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Group plotting terrorist attack on Victory Day detained in Moscow
Specialists with bomb sniffer dogs found a self-made explosive device at the place where the detained men had lived
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Air defenses destroy 24 Ukrainian drones over Russian regions overnight
Most of these were taken down over the Bryansk Region
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Air defenses destroy 36 Ukrainian UAVs over Russian regions in three hours
15 of them were destroyed over the Belgorod Region
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Nepryaeva's marathon result at Winter Olympic Games annulled for error while changing skis
Darya Nepryaeva covered most of the distance on skis that weren't hers
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Total of 1,500 people set free in Syria under general amnesty decree — justice minister
On February 18, Syrian President Ahmed al-Sharaa issued a decree granting a general amnesty on the occasion of the Muslim holy month of Ramadan
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Russia helps secure Venezuela's statehood — MFA
No one would have negotiated with them; they would have been treated, as the West has repeatedly suggested, as those who are on the menu, Maria Zakharova said
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Kremlin sees extension of US sanctions as automatic decision
Dmitry Peskov added that the negotiation process with Washington is complicated
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Press review: Global response to Kerch standoff and EU joins Russia for SWIFT alternative
Top stories in the Russian press on Wednesday
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US Secret Service shoots man trying to break into Trump's estate
According to the statement, on Saturday night, "an armed man was shot" by Secret Service agents and a local sheriff’s deputy following "an unauthorized entry into the secure perimeter at Mar-a-Lago."
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Press review: Board of Peace to fund Gaza and Israel accused of annexing West Bank
Top stories from the Russian press on Thursday, February 19th
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Air defenses destroy 73 Ukrainian drones during first half of Sunday
18 drones over the territory of the Belgorod Region, two drones over the territory of the Kaluga Region
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Estate to pay $35 million to 40 financier's victims — Bloomberg
The proposed settlement plan must be approved by a federal judge in New York to take effect
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Closing ceremony of 2026 Winter Olympics over in Italy
Norway won the unofficial medal count, winning 18 gold, 12 silver and 11 bronze
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Witkoff says Putin was always straight in conversations with him
The Special US Envoy indicated that it was important for him to understand Russia’s position
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Liberating Krinichnoye, Russian troops penetrate Ukraine’s defenses — expert
Andrey Marochko believes that, given the operational and tactical situation in this area, Russian forces will continue denting the enemy defenses at Krinichnoye
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'One Battle After Another' gets BAFTA Best Film award
The movie was nominated in 14 categories and won six of them
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Ukrainian conflict moves towards settlement — Russia’s charge d’affaires in US
In ensuring that children all over the world sleep peacefully because the great powers keep in touch in the form of a professional dialogue, Andrey Ledenyov said
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Russia downs five Flamingo long-range missiles, 172 aircraft-type UAVs during day
According to the Defense Ministry, since the beginning of the special military operation, 670 aircraft, 283 helicopters, 115,937 unmanned aerial vehicles
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Iran does not discuss removal of highly enriched uranium from republic with US — TV
At the same time, the source denied rumors about possible Iran’s concessions in the oil and gas sector
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China may be in work on development of nuclear weapons’ new generation — CNN
According to the TV channel, granted investments in the nuclear arsenal will enable China to be allegedly able to have technical capabilities that none of the dominant nuclear powers currently possess
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Press review: India to continue buying Russian oil as US amasses major force near Iran
Top stories from the Russian press on Friday, February 20th
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Man shot on premises of Trump’s estate was 21-year-old artist
According to the newspaper, Austin Tucker Martin was fond of drawing scenes from the golf courses
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EU fails to get US, G7 support for blocking Russian oil supplies — source
A diplomatic source did not exclude "the possibility of Washington imposing its own measures in due time and on its own terms"
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Russians take part in athletes' parade at Olympic closing ceremony
The ceremony is taking place in Verona
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EU, UK hardest-hit by new US tariffs — Russian presidential envoy
Kirill Dmitriev commented on an article, which says that Donald Trump’s new global tariffs will most greatly benefit countries that he heavily criticized
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Kiev troops bombard Donetsk People’s Republic two times over past day
There were no reports on casualties among civilians
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Dmitriev notes assistance of Witkoff, Kushner in resolving Ukrainian conflict
US President's special envoy and entrepreneur Kirill Dmitriev are actively promoting the resolution of the Ukrainian conflict and the restoration of relations between Moscow and Washington
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US ready to hold talks with Iran on February 27 if Tehran responds to proposals — media
The report says that US President Donald Trump's special envoy Steve Witkoff and businessman Jared Kushner "plan to be in Geneva on February 27" if Iran responds early next week
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US sends hospital vessel to shores of Greenland, says President Trump
The US leader noted that this is necessary to take care of the many people who are sick
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Nord Stream gas pipelines may resume work with US participation — daily
Washington hopes to expand its control over the energy infrastructure in the region, the newspaper said
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IOC head declares 2026 Winter Olympic Games in Italy closed
Kirsty Coventry called upon the youth of the world to assemble four years from now in the French Alps
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Ukrainian conflict continues to be fueled with US arms supplies — MFA
Maria Zakharova noted that the current US leadership appeared to be making efforts to seek solutions to the crisis
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Hungary to block 20th package of EU sanctions against Russia — Szijjarto
The minister called Ukraine's decision not to resume Russian oil supplies via the Druzhba pipeline clear political blackmail, adding that Ukraine will not succeed in undermining Hungary's energy security
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IOC head thanks Italy for 'magical' Olympics
The 2026 Winter Olympic Games ended on February 22
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Russia does not threaten Estonia but will do what necessary to ensure security — Kremlin
If Estonia has nuclear weapons aimed at Russia, Moscow will aim its own nuclear weapons at Estonia, Dmitry Peskov said
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AfD leader calls for return to energy imports from Russia
Germany urgently needs reforms, Alice Weidel noted
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US president's approval rate drops to 39% — poll
Meanwhile, 60% expressed a negative view, compared with 59% in October, including 47% who said they strongly disapprove of the measures taken by the US president
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Epstein files exposed those who invented myths about Russia — diplomat
Russian Foreign Ministry’s official spokeswoman Maria Zakharova recalled numerous accusations against Russia, adding that the country came up with "arguments and facts" to refute them
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Putin names development of nuclear triad his unconditional priority
Vladimir Putin stressed that this "guarantees Russia’s security"
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EU not planning to withdraw from 15% tariff agreement with US — EC
However, the statement points out that the uncertainty following the court’s decision does little to promote fair, balanced, and mutually beneficial transatlantic relations
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Iranian official says Iran-US talks could take place in March — Reuters
Tehran and Washington have different views on the scope and mechanism for lifting sanctions against Iran, a senior Iranian official said
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Mexico special forces carried operation against Jalisco cartel leader without US help
Washington had only provided some intelligence information, the Mexican embassy in the US said
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Zelensky, his wife linked to human trafficking through Epstein's schemes — politician
Viktor Medvedchuk stressed that Zelensky's name is mentioned many times in the Epstein case
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Representatives of all Russian peoples fight in special military operation — Putin
This exemplifies the tremendous strength of the Russian Army, Vladimir Putin said
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Trump raises tariffs from 10% to 15% worldwide
On Friday, Trump signed an executive order imposing 10% tariffs on imports from all countries
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Situation remains normal in most part of Mexico — president
Claudia Sheinbaum also added that the federal government maintains "full coordination with the governments of all states" and called upon citizens to remain informed and stay calm
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Italian Olympic organizers hand over Olympic flag to France
The 2030 Olympics will be hosted in the French Alps
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US weighs on assassination attempt on Iran's supreme leader, his son — news outlet
The sources cited by Axios say that Iran may be allowed ‘token’ nuclear enrichment
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Eight types of newest drones introduced in Russia — Rostec
Rostec presented devices of different designs - aircraft, with a vertical takeoff, quadrocopters, multicopters, both with electric motors and internal combustion engines, said CEO Sergey Chemezov
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US looks into possibility of targeting individual leaders in Iran — Reuters
No details on who will be viewed as a target are available
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Central Asia’s growing population requires leap forward in energy, water — EDB head
It is one of the fastest-growing regions in the world, Nikolay Podguzov, Chairman of the Management Board of the Eurasian Development Bank, said, adding that the EDB expects the combined economy of the region's five countries to reach $600 bln this year
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LPR head says Ukrainian army attacked oil depot with drones in Lugansk
Fuel tank was damaged and a fire occurred
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Slovak PM to request halt to power supplies to Ukraine on Monday
He explained that the move would be a response to the Kiev authorities’ suspension of Russian oil deliveries to Slovakia via the Druzhba pipeline
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Russian presidential envoy expresses confidence in peace through dialogue
Peace will prevail through dialogue, Kirill Dmitriev said
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Putin congratulates Russians on Defender of the Fatherland’s Day
Vladimir Putin noted that February 23 has been marked in Russia for many decades now as one of the most important national holidays
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Russia will never forget or forgive Kiev regime’s crimes — FSB chief
Asked whether Moscow should "behave in the same way the Kiev regime is behaving with Russia and conduct some kind of counter-special operations," Alexander Bortnikov emphasized that the issue of countermeasures is generally very delicate
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Norway wins Winter Olympics for 11th time
In Italy, the Norwegians set a Games record for both the number of gold medals won and the total number of medals
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Talks on Ukraine may resume in Geneva on February 26 — source
Negotiations between Russia, the United States, and Ukraine took place in Geneva on February 17-18
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EDB head says investment bridge with Middle East being built
In December 2025, the EDB opened an official representative office at the ADGM International Financial Center in Abu Dhabi, Nikolay Podguzov, Chairman of the EDB Management Board, said
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Europe lost right to sit at Ukraine table with Moscow betrayal — Russian Foreign Ministry
Spokeswoman Maria Zakharova stressed that Europe needs to earn back trust and learn to keep its word, especially with regard to certain norms, rules and laws
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Olympic closing ceremony kicks off in Verona
The event will feature a parade of athletes, the extinguishing of the Olympic flame, and the transfer of the Olympic flag to the organizers of the 2030 Winter Olympics in France
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Leader of Jalisco Cartel dies en route to hospital — Mexican Defense Ministry
The operation was coordinated with the National Intelligence Center and the prosecutor’s office, with informational support from US authorities, the ministry said
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Lavrov warns of adverse consequences in case of new strikes on Iran
Russian Foreign Minister noted that the US and Israeli strikes on Iran in June 2025 not only undermined the authority of the International Atomic Energy Agency and the Nuclear Non-Proliferation Treaty, but also "there were real risks of a nuclear incident"
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Hungary to block sanctions against Russia until supplies via Druzhba start — Orban
Hungary will reject the 20th sanctions package submitted to the EU for consideration, the Hungarian prime minister said
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Iran-US talks cover only republic's nuclear program — Aragchi
"Right now, we are negotiating only nuclear and there is no other subject," Iranian Foreign Minister replied to a journalist's question on whether these consultations concerned, in particular, Iran's missile program and Tehran's support for various forces in the region
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Aragchi says may meet with Witkoff in Geneva on February 26
We are still working on that, Iranian Foreign Minister said
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Iran believes potential deal with US should include sanctions relief — foreign minister
In 2015, Iran, along with China, France, Germany, Russia, the UK and the US signed the Joint Comprehensive Plan of Action, resolving a crisis that had begun in 2002 amid Western accusations that Tehran was seeking nuclear weapons
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Russia’s Petrosyan finishes 6th in women’s figure skating at 2026 Winter Olympics in Italy
US' Alysa Liu won the gold in women’s singles
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Russia failed to find alternative to western capital markets in the east — Sberbank CEO
There is no alternative to western capital markets in the nearest years
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Two apartment buildings, social facility damaged in Ukraine’s missile attack on Belgorod
No casualties have been reported so far
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Foreign mercenaries of Ukrainian army fight Russia near Raigorodka
According to an officer of the department for joint training and interaction with the armed forces of the organizational and planning department of the Moscow military district combat training directorate, they heard English and Georgian, but did not communicate personally
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Lavrov offers condolences to Wang Yi over death of Chinese tourists in Lake Baikal
Russian Foreign Minister stressed that relevant Russian agencies are conducting a full-scale investigation of the incident and promised to inform Beijing about its results immediately
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Price of gold futures tops $5,150 per troy ounce first time since January 30
By 2:12 a.m. Moscow time on February 23, it accelerated its growth to $5,161.5 per troy ounce
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Generals Moskalik, Sarvarov killed in Kiev regime’s terrorist attacks — General Staff
Colonel General Sergei Rudskoy noted that with the deaths of the generals, the troops "lost true professionals, loyal comrades, and true patriots"
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Ukrainian FPV drone strike kills man in Belgorod Region
The Ukrainian military attacked a car
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Child present among Chinese tourists who died on Lake Baikal
Seven bodies have been located using an underwater camera
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Iran designates EU countries’ navies, air forces as terrorist organizations
According to the statement, "based on the principle of reciprocity," the Iranian foreign ministry recognizes and declares "the navies and air forces of all EU member states as terrorist organizations"
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Russia to defend its interests no matter how much it upsets its enemies — MFA
Russian Foreign Ministry Spokeswoman Maria Zakharova noted that when Moscow talks to its friends, it defends its interests too
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Russian General Staff uses analytics to counter Ukrainian strikes deep into Russia
Colonel General Sergey Rudskoy noted that the Main Operations Directorate is directly involved in developing and implementing a set of measures to enhance air defense capabilities
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British trace visible in case of assassination attempt on General Alexeyev — FSB chief
Alexander Bortnikov noted that the Ukrainian intelligence services were the masterminds
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Cosmonauts congratulate Russians on Defender of Fatherland’s Day from space
They expressed to servicemen their sincere gratitude for heroism, courage and devotion to duty
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Russian troops liberate eight communities in Ukraine operation over week — top brass
Russia’s Battlegroup North inflicted more than 1,310 casualties on Ukrainian troops and destroyed four enemy armored combat vehicles in its areas of responsibility over the week, the Defense Ministry reported
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Number of drones intercepted on approach to Moscow reaches 22 — mayor
Emergency responders are working at the crash sites,
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Russian air defenses shot down seven HIMARS multiple launch rockets, 326 UAVs
Russian troops have launched a strike with long-range precision weapons against Ukrainian military-industrial complex and energy infrastructure facilities used in the interests of the Ukrainian army, with all designated objects affected, the Russian Defense Ministry reported
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Current generation of servicemen fulfill their duty with honor — minister
Andrey Belousov emphasized that in the course of the special military operation servicemen are acting with precision and courage and demonstrate unbending will and devotion to the Motherland
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Iran will not hand over control of its energy resources to US — Reuters
Tehran’s right to enrich uranium under the Treaty on the Non-Proliferation of Nuclear Weapons should be recognized, the Iranian official noted
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Defenders of Russia are on right side of history — diplomat
Maria Zakharova congratulated Russian servicemen taking part in the special military operation on the Defender of the Fatherland’s Day
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Finnish top diplomat Valtonen says resumption of dialogue with Russia still possible
Finnish Foreign Minister Elina Valtonen also believes that Europe should play a more significant role in the peace process
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Russia promises retaliation if South Korea joins PURL initiative on Ukraine
Russian Foreign Ministry Spokeswoman Maria Zakharova noted that Moscow was surprised to hear reports about possible Seoul's participation in this program, since such steps would be at odds with the country's official line of non-participation in the efforts of the collective West to pump weapons and ammunition into the Ukrainian army
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US terminates number of tariffs following Supreme Court ruling — White House
In particular, the tariff on products from 185 countries and territories imposed in April 2025 shall no longer be applied
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Georgia purchases record 4,800 tons of liquefied propane from Russia in January
This is 2.2 times more than in January 2025 and the highest figure ever for a single month
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Peace in Europe possible only with Russia’s participation — Germany’s ruling AfD party
Alice Weidel has also landed sharp criticism regarding the foreign policy rhetoric voiced by the current German government as part of the CDU/CSU and SPD bloc
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Iran receives 'encouraging signals' at talks with US in Geneva — president
However, he stressed that Tehran continues "to closely monitor US actions and have made all necessary preparations for any potential scenario."
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Google's foreclosed Russian debts exceed 26.3 billion rubles
The court and other materials reviewed by TASS say that 58 enforcement proceedings were opened against the company
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Russia’s National Wealth Fund totals $177 bln as of February 1 — Finance Ministry
The volume of the fund's liquid assets as of February 1 was $55.1 bln
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Iran’s refusal to enrich uranium red line in negotiations for US — Witkoff
The special US envoy claimed Tehran would have enough uranium enriched to the level needed to make a nuclear bomb within a week
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Valentina Tereshkova, legendary Soviet cosmonaut and the first woman in space
The first ever woman in space, Valentina Tereshkova, celebrates her birthday on March 6
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US team defeats Canada in Olympic hockey tournament final
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Board of Peace first meeting: What is known about organization at this point
The Board of Peace is currently focused on settling the conflict in the Gaza Strip
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Air defenses destroy 130 Ukrainian UAVs over Russian regions in four hours
65 drones intercepted over the Bryansk Region
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Kiev can receive information posted on Telegram — FSB
The spokesperson said that the use of Telegram by the Russian army in the area of a special military operation in the last three months threatened the lives of military personnel
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Russian skiers fail to win any medals at Olympics for first time in history
Russian skiers made their Olympic debut in 1956 in Cortina d'Ampezzo
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