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www.scmp.comHere are the latest Russia news highlights from reputable outlets as of today:
- Reuters reports on Russia lowering its oil and gas production/export projections for 2026–2029, and Putin signaling deployment of a new Sarmat nuclear missile by year-end. This suggests military modernization alongside economic forecast revisions. [Reuters summary, 2026-05-12]
- NewsNow aggregates current developments, including updates on Russian citizenship policies for Transnistria residents and ongoing war-related topics in Ukraine, reflecting both domestic and regional security dynamics. [NewsNow snapshot, 2026-05-16]
- South China Morning Post offers ongoing coverage of the Ukraine conflict with Russia’s drone attacks and related geopolitical implications, as well as BRICS-related diplomacy affecting India’s stance. [SCMP snapshot, 2026-05-14]
- The Moscow Times provides independent Russian news coverage that often includes domestic politics, economics, and society, useful for perspectives outside state media. [The Moscow Times overview, 2026-05-14]
- TASS and Al Jazeera also maintain round-the-clock Russia coverage, with TASS offering state-aligned reporting and Al Jazeera providing broader regional context. [TASS; Al Jazeera summaries]
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