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Spain's high-speed 'tilt' trains ordered for Moscow-Kiev route eyed for Russia service
Talks with Ukraine about a Moscow-Kiev service stay unresolved, head of the Russian monopoly’s department for passenger transportation Gennady Verkhovykh says
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Black Sea Fleet pledges $2.3 billion rubles for development
Russian court blocks JPMorgan’s funds in VTB lawsuit
The court also blocked any securities held by JPMorgan’s entities in Russia
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Ukraine’s draft dodger makes attempt to cross Dniester into Moldova on air mattress
Men of conscription age try to leave the country in every possible way, often putting their lives at risk
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US recruiting IS jihadists for terrorist attacks in Russia and CIS, says intel agency
The SVR stressed that the US was planning to send terrorists in small groups
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Russian Economy Ministry keeps fixed capital investments estimate at 2.3%
According to the ministry, fixed capital investments will accelerate in their growth to 2.7% in 2025
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Russian athletes have right to decide on Olympic participation — aide
Russian and Belarusian athletes will be able to compete only under a neutral status, provided that they are not associated with security agencies and do not represent team sports
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US draft on nukes in space seeks to go beyond legal framework Russia adheres to — MFA
Maria Zakharova pointed out that Russia reaffirms its "strict commitment" to the international legal obligations under space law
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Russian tourists flock to North Korea — embassy
"Today, under the two countries’ leaders’ special attention, political contacts, exchanges, cooperation in the economic, culture, science and other areas are developing with renewed momentum," Minister Plenipotentiary of the republic's embassy in Russia Lee Yong Zin said
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Russian diplomat thanks Tajik authorities for help in probe into Crocus terrorist attack
The sides also exchanged views on the progress in the implementation of large-scale tasks set by the heads of the two states and heads of government along the political, trade, economic and migration trajectories, the implementation of projects on the cultural and humanitarian fronts
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Russia discourages use of UN sanctions for interference in African affairs — envoy
Vasily Nebenzya underscored that Russia continues to "make an important contribution to strengthening of African countries’ potential, including UN Security Council and General Assembly"
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Iran denies reports it pulled some military advisers from Syria — Al Mayadeen
The source denied news media reports on the subject, which appeared earlier
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Top brass posts video of Leopard tanks, Bradley combat vehicles seized by Russian troops
The video shows Russian troops examining the enemy tanks and infantry fighting vehicles seized in battles
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US shifted conflict in Europe onto EU, NATO shoulders to weaken Russia, says Lukashenko
The Belarusian leader specified that the US had organized the conflict in Europe, in this case in Ukraine, and "shifted it onto the shoulders of the European Union and NATO, promising to help with money"
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Russia has significant amount of West’s funds in case of confiscation of its assets
Russia views the West’s encroachment on its assets as "a blatant and shameless theft for the purpose of lining its pockets," Maria Zakharova noted
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Moscow shooter identified as European boxing champion Nikita Ivanov
This was reported by a representative of law enforcement agencies
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Russia dissatisfied with UN’s activity under grain deal — senior diplomat
Alexander Pankin noted that during his visit to New York he did not have any talks with UN officials on the Russian-UN memorandum
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Russia tasked with 'building new world' — Putin
Speaking at a plenary session of the Valdai Discussion Club, the Russian leader also highlighted "the role and responsibility" of its members
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Radicals, intel services behind terror attacks in various countries, says Putin
The tactics employed by these criminals are becoming increasingly complex and barbaric, the Russian leader pointed out
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Throughput capacity of Baikal-Amur Mainline surging threefold in twelve years
Shipments over the Eastern Range uniting BAM and the Trans-Siberian railroad is to reach 270 mln metric tons per year over the ten-year period, the head of state said
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West’s unwillingness to give up hegemony escalates tensions in world — security official
According to Nikolay Patrushev, this creates conditions for the devaluation of international law and its institutions and the erosion of the UN's central role in resolving global and regional conflicts
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Top Russian security official meets with counterparts at international security meeting
Nikolay Patrushev met with the heads of delegations from BRICS states
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UNSC rejects amendment by Russia, China to resolution on nuclear weapons in outer space
The amendment gained seven votes from countries including Russia and China
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Russian court blocks JPMorgan’s funds in VTB lawsuit
The court also blocked any securities held by JPMorgan’s entities in Russia
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Central African Republic expects Russia to supply weapons, munitions — defense minister
According to CAR Defense Minister Claude Rameaux Bireau, all necessary documents are ready but there are certain logistical difficulties
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No response from West to killing of Izvestia war reporter Eremin — diplomat
The Russian war correspondent died of wounds suffered from a strike by a Ukrainian FPV drone on April 19
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Russia maintains position on 'buffer zone' in Ukraine to counter missile threats
Dmitry Peskov added that the issue of fighting against long-range weapons being supplied to Ukraine and potential strikes on the areas where they are concentrated "is rather under the purview of <…> the armed forces"
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Ukraine’s EU accession to require 20% increase in union’s budget — European Commissioner
Johannes Hahn made it plain that he does not expect Ukraine to join the EU any time soon, noting that entry before 2028, when the next seven-year budget plan kicks in, is "unrealistic"
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US military aid for Kiev cannot stop Russian army’s advance — North Korean diplomat
The US Congress House of Representatives earlier passed bills on military aid to Ukraine, Israel and Taiwan
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Niger would like Russia to train its troops — interior minister says
Mohamed Toumba noted that the training of troops could help in the fight against terrorism
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Oil exports via CPC total 21.1 mln tons year-to-date
"All Shippers’ nominations were fulfilled on a timely basis and in full," the statement reads
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Houthis attack two commercial ships, US destroyer — statement
Simultaneously, the Air Force conducted two more military operation using a huge number of drones to target a US destroyer in the Gulf of Aden
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Russia, Africa united by common vision on global issues — senior diplomat
Mikhail Bogdanov noted that "the African continent is a dynamically developing part of the world with an enormous growth potential, attractive domestic market and expanding export prospects"
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Senior Russian, Tajikistani diplomats talk about fighting terrorists, radicals
Russian Deputy Foreign Minister Alexander Grushko emphasized the importance of creating a new architecture of Eurasian security as one of the elements of a multipolar world
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EU may sanction 10 firms for allegedly shipping weapons tech to Russia — Bloomberg
According to the agency, the companies being assessed for potential sanctions are based outside Russia but have links to Russian and Belarussian individuals and firms
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Russian deputy defense minister detained on suspicion of bribe-taking
"Russian Deputy Defense Minister Timur Vladimirovich Ivanov was detained on suspicion of committing a crime under part 6, article 290 of the Russian Criminal Code," the Russian Investigative Committee said
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Switzerland unblocks Russia-related assets worth 290 mln Swiss francs
The total amount of blocked assets of the Russian Federation decreased by 150 million Swiss francs (about $165 million) due to the fact that a number of individuals "were removed from the EU sanctions lists"
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Russian children’s commissioner holds first face-to-face talks with Ukrainian counterparts
Maria Lvova-Belova thanked Qatar for setting up a venue for dialogue between Russia and Ukraine regarding children’s interests
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Kremlin vows to resolve situation with Turkish Airlines refusing service to Russians
Russia has "very constructive and friendly relations" with Turkey, Dmitry Peskov stressed
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Russian pipeline gas supplies to Europe add a quarter in winter — IEA
The share of Russian pipeline gas in the total European gas demand in winter nevertheless remained less than 10%, the International Energy Agency noted
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Global community changing tune about how Ukraine conflict started — security official
According to Nikolay Patrushev, these countries "understand perfectly well who is financing" the Kiev regime
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Ukrainian forces refuse to obey Commander-in-Chief Syrsky — CIA ex-analyst
Larry Johnson also noted that the Russian forces manage to advance recently despite the slush on the roads
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Russian troops wipe out Ukrainian UAV production workshop over past day
The Russian forces improved their frontline positions and inflicted casualties on five Ukrainian army brigades in the Donetsk area over the past day, the Defense Ministry reported
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Press review: Dissecting US aid package to Ukraine and sands of global economy shifting
Top stories from the Russian press on Monday, April 22nd
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Gagauzia against Chisinau’s policy of severing ties with Russia
According to Yevgenia Gutsul, Gagauzia has never experienced such pressure from Chisinau
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Russia’s victory in Ukraine to change course of history in Europe — von der Leyen
Ukraine "is carrying a heavy burden" for the benefit of the EU, and therefore EU member states must "provide Ukraine with means to defend themselves," European Commission president said
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Russia ready to cooperate with all interested partners to ensure security — Putin
The Russian leader expressed confidence that the the 12th International Meeting of High Representatives for Security Issues "will bolster cooperation for the mutual benefit of our countries and peoples"
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West battlegroup destroys two Ukrainian drones, hit over 170 Ukrainian army’s facilities
The battlegroup’s spokesman Ivan Bigma said that a Gvozdika self-propelled system, nine mortar squads, two Furiya fixed-wing type unmanned aerial vehicles were destroyed
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Dust from Sahara turns rain in Ukraine yellow
According to the agency, dust from the Sahara will be observed in Ukraine for two more days on April 25 and 26
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Lukashenko says US rues giving rise to Russia-China alliance
"The world has already changed and not the way they dreamed of across the pond," the Belarusian president emphasized
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Putin proclaims Odessa Russian city, challenges Ukraine's historical narrative
At the same time, the president noted that once upon a time "Vladimir Lenin gave away the whole of Ukraine when he created the Soviet Union"
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Network of international conspirators plotted Crocus terrorist attack — watchdog
Yury Chikhanchin pointed out that the perpetrators of the attack were provided with money, weapons, transportation and ammunition
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No damage, casualties after drone attack over Russia’s Kursk Region
Roman Starovoit thanked air defense troops and the regional crisis center and cautioned residents against approaching the drone wreckage if found
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13 violations by US-led international coalition’s aircraft recorded in Syria
According to Major General Yury Popov, nine violations of the deconfliction protocols of December 9, 2019
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Russian defense minister dismisses his deputy Ivanov
Timur Ivanov was removed from the office of deputy defense minister of the Russian Federation of the federal government’s civil service
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Annual inflation in Russia gearing down to 7.82% over week — Economy Ministry
"Inflation in the consumer market slowed down to 0.08% over the week from April 16 to 22, 2024," the ministry informed
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Continued threats to Pyongyang to put US, allies in danger, Kim Jong Un’s sister warns
"We will keep building up overwhelming and strong military capacity to protect our sovereignty and security, as well as peace in the region," Kim Yo Jong said
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North Korean film shown in Moscow to mark anniversary of Putin-Kim meeting
Minister Plenipotentiary of the North Korean Embassy in Russia Lee Yeong Jin emphasized that "today's screening will contribute to further intensifying cultural exchanges, deepening mutual understanding and friendly relations between the peoples of North Korea and Russia"
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Post-Soviet security bloc holds arms control consultations in Moscow
The participants in the consultations "stressed the importance of stepping up efforts to prevent further erosion of the relevant international legal framework"
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IN BRIEF: Russian deputy defense minister, entrepreneur arrested for taking bribes
According to the investigation, Timur Ivanov and Sergey Borodin "criminally conspired with third parties" in order to receive a bribe "as providing monetized services when conducting contracted and subcontracted work" for the Defense Ministry
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First regiment of S-500 air defense systems to defend Moscow — source
The S-500 will replace the S-400 Triumph air defense system
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Press review: NATO flexes muscles near Russian border and South China Sea runs hot
Top stories from the Russian press on Wednesday, April 24th
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Russia to submit its own resolution on nuclear weapons in outer space to UNSC
Proposal for a UNSC resolution will take into account the results of the discussion of the US-Japanese document, as well as the progress on this subject, Russian Foreign Ministry Spokeswoman Maria Zakharova said
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US incapable of replicating Cold War-era arms race — Valdai club expert
According to Dmitry Stefanovich, in order to prevent a new unbridled arms race, it is necessary to work on strategic stability as well as the sphere of arms control
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Russia presents world’s first hydrogen-fueled luxury car at Innoprom exhibition
The unique vehicle was built on the basis of the Aurus Senat luxury car
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Russia vetoes US-backed UNSC resolution on banning nuclear weapons in outer space
The resolution gained 13 votes
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Russian Navy’s Bastion missile systems practice massive strike in Baltic drills
The Bastion coastal defense missile system is designated to defend the coastline over 600 km long
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Ukraine exhausted, needs constant money flow from outside — defense official
Apty Alaudinov added that if the Ukrainian army received long-range weapons, it might try to attack Russia's civilian infrastructure due to its powerlessness on the front
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US has no idea what to do about Zelensky — Seymour Hersh
According to the journalist, the decision to conduct the operation was made by US President Joe Biden personally, following nine months of discussions with White House national security advisers
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US stops hiding true purpose of sanctions on Moscow, Russian envoy says
"It’s not about any mythical aspirations to resolve the conflict in Ukraine, but about banal opportunistic and predatory ambitions," Anatoly Antonov said
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Musk concurs that civil war looming in West
The US businessman commented on remarks by Gad Saad, a Canadian professor of Lebanese origin, who insisted that "the path that the West is taking will result in civil war"
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Attempts are made to turn Moldova into ‘second Ukraine’, Lavrov warns
The Russian foreign minister also said that Chisinau's behavior resembles role-playing
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Kremlin vows legal action against US bill on seizing Russian assets
Dmitry Peskov noted that the trial will be "very complex," but will cause severe damage to US economic interests if the US authorities finally approve the bill regarding Russian assets
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US waging hybrid war against Serbs to snuff them out for good — Republika Srpska head
"Republika Srpska comes under direct pressure and under constant US sanctions; and we are looking for ways to solve this problem," Milorad Dodik said
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Ukraine turns into testing ground for future world order, says Belarus president
"The largest nuclear powers, albeit indirectly, are actually fighting on Ukrainian territory. And not indirectly," the president of Belarus noted
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Ukrainian troops in Kharkov Region lift antennas with kites to get better signal
Military expert Andrey Marochko speculated that the Ukrainian army had to resort to this tactic because the TV tower in Kharkov was damaged
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Tour bookings for Russia’s May holidays increase by 30-40%
"About 3 mln of Russians will travel around the country, of which somewhere between 800-900,000 will travel with the help of tour operators," the Vice President of the Russian Union of Travel Industry said
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Drone crashes in industrial zone in Russian city of Lipetsk
There were no casualties, egional Governor Igor Artamonov said
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Dollar almost completely gone from Russia-China trade relations — Lavrov
"The supply of our agricultural products to the Chinese market is growing," the top Russian diplomat noted
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Moscow slams NATO drills near Russian borders as inflammatory
"It is obvious that the upcoming combat training on the territory of Finland is part of a hybrid war against our country," Maria Zakharova said
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Putin informed about detention of Deputy Defense Minister Ivanov
Minister Sergey Shoigu was also informed beforehand, Russian Presidential Spokesman Dmitry Peskov said
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Damascus seriously mulls joining BRICS — Syrian envoy to Russia
"The idea to join BRICS+ is on our agenda," Bashar Jaafari added
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Ukraine could send special forces to capture Zaporozhye NPP — politician
According to Vladimir Rogov, the Ukrainian troops are holding drills to cross the Dnieper from the right bank to the left bank and capture a large industrial site
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Over 260 agreements signed at Innoprom. Central Asia exhibition in Tashkent
Earlier reports said that more than 400 companies from 27 countries took place in the event
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Russia exports record volume of barley and wheat to China since agricultural season start
Since the beginning of the current agricultural season and to April 2024, wheat supplies from Russia to China totaled 220,000 tons, which is also a record for the history of Russian exports
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Ukraine says Western systems ineffective against Russia's electronic warfare
Maria Berlinskaya emphasized that the real effectiveness was determined in real combat conditions, and not at "some training ground in Texas"
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ATACMS shipment proves ‘Zelensky’s formula’ needed in US as ‘smoke and mirrors’ — diplomat
"Washington’s plan is sickeningly simple, as it means dragging everyone under the pretext of ‘peace intentions’ to an empty gathering, while bolstering Zelensky’s terrorist potential," Maria Zakharova said
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Nearly 70 Israeli hostages killed in Gaza, Hamas says
A day earlier, Abu Ubaidah, a spokesman for the Hamas' Izz ad-Din al-Qassam military wing, threatened that hostages held in the Gaza Strip could repeat the fate of Israeli pilot Ron Arad, who was kidnapped 36 years ago
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Russian court arrests in absentia four foreign agents charged with terrorism
"The court has selected a measure of restraint for Garry Kasparov, Gennady Gudkov, Yevgenia Chirikova and Ivan Tyutrin, charged with establishing and heading a terrorist society, funding terrorist activity and justifying it publicly," the court said
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US will have to take Russia into account and find common ground with it — Putin
Russian President said in an interview with Rossiya-1 TV channel journalist Pavel Zarubin
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West balancing on edge of direct military confrontation between nuclear powers — Lavrov
According to the top Russian diplomat, it is especially concerning that the three Western nuclear powers are among the key sponsors of the Kiev regime and the main initiators of various inflammatory moves
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Top Russian, Iranian security officials discuss Middle East
"The parties exchanged views on the situation in the Middle East, confirming their interest in preventing further escalation of tensions," the Russian Security Council reported
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US arms supplies unable to change situation in Kiev's favor — Kremlin
Dmitry Peskov pointed out that a year ago the opponents "were telling everyone that they were waiting for the moment Russia would be defeated on the battlefield"
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US effectively dooms Ukraine by its new decisions, Russian envoy says
"The American aid won’t save Zelensky. New weapons will be destroyed, and the special military operation goals will be achieved," Anatoly Antonov stressed
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Inflation in Russia down to 0.08% over week — statistics
Consumer prices in the country ticked up by 0.37% from early April and by 2.33% year to date
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Armenia’s decision on CSTO membership its sovereign choice — secretary general
Commenting on the possibility of a confrontation between Armenia and the CSTO amid Yerevan’s remarks on its aspiration to leave the organization and get closer with NATO, Imangali Tasmagambetov noted that such a scenario is "merely hypothetical"
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Ukrainian army short about 150,000-200,000 troops, says Polish general
Waldemar Skrzypczak also said it was "a matter of hours" until Kiev received the weapons allocated by the US as part of its latest military aid package
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Polyus, Polymetal to explore deposit in Khabarovsk Region
"The final configuration of shares in the joint venture will depend on exploration findings," a spokesman of Polymetal pointed out
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NATO has no plans to deploy nuclear forces in Poland — Stoltenberg
NATO Secretary General did not immediately understand the reporter’s question, forcing the reporter to explain that they were referring to the idea of deploying nuclear weapons in Poland
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US State Department confirms secret shipments of long-range ATACMS missiles to Kiev
Joe Biden directed to send ATACMS to Ukraine in February, the Principal Deputy Spokesperson for the US Department of State Vedant Patel said
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Russian GDP growth reaches 3.6% in 2023 — statistics
The GDP deflator index in 2023 against 2022 prices moved up by 6.3%
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Ukrainian army strikes own surrendering soldiers — POW
Andrey Babenko said that after a crash course in Britain he had been sent to the frontline near Liman
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