Russia says Ukraine, NATO ‘continuing military preparations’ | Al Jazeera

Tensions between Russia and Ukraine simmered on Wednesday, as Moscow accused Kyiv and NATO of continuing military preparations amid heightened concern over possible hostilities in the conflict-stricken Donbas region.

US ambassador to Russia heading home for consultations amid tensions - Global Times

U.S. Ambassador to Russia John Sullivan said Tuesday that he would leave Russia temporarily to discuss bilateral ties with colleagues in Washington, days after Moscow suggested him to return home for consultations amid tensions between the two countries.

Russia issues warning, restricts flight zone over Black Sea - TASS

Russia has declared a flight hazard zone for civilian flights in the area over the Black Sea and Crimea, NOTAMs (Notices to Airmen) issued by Russia inform.

US envoy to Russia to go to Washington and return to Moscow ‘in coming weeks’ - TASS

US Ambassador to Russia John Sullivan will go to Washington this week for consultations with the Biden administration and will return to Moscow "in the coming weeks," the Axios portal reported citing a US State Department spokesperson.

Russian air force kills up to 200 militants in Syria -Ifx - The Jerusalem post

The Russian air force has hit militants' base northeast of Palmyra in Syria, killing up to 200 militants, Interfax news agency reported on Monday, citing the Defence Ministry.

Russia protests Czech expulsion of its diplomats - AA

Russia on Sunday protested the decision of the Czech Republic to expel 18 Russian diplomats, terming it “unfounded.”

Czech Republic expels 18 Russian diplomats - First Deputy Prime Minister - TASS

The Czech Republic is expelling 18 employees of the Russian embassy, who are Russian intelligence officers in the Czech special services’ version, First Deputy Prime Minister and Interior Minister Jan Hamacek, who is also Acting Foreign Minister, said at news conference on Saturday.

Russian security service briefly detains Ukrainian diplomat | Al Jazeera

Russia’s FSB security service briefly detained a Ukrainian diplomat in St Petersburg, Ukraine’s foreign ministry said on Saturday, in the latest flare-up of tensions between the neighbouring countries.

NATO Urges Russia to Allow Access to Ukrainian Ports on Sea of ​​Azov - FARS

(FNA)- NATO is concerned about Russia's plans to restrict access to a number of areas of the Black Sea, calls for free access to Ukrainian ports on the Sea of ​​Azov, as well as freedom of navigation, NATO Spokesperson Oana Lungescu stated on Friday.

US laments ‘unwanted escalation’ & reserves right to retaliate after Russia’s tit-for-tat response to sanctions — RT

 As Russia blacklisted eight current and former American officials and sent ten diplomats packing in retaliation for US sanctions, the State Department lamented the “escalatory” response and said that Washington might respond.

Russia to close parts of Black Sea, Kerch Strait for 6 months | Daily Sabah

Russia will restrict the sailing of foreign military and official ships in parts of the Black Sea until October, a Russian news agency reported on Friday, in a move that is likely to further exacerbate tensions with Ukraine and its western allies.

Ukraine-Russia tensions: Zelensky, Macron and Merkel hold security talks

 

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Russia says US has to pay for new sanctions - China.org.cn

Washington must realize that it will "pay a price" for the degradation of U.S.-Russian relations, Russian Foreign Ministry spokesperson Maria Zakharova said Thursday in response to new anti-Russian sanctions and the expulsion of diplomats.

White House says "invitation remains open" to Putin on Biden summit - The Jerusalem post

President Joe Biden's invitation to Russian President Vladimir Putin to hold a summit in a third country still stands, the White House said on Thursday after the United States slapped an array of sanctions on Moscow.

US imposes new sanctions against Russia, expels ten diplomats & targets national debt in move Moscow may view as major escalation — RT

 US President Joe Biden signed a decree on Thursday, imposing a new round of of sanctions on Russia. They target more than 30 individuals and organizations. The White House also moved to expel nearly a dozen of Moscow’s diplomats

Turkey Says Not Picking A Side in Ukraine-Russia Conflict - Tasnim News Agency

(Tasnim) – Turkey is not picking a side in the conflict between Ukraine and Russia, Turkish Foreign Minister Mevlut Cavusoglu said on Thursday.

US should stay clear of Crimea & Black Sea ‘for its own good,’ says Moscow's deputy FM, as American warships move closer to Russia — RT

 

Any US presence in the Black Sea is a provocation, and Washington should keep away from the area. That's according to a senior Russian diplomat, speaking after Turkey revealed that two US warships would soon arrive in the region.

Russia vows to ensure its citizens’ safety if situation deteriorates in Ukraine - TASS

Russia will do everything possible to guarantee its security and the safety of its citizens, should the crisis in Ukraine drastically deteriorate. However, Kiev and its Western patrons will bear full responsibility for any escalation, Russia’s Deputy Foreign Minister Sergei Ryabkov told reporters Tuesday.

Russia suspends flights with Turkey until June 1 - Turkey News

Russia is temporarily suspending regular and charter flights with Turkey, Moscow announced on April 12.

Lavrov Warns Turkey and Other Countries Not to Support Kiev's 'Militaristic Sentiments'

Δημοσιεύτηκε από Geo Kok στις Δευτέρα, 12 Απριλίου 2021