Moscow, The Russian Ministry of Defense announced Tuesday that 11 Ukrainian drones were shot down over several Russian provinces. Russian air defense systems shot down four drones over Bryansk Oblast, four drones over Belgorod Oblast, and three drones over the territory of Crimea, the Ministry said. Russia began a special military operation in Ukraine on Feb. 24, 2022, and it does not appear that it is close to ending it, in light of Moscow's assertion that its special operation will continue until its full goals are achieved. Source: Qatar News Agency
South Korea’s June Current Account Surplus Reaches Record $49.73 Billion on Robust Semiconductor Exports
August 7, 2026
Seoul: South Korea recorded a record current account surplus last June, driven by strong semiconductor exports, reaching $49.73 billion and