Russia
Russia's Direct Investment in Azerbaijan Up 1.8 Times
In the first half of 2026, Russia's foreign direct investment in Azerbaijan reached $237.119 million, 1.8 times more than a year earlier. The counterflow of investment from Azerbaijan to Russia fell by 20.6%.
Gazprom Armenia Resumes Gas Supplies to Armenia After Repairs
Natural gas supplies from Russia to Armenia resumed on September 25 after planned repair work on the North Caucasus–Transcaucasia gas pipeline.
Azerbaijan Transits 2,900 Tonnes of Grain from Russia to Armenia
Azerbaijan Railways reports another transit shipment: 1,400 tonnes of barley and 1,469 tonnes of wheat sent from Balajari station to Boyuk-Kesik station.
Air Arabia Extends Flight Cancellations to Russia for October and December
Air Arabia is gradually canceling flights to Russia, affecting October and December. Passengers do not always receive notifications.
iPhone 18 in Russia: Pre-orders from 140,000 to 1 million rubles
Sellers have opened pre-orders for iPhone 18: from 140,000 rubles at Gorbushka to 1 million rubles for delivery on premiere day.
Putin and Trump Discuss Ukraine and Outcomes of Kushner and Witkoff Visits
The presidents of Russia and the United States held an hour-long phone conversation, discussing the settlement of the conflict in Ukraine and the outcomes of American representatives' visits to Moscow and Kyiv.
Putin and Aliyev Discuss Trade and Economic Cooperation
The presidents of Russia and Azerbaijan held a telephone conversation, during which they discussed topical issues of bilateral cooperation.
US, Russia and Ukraine may announce trilateral talks
Trump's special envoy Steve Witkoff said trilateral talks involving the US, Russia and Ukraine could be held soon.
Putin May Meet Trump at APEC Summit in China
Russian Presidential Aide Yuri Ushakov has reported a possible meeting between Vladimir Putin and Donald Trump at the APEC summit in China.
OPEC+ Extends September Quotas into October
Seven OPEC+ countries have kept oil production levels for October unchanged from September, reaffirming their commitment to the deal.
Ministry of Transport Working on New Air Routes to Friendly Countries
Russian Transport Minister Andrei Nikitin announced efforts to open new air routes and increase flight frequencies to friendly countries in Asia and the Middle East.
Trump's Special Envoy Witkoff and Kushner Arrive in Moscow
Special envoy of the US President Steve Witkoff and Jared Kushner have arrived in Moscow for talks.
Azerbaijan Sends Another Batch of Oil Products to Armenia
Azerbaijan has dispatched a batch of oil products to Armenia, along with Russian wheat, fertilizers, and timber transiting through Azerbaijan.
Government Extends Fuel Export Ban for Producers Until September 2026
The Russian government has extended the temporary ban on exports of diesel, marine fuel, and gas oils by direct producers until September 30, 2026, to stabilize the domestic market.
Medvedev: No Mobilization Planned in Russia
Deputy Chairman of the Security Council Dmitry Medvedev said there are no plans for mobilization in Russia, and contract soldiers are sufficient.
How Turkey attracts workers from Central Asia amid tightening in Russia
Labor migration from Central Asia to Russia fell by 15% in 2026. Turkey is creating institutional conditions to attract workers from Turkic states, offering an alternative to the Russian labor market.
CIA Director Visits Moscow to Warn Russia Against Attacks on NATO
CIA Director John Ratcliffe visited Moscow this week to warn Russia against attacks on NATO countries and discuss Iran-related issues, CBS News reports.
Russia's Gas Production Up 1% in July
Russia's natural gas production in July 2026 reached 47.8 billion cubic meters, up 1% year-on-year, according to Rosstat.
Uzbekistan and Russia to Introduce Electronic Permits for Freight Transport by 2026
Uzbekistan's Ministry of Transport plans to implement an e-permit system for international freight road transport with Russia and Belarus by the end of 2026.
Russia-China Trade Turnover Reaches $159.24 Billion in January-July
Special envoy Boris Titov reported that trade turnover with China for January-July 2026 reached nearly $160 billion, and the number of Chinese companies in Russia has grown 11-fold.
CIA Director John Ratcliffe Arrives in Moscow on Unannounced Visit
CIA Director John Ratcliffe is in Moscow for talks with Russian officials, according to CBS News. No official comments have been made yet.
Prototype of Osvey Aircraft to Appear in 2027
Russian First Deputy Prime Minister Denis Manturov announced that the prototype of the Russian-Belarusian Osvey aircraft will appear in 2027, with certification completed by the end of 2029.
Russia ships 242 tons of propane to Armenia via Azerbaijan
Another transit shipment from Russia to Armenia via Azerbaijan took place on August 24: 7 railcars with propane were dispatched from Bilyajari station.
Azerbaijan Continues Transit of Russian Goods to Armenia
On August 22, wheat and propane from Russia were sent in transit through Azerbaijan to Armenia. Since the start of deliveries, the total volume of grain has exceeded 49,000 tons.