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Syrian Ambassador thanked Russia for organizing the visit of Syrian doctors

10:09 14.10.2020

Syrian Ambassador thanked Russia for organizing the visit of Syrian doctors

“The existing difficult situation in our country is being aggravated by the coronavirus and unreasonable sanctions by Western states. In these conditions, we see the importance of organizing such events, ”Riad Haddad, Ambassador Extraordinary and Plenipotentiary of the Syrian Arab Republic to Russia, said at the meeting with young Syrian …

Why Without Russia or China, UN Human Rights Council Could Quickly Degrade Into a 'Lynch Jury'

23:21 13.10.2020 Ekaterina Blinova

Why Without Russia or China, UN Human Rights Council Could Quickly Degrade Into a 'Lynch Jury'

On 13 October, the UN member states are expected to pick up countries which will sit on the 47-strong United Nations Human Rights Council (UNHRC) for the next three years (2021-2023). International observers have discussed Western NGOs' questionable criteria for keeping Russia, China, Cuba, and some other countries off the …

The vicious circle of Lebanese politics

11:54 09.10.2020 Anna Yershova

The vicious circle of Lebanese politics

The formation of a new government in Lebanon was supposed to be the first step on the way to implementing reforms that would help bring in foreign financial assistance that the country needs to overcome the hard-hitting economic crisis and the consequences of the August 4 explosions in the port …

UN anniversary’s gloomy takeaways

11:50 05.10.2020 Andrey Torin

UN anniversary’s gloomy takeaways

On its 75th anniversary and amid the global COVID-19 pandemic, the United Nations has for the first time convened world leaders mainly in an online format to seek action and solutions for a world in crisis.The UNO’s predecessor, the League of Nations, wrapped up its work with the outbreak of …

Development of human capital is the key goal of BRICS: the outcomes of BRICS Civil Forum 2020

10:57 01.10.2020 Alexandra Borisova

Development of human capital is the key goal of BRICS: the outcomes of BRICS Civil Forum 2020

On September 23-25, the international multimedia press center of Russia hosted an online conference in Moscow, focusing on the results of the BRICS Civil Forum 2020.Speakers listed the cases and measures pertaining to their implementation as part of previous groups, and announced the topics of their upcoming meetings.Victoria Panova, co-chair …

A pandemic of authoritarianism, or how COVID-19 is nixing democracy

10:03 28.09.2020

A pandemic of authoritarianism, or how COVID-19 is nixing democracy

According to Australia’s Department of Health, the total number of COVID-19 infections in the country has reached 26,136. This ranks Australia 75thin terms of the spread of the deadly virus. The number of confirmed cases in Australia has more than tripled over the past two months with the number of …

Kirill Dmitriev: Questions on Sputnik V Vaccine Answered, Critics need to Look for Plank in Own Eyes

13:10 18.09.2020

Kirill Dmitriev: Questions on Sputnik V Vaccine Answered, Critics need to Look for Plank in Own Eyes

Since the launch on August 11 of the Sputnik V COVID-19 vaccine, developed by Gamaleya Center scientists, Russia has seen immense interest and expressions of hope from many countries and has received requests for 1 billion doses of the vaccine. However, it has also faced criticism and questions from some …

Dollar hegemony and Inequalities

13:56 14.09.2020 Alberto Cossu

Dollar hegemony and Inequalities

Many countries are engaged in implementing mechanisms to weaken the dollar. They chase the prospect that the world can be better once the US currency loses its strength and hegemony. China [In China, fears of financial Iron Curtain as U.S. tensions rise] is pushing for a reduction in the use …

What awaits Ukraine after US presidential elections?

13:24 14.09.2020 Denis Baturin

What awaits Ukraine after US presidential elections?

Who is the man that Kiev wants in the White House - Republican Donald Trump or Democrat Joe Biden? For a country like Ukraine, so sensitive to external influences, this is an overarching issue.Joe Biden’s election in November would bring Ukraine into Washington’s sharper focus. However, important as this may …

From war to peace… (Israel and United Arab Emirates normalize relations)

11:52 11.09.2020 Vladimir Sazhin

From war to peace… (Israel and United Arab Emirates normalize relations)

Event On August 13, media in the Middle East and the entire world were shocked by the news about Israel and the United Arab Emirates (UAE) having agreed to normalize bilateral relations, and Abu Dhabi officially recognizing the Jewish State. Two weeks later, on August 29, the President of the …

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