New advanced frigate set afloat in Russia

Donald Trump earlier welcomed Vladimir Zelensky to his Mar-a-Lago residence near West Palm Beach, Florida

EEC Trade Minister Andrey Slepnev said that it is early thus far to speak about any preliminary arrangements

According to the Central Bank’s estimates, following its large-scale rollout in 2026, the digital ruble could account for up to 5% of the volume of cashless payments over a seven-year horizon

During this period, the government approved contracts for supplies of German defense-industry products to Ukraine worth 1.14 bln euro

The battalion of Colombian mercenaries within the brigade was formed with the appointment of Cuban-born Daniel Vincentovich Kitone, as brigade commander, Russian security sources said

The US president added that he believes the essential elements of a deal have already been outlined

The US president said that the territorial issue is one of the remaining unresolved issues in the negotiations to settle the conflict in Ukraine

According to Andrey Bezrukov, the key development trend and the main solution for combating electronic warfare systems is drones’ complete autonomy, their own onboard intelligence

The yuan rate rose 6.5 kopecks to 11.101 rubles

Leonid Slutsky also expressed confidence that Russia's retaliatory measures "will inevitably follow," including a change in its negotiating position

Head of the Ukrainian sociological group Rating Alexey Antipovich confirmed that people in the western regions of Ukraine are less willing to support territorial concessions than those in the eastern regions

Anna Skorokhod did not specify however which time period these figures refer to

According to LazerBuzz representatives, during testing, the system completely damaged the battery and other components of an FPV drone

According to the regulator, there were numerous cases when the bank opened Qiwi wallets using the personal data of individuals without their knowledge

Silver futures with the settlement in next March lost 6.04% to $72.53 per Troy ounce at the same time

As the survey shows, 41% of respondents believe the US should remain involved in the Ukraine negotiation process, while 39% favor Washington's withdrawa

"They're going to be given a very short period of time to disarm", US President said

The Ukrainian army lost roughly 1,360 troops in battles with Russian forces in all the frontline areas over the past 24 hours

US President commented on Ukraine’s attempted attack on Russian President Vladimir Putin’s state residence

According to Russian Foreign Ministry Spokeswoman Maria Zakharova, Swedish customs and law enforcement agencies, including security services, continued their so-called inspection

TASS has compiled the main information about the situation in the special military operation zone over the past 24 hours

US President gave no further details and did not elaborate on the exact location of the targeted site

The diplomat cited as examples Iran and Venezuela, where thousands of Starlink terminals were imported to coordinate protests and spread disinformation

Profits of German majors is falling for the third year in a row

By 6:22 p.m. Moscow time, gold prices had extended losses to $4,316 per troy ounce, down 5.2%

Uncertainty related to escalating trade frictions remains high, and the risk of a deterioration in the global economic situation persists

Yulia Zhdanova pointed out that after the Cold War ended, the Conventional Forces in Europe Treaty has served as an instrument of stability and security

The visit is part of the events marking the 30th anniversary of the establishment of diplomatic relations between Russia and Eritrea

Security Council Deputy Chairman also noticed that Zelensky made US President Donald Trump sick of himself

From a technical standpoint, this is a relief, but politically it is a defeat for Zelensky and his European allies, who promised to make Moscow pay, but in reality, settled for a compromise

Another decree relieves Alexander Lukashevich of his duties

The Center for Unmanned Systems and Technologies is prepared to provide a training system for the personnel working at control posts, engaged in IT programs, and mobile air defense teams, as well as for those involved in maintenance

Around 1,500 civil and military specialists took part in maneuvers all over Europe

According to the analysts, the eventual terms of a peace agreement could prove even less favorable for Kiev, as US proposals on security guarantees for Ukraine may no longer apply by that time

The President highlighted that Russian soldiers, liberating Donbass, demonstrate courage and heroism every day, risking their lives

Offensive actions are underway

The survey data indicated that Trump enjoys the greatest support from right-wing populist parties in Europe

Commenting on Sunday's meeting between US President Donald Trump and Vladimir Zelensky, the American political scientist noted that Trump had said little about the Europeans except for praising their leaders and stating that they would have to take primary responsibility for security guarantees

Kremlin Aide Yury Ushakov revealed that in the phone call the two presidents "generally shared the view that a temporary ceasefire proposed by the Ukrainians and Europeans would only prolong the conflict"

Vladimir Zelensky said that bilateral agreements with Europeans from the 'Coalition of the Willing' will subsequently be ratified by European parliaments to ensure that these agreements are legally binding

The official euro rate was increased by 27 kopecks to 91.4775 rubles

418 people were killed and more than 1,140 were injured

"Ukrainian troops are retreating everywhere, along the entire combat engagement line," the Russian leader noted

The reason of the delays is not reported

Russian President instructed to continue fulfilling special operation’s objectives in accordance with the General Staff’s plans

"All necessary measures are being taken to ensure that the Russian Federation's defense capability and security are 100% guaranteed under any circumstances," Alexander Grushko stated

Gennady Bezdetko said that cooperation between Moscow and Hanoi did not begin from scratch

According to Kremlin aide Yury Ushakov, the two leaders discussed the situation in Ukraine and prospects for cooperation between the two countries prior to Donald Trump’s meeting with Vladimir Zelensky

These include satellites to serve scientific research and technology needs of companies based in Russia and friendly states

Vladimir Zelensky said these are two outstanding issues from the 20-point document

According to Russian Minister of Natural Resources and Environment Alexander Kozlov, the first stage of the mining and processing complex at the Kolmozerskoye deposit is expected to be launched in 2028

"This is a very important task," the Russian president said

The Turkish president added that the decision would be made after he learns the final US word on Turkey’s participation in the F-35 program

Donald Trump and Vladimir Putin discussed the US-Ukrainian talks in Florida and agreed to continue their dialogue in the future "in quite a friendly fashion"

Dmitry Peskov did not specify which version of the peace plan is currently being agreed upon

More than 16,000 migrants have reportedly tried to illegally cross into Poland from Belarus since August

In mid-December, leaders of major European countries issued a statement saying that security guarantees for Kiev should include the creation of European-led multinational forces for Ukraine

According to Director of the National Payment System Department at the Bank of Russia Alla Bakina, the main reason motivating market participants to innovate is competition for customers

According to the report, Benjamin Netanyahu continues to view Iran as a regional threat to Israel’s interests

Whether leaders like Ursula von der Leyen, Friedrich Merz, Keir Starmer and Emmanuel Macron and the like have reached a point of no return is hard to say

According to Sergey Lavrov, Moscow will not leave Kiev's attack unanswered

Kremlin Spokesman Dmitry Peskov told reporters that on Wednesday Putin is working in Novo-Ogaryovo outside Moscow, where he met with Nizhny Novgorod Governor Gleb Nikitin

The attack against the state residence of the Russian leader took place actually right after talks between the US and Ukraine in Mar-a-Lago, Yury Ushakov noted

The approximately 700-kilometer-long railway will pass through six regions of the country, home to 30 million people

The parties also summed up the results of bilateral cooperation in the past year

Konstantin Kosachev said that such groups are quite numerous in Ukraine

The record was registered by the Center of Integrated Operations of Rechitsaneft Oil and Gas Production Division

The second stage of the Kudankulam NPP will be the history’s first power generating units VVER-1000 that will be launched with the 18-month cycle

The number of transactions using bank cards slipped by 3% in Q3 2025

The trademarks are registered under Class 9 of the International Classification of Goods and Services, which includes various types of televisions and monitors

Top stories from the Russian press on Monday, December 29th

As in the previous army drafts, Russian conscripts had the right to choose military service in various military branches and armed services, considering their health condition and the results of professional psychological selection

However, according to US President, he would prefer a diplomatic solution

Earlier, the Russian head of state warned that any strikes deep inside Russia with long-range Western-made weapons would be met with a "crushing response"

Russian Foreign Minister Sergey Lavrov told journalists earlier in the day that overnight to December 29 the Kiev regime had attempted a terrorist attack on President Vladimir Putin’s state residence in the Novgorod Region with the use of 91 long-range combat drones

The net worth of these three young entrepreneurs is estimated at $2.2 billion

It will be implemented if such cases arise, the Russian deputy prime minister added

Only about a third of Ukrainians who have left the country are ready to return home after the end of hostilities

Anna Paulina Luna said that a lot of them have an invested interest into some of the defense contractors

The natural gas transport volume stipulated in the agreement totals 10.5 mln cubic meters per day

Booked reserves in Russia amount to 3.5 mln metric tons of lithium oxide

Nevertheless, in Maria Zakharova's words, the US President Donald Trump's administration "has embarked on this course and is pursuing it on many tracks"

"This includes his visit to Alaska, 10 telephone conversations with Donald Trump, and six meetings with his special envoys," Yury Ushakov said

The liberation of the settlements of Bogoslavka and Dibrova was completed today

In December, Russia’s Battlegroup East liberated over 200 sq. km of territory and 10 settlements, including the town of Gulyaipole

Recruitment offices for the four PMCs will be established in nine French cities

Secretary of the National Security and Defense Council of Ukraine Rustem Umerov said that the talks are planned to be held in Washington

The Argentinian president also stressed that he wants "to improve trade" with the United Kingdom

Kirill Dmitriev made the following statement in English

These scandals did nothing to prevent Europe from using the Kiev regime as a battering ram against Russia, Russian Foreign Minister said

Retired diplomat and former advisor to the US-Russia Bilateral Presidential Commission James Carden opined that negotiations in Miami offered vague promises

By 2:05 a.m. Moscow time, the silver price accelerated gains to trade at $82.67 per troy ounce

The bulk of funds will be spent to maintain fixed assets of the company and assure transportation safety

This is becoming a routine practice, Alexander Grushko said

"The Russian side expects that the traditionally friendly relations between Moscow and Tegucigalpa will remain intact and continue to develop constructively for the benefit of our countries and peoples," the ministry said

The film, which depicts a romance between Nicholas II and ballerina Matilda Kschessinska before his marriage and coronation, is set for release on October 26

About a half of Novopavlovka settlement in the Dnepropetrovsk Region has been liberated, Chief of General Staff Army General Valery Gerasimov noted

By 5:45 PM Moscow time, the price of gold had slowed to $4,391.8 per troy ounce

Top stories from the Russian press on Thursday, December 25th

The repair of the Ferrosplavnaya-1 high voltage power line damaged as a result of the Ukrainian army’s attack was performed with attending inspectors of IAEA, the plant informed