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Rosatom says no plans to raise 34% stake in Finnish nuke project
Rosatom acquired the 34% stake in Fennovoima in late March for €35.9 million
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Oil extraction at major Kazakh fields down by more than half due to lower pipeline intake
Daily crude output at the Tengiz oil and gas field has been slashed to 39,000 metric tons due to adverse weather conditions and CPC limitations, Shyngys Ilyasov said earlier
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Court approves settlement deal on Russian tank manufacturer's multibillion debt
The debt of Uralvagonzavod and its subsidiaries, according to recent data, totals more than 7.3 bln rubles ($114.2 mln) and $30.2 mln
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NATO Foreign Ministers to discuss Gaza conflict, hold 1st meeting of NATO-Ukraine Council
Brussels and Washington do not expect any breakthrough decisions from the consultations
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Russian diplomat sees US trying to use satellites to take down governments
"In effect, we are witnessing a new model of provoking internal conflicts and toppling governments which do not fit into the so called rules-based world order," Sergey Belousko stressed
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Blinken discusses possibility of peace treaty with Aliyev, Pashinyan — State Department
According to one of the statements distributed by State Department Spokesman Matthew Miller, Blinken "welcomed President Aliyev’s commitment to conclude a durable and dignified peace agreement between Azerbaijan and Armenia
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Iran confirms acquisition of Russian Mi-28, Su-35, Yak-130 aircraft
The agency said the aircraft were already in Iran and accepted into service
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Kremlin aide calls attacks on ships in Middle East alarming
According to Sergey Ivanov, it affects the economic situation, as well as the logistics of all global trade
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Blinken to discuss threat of widening conflict during Middle East trip — State Department
According to the statement, Blinken will visit Israel and the West Bank, where he will discuss "Israel's right to defend itself" and "efforts to secure the release of remaining hostages, protect civilian life during Israel’s operations in Gaza, and accelerate humanitarian assistance to civilians in Gaza
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Pentagon can't confirm validity of North Korean satellite images of White House
"We cannot confirm the accuracy of this claim," the Pentagon spokesman said in response to the relevant inquiry
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US sends cryptic threat to Turkish companies for doing business with Russia — paper
In the message to Turkish businesses, the American side allegedly threatens "to bust any [company] using US software and having trade relations with them"
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Russia has no imperialist plans in Europe — Lavrov
It is stressed that Russia was forced to launch its special military operation in Ukraine because the neo-Nazi regime in that country, condoned by the West, has taken to exterminating everything Russian
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Ukraine completes mandatory evacuation of children from Kupyansk district
"Thirty-one children were evacuated from the territory of the Kondreshevskaya community, 182 - from the Kupyansk community (left bank), and 83 - from the Kurilovskaya community," the local police department said
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In Ukraine US may step on rake of wars in Vietnam, Afghanistan
Sergey Ryabkov explained that the successful completion of the special military operation was "a decisive prerequisite for Washington to adjust its mode of thinking" accordingly
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Israel unlikely to achieve security even by destroying Hamas — Kremlin aide
"The Palestinian problem is unrivaled in terms of its ability to spread to the global level," Yury Ushakov said
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India, China to start reducing dependence on current economic system — Lavrov
"Alternative payment platforms are being rolled out proactively; the transition to national currencies is going very quickly," the top Russian diplomat said
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Al Arabiya describes Israeli army’s recent actions in Gaza as first ceasefire violation
According to the broadcaster, Israeli tanks opened fire in the south of the enclave, east of the cities of Rafah and Khan Younis
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Russia denies West’s accusations about use of riot control agents in Ukraine
According to the Deputy Minister of Industry and Trade Kirill Lysogorsky, Russia "immediately provided exhaustive explanations and initiated a counter inquiry insisting that Western countries provide evidence for their accusations"
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Press review: Gaza truce stands on shifting sands and no outside hand in China-Russia ties
Top stories from the Russian press on Tuesday, November 28th
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Putin signs law on Russia’s federal budget for 2024-2026
According to the document, federal budget revenues are projected at $393.8 bln in 2024
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Germany forced to find funds for Kiev in non-military budget items — lawmaker
Germany is facing a budget crisis that could lead to adjustments in the financing of various projects next year
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Israel to use more force, fight across all of Gaza following truce — minister
Yoav Gallant said that while the Israeli troops were resting and investigating, the enemy was doing the same
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Power supplies restored to more than 444,000 residents of Donetsk People’s Republic
On Monday, foul weather left 525,000 people across the region without power
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Access to potable water, not oil, to spark future global wars, Russian researcher says
Mikhail Kovalchuk emphasized that Russia possesses all resources it needs and that one of the country’s goals "is to be absolutely strong in order to safeguard its [resource] wealth"
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Prague asked EU to waive sanctions on Russian steel, Czech industry minister confirms
"I am convinced that we will stick to the approach that suggests that sanctions should first of all affect those they are targeted at, not those imposing them. In this case we will be satisfied," Jozef Sikela stressed
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North Korean satellite takes pictures of White House, Pentagon
According to the news agency, North Korean leader Kim Jong Un has already familiarized himself with the pictures
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US State Department confirms Blinken's intention to attend OSCE ministerial meeting
According to James O'Brien, the secretary of state will head the US delegation
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Hurricane in south of Russia kills several people, almost 2 mln left without power
About 500,000 residents of Crimea and 2,600 residents of Sevastopol were left without electricity
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Press review: Gaza hostage handover hits hurdles and Kiev says Johnson quashed truce talks
Top stories from the Russian press on Monday, November 27th
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US presidential election unlikely to mend Moscow-Washington relations — Russian diplomat
"That is why taking care of this deep crisis in relations with the United States while further developing partnership with China is the path that I believe we [Russia] should take," Sergey Ryabkov noted
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Mozhaisk diesel-electric submarine joins Navy
It is armed with Kalibr-PL cruise missiles and was developed by the Rubin Design Bureau to fight hostile submarines and warships, defend naval bases, coastal and sea communications, and engage in patrol and reconnaissance
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'Left in the lurch': Ukrainian soldiers pay for own gear, fed up with Zelensky — Bild
"Soldiers testified that most movements on the frontline are done exclusively in the evening or after hours to avoid detection by drones," the article says
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Thai police detain Russian national on Interpol's wanted list
It is reported that Nikolay Shtanko is suspected of being part of a criminal syndicate between October 2018 and July 2020 that dealt in illegal transfers of money
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Israel attacks Damascus airport – radio
According to Sham FM radio station, the impact hit the runways
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Russian diplomat says US actions run counter to de-escalation in Korean peninsular
"At every opportunity, the US delegation convenes the Security Council to make itself look like a victim of a situation created allegedly solely by Pyongyang," Russia’s deputy envoy to the UN Anna Yevstigneyeva said
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Russian forces wipe out Ukrainian combat drone training center over past day
Russian forces repulsed four Ukrainian army attacks in the Kupyansk area over the past day, the ministry reported
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Iran’s top diplomat asks International Criminal Court to stop Israeli aggression in Gaza
"The barbaric bombardment of the Gaza Strip and Israel's invasion of the enclave, which have left more than 14,000 civilians killed and at least 32,000 wounded, are clear examples of war crimes," the statement reads
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Russia fighting Nazis in Kiev’s government, not ordinary Ukrainians — Duma speaker
According to Vyacheslav Volodin, political efforts need to be consolidated to bring victory closer
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NATO aims to contain Russia, sacrifices Ukraine’s people — Kremlin spokesman
"We understand this perfectly well and are building our further policy precisely in accordance with these realities," Dmitry Peskov pointed out
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US ramping up efforts at fomenting unrest, regime change in Russia — Russian diplomat
According to Sergey Ryabkov, a scenario of confrontation between Moscow and Washington has become "a certainty that must be taken into account"
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Russia to go ahead with Project 636.3 submarine series for Fleets, says Navy chief
Head of the Admiralty Shipyard (part of the United Shipbuilding Corporation) Andrey Veselov highlighted that the shipbuilder was fulfilling all of its contractual commitments on time
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US weaponizing dollar, unleashing trade wars, Russian Foreign Minister Lavrov says
"The destructive actions of the Western minority have had an effect that is, broadly speaking, contrary to what they had intended, because they stimulate a configuration that favors the strengthening of multipolar fundamentals in international life," the top Russian diplomat noted
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NATO chief says terrorist threat in Europe ‘real’
"We do not see an immediate threat of a military attack on NATO countries," Jens Stoltenberg said
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Failure of Kiev’s offensive shows Russia should not be underestimated — Secretary General
"We see that even with all the significant help from NATO countries, the Ukrainians have not been able to move the front line during this year, this only confirms the fact that Russia cannot be underestimated," he said
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Russian tank crew members destroy Ukrainian army’s cantonment area in Krasny Liman area
The military rated T-90M Proryv tanks high for accelerated armored protection, mobility and excellence of the sighting system
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World needs to know the truth about the history of WWII, Putin emphasizes
Crimes of Nazi collaborators cannot be justified, and there is no statute of limitations for them, the Russian president said
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Argentina’s president-elect converts to Judaism — agency
It is noted that Milei has on a number of occasions announced plans to visit Israel and move the country’s embassy from Tel Aviv to Jerusalem
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Chinese mission to UN confident Middle East conflict to end
"But we have to make sure that it doesn't break out again. We must take all measures to prevent it," Chinese Permanent Representative to the UN Zhang Jun said
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OSCE can still be saved from Western influence, but chances are slim — Lavrov
The Russian foreign minister drew attention to the fact that the structures of a new type, where all issues were being resolved on the basis of a balance and consensus, were furnishing significant support for multipolarity
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Russian nationals released by Hamas outside prisoner swap deal – diplomat
According to the official representative of the Russian Foreign Ministry Maria Zakharova, Russian diplomats will visit it in the near future
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Entire arms control system destroyed by US actions, says Lavrov
The Russian foreign minister added that "the current period in world history should be treated as responsibly as possible"
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Ukrainian forces lose up to 110 servicemen in Donetsk area — battlegroup spokesman
According to Vadim Astafiyev, the Russian forces also destroyed enemy 120 mm mortars near the settlements of Kleshcheyevka and Verkhnekamenskoye
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Russian forces wipe out Ukrainian command post in DPR over past day
The Ukrainian army losses in the Krasny Liman direction over the past 24 hours amounted to 280 personnel, two armored combat vehicles and three motor vehicles
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Taiwan's so-called 'independence' means war — Chinese official
According to the official, mainland China "will neither tolerate nor show leniency" to the "Taiwan independence" forces if they dare to take risks and provoke incidents promoting "Taiwan independence"
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Putin wants 'careful' approach to softening monetary policy
The Russian president commented on the idea that the regulator would subsequently make monetary policy "less tough and probably even better - softer"
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Hamas ready to discuss terms for release of Israeli servicemen — newspaper
This would be an important move by Hamas, as the international community is more focused on the release of civilian hostages than Israeli servicemen, the newspaper added
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NASA leadership seeks to continue working with Russia in space — Lavrov
The 9th Primakov Readings international forum is being held in Moscow from November 27 to 28
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Over 60 foreigners cross Russia-Finland border in Murmansk Region in two days
The situation at the border is quiet and things are business as usual at the checkpoint
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Interpol boasts more member countries than UN, president says
At present, Interpol includes 195 member countries, while there are currently 193 member states in the United Nations
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Russian marines take two strongpoints near Ugledar under control — top brass
The Ukrainian army is also pulling in all available reserves to the Ugledar area as it is losing control over strongpoints, the source added
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Medvedev weighs in on goals of Ukraine special operation
According to the Deputy Chairman of the Security Council of Russia, the most important goal is "to convert the bloodthirsty and the total, fabricated-myth-laden consciousness of some Ukrainians"
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PREVIEW: Putin to address meeting of World Russian People's Council via videoconference
The event will be attended by Patriarch Kirill of Moscow and All Russia, representatives of the Russian Orthodox Church and other traditional religious organizations of Russia, public figures, figures of science and culture, and government representatives
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Bulgaria to open airspace for special flight taking Russian delegation to OSCE meeting
The move came in response to a relevant request from the Foreign Ministry of North Macedonia, the OSCE’s 2023 chair and host of the 30th OSCE ministerial council in Skopje
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North Korean satellite takes pictures of US aircraft carrier, military bases
On November 21, Pyongyang successfully launched its Malligyong-1 satellite on a Chollima-1 rocket and put it into orbit
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Hamas leader met with hostages held in Gaza, report says
The report cited one of the hostages that were released recently as part of the Gaza truce
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Elon Musk agrees with Israel’s Netanyahu that Hamas must be destroyed
The US businessman also opined that, unlike the Hamas, Israel tries to avoid killing civilians
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Bolivia’s new top diplomat pledges efforts toward BRICS membership
"As the Foreign Ministry, we will continue working toward Bolivia’s joining BRICS as a full-fledged member as well as activating new mechanisms of financial integration between countries of the Global South which would reduce dependence on the dollar," Celinda Sosa said
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IEA preaching to oil and gas sector lacks tact — OPEC
"It is ironic that the IEA, an agency that has repeatedly shifted its narratives and forecasts on a regular basis in recent years, now addresses the oil and gas industry and says that this is a 'moment of truth,'" Haitham Al Ghais noted
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Netanyahu sees normalization with Saudi Arabia possible after beating Hamas
Earlier, Saudi Investment Minister Khalid bin Abdulaziz al-Falih said that the normalization of ties between Saudi Arabia and Israel is still on the agenda despite what is happening in Gaza
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Russia starts free grain supplies to Africa — MFA
The grain will be supplied to Burkina Faso, Zimbabwe, Mali, Somalia, CAR, Eritrea and other African countries
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Lavrov, former South African president discuss situation in Ukraine, Middle East conflict
The sides also touched upon "various aspects of the Russian-South African strategic partnership, including strengthening political, trade-and-economic, and humanitarian ties," the Russian foreign ministry said
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Ex-WH doctor says Biden's cognitive decline putting US at risk
In April Biden officially launched his candidacy to seek a second White House term in 2024
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Moscow court arrests Meta communications director Andy Stone in absentia
The has been charged with aiding and abetting terrorism while performing the duties of his job. If convicted, he faces up to 20 years in prison
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Gaza death toll exceeds 15,000, including more than 10,000 children and women — TV
Over 36,000 Palestinians have sustained wounds of varying severity, of whom 75% are children and women
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Russia monitoring situation concerning potential US nuclear test in Nevada, diplomat says
"'Naturally, we will not be the first to do it, but if the United States conducts a nuclear test, we will also carry it out,'" Maria Zakharova noted, citing the Russian president
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Russia has right to shoot down Starlink satellites — US analyst
"In the realm of the law of war, a nation needs to target military targets and to refrain from targeting civilian targets," he said
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Ukraine’s military amasses troops near Gorlovka for attacks, says DPR
Over the past 48 hours alone, the Ukrainian army has lost roughly 20 soldiers killed in failed attempts to attack Russian army positions in that frontline area, Yan Gagin said
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Ukraine starts talks with Italy on security guarantees
It is reported that provision of security guarantees to Ukraine by Italy would be an important step to make the "country’s membership in the EU and NATO closer"
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Turkey discussing purchase of Russian fighter jets, says Erdogan
Erdogan pointed out the "prospects of expanded cooperation in the sphere of defense industry"
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Washington’s recent steps seriously harm ties, Azerbaijani president tells top US diplomat
Ilham Aliyev also noted that Baku had canceled visits by high-ranking US officials
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US interested in discussing nuclear issues with Russia — senior diplomat
"As Jake Sullivan said, we remain interested in talking on nuclear issues," US Under Secretary of State for Arms Control and International Security Bonnie Jenkins pointed out
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Russian special services must take measures to combat bio-threats from US — Medvedev
The politician pointed out that it was necessary to form mechanisms of control over research activities in such bio-laboratories and to use international platforms for this purpose
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Israel, by striking Syria, wants to draw it into Middle East conflict, expert says
"Their plan has no chance of succeeding, but Israel is still provoking Syria, although the Syrians do not need to be dragged into the conflict," Vitaly Naumkin pointed out
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Proposals for international control over Gaza unacceptable to Russia, envoy to Israel says
It is stressed that the most important thing is to ensure strong international support
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NATO needs to be prepared for more fighting in Ukraine, says secretary general
Jens Stoltenberg also said that he was "very careful predicting the developments along the frontline because wars are by nature unpredictable"
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'Global majority' countries not seeking to establish anti-Western bloc — Kremlin aide
Yury Ushakov noted that many of the non-Western countries continued to maintain partnerships with the United States and the European Union
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1993 Russian coup in photos
20 years ago on this day Russia's constitutional crisis escalated to an armed coup
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Top Jordanian diplomat describes what is happening in Gaza as genocide
Ayman Safadi called on his European counterparts to join forces "in order to compel Israel to stop hostilities and go back to settling the conflict politically"
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US readiness to 'negotiate in earnest' key to overcoming confrontation — Russian diplomat
Although such a turn of events may sound utopian, Sergey Ryabkov noted, it is an imperative condition for achieving a new strategic stability
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Authorities in Crimea detain all known terrorists — head of republic
According to Sergey Aksyonov, the law enforcement "have found out who was behind every terrorist act that took place on the territory of the Republic of Crimea"
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WSJ, US Embassy call for immediate release of US reporter detained in Russia
Wall Street Journal reporter Evan Gershkovich was detained in the Russian Urals city of Yekaterinburg in March on espionage charges
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Ukrainian drone shot down over Ryazan Region — Russian defense ministry
According to preliminary data, no one was hurt and no damage was done
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Conducting arms control dialogue with US now politically wrong — Russian MFA
According to Sergey Ryabkov, relations between the two countries were now in a deplorable state
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Israeli military reportedly returns to fighting in Gaza Strip
According to the Arab television channels, explosions and shootings can be heard west of Gaza City
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North Korean diplomat says launch of satellite was prompted by US actions
Kim Song said the US' aggressive activity in the region is becoming increasingly visible
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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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Israel approves list of 50 Palestinian women to be released if Gaza ceasefire extended
On November 22, the radical Palestinian movement Hamas announced that, with the help of Egypt and Qatar, it had reached a four-day agreement with Israel on a humanitarian ceasefire in Gaza
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Wife of Ukraine’s spy chief, several military intel officers poisoned with heavy metals
Earlier on Tuesday, the Ukrainian news website Babel said Budanov’s wife had been poisoned with heavy metals
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US denies report it agreed with Germany to nudge Ukraine toward peace talks
It was earlier reported that the US and Germany want to push Ukrainian President Vladimir Zelensky toward talks with Russia by providing Ukraine with only just enough weapons to hold the current frontline
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West’s attempts to maintain influence exacerbating tension in Middle East, Ukraine — Putin
According to the Russian leader, "a well-known group of countries," which has grown accustomed to dominating world affairs, will stop at nothing to preserve its waning influence
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Plant suffers damage in Kiev-controlled city of Kherson
The official did not specify which of the city’s plants had been damaged
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