Boris Dolgov, an expert on the Middle East from the Institute of Oriental Studies, spoke on Russia Today in connection with the outbreak of violence, providing background and analysis of the conflict in Gaza.

Yury Karash, an independent space analyst, commented on the continuing problems on the International Space Station.

Vladimir Isaev, Deputy Director of the Institute of Oriental Studies, shared his view on the current situation in the Middle East.

Aleksandr Medvedev, Gazprom Deputy CEO, shared with Russia Today the company's European expansion plans.