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Russia and China have entered into a formal agreement to construct a nuclear-powered facility on the Moon, intended to serve as a critical infrastructure component for the planned International Lunar Research Station (ILRS). The two countries signed a memorandum of cooperation earlier this month, outlining their shared responsibilities for the ambitious endeavor. The Russian space agency, Roscosmos, will contribute the …

Ukraine’s Foreign Minister Andriy Sybiga made an unannounced visit to Damascus on Monday, urging Syria’s new leader Ahmed al-Sharaa to expel Russian forces from the country. Russia had been a crucial ally of former president Bashar al-Assad, intervening in 2015 to help reverse the tide of Syria’s civil war in Assad’s favor. The overthrow of Assad was a significant blow …

A bomb explosion near an apartment building in Moscow killed Lt. General Igor Kirillov, the head of Russia’s nuclear and chemical defense forces, and his assistant early on Tuesday. According to Russia’s Investigative Committee, the device was placed in a scooter and remotely detonated. The bomb’s blast had the force of approximately 300 grams of TNT. Russian state news agency …

Syrian President Bashar al-Assad has strongly denied any intentions of leaving Syria, labeling the emerging leadership as terrorists. In a recent statement, Assad dismissed rumors about his departure, asserting his commitment to remain in Syria despite the ongoing conflict and international pressure. He condemned the new leaders, branding them as terrorists who pose a threat to Syria’s stability. Assad’s regime, …

After a surprise rebel advance in Syria, Bashar al-Assad fled to Moscow, receiving asylum from Russia, his long-time ally. The rebels’ rapid success in capturing Damascus marked the end of Assad’s 50-year regime, which had been characterized by heavy control and repression. Thousands of Syrians celebrated in the streets, waving flags and firing guns, recalling the early days of the …

Prime Minister Mohammed Ghazi Jalali, who remained in office following the sudden disappearance of President Bashar al-Assad and many senior officials, is working to guide Syria through a transitional phase. He emphasized efforts to ensure the transition is swift and smooth, noting improvements in security and the formation of a new government. Jalali also confirmed that his administration is in …

Syria announced on Wednesday that its counteroffensive has successfully pushed back insurgents attempting to advance towards the strategic city of Hama. However, the insurgency claims to have captured more Syrian soldiers and Iran-backed militants during intense battles. This recent escalation in Syria’s ongoing civil war follows the insurgents’ recent gains, which included capturing significant areas in Aleppo, the largest city …

A Western official denied Ukraine’s claim on November 21 that Russia had launched an intercontinental ballistic missile (ICBM) from its Astrakhan region. The official clarified that the missile was actually a ballistic missile aimed at Dnipro in southeastern Ukraine. The missile strike may be in response to Ukraine’s recent use of US and British missiles to target Russian positions. Moscow …