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Russia, China believe that Golden Dome program is destabilizing
It envisages the creation of an unconstrained, global and multi-tier missile defense system providing protection against any missile threats, including all types of missiles of adversaries equal or similar in strength
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Economy is basis for solving tasks in defense sphere
Vladimir Putin stressed the need of safeguarding legitimate interests of domestic entrepreneurs
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UAE's withdrawal from OPEC will lower oil prices in the long term — expert
Chief Economist at the Stolypin Institute for Economic Growth Boris Kopeikin recalled that the UAE accounts for approximately 4% of global oil production and is estimated to hold more than 7% of all global reserves
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UAE's withdrawal from OPEC could deal blow to Saudi Arabia, benefit Trump — news outlet
The UAE’s decision to withdraw from OPEC and OPEC+ will deal a significant blow primarily to Saudi Arabia
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Iran seizes Epaminondas vessel as it was used by US — agency
Tasnim reported that the Liberian-flagged vessel has repeatedly entered US ports over the past six months
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Iran gives US new proposal to reopen the Strait of Hormuz — media
The new proposal was given to the US via Pakistani mediators
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IN BRIEF: What we know about consequences of drone attack on Tuapse refinery
On Russian President Vladimir Putin's instructions, Emergencies Minister Alexander Kurenkov flew to the Krasnodar Region to control the extinguishing of a fire at the oil refinery
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Zaporozhye plant de jure, de facto belongs to Russia, no one else — director
According to Yury Chernichuk, an object like a nuclear power plant cannot have two gods or two masters
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Russian troops expanding control zone at Grishino amid Ukrainian counterattacks — expert
Andrey Marochko said that "heavy fighting" is underway near Grishino
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Russia to transfer first unit of Rooppur NPP to Bangladesh later this year — Rosatom CEO
This unit is a replica of its 'elder brother' - the new units at the Novovoronezhskaya NPP, Alexey Likhachev said
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Kiev starts using new types of radar at Konstantinovka in DPR — expert
In addition, the Russian military have noticed the enemy's use of an American mobile electronic countermeasure and electronic warfare station AN/TPQ-36 near Izhevka, Andrey Marochko said
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RTS Index may drop to 1,000 points, experts say
According to experts, the ruble-denominated MOEX Russia Index can roll back to about 2,500 points
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Russian lawmakers angry Kiev declares pro-Nazi force creation date as national holiday
Legislators in Moscow call this move blasphemous and ditching the memory of the best representatives of the Ukrainian people, who gave their lives struggling with Nazism
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Norwegian professor sees Zelensky as tool of foreign powers
Glenn Diesen predicted that "the overwhelming majority of Ukrainians will celebrate the day" Zelensky leaves office
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Terrorists in Syria must be obliterated, none should be allowed to escape — Lavrov
Russia shares France’s concern over the possibility that terrorists may flee from Syria to Europe, Asia of Russia and start creating new threats
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Putin slams ‘golden billion’ idea as neocolonial and racist
According to Putin, the impression is that the West simply cannot offer the world a model of the future
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US can no longer impose its policies on other countries — Iranian Defense Ministry
General Reza Talaei-Nik labeled the United States and Israel as "symbols of state terrorism"
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Russia plans to increase military-technical cooperation with India — MFA
Spokeswoman Maria Zakharova also said Russia plans to continue increasing oil exports to India
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Russia prepared for settlement, but Kiev not in position to dictate terms — MFA
Spokeswoman Maria Zakharova separately says that Moscow does not have high hopes for dialogue with the US
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Russia can’t grasp US intentions, which hinders talks, says diplomat
A Russian diplomat also comments on the Skripal poisoning case
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Zelensky's attempts to become Europe's ‘defender’ will not end well — Lavrov
Vladimir Zelensky has already established an openly Nazi regime in Ukraine, Russian Foreign Minister said
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Iran continued to produce UAVs even during war with US, Israel — army
According to army representative Mohammad Akraminia, if the United States and Israel commit aggression again and endanger Iran's security, they will definitely face a tougher response than before
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Extremely unstable global situation, arms suppliers to Kiev: Belousov's statements
The production and logistics chains for Western arms supplies to Kiev are being closely monitored and exposed to the general public, Russian Defense Minister Andrey Belousov said
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RuNet economy grew by 28% in 2025 to $510 bln — RAEC
RAEC experts note that social commerce has become the key growth driver in 2025-2026
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Russia’s marine sniper team repels Ukrainian shrapnel drone attack — soldier
According to the commander of a marine sniper squad from the 61st Guards Marine Brigade, call sign "Budda," in the course of just a few hours, the servicemen shot down seven Ukrainian drones packed with anti-personnel shrapnel
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UAE's withdrawal from OPEC stems from its desire to profit from excess capacity — expert
Nabil Jaafar Al-Marsoumi emphasized that "it cannot be ruled out that this move by the UAE will undermine the efforts of OPEC and OPEC+ to control and regulate oil supplies and adjust production in line with global demand"
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Kiev destabilizes global energy market by attacks against oil storages in Tuapse — Peskov
The oil from the storage facility was intended for export operations, Dmitry Peskov emphasized
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Ukrainian attacks, attempt on Trump's life: new briefing from Kremlin
Vladimir Putin has always condemned acts of violence and attempts on the lives of heads of state, including the recent plot against Donald Trump, Dmitry Peskov said
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Russia demands investigation into security threats against peacekeepers in Lebanon from UN
Vasily Nebenzya says that the perpetrators must receive punishment regardless of their status
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Europe unprepared for drone attacks on critical infrastructure sites, warns expert
The protection of European airports, gas storage facilities and power stations "is a national responsibility," UK-based Drone Major Group Head Robert Garbett said
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Indian tycoon Ambani offers to rescue Escobar's 'cocaine hippos', bring them to India
"These 80 hippos did not choose where they were born and are not to blame for their current circumstances," Anant Ambani noted
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US secretary of state calls straits economic equivalent of nuclear weapons
About a fifth of global oil exports pass through the Strait of Hormuz
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Russian Defense Ministry reviews implementation CIS military cooperation concept
The Ministry highlighted that, under the framework of the Concept, training in advanced engineering weapons - including robotic systems - has become widespread
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UAE to support market stability after leaving OPEC
The UAE will continue investing across the energy value chain, including oil, gas, renewables, and low-carbon solutions, the state agency noted
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EU being dragged deeper into Ukraine conflict — Russian defense chief
Andrey Belousov stressed that Russia was closely monitoring production and supply chains related to the weapons the West provided to Ukraine
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Equipping Russian ground forces with Iskander-M systems 80% complete — defense ministry
Iskander-M systems are to replace Tocka-U short-range missile systems
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Attempts to divide Russian society and unprecedented challenges: Putin’s statements
According to the Russian leader, those who sought to divide and destabilize Russian society failed because they do not understand the country
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Press review: Putin, Araghchi hold talks as Mali war challenges Russia’s Africa Corps
Top stories from the Russian press on Tuesday, April 28th
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Putin thanks North Korean soldiers for their participation in Kursk Region combat
The memorial, which opens today, is intended to perpetuate the memory of the heroism of the Korean People's Army servicemen and the sacrifices made for the sake of a common victory, the head of state noted
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Liberating Ilyichovka, Russian troops to be able to advance to Slavyansk — expert
Andrey Marochko believes that the main objective of the advance near Ilyichovka is to reach the Seversky Donets
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Russia sees no tangible results from work of Board of Peace — envoy to UN
On January 22, 19 countries signed the Charter of the Board of Peace, established as part of a peaceful settlement in the Gaza Strip
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UAE to satisfy growing global fuel demand outside OPEC — Energy Minister
According to Suhail Al Mazrouei, in future the world will need more crude oil, petroleum products and gas
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Putin warns of growing terror threat in Russia
That is why, in his words, today’s agenda includes a range of issues of improving the anti-terrorism system and ensuring people’s security
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Liberation of Ilyinovka in Donetsk region gives access to Konstantinovka urban area
Ilyinovka had been a major defensive area of the Ukrainian army and was liberated thanks to well-coordinated operations by Russian reconnaissance units, artillery support and effective actions by unmanned systems teams
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Key facts about Russia’s heavy aircraft-carrying cruiser Admiral Kuznetsov
TASS has collected the most important facts about the Russian Navy’s largest warship
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World Bank expects fertilizer prices to rise by 31% this year
According to World Bank estimates, fertilizer affordability will decline to its lowest level since 2022
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Trump blasts Merz for position on Iran, blames him for Germany’s woes
The US president says that if Iran gets nuclear weapons, "the whole World would be held hostage"
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Defense Ministry disproves foreign media rumors about actions of Russian forces in Syria
The Defense Ministry is closely monitoring all the "stove-piping" cases, irrespective of the source of their origin, says its spokesman Igor Konashenkov
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Russian troops strike Ukrainian mobile fire group by Geran drones in Dnepropetrovsk Region
The strike was carried out near the city of Dneprodzerzhinsk
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Oil prices may reach $95-$115 per barrel in 2026 — World Bank forecast
Prices for other commodities would also significantly exceed forecasts
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Middle East peace, strategic partnership: Putin meets with Iranian foreign minister
The Russian leader noted that the Iranian people are fighting "courageously and heroically" for their sovereignty
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Google’s forcibly recovered debts in Russia exceed $560 million
A total of 62 enforcement proceedings have been opened against the company
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Ukrainian forces attack Belgorod Region with smart bombs, injuring two people — governor
Two men sustained barotrauma, blast injuries, and contusions to their backs and legs, Vyacheslav Gladkov said
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Coup attempt thwarted in Mali: Russian Defense Ministry’s statements
Approximately 12,000 militants were involved in the attempted coup
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At least five people killed in Israel’s attack on southern Lebanon — army
According to the statement, the airstrike hit a building where rescue operations were conducted
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Press review: EU backs Ukraine loan, adds Russia sanctions as France denies nukes to EU
Top stories from the Russian press on Thursday, April 23rd
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Trump says Strait of Hormuz ‘sealed up tight’ by US until Iran agrees to make deal
No ship can enter or leave without the approval of the United States Navy, the US leader noted
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By taking Taratutino Russian army penetrates 7 km deep into Ukrainian defenses — expert
The area around Taratutino represents the most significant advancement in Russia's military operations within the Sumy Region
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It took three days to organize Iran-requested Araghchi meeting with Putin — Kremlin aide
It was quite easy to organize it, Yury Ushakov said
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Putin calls for ensuring security during upcoming elections in Russia
Our priority is to ensure security to all participants in the elections -candidates, election commission members, observers, and the tens of millions of people who will come to polling stations to cast their votes, he stressed
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Russian troops liberate two communities in Ukraine operation over past day — top brass
Russian troops struck energy infrastructure sites used by the Ukrainian army and enemy deployment areas over the past 24 hours, Russia’s Defense Ministry reported
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Asian Beach Games boost development of rural areas in Hainan’s Sanya — newspaper
According to the newspaper, during the large-scale sporting event taking place in Sanya on April 22-30, many foreigners, including media representatives, were greatly impressed by the local tropical climate and the small villages located on the outskirts of the city
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Russian stock indices decline as trading on Moscow Exchange closes
The MOEX Index fell 1.31% to 2,696.58 points, while the dollar-denominated RTS Index fell 1.16% to 1,137.27 points
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Mirotvorets site’s Western trace and silencing crimes against media: Nebenzya’s statements
Against the backdrop of deteriorating freedom of access to information, the Kiev regime is clamping down on what information its people take in, Russian Permanent Representative to the United Nations Vasily Nebenzya noted
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Asian countries face 'desperate' demand for Russian oil — expert
The Philippines, Vietnam, Indonesia, and Malaysia are all actively negotiating with Russia to secure crude supplies following Middle East disruptions, Jaziri Alkaf, the former Senator of the Parliament of Malaysia, said
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FT calls UAE's withdrawal from OPEC big blow for cartel and Saudi Arabia
According to the article, it will be possible to fully assess the consequences of the step after the resumption of energy transportation through the Strait of Hormuz
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Ukrainian drones damage dwelling houses, power substations in Kamensko-Dneprovsky
As the attack continues, the local authorities call on people not to leave their homes or shelters until the situation stabilizes
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US has no defense against hypersonic weapons, advanced cruise missiles — Pentagon
Mark Berkowitz noted that the US has a very limited ground-based single-layer homeland defense system that was specifically designed against a small-scale rogue attack from North Korea
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SCO countries invited to Center 2026 strategic exercise — Russian defense minister
The Center 2026 exercise will be held from September 28 to October 3
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Russia invites over 180 foreign delegations to first international security forum
The forum will host a presentation of Russian products for the protection of the population, installations, and land, Rosoboronexport specified
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Putin calls for closer attention to security during elections in borderline regions
Relevant measures need to be taken based on the current situation, he said at a government meeting on security issues during the upcoming elections
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No fragments of defunct Russian cargo spacecraft found at expected crash site
The cargo spacecraft Progress launched on Thursday from the Baikonur spaceport in Kazakhstan was lost at an altitude of 190 km above Tyva
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Russia’s defense chief calls global situation 'extremely unstable'
The Shanghai Cooperation Organization, which is celebrating its 25th anniversary, has since grown into "a heavyweight in the Eurasian space," Andrey Belousov noted
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Rebel attack in Mali results in casualties among Russia’s Africa Corps — diplomat
According to Georgy Borisenko, the attacks were repelled in most locations, including Bamako
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OPEC to have smaller influence on global oil prices after UAE withdrawal
Saudi Arabia is now left doing more of the heavy lifting on price stability, and the market loses one of the few shock absorbers it had left, he added
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SCO countries need to increase military cooperation — Russian defense minister
Andrey Belousov said that "the current realities clearly show the need to form common approaches to strengthening peace and stability"
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Republika Srpska submits all documents for Mladic’s release for medical treatment — PM
Since 2024, Ratko Mladic has been in a prison hospital in The Hague, where he receives palliative care
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FACTBOX: What is known about UAE's decision to quit OPEC, OPEC+
According to the Emirates state news agency, the UAE's decision to exit OPEC and OPEC+ "reflects the UAE’s long-term strategic and economic vision and evolving energy profile"
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US may end up in stalemate with Iran with no settlement in sight — news outlet
The source described Trump’s current state of mind as that of "frustrated but realistic"
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Putin sees West losing its dominance, giving way to new growth centers
The Russian leader added that modern global challenges require a joint response and collective efforts
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Siberian excavator worker digs up 2 mln-year-old mammoth tusk
The fragment found in a coal pit near Bezrukovo village is quite big, about two meters long
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Energy prices expected to rise by 24% this year — World Bank forecast
The bank’s experts added that this would mark the highest levels since 2022
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IN BRIEF: Redirection of oil supplies from Druzhba pipeline may hit Germany, Ukraine
The termination of Kazakh oil supplies to Germany via the Druzhba pipeline could lead to dire consequences for Berlin and Kiev, Politico reported
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Russia at UN calls on Israel to comply with its obligations on Syria
Vasily Nebenzya says that "the political wisdom and strategic restraint of Damascus" should not be confused with weakness
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Escalation in Middle East threatens stability in CSTO space — Kazakh MP
Erlan Koshanov added that the situation in other hot spots is no less concerning
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Stubb says Europe-Russia dialogue to happen eventually
According to the Finnish president, the key question remains whether there will be a resumption of dialogue with Moscow before the end of the conflict in Ukraine or after that
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Up to 700,000 young people left Ukraine in past eight months — lawmaker
General mobilization was announced in Ukraine in February 2022 and has been extended several times since
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No systemic risks, cryptocurrency, and key rate decision: Nabiullina’s statements
The Bank of Russia chief noted that the regulator did not see any risks to the financial stability of the economy
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UAE’s decision to quit OPEC seen as serious blow to Arab countries’ solidarity — expert
Khalil Jahshan, Executive Director of Arab Center Washington DC, said he would view this as "the first expression of the economic and political fallout from the Iran war on the Arab side of the Gulf"
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Archaeologist Butyagin’s release: what we know about swap on Belarusian-Polish border
Alexander Butyagin was detained in Poland on December 4, 2025
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Russia can take part in building Trans-African railway
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First LNG tanker since start of Iran conflict passes through Strait of Hormuz — agency
According to Bloomberg, the Liberian-flagged tanker Mubaraz loaded a cargo from Abu Dhabi National Oil Co.’s Das Island facility in the UAE
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Russia’s sole aircraft carrier to be upgraded to carry generation 4++ fighter jets
MiG-29K/MiG-29KUB, Su-33 planes and some types of helicopters will be based on the warship
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Local election commission premises destroyed after Ukraine’s attack on LPR
The commission’s IT administrator received a light wound
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Butyagin's release does not resolve problem of persecution of Russian scientists — expert
Alexander Butyagin publicly thanked all those who contributed to securing his release
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UAE not consulting with others before deciding to leave OPEC — Energy Minister
Suhail Al Mazrouei noted that this is a policy decision
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Russian fertilizer exports up 16% annually in Q1 2026 — statistics
According to preliminary estimates, Russia exported 9.6 mln tons of mineral fertilizers worth $3.6 bln in the first quarter of 2026
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Russia developing new UAVs to combat Ukrainian drones — Officers of Russia
Alexander Mikhailov noted that Russian technologies are "improving very rapidly"
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Sanctions against Russian businessmen affect even distant relatives — Putin
The Russian economy is operating in the environment of serious external challenges for many years, including the difficult economic situation, illegitimate sanctions and certain other adverse circumstances, the Russian leader noted
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Iran to adopt law on Strait of Hormuz after parliament reconvenes — MP
"Many meetings were held to consider the legal and international aspects of the Strait of Hormuz Security Plan," Alaeddin Boroujerdi said
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Russian Helicopters to open maintenance centers for Mi-171, Ka-32 in China
The center will be opened in n Shenzhen
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