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Russia preparing evacuation flights from Mideast for as soon as airspace opens

Russia preparing evacuation flights from Mideast for as soon as airspace opens

Aeroflot, S7 both launch evacuation flights from UAE as Russia monitors Middle East crisis

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Kyrgyzstan ready to challenge potential EU sanctions in court, senior official says
02.03.2026

Kyrgyzstan ready to challenge potential EU sanctions in court, senior official says

Kyrgyz Deputy cabinet chairman says Brussels failed to offer "appropriate mechanisms" to demonstrate state’s compliance and avoid sanctions

China accuses US of fueling cyber instability
02.03.2026

China accuses US of fueling cyber instability

Beijing raises concerns after reports US Department of Defense discussed using AI-powered cyber tools against China

India’s Modi calls for peace in Middle East amid US, Israel, Iran airstrikes
02.03.2026

India’s Modi calls for peace in Middle East amid US, Israel, Iran airstrikes

Indian Premier Narendra Modi conveys 'concern' to Israeli counterpart amid ongoing tensions in the region

Russian president discusses 'unprecedented' and 'tragic' situation with Middle Eastern leaders
02.03.2026

Russian president discusses 'unprecedented' and 'tragic' situation with Middle Eastern leaders

Vladimir Putin discusses Middle East situation with leaders from UAE, Qatar, Bahrain over phone, expressing his willingness to help stabilize situation, according to Kremlin

Army deployed, curfew imposed in northern Pakistan after deadly clashes over killing of Iran's Khamenei
02.03.2026

Army deployed, curfew imposed in northern Pakistan after deadly clashes over killing of Iran's Khamenei

At least 23 people were killed in clashes between protesters and security forces across Pakistan on Sunday