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Sputnik News

Sputnik News is a Russian news agency that reports on a diverse array of topics, including world news, politics, economics, and culture. It publishes content in multiple languages, including English, and is recognized for presenting a Russian perspective on global affairs. Sri Lanka Guardian serves as an official content syndication partner of Sputnik News.

    October 20, 2026
    Defence/Geopolitics

    China’s Suspected Underwater Drone Motherships Signal Expanding Naval Ambitions

    China appears to be developing a second unusually configured vessel that could serve as a mothership for large underwater drones, adding to evidence of a potential effort to extend the country’s uncrewed

    Culture/Human Rights

    Falling Crucifix Kills Ecuadorian Priest During Livestreamed Mass

    Ecuadorian Catholic priest Patricio Alfredo Sánchez Molinari was killed when a heavy crucifix and a statue of Jesus Christ fell from the wall behind the altar during a livestreamed Mass at the Church of Perpetual Relief in Guayaquil. The incident

    October 19, 2026

    ‘I Apologise to the Maha Sangha’: Sirisena Admits Error in Gnanasara Pardon

    Judiciary/Sri Lanka

    Former Sri Lankan president Maithripala Sirisena has acknowledged a procedural error in the granting of a presidential pardon to Galagoda Aththe Gnanasara Thero, saying

    Sri Lanka’s Buddhist Legacy Is Bigger Than Its Borders

    Culture/Editor's Choice

    Former president Ranil Wickremesinghe has called for stronger cooperation among Theravada Buddhist nations, declaring Anuradhapura a sacred centre for Buddhists across Asia. Highlighting centuries

    Researchers Formulate Laws to Govern Rotating Space Tether Systems

    December 13, 2024
    Education/News

    A rotating space tether system consists of two spacecraft connected by a long, thin, and strong tether—often tens of kilometers in length—functioning as a “space sling” while its center of mass follows

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    Biden Warns Project 2025 is a ‘Disaster’ for US and Region

    December 11, 2024
    Diplomacy/United States

    US President Joe Biden on Tuesday warned his successor Donald Trump to not embrace Project 2025, even though the president-elect has denied on multiple occasions any connection to the concept. “I pray

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    West Exploits Syria Transition as Cover for Influence – Former UK Envoy

    December 11, 2024
    Diplomacy/Geopolitics/Interviews

    The so-called transition period in Syria is a pretext for Western countries that need time to establish working relations with the country’s new authorities, ex-UK Ambassador to Syria and Middle East expert

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    What to Know About Israeli PM Netanyahu’s Corruption Trial

    December 11, 2024
    Diplomacy/News

    Benjamin Netanyahu takes the witness stand for the first time in his ongoing corruption trial on Tuesday. Ahead of the testimony, Israel’s first serving Prime Minister on trial insisted that he was

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    Israeli Air Force Hits 250+ Syrian Targets in 48 Hours

    December 10, 2024
    Defence/Diplomacy

    The Israeli air force has attacked more than 250 military targets in Syria since the change of power in the country, including military bases, dozens of fighter jets and helicopters, anti-aircraft missile

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    Trump Says Developing Concept to End ‘Ridiculous’ Conflict in Ukraine

    December 9, 2024
    Diplomacy

    US President-Elect Donald Trump has said that he is developing a concept to put an end to the “ridiculous” conflict in Ukraine. “I’m formulating a concept of how to end that ridiculous

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    Breaking: Assad Leaves Syria for Smooth Power Transition — Russia Confirms

    December 8, 2024
    Russia/Syria

    Russian officials have confirmed that Syrian President Bashar al-Assad has left the country, following what is described as a series of high-stakes negotiations with various factions involved in the ongoing Syrian conflict.

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    Total Aid For Ukraine Tops $119Bln Since February 2022 — Pentagon

    December 8, 2024
    Defence/News

    The total volume of military support for Ukraine from allies since the beginning of the Russian special military operation in February 2022 exceeded $119 billion, including $62 billion from the United States,

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    Biden Confirms 80,000 Troops in Europe to ‘Deter Russia’

    December 8, 2024
    Defence/News

    Outgoing US President Joe Biden reported to Congress on the presence of 80,000 American troops in European countries, sent there to deter alleged Russian aggression. “Approximately 80,000 United States Armed Forces personnel

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    Parliamentary Vote Fails to Impeach South Korean President

    December 7, 2024
    Diplomacy/News

    A parliamentary vote to impeach South Korean President Yoon Suk-yeol over his controversial decision to impose martial law failed on Saturday after the ruling party boycotted the vote. Only 195 lawmakers in

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    US Platinum Imports From Russia Surge to Two-Year High

    December 6, 2024
    Diplomacy/News

    Russia increased supplies of platinum to the United States in October to their maximum level in two years – $203 million, which is almost a third of all imports, Sputnik’s analysis of

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    Muhammad the Most Popular Baby Boy Name in England and Wales

    December 6, 2024
    Diplomacy/News

    The latest data from the UK’s Office for National Statistics (ONS) has revealed a significant shift in the popularity of baby names for 2023, with “Muhammad” now officially the most popular name

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    Pakistan’s Oil and Gas Reserves Show Significant Growth

    December 6, 2024
    Diplomacy/News

    Pakistan’s energy sector has seen notable growth, with the country’s certified oil and gas reserves increasing significantly by the end of the 2024 financial year. According to official data from Pakistan’s Petroleum

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    Martial Law in South Korea: A Turbulent History and the Leaders Who Enforced It

    December 5, 2024
    History

    South Korean President Yoon Suk Yeol instituted martial law on Tuesday, declaring the need to “protect” the country “from North Korean communist and anti-state forces” undermining his rule. Challenged by parliament, Yoon’s

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