Russia–Malaysia Ties: Russia and Malaysia used a Vladivostok meeting to push a 2027 joint action plan, with new focus on higher education scholarships, youth exchanges, and even space cooperation after a Russian-built satellite launch for Malaysia. Aviation & Tourism: Direct flights remain a priority as tourist numbers keep climbing, with Russia reporting a record 140,000 visitors to Malaysia last year. Culture & Memory: Germany’s Berlin Wall anniversary sparked warnings against “Ostalgie” nostalgia for communist East Germany, as officials stress the regime’s repression and Stasi terror. Art & Archives: A London discovery of Georgian artist Alexander Shervashidze’s archive could reshape understanding of his identity and links to Georgian nobles after the 2024 Sukhumi fire. Education & Heritage: Ingushetia pledged to restore the medieval “Two Wives Towers” after women’s appeals over roof loss and foundation erosion. Publishing Under Fire: Ukraine’s culture ministry plans talks with publishers hit by Russian shelling, weighing losses and possible state support to rebuild damaged book supply chains. Politics & Elections: Reuters reports Russia’s anti-war Yabloko barred from September parliamentary elections after a Supreme Court ruling. International Culture Policy: Eurovision says countries in armed conflict or sensitive geopolitical situations won’t host the contest, reshaping next year’s plans.