Russia's annual inflation reaches 7,17 percent
The year-on-year inflation figure "may be adjusted following the release of Rosstat's September data on October 9
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Russia, Lebanon discuss resumption of direct flights
Direct flights between Russia and Lebanon have been suspended for over four years
Türkiye develops its own satellite communication system
Astralink will feature its own proprietary signal format and chips
Conference on missing persons begins in Baku
The Fourth International Conference on Missing Persons is taking place in the capital of Azerbaijan with the participation of representatives from various countries, ambassadors, and experts.
Troika transport card to be introduced in North Ossetia
This marks a significant step in the development of the region's public transport system
Abkhazian Railway clarifies winter train services to Abkhazia
Trains will continue to run to Abkhazia this winter
Baku plans to lay second fiber-optic cable across Caspian Sea
The AzerTelecom CEO noted that given current demand growth rates, scalability and channel capacity are not the only factors that matter
Russian Railways to take tourists to Narzan Valley again
Tourists will see the autumn resorts of the Stavropol Krai, visit a national park, see waterfalls, and take part in a tasting session at a winery
Passengers from cancelled Flydubai flights return to Israel - Media
According to media reports, the UAE General Civil Aviation Authority has completed the repatriation of all passengers from cancelled Flydubai flights to Israel.
Russian Railways cancels dozens of services to Sochi
A number of long-distance trains will run on shortened or modified routes
Russia to help Armenia rehabilitate Nairit site
The site of the former rubber industry giant Nairit, which poses a real threat because of accumulated chemicals and waste, is located near residential buildings
Russia's three-year budget draft resilient to any economic scenario
The head of the Finance Ministry emphasized that the base price of Urals crude will fall from $59 per barrel this year to $50 over the upcoming three-year period
Tourist flow from Russia to Egypt hits record highs
According to Egypt's Ministry of Tourism, the number of tourists travelling from Russia to Egypt rose by 23% in 2026 and could set a new record.
Arkia to airlift Israelis from Dubai - Media
Arkia Airlines will operate evacuation flights for Israeli citizens from Dubai after Flydubai cancelled its services to Israel in the wake of the September 30 incident.
Defence ministers of Azerbaijan and Georgia meet in Shusha
Georgian Defence Minister Irakli Chikovani arrived in Azerbaijan for an official visit and today met his Azerbaijani counterpart, Zakir Hasanov, in Shusha to discuss military cooperation prospects.
Kyrgyzstan launches its first satellite into space
Kyrgyzstan's first satellite has been placed into orbit following a launch in the United States yesterday, and it will help monitor natural features and environmental conditions.
UAE sets up investigative team for Flydubai incident - Media
According to media reports, an investigative team has been created in the United Arab Emirates to examine the circumstances of the Flydubai aircraft incident.
Baku hosts Swimming World Cup for the first time
A stage of the Swimming World Cup kicked off today in the Azerbaijani capital, notably marking the first time the Russian national team is competing under its national flag and anthem
Seaside sunsets in Türkiye, Moscow City Day, Beslan Remembrance Day: Best photos of September 2026
September 2026 brought Moscow City Day and the start of the school year, the Day of Remembrance for the Victims of Beslan, seaside sunsets in Turkey, the "Moscow Estates" festival, the anniversary of the Russian Jewish Congress, …
AZAL resumes flights on Baku-Astrakhan route
The flights will operate three times a week
