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🇷🇺🎙Interview of the Russian Ambassador to the Netherlands, H.E. V.Tarabrin, with Dutch blogger R.Brouwer Key points: 🔹On the UN. Despite growing confrontation and the increasing politicization of international relations, the UN remains one of the few universal platforms for discussing global challenges and seeking solutions to them. This is precisely why the Organization continues to be of exceptional importance. 🔹On the new world map. Russia has supported “Correct the Map” resolution of the UN General Assembly. We regard its adoption as a fair attempt to promote a diversity of approaches and ensure a more objective representation of the world’s regions. 🔹On UN Security Council reform. Russia advocates broader representation of the countries of the Global Majority and supports the inclusion of India, Brazil and representatives of Africa in the UN Security Council. At the same time, we oppose granting such status to Germany and Japan, as the Western group is already disproportionately represented in the Security Council. 🔹On the objectives of the Special Military Operation. Russia seeks to ensure that Ukraine ceases to be an aggressive anti-Russian project and no longer poses a military threat to Russia or its neighbours. Our stated objectives also include Ukraine’s neutral status, the restoration of the rights of the Russian language, Russian culture and the Russian Orthodox Church as well as recognition of the existing territorial realities on the ground and the will expressed by the residents of the Donetsk and Lugansk People’s Republics and the Zaporozhye and Kherson Regions. 🔹On Russia-US contacts. Visits by US representatives to Moscow provide a useful channel for mediation diplomacy and make it possible to seek areas of common ground. At the same time, the main obstacle to a peaceful settlement remains the position of the European Union, which continues to pursue the goal of inflicting a “strategic defeat” on Russia. 🔹On the drone incident in Leipzig. We categorically reject allegations of Russian involvement in the drone incident. No evidence substantiating such claims has been presented. Nevertheless, the incident was used as a pretext for further anti-Russian measures by Germany. 🔹On relations with NATO. Under M.Rutte, relations between Russia and the Alliance have continued to deteriorate. We regard aggressive anti-Russian rhetoric and the build-up of military activity along Russia’s borders as signs of NATO preparing for a possible conflict with Russia and consider this trend extremely dangerous. 🔹On relations with the Netherlands. Bilateral ties are at an extremely low point. The Hague has effectively placed itself at the forefront of the anti-Russian camp, actively contributing to militarization and pursuing a confrontational course. At the same time, rising military expenditure means that enormous resources that could otherwise be directed towards social welfare, healthcare, education and transport are instead being spent on armaments and further fuelling the spiral of confrontation with Russia. 🔹On the threat of a direct confrontation with Europe. Russia is not interested in a war with European countries and has no aggressive plans towards Europe. However, the current course pursued by European countries is becoming increasingly dangerous. A direct military confrontation between Russia and Europe risks rapidly escalating into a nuclear conflict with devastating consequences. Watch the full interview

🎙 Russian Foreign Ministry Spokeswoman Maria Zakharova’s statement on the Kiev regime’s continuing attacks and provocations against the Zaporozhskaya Nuclear Power Plant (October 5, 2026) 💬 The Kiev regime continues to deliberately create the risk of a serious nuclear accident by attacking Russia’s Zaporozhskaya Nuclear Power Plant (#ZNPP). On October 4, Ukrainian militants used a UAV to strike the ZNPP’s laboratory and support building No. 2, located just 200 metres from the plant’s reactor units. Kiev also shelled the radioactive waste processing building twice. Those behind this provocation know full well that an attack on this ZNPP facility could damage equipment essential to the safe handling of radioactive materials. On the same day, October 4, the neo-Nazi Kiev regime targeted a truck carrying food supplies for the plant’s personnel near Melitopol. The driver was killed. ▪️ The Russian Foreign Ministry extends its deepest condolences to his family and loved ones. Ukraine thus continues to attack the ZNPP and its associated infrastructure to disrupt the plant’s operations and create the risk of a nuclear accident. These outrages, which bring the threat of a nuclear catastrophe dangerously close, once again expose the Kiev regime’s true terrorist nature. Western countries’ failure to respond adequately has emboldened Kiev to step up its attacks on the ZNPP. They continue to supply Ukraine with weapons, effectively encouraging further attacks and provocations. Their response to Ukrainian attacks on the ZNPP shows how little their statements on nuclear safety and security at the IAEA, the UN and other international forums are worth. It also makes clear that they are willing to endorse any terrorist methods their proxies use to advance their goals. ❗️ We call on the IAEA leadership to unequivocally condemn the criminal actions of Kiev and its sponsors.

⚡️ Russian Foreign Ministry Spokeswoman Maria Zakharova’s statement on Japan’s latest anti-Russian actions (October 5, 2026) 💬 The Japanese Government continues to take reckless steps, further eroding what little remains of Japan’s relations with Russia. On October 2, Tokyo announced its 27th “package” of illegitimate measures against our country, targeting 33 Russian legal entities and nine individuals, as well as several companies abroad. For the first time, these unfriendly measures also include restrictions on shipping. We took note of the Japanese authorities’ clumsy attempts to justify these hostile actions, entirely unprovoked by Russia, by citing the “current international situation over Ukraine”, and to cynically portray them as a “contribution to efforts for achieving international peace”. 👉 We see this as further evidence that Tokyo’s foreign policy lacks independence. It is dictated by Japan’s unquestioning alignment with its so-called like-minded partners in the Euro-Atlantic region, who are pathologically fixated on inflicting a “strategic defeat” on Russia, rather than by its national interests. Clearly, in seeking to keep pace with other Russophobes, Sanae Takaichi’s Government is pushing the prospect of lasting peace in Ukraine further out of reach. Tokyo has once again demonstrated its disregard for international law and bilateral agreements. The 1957 Treaty of Commerce, which remains in force between our countries, explicitly guarantees, among other things, treatment for vessels and their crews in all matters relating to merchant shipping on terms no less favourable than those granted to any third country. ❗️ Tokyo’s unfriendly actions will prompt proportionate countermeasures on our part, primarily targeting areas of interest to Japan.

#Announcement On October 2-26, 2026, media representatives and bloggers can apply for accreditation to cover the “Peoples of Russia” International Week. ℹ️ The “Peoples of Russia” International Week is held annually pursuant to Presidential Executive Order No. 382 of June 1, 2026, declaring 2026 the Year of Unity of the Peoples of Russia. Its central theme is “Solidarity among States through the Unity of Peoples and Traditional Values”. The events are coordinated by the Executive Office of the Security Council of the Russian Federation and organised by the Roscongress Foundation. Russian and foreign media outlets, as well as bloggers, may apply in accordance with the accreditation rules published in the “Media” section of the Week’s official website. 📄 Programme Overview of the “Peoples of Russia” International Week Stay tuned for updates on the official website and via email newsletters. ✉️ For media accreditation enquiries, please contact: media@roscongress.org

🗓 On October 5, Moscow hosted the eighth meeting of the Moscow Format Consultations on Afghanistan, attended by special representatives and senior officials from Russia, Afghanistan, India, Iran, Kazakhstan, Kyrgyzstan, China, Pakistan, Tajikistan and Uzbekistan. Afghanistan’s delegation was led by Foreign Minister Amir Khan Muttaqi. Delegations from Belarus and Egypt attended as guests. 👉 Sergey Lavrov’s remarks at the eighth meeting of the Moscow Format Consultations on Afghanistan *** The Moscow Format Consultations provide an authoritative multilateral platform for countries in the region to coordinate practical approaches to issues related to Afghanistan. During the meeting, participants reaffirmed that there is no alternative to developing cooperation with Kabul on an equal and mutually beneficial basis and supporting Afghanistan’s integration into the global economy. Participants once again called on the international community to provide regular humanitarian assistance to the Afghan people, stressing that such aid must not be politicised. 🤝 On the sidelines of the event, Sergey Lavrov held separate talks with Foreign Minister of Afghanistan Amir Khan Muttaqi. The Ministers discussed prospects for developing bilateral cooperation and working together in international and regional forums.

🎙 Russian Foreign Minister Sergey Lavrov’s remarks at the 8th meeting of the Moscow Format Consultations on Afghanistan (Moscow, October 5, 2026) 💬 Sergey Lavrov: It is a pleasure to open the latest meeting of the Moscow Format Consultations on Afghanistan. This dialogue mechanism of high standing has been in operation since 2016 meaning that this particular meeting marks its 10th anniversary and brings together countries that have a stake in establishing and maintaining equal and mutually beneficial partnership with the Afghan people. It offers an opportunity to hold a substantive discussion of matters related to providing international assistance to Afghanistan and, importantly, to do so in conjunction with Kabul. ☝️ August 2026 marked the fifth anniversary of Afghanistan’s liberation from two decades of Western occupation. The vast military machine of the US and its NATO allies crumbled in the face of the Afghan people’s fighting spirit and determination, forcing the occupiers to flee. A national government led by the Taliban movement came to power and established control over the country. It must be acknowledged that it has governed with a fair degree of success. Afghan security forces are waging an uncompromising fight against ISIS and other terrorist groups. Hundreds of militants have been eliminated, and a number of high-profile terrorist attacks, including those targeting foreign nationals and diplomatic missions, have been foiled. Importantly, helping strengthen Kabul’s counterterrorism capabilities by providing material and expert assistance and maintaining contacts between intelligence and law enforcement agencies meets the interests of all of us. The measures the Afghan government is taking to combat illicit drug trafficking produce results. According to expert assessments by the UN Office on Drugs and Crime, opiate production in that country has declined by 90% since 2022. The Afghan economy continues to grow despite the tough sanctions imposed by Western countries, which, under the pretext of protecting human rights, have cut the Islamic Emirate off from the international financial system and seized its national banking assets. This is what the West is practicing on a regular basis. Unfortunately, the humanitarian situation in the country remains difficult. According to the UN, more than 17 million Afghans - nearly half the population - will face food shortages this coming winter, and the total number of people in need of humanitarian aid will reach 22 million. Clearly, relevant international agencies need to step up, and bilateral efforts need to be deployed to address the situation at hand. Russia will continue to provide regular humanitarian aid, and another batch will arrive in Afghanistan in the coming months. ❗️ The deployment of NATO military infrastructure in Afghanistan and neighbouring countries under any pretext whatsoever is categorically unacceptable. As we know from history, presence of this kind carries the risk of destabilisation and heightened tensions and conflict. We have seen no other outcome from this kind of presence over the past several decades. I am confident that your meeting will be constructive and contribute to Afghanistan’s further development as an independent and sustainable state, and help promote peace and stability throughout the region. Read in full

🎙 Opening remarks by Russia's Foreign Minister Sergey Lavrov during talks with Foreign Minister of Afghanistan Amir Khan Muttaqi (Moscow, October 5, 2026) 💬 Sergey Lavrov: I would like to emphasise that we greatly value Kabul’s direct participation in the Moscow Format consultations on Afghanistan. We consider this platform the most effective forum for addressing the problems facing Afghanistan and the surrounding region, not simply because it bears Moscow’s name, but because of the concrete results it delivers. I would like to congratulate you on the fifth anniversary of Afghanistan’s liberation from the NATO military presence. Five years is a short time to overcome the consequences of decades of occupation, but your Government’s achievements are evident, and we welcome them. Achievements in combatting terrorism and drug trafficking are evident as well. Your country has seen 170 new enterprises open. In monetary terms, exports have doubled over the past five years. We are certainly encouraged by the start of construction of the Afghan section of the TAPI (Turkmenistan-Afghanistan-Pakistan-India) gas pipeline. 🤝 As our Afghan colleagues have repeatedly noted, progress in combating drug trafficking and terrorism is due in large part to the continuing military-technical cooperation between our countries. It’s safe to say that there are no obstacles in the form of earlier sanction barriers that would obstruct our efforts to expand cooperation across all areas, including the economy, scientific research and technology, and humanitarian cooperation, as well as strengthening law enforcement agencies. #RussiaAfghanistan

⚡️ Prosecutor General’s Office of the Russian Federation: Following an application by the Prosecutor General’s Office of the Russian Federation, Baltic nationalists have been recognised by a court as accomplices of Nazi Germany in war crimes and crimes against humanity committed against the Soviet people during the Great Patriotic War – a finding of legal significance. Recognition of this fact is not only an evident conclusion stemming from the principal legal findings of the Nuremberg Trials, but also a historical duty that society and the state owe to those who fought in the war, its veterans and its victims. ⚖️ It has been established that the Nazi invaders committed atrocities with the direct involvement of their accomplices – Latvian, Lithuanian and Estonian nationalists (13 individuals and five organisations). According to records from the archives of Russia’s Federal Security Service, Foreign Ministry and Defence Ministry, as well as the State Archive of the Russian Federation, following Germany’s attack on the USSR, the Nazis recruited Baltic nationalists from among local residents to do their “dirty work” in the occupied territories. They carried out punitive operations against civilians and Soviet POWs. Through their actions, the territories of the Baltic countries – Latvia, Lithuania and Estonia – became killing grounds during the Great Patriotic War for POWs, Soviet officials and their families, and people suspected of sympathising with the Red Army. ▪️ In total, Baltic collaborators killed more than 1.5 million people during the war and the post-war years. *** Since the early 1990s, the authorities of today’s Baltic countries have pursued a deliberate state policy of distorting the USSR’s role in the Great Patriotic War and its Victory over Nazism. Collaborators associated with Nazi criminals, along with their organisations, are being glorified. This contradicts the Verdict of the Nuremberg Tribunal regarding responsibility for the Second World War, its causes and its outcomes, as well as the provisions of the UN General Assembly resolution “Combating glorification of Nazism, neo-Nazism and other practices that contribute to fuelling contemporary forms of racism, racial discrimination, xenophobia and related intolerance”. In effect, it serves to justify Nazi crimes. ❗️ Countering these destructive trends is fundamental to preserving historical memory, preventing the falsification of history and protecting the national interests of the Russian Federation.

⚡️ Prosecutor General’s Office of the Russian Federation: Following an application by the Prosecutor General’s Office of the Russian Federation, Baltic nationalists have been recognised by a court as accomplices of Nazi Germany in war crimes and crimes against humanity committed against the Soviet people during the Great Patriotic War – a finding of legal significance. Recognition of this fact is not only an evident conclusion stemming from the principal legal findings of the Nuremberg Trials, but also a historical duty that society and the state owe to those who fought in the war, its veterans and its victims. ⚖️ It has been established that the Nazi invaders committed atrocities with the direct involvement of their accomplices – Latvian, Lithuanian and Estonian nationalists (13 individuals and five organisations). According to records from the archives of Russia’s Federal Security Service, Foreign Ministry and Defence Ministry, as well as the State Archive of the Russian Federation, following Germany’s attack on the USSR, the Nazis recruited Baltic nationalists from among local residents to do their “dirty work” in the occupied territories. They carried out punitive operations against civilians and Soviet POWs. Through their actions, the territories of the Baltic countries – Latvia, Lithuania and Estonia – became killing grounds during the Great Patriotic War for POWs, Soviet officials and their families, and people suspected of sympathising with the Red Army. ▪️ In total, Baltic collaborators killed more than 1.5 million people during the war and the post-war years. *** Since the early 1990s, the authorities of today’s Baltic countries have pursued a deliberate state policy of distorting the USSR’s role in the Great Patriotic War and its Victory over Nazism. Collaborators associated with Nazi criminals, along with their organisations, are being glorified. This contradicts the Verdict of the Nuremberg Tribunal regarding responsibility for the Second World War, its causes and its outcomes, as well as the provisions of the UN General Assembly resolution “Combating glorification of Nazism, neo-Nazism and other practices that contribute to fuelling contemporary forms of racism, racial discrimination, xenophobia and related intolerance”. In effect, it serves to justify Nazi crimes. ❗️ Countering these destructive trends is fundamental to preserving historical memory, preventing the falsification of history and protecting the national interests of the Russian Federation.

#Announcement 🇷🇺🇹🇱 On October 4-6, Minister of Foreign Affairs and Cooperation of the Democratic Republic of Timor-Leste Bendito Freitas will pay an official visit to Moscow. On October 6, Russia's Foreign Minister Sergey Lavrov will hold talks with Bendito Freitas. The Ministers will exchange views on a wide range of issues on the bilateral agenda, including deepening political dialogue, developing cooperation in trade, the economy and humanitarian sphere, and improving the legal framework governing relations between the two countries. They are also expected to discuss key international and regional issues. #RussiaTimorLeste

#Announcement 🎙 On Thursday, October 8, Russia’s Foreign Ministry Spokeswoman Maria Zakharova will hold her weekly briefing on current foreign policy issues. 🕙 10:00 am MSK 🕖 7:00 am GMT 🕗 8:00 am CET 🕒 3:00 pm CST For accreditation inquiries, please contact the MFA Press Centre. Accredited journalists will receive details on the technical aspects of submitting questions. The Foreign Ministry Spokeswoman will answer media questions received by the call centre. ❗️ Accreditation is open until October 6, 12:00 pm MSK

#KievRegimeCrimes ⚡️ Ambassador-at-Large of the Russian Ministry of Foreign Affairs Rodion Miroshnik: PHOTO FACTS & EVIDENCE of crimes committed by Ukrainian armed forces over the week of September 28 – October 4, 2026: ▪️ September 28 – balloons carrying propaganda leaflets, a radio repeater and Lepestok anti-personnel mines were shot down over the Belgorod Region. ▪️ September 28 – a UAV strike on an apartment building in Voronezh, Voronezh Region. The overnight UAV raid on the city’s residential neighbourhoods resulted in injuries to 13 civilians. ▪️ September 30 – a UAV strike on a grocery store in Novaya Kakhovka, Kherson Region. ▪️ September 30 – a UAV strike on a civilian car in the village of Raiskoye, Kherson Region. ▪️ October 2 – a UAV strike on an EMERCOM vehicle in Donetsk, DPR. Eight rescue workers were injured. ▪️ October 2 – a UAV strike on an apartment building in Donetsk, DPR. A 76-year-old civilian was injured. ▪️ October 3 – the aftermath of a massive UAV raid on residential neighbourhoods in Belgorod, Belgorod Region. Two civilians were killed and 12 were injured. ▪️ October 3 – a UAV strike on a civilian car in Belgorod, Belgorod Region. ▪️ October 3 – a UAV strike on a private home in Donetsk, DPR. A civilian was injured. ▪️ October 3 – a UAV strike on a civilian car in the village of Kazinka, Belgorod Region.

🇷🇺🇹🇯📞 On October 5, President of Russia Vladimir Putin and President of Tajikistan Emomali Rahmon had a telephone conversation. During the call, Vladimir Putin extended his heartfelt congratulations to Emomali Rahmon on his birthday. 🤝 Both Presidents expressed satisfaction with the high level of the strategic partnership and alliance between Russia and Tajikistan, reaffirming their commitment to further strengthening these ties. The President of Tajikistan was also sent a congratulatory message. #RussiaTajikistan

☢️ Zaporozhskaya Nuclear Power Plant (#ZNPP): ⚡️ On October 5, Laboratory and amenity building No. 2 at the Zaporozhskaya NPP was attacked by two Ukrainian UAVs. The building is located approximately 200 metres from reactor units 4 and 5. Two further Ukrainian UAV attacks targeted the radioactive waste processing building. There were no casualties. The roof was damaged. These attacks have posed no threat to nuclear safety. ❗️ Strikes on such facilities are potentially dangerous. The proximity of the laboratory and amenity building to the reactor units creates a risk of damage to nearby infrastructure and puts personnel at risk. Attacks on the radioactive waste processing building could damage equipment and disrupt the safe handling of radioactive materials. Plant personnel remain in control of the situation. Safety parameters are monitored around the clock. Radiation levels at the plant site and within the sanitary protection zone remain within prescribed limits. The absence of a threat to nuclear safety following these attacks does not diminish the danger posed by strikes on the ZNPP territory.

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🎙 News conference by Russia’s G20 Sherpa Denis Agafonov following the third Sherpa meeting on preparations for the G20 Summit (Washington, D.C., October 2, 2026) Key points: • A series of events, expert meetings and ministerial industry dialogues were held ahead of the G20 Summit in Miami scheduled for December 2026. • Largely based on the agreements reached during the industry dialogue by the United States, a draft declaration has been developed that will likely be called the Doral Declaration, as custom has it. • Our meeting focused mainly on the work on this declaration. The discussion helped identify both converging views and areas of disagreement. • Before the summit convenes, both the presiding party and the sherpas are to find ways to reach consensus and agree on the matters that the country leaders could approve in December in Miami. • We support the United States’ ambition to produce a finalised and approved document. • I believe that right now, we are moving in the right direction towards a final declaration that will reflect the actual key economic problems and potential solutions. #Agenda • We share the United States’ view that the Group of Twenty shall return to its origins and focus on macroeconomic issues. Our positions are close on many industry-specific topics as well as on energy. However, there are certain matters that should certainly be considered in a slightly different light. #Geopolitics • Of course, the geopolitical context occasionally arises in the discussion and it currently has a broad geography, but overall, the dialogue is well-balanced and non-confrontational. #RussiaG20 • On Russia’s Side, the heads of federal executive bodies at the ministerial level participated in almost all the events concerning the four priorities, which reaffirms our attention and our understanding of the importance of the G20 format. • The business aspect of Russia-US cooperation within the Group of Twenty can be described as currently being on pause. • The decision on Russian President Vladimir Putin’s participation in this year’s G20 Summit in Miami will be made closer to the event. • Russia intends to participate in the G20 events in Britain in 2027. #SouthAfrica • The decision [not to invite South Africa to the G20 Summit] is without authority. We insist on South Africa’s immediate reinstatement. • During the recent BRICS summit, participants adopted the New Delhi Declaration, which contains a specific paragraph <...> on interaction within the Group of Twenty and clearly articulates the stance of all #BRICS countries on solidarity with South Africa. • We hope that common sense will prevail and South Africa will participate in further events. #Poland • US officials have spoken of Poland’s potential participation in the G20. <...> This matter requires the consensus of all G20 countries. #AI • The G20, being a framework that consolidates various points of view, could be an appropriate platform for discussing artificial intelligence.

#AmbassadorAmbarov 🇱🇸🇷🇺 Warmest congratulations to the Kingdom of Lesotho on Independence Day! We extend our heartfelt congratulations and best wishes to the Government and the people of Lesotho as the country celebrates the 60th anniversary of its independence. The history of Lesotho’s independence is a testament to the enduring value of self-determination freedom, and sovereignty. 🌐 🤝Over the decades, diplomatic relations between Russia and Lesotho have been built on a solid foundation of mutual respect and equal partnership. Today, our countries maintain close cooperation within the United Nations and other international platforms, sharing common approaches to global challenges. An important part of our friendship lies in education and humanitarian ties. Since the Soviet era, many Basotho nationals have graduated from Russian universities, and we look forward to continuing this educational exchange for the benefit of both nations. ✨ We wish the people of Lesotho peace, progress and prosperity. May the cooperation between Russia and Lesotho continue to grow stronger! Check out Russian Ambassador Roman Ambarov's congratulatory message published in in Public Eye #RussiaLesotho

🚀 On October 4, 1957, the Soviet Union opened humanity’s path to the stars! #OTD, the Space Age officially began: the world’s first artificial satellite – Sputnik 1 – entered Earth’s orbit. At 10:28 pm Moscow time, an R-7 launch vehicle, developed under the leadership of the outstanding Soviet rocket engineer Sergey Korolev, lifted off from the Tyuratam launch site (later named Baikonur). Just over five minutes later, the satellite separated from the rocket and transmitted its world-famous signals: “Beep! Beep!” 📰 On October 5, 1957, Soviet newspaper Pravda reported:

On October 4, 1957, the USSR successfully launched the first satellite. The satellite is currently following an elliptical orbit around Earth, and its flight can be observed in the light of the rising and setting Sun using the simplest optical instruments. Updates on the movement of the first artificial satellite, launched in the USSR on October 4, will be broadcast regularly by radio stations.

🛰 An aluminium sphere 58 centimetres (~23 inches) in diameter, weighing 83.6 kilograms (~184 pounds), with four antennas and two radio transmitters – this was humanity’s first envoy in orbit. Behind its simple exterior lay the immense efforts of Soviet scientists, engineers and workers. Sputnik completed an orbit around Earth roughly every 96 minutes, and radio enthusiasts worldwide picked up its famous signals. Its radio transmitters operated for about three weeks, while the satellite itself remained in orbit for 92 days. During that time, it completed 1,440 orbits around Earth, travelling some 60 million kilometres (~ 37.3 million miles). Its flight ended on January 4, 1958, when it entered the dense layers of the atmosphere and burned up. The historic launch validated the calculations and technical solutions needed to reach space. Observations of the satellite gave scientists new data on the density of the upper atmosphere and the propagation of radio waves through the ionosphere. 🌐 Sputnik 1 was a triumph of Soviet science and engineering – an achievement for all humanity. It proved that the path beyond Earth was open – paving the way for Yuri Gagarin’s flight, the exploration of the Moon and other planets, and the construction of orbital stations. For 6️⃣9️⃣ years, satellites have served humanity. Today, they are essential to everyday life: they provide communications and television broadcasting, help us navigate, forecast the weather and monitor climate change. ☝️ But the first was ours. Forever. #Sputnik1

🇷🇺🇮🇳 On 3 October 2000, #RussiaIndia Declaration on Strategic Partnership was signed, marking the beginning of a new era in Moscow–New Delhi relations and setting out the key areas for their further development. The Document was signed during President of the Russian Federation Vladimir Putin’s state visit to India, which took place on 2–5 October 2000. Since then, Russian-Indian cooperation has reached an even higher level — that of a Special and Privileged Strategic Partnership. 🤝 #India is a long-standing and reliable partner of Russia. For decades, our nations have maintained friendly and trusting relations, grounded in the equal consideration of each other’s interests, mutual respect and a shared commitment to advancing an inclusive and non-confrontational international agenda. 🌐 We are committed to shaping a #MultipolarWorld order and advocate the democratisation of international relations. Russia and India are enhancing their cooperation in multilateral formats, first and foremost within the #G20, #UN, #BRICS and #SCO. Political dialogue between Moscow and New Delhi at the highest and high levels, as well as through foreign ministries and other government agencies, remains dynamic. 💬 President of the Russian Federation Vladimir Putin in his statement to the media following Russian-Indian talks (New Delhi, 5 December 2025):

Russia and India pursue an independent and sovereign foreign policy. Together with our BRICS partners and other countries of the Global Majority, we are promoting the emergence of a fairer and more democratic multipolar world order and upholding the fundamental principles of international law enshrined in the #UNCharter. These include the right of every country to pursue its own path of development and preserve its cultural and civilisational identity, respect for sovereignty, and a carefully calibrated balance of interests of all members of the international community.

🎉 We extend our warmest congratulations to our Indian colleagues and friends on this shared milestone!

⚡️ Foreign Ministry statement reiterating warnings to foreign nationals and diplomatic personnel against remaining in Kiev or near military facilities in Ukraine (October 3 , 2026) The Russian Foreign Ministry reiterates that, in response to terrorist attacks by the Armed Forces of Ukraine against Russia’s civilian population and infrastructure, the Armed Forces of the Russian Federation continue to carry out systematic and sustained strikes against military targets in Kiev and other Ukrainian cities. The Russian side has previously called on foreign nationals and diplomatic personnel located in Kiev to leave the city and refrain from travelling to Ukraine. Russian authorities have also urged Ukrainian residents to stay away from military and administrative facilities. These warnings were conveyed in the statement issued by the Russian Foreign Ministry on May 25, 2026, as well as through diplomatic notes addressed to foreign partners. They were also reiterated by Deputy Foreign Minister Mikhail Galuzin during a briefing for members of the diplomatic corps on May 27, 2026. The authorities of a number of countries, including the United States, the United Kingdom, European Union member states, Norway, and Switzerland, have repeatedly advised their citizens against travelling to Ukraine, most recently in August of this year. We note with concern that not everyone has taken these warnings into account and that some individuals are knowingly placing themselves in mortal danger. A number of foreign embassies continue to operate in Kiev, and foreign officials continue to visit Ukraine. The Armed Forces of the Russian Federation will continue to carry out large-scale retaliatory strikes. ❗️ The Russian Foreign Ministry once again urges foreign nationals, including personnel of diplomatic missions, to refrain from remaining in or travelling to Ukraine. Responsibility for any possible adverse consequences lies entirely with those who choose to disregard this warning.