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International Federation of Gymnastics Bends Over Backwards to Show Double Standards Against Russia
5+ hour, 17+ min ago (81+ words) On April 1, the Federation threatened possible disciplinary action against 15-year-old Russian gymnast Sofia Ilteryakova after she failed to turn toward the flags raising behind her at an awards ceremony at the Rhythmic Gymnastics World Cup in Sofia, Bulgaria on March…...
Iran Almost Finalized Draft of New Navigation Regime in Strait of Hormuz
5+ hour, 14+ min ago (184+ words) MOSCOW (Sputnik) - Iran has nearly completed its draft protocol, which would establish a new navigation regime in the Strait of Hormuz, and plans to begin talks with Oman to develop a joint solution, Iranian Deputy Foreign Minister Kazem Gharibabadi said…...
Journalists From South Asia Take Part in In-Person SputnikPro Session
6+ hour, 51+ min ago (352+ words) Sputnik International is a global news media keeping you updated on all the latest world news 24/7. Browse Sputnik for breaking news and top stories on politics, economy, social media and the most viral trends. The project is part of the…...
Bottlenecks and Breakthroughs: Can Pakistan Seize Its Moment As a Logistics Hub?
1+ day, 4+ hour ago (234+ words) The surge in volumes was driven by the war; however, as risks escalate in the Gulf region, a sustained opportunity could emerge'provided Pakistan is prepared for it, Ali Khizar, Director of Research at Business Recorder, told Sputnik. Pakistan's ports are…...
Russia's New Topol-Based Start-1M Conversion Rocket Unveiled for 1st Time
1+ day, 9+ hour ago (130+ words) MOSCOW (Sputnik) - The exterior of the new Start-1M light-class conversion rocket system, based on the Topol-M intercontinental ballistic missile (ICBM), was presented for the first time at an exhibition in Russia's Federation Council on Wednesday, a Sputnik correspondent reported. The…...
Drones Attack Turkish Tanker With 140,000 Tonnes of Oil Near Turkish Coast - Reports
1+ week, 12+ hour ago (58+ words) ISTANBUL (Sputnik) - Unidentified drones have attacked a Turkish oil tanker, ALTURA, carrying 140,000 tonnes of crude oil in the Black Sea off the Turkish coast, damaging the vessel and prompting a distress call from the crew, Turkish broadcaster NTV Haber reported…...
PLA’s J-10C Drills Show Growing Edge in Integrated Air Warfare
1+ week, 2+ day ago (579+ words) As Monday marked the 28th anniversary of the maiden flight of the Chinese People's Liberation Army Air Force's J-10 fighter jet, CCTV News reported that multiple units have recently conducted high-intensity drills with J-10C fighter jets....
US B-52 Strategic Bomber Sends Distress Signal Over UK- Flightradar24
1+ week, 2+ day ago (47+ words) Sputnik International is a global news media keeping you updated on all the latest world news 24/7. Browse Sputnik for breaking news and top stories on politics, economy, social media and the most viral trends. US B-52 Strategic Bomber Sends Distress Signal…...
Airlines Suffer Losses Estimated at $53Bln Due to Middle East Conflict
1+ week, 5+ day ago (137+ words) On February 28, the United States and Israel began striking targets in Iran, including in Tehran, causing damage and civilian casualties. Iran has carried out retaliatory strikes on Israeli territory, as well as on US military targets in the Middle East....
Russia's Pantsir Air Defense Systems Capable of Intercepting Flamingo Missiles - Rostec
1+ week, 6+ day ago (188+ words) MOSCOW (Sputnik) - Russia's Pantsir air defense systems are capable of intercepting not only drones but also HARM and HIMARS projectiles, ATACMS ballistic missiles and cruise missiles including Storm Shadows and Flamingos, Russian state tech corporation Rostec said on Friday. "Pantsir…...