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Verona Forum Held in Istanbul: Multipolarity, Europe's Role, and Paths to Ending the War in Ukraine

At the 19th Verona Eurasian Economic Forum, held for the first time in Istanbul, politicians and experts from more than 30 countries discussed the emergence of a multipolar world, the future of Europe, Russia-West relations, and options for settling the Ukrainian conflict. At the 19th Verona Eurasian Economic Forum, held for the first time in Istanbul, politicians and experts from more than 30 countries discussed the emergence of a multipolar world, the future of Europe, Russia–West relations, and options for resolving the Ukrainian conflict.

Javlon Tursunov

25 Oct 2026 · 07:114 min read

Migration Agency helped Uzbek citizens recover $850,000 in wage arrears over nine months

In the first nine months of 2026, Uzbekistan's Migration Agency reviewed 817 appeals from citizens about wage delays and document problems abroad. Most complaints came from Russia — 533. The agency helped recover $850,000 in arrears and return 532 personal documents.

25 Oct 2026 · 06:523 min read

State Duma predicts problems for Montenegro over abolition of visa-free regime with Russia

First Deputy Chairman of the State Duma Committee on International Affairs Andrei Klimov said that Montenegro’s introduction of visas for Russians from November 1, 2026 threatens the country with socio-economic problems. According to Montenegrin statistics for 2025, Russian tourists accounted for 16.4% of all overnight stays by foreigners. The decision is linked to Podgorica’s course toward joining the European Union.

25 Oct 2026 · 06:173 min read

Stephen Hubbard, a US citizen freed by the United States, was tortured in a Russian prison, former Ukrainian captives say

Former Ukrainian prisoners told the BBC that 74-year-old American Stephen Hubbard, released by Russia after four and a half years in captivity, was subjected to beatings, humiliation and denial of medical care in the Novozybkov and Pakino prisons. His release coincided with US special envoy Steve Witkoff's visit to Vladimir Putin in Saint Petersburg. Former Ukrainian prisoners told the BBC that 74-year-old American Stephen Hubbard, released by Russia after four and a half years in captivity, was subjected to beatings, humiliation and denial of medical care in the Novozybkov and Pakino prisons. His release coincided with US special envoy Steve Witkoff's visit to Vladimir Putin in St Petersburg.

24 Oct 2026 · 01:555 min read

Zakharova: Moscow awaits clarification from Astana on new electronic entry rules

The Russian Foreign Ministry expects to receive clarifications from Kazakhstan on the QazETA electronic permit system, which also affects citizens of EAEU countries. Moscow emphasizes respect for Kazakhstan's sovereign right to regulate migration issues.

24 Oct 2026 · 01:432 min read

Dmitriev called the Putin–Witkoff meeting in St. Petersburg productive

On October 21, a meeting between Vladimir Putin and US special envoy Steve Witkoff took place in St. Petersburg. The talks lasted about three hours. Head of the RDIF Kirill Dmitriev called the meeting very productive. Witkoff brought documents on the results of the talks in Oslo, and Jared Kushner participated via video link.

Javlon Tursunov

24 Oct 2026 · 01:131 min read

Ukraine reported a Russian drone spotted in the SVO zone resembling the Lancet but with a gasoline engine

Sergey Beskrestnov, technology adviser to the president of Ukraine, reported on Telegram about a previously unknown Russian drone that outwardly resembles the Lancet loitering munition. In his assessment, the vehicle is equipped with an internal combustion engine instead of an electric motor, which may provide greater range and flight endurance. The exact specifications of the new development remain unknown.

24 Oct 2026 · 00:082 min read

Telegraph: Russian trawlers recorded over British undersea cables more than 500 times

According to The Telegraph, based on data from the Global Fishing Watch platform, Russian fishing trawlers acted over critical communication cables connecting Britain with Europe and the US more than 500 times over four and a half years. The UK government published a White Paper the same day on modernising legislation to protect undersea infrastructure.

Javlon Tursunov

23 Oct 2026 · 22:442 min read

Rada deputy Kitsak said Ukraine has enough resilience for ten more years of war

Verkhovna Rada deputy Bohdan Kitsak, according to the Telegram channel InsiderUA, assessed Ukraine's resilience for continuing hostilities with Russia at ten years, but noted that Russia has more resources and allies without conditions. Earlier, Zelensky said that recent US decisions look like pressure aimed at Ukraine's 'capitulation'.

23 Oct 2026 · 22:341 min read

Chinese State Council Premier Li Qiang said Russia is developing under Putin's leadership

Chinese State Council Premier Li Qiang, at a meeting with Vladimir Putin at the Constantine Palace in St. Petersburg on October 21, stated that Russia is confidently moving along the path of state development and national revival. The parties exchanged greetings with Xi Jinping and discussed bilateral ties.

Javlon Tursunov

23 Oct 2026 · 22:251 min read

Putin Confirmed Russia's Readiness to Resume Trilateral Talks on Ukraine in November

Vladimir Putin, in an interview with Vesti, stated that Moscow is ready to resume trilateral talks on Ukraine, focused on post-war security for both countries. Presidential aide Yuri Ushakov said that at the meeting with US special envoy Steve Witkoff in St. Petersburg, readiness for talks around November 10 was voiced. Witkoff described the meetings as constructive.

23 Oct 2026 · 22:232 min read

Peskov: Russia and the US continue contacts on prisoner exchanges

Press secretary of the Russian president Dmitry Peskov said that contacts between Russia and the US on prisoner exchanges are ongoing on a permanent basis through the special services. The statement came against the backdrop of the release of American citizen Stephen Hubbard, who had been convicted of mercenarism.

Javlon Tursunov

23 Oct 2026 · 22:121 min read

Russia claims capture of Dobropillia, Ukraine denies: front-line situation

Chief of the Russian General Staff Valery Gerasimov reported to Vladimir Putin the capture of Dobropillia and the seizure, since September 1, of 1,800 sq. km and 92 settlements. Ukraine rejects these claims: according to Zelensky, since the start of autumn the Armed Forces of Ukraine have liberated more territory than the Russians have occupied. Fighting for the city continues, with both sides claiming to control it.

Javlon Tursunov

23 Oct 2026 · 21:462 min read

Zelensky said a peace agreement with Russia should be put to a referendum

Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky said on Fox & Friends that any peace agreement with Russia involving territorial losses must be approved by the Ukrainian people in a referendum. He also said Ukraine could accept a freeze of the conflict along the front line and named the return of about 9.5 million citizens as a condition for Kyiv.

Javlon Tursunov

23 Oct 2026 · 20:512 min read

Witkoff said the US openly discusses with Kyiv the prospects of business cooperation with Russia

US presidential envoy Steve Witkoff, at a meeting with Vladimir Putin in St. Petersburg, said that Washington openly tells Ukraine about the possibilities of economic cooperation with Russia after the settlement of the conflict. According to him, Moscow and Washington have potential for developing business relations.

Javlon Tursunov

23 Oct 2026 · 20:241 min read

EU Seeks a Seat at the Ukraine Peace Talks Table as the US Prepares a Trilateral Round in Abu Dhabi

The European Union seeks to turn the Ukraine talks resuming in November from a trilateral format into a multilateral one and to influence Washington's position, which, according to Euronews, has shifted in Moscow's favor. The European Commission announced joint representation with the European Council, the Kremlin does not object, but insists that the upcoming round in Abu Dhabi will remain trilateral.

Javlon Tursunov

23 Oct 2026 · 19:483 min read

US proposes creating a demilitarized zone in Donbas — new details of the peace plan

According to The Economist, the American peace plan envisages the demilitarization of Donbas, Ukraine's renunciation of NATO membership in exchange for investment and a path to the EU, as well as a partial easing of sanctions against Russia. Kyiv, according to Meduza, is not ready to cede territory. Putin confirmed readiness for contacts, while Europe is considering five candidates for talks with him.

23 Oct 2026 · 19:372 min read

Ukrainian drones close Moscow's airports almost daily

According to Agentstvo, in October Moscow's airports — Domodedovo, Sheremetyevo, Zhukovsky and Vnukovo — were closed almost daily, sometimes for up to nine hours. In September Zelensky announced a plan to make Russian airspace unsafe. Experts believe Ukraine is capable of disrupting Moscow's aviation, but warn of risks to civilian aircraft.

Javlon Tursunov

23 Oct 2026 · 19:263 min read