, Russia and Ukraine conducted another exchange of fallen soldiers' bodies. According to the Anadolu agency, Ukraine received 252 bodies from Russia and handed over 25 bodies in the opposite direction. The exchange took place on the territory of Belarus.
Javlon TursunovRussian Ambassador to Montenegro Aleksandr Lukashik told TASS that the republic has officially notified Russia of the termination of the visa-free regime from November 1. From that date, the intergovernmental agreement on mutual travel of September 24, 2008 will cease to be in effect. For entry, Russians will need a visa of Montenegro or of a number of other countries, including the Schengen states. Earlier, the Russian Foreign Ministry declared its intention to take reciprocal visa measures.
Sevara AzamovaPresident of Ukraine Volodymyr Zelensky, at a meeting with the Prime Minister of Finland, said that Kyiv is considering three options for post-war security guarantees: NATO membership, US guarantees with a fifth-article element, and a 'coalition of the willing' involving the US and Europe. He emphasized that all options rest on a strong Ukrainian army and require significant funding. Zelensky also spoke about signals from Steve Witkoff and Jared Kushner and a possible trilateral meeting in November.
Javlon TursunovExpert of the Russian Union of Travel Industry Mikhail Abasov said that Montenegro will suffer noticeable losses after introducing visas for Russians from November 1. According to his data, in 2025 Russians accounted for 8% of all foreign arrivals in the country, and the decline in demand is already visible in summer 2026 statistics.
Sevara AzamovaHead of the RDIF and special representative of the Russian president Kirill Dmitriev stated that Russia could help US farmers not only with diesel fuel but also with fertilizers. In his view, economic cooperation between Moscow and Washington serves the interests of both countries and international security.
Javlon TursunovUS Special Envoy Steve Whitkoff, during talks in St. Petersburg, thanked Vladimir Putin for decisions on diesel fuel exports, noting their benefit to American farmers and truck drivers. Earlier, Trump called his conversation with Putin successful, and Washington lifted sanctions on Russian diesel until April 7. The first tanker carrying 40,000 tons of fuel will depart on October 22.
Javlon TursunovAt the talks in Oslo on October 20 involving Steve Witkoff, Volodymyr Zelensky, Alexander Stubb and Jonas Gahr Store, Ukraine presented “new ideas and proposals.” According to a US official, the parties achieved “significant progress” in developing a coordinated approach to engagement with Russia. The discussions covered security guarantees, an economic plan for Ukraine, and the European security architecture. On October 21, Witkoff arrived in St. Petersburg for a meeting with Vladimir Putin.
Sevara AzamovaRussian presidential press secretary Dmitry Peskov said that Moscow has not changed its position on a possible energy truce: Russia needs peace, not a truce. The day before, Volodymyr Zelensky, after talks with American representatives in Oslo, proposed a mutual renunciation of strikes on energy facilities.
Javlon TursunovThe UK government has proposed new measures to protect subsea internet cables and pipelines: emergency powers over telecom companies, access to cable landing stations, and tougher criminal penalties — up to 14 years' imprisonment. The measures followed accusations against Russia, which denies them.
Sevara AzamovaRussian presidential aide Yuri Ushakov said that the meeting between Vladimir Putin and US special envoy Steve Witkoff, scheduled for October 21, was agreed several days ago and is of a routine nature. Witkoff arrived in St. Petersburg from Oslo, where Washington consulted with the Ukrainian and European sides.
Sevara AzamovaOn October 21, talks between Vladimir Putin and US special envoy Steve Witkoff began in St. Petersburg. They are attended by presidential aide Yuri Ushakov and special representative Kirill Dmitriev, who met the American at Pulkovo Airport in the morning. The day before, Witkoff met with Zelensky, Støre and Stubb in Oslo.
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