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Low turnout at South Ossetia elections means many citizens are in Russia
Head of the Russian State Duma’s delegation of observers said the observers were satisfied with preparation of the elections
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Netanyahu discusses Iranian issue with Putin — PM’s office
According to the Kremlin press service, during the telephone conversation with Netanyahu, Putin emphasized Moscow’s willingness to engage in efforts to seek a negotiated resolution to the Iranian nuclear issue
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IMF lowers forecast Eurozone economic growth in 2024 and 2025
The report noted that this year's moderate growth is explained by better-than-expected export performance
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Putin discusses situation in Middle East with Kuwaiti Emir
The Russian leader calls the situation in the region not easy
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Nearly 30 light aircraft intercepted by Venezuelan military in 2025 — commander
According to Domingo Hernandez Larez, this was the 28th light plane intercepted this year and the 419th one since 2013
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Finnish presidency fails to revive Helsinki Accords spirit within OSCE — Russian diplomat
According to the Russian diplomat, all the ideas were about the ways to shrink interstate cooperation
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Russian lawmaker: New Uzbekistan's president to ensure continuity in relations with Moscow
Head of Russia’s State Duma (lower house of parliament) Committee for International Affairs Leonid Slutsky noted he did not expect any radical changes in the Russian-Uzbek relations
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Moscow working on response to potential EU seizure of Russian assets — MFA
According to Foreign Ministry Spokeswoman Maria Zakharova, the EU employs every possible method, up to explicit threats, blackmail and fake news
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Russia to continue conflict if Kiev rejects settlement — Kremlin
According to Dmitry Peskov, Russia's position is clear, and it has not changed since the Alaska summit
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Russia condemns Kiev’s terrorist attacks on tankers, oil facilities — diplomat
Maria Zakharova said that the civilian energy infrastructure facilities that came under attack play an important role in ensuring global energy security and have never been targeted by international restrictions
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S-400 gets new features unusual for air defense systems — Almaz-Antey
Modernization potential of the S-400 Triumph air defense system allows it to quickly mitigate emerging threats during the special military operation
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Russia genuinely values friendly relations with India, Putin says
The Russian president pointed out that Soviet specialists had taken an active part in the construction of major industrial, energy and infrastructure facilities in India
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Brent crude price exceeds $50 per barrel
Thursday was the last day for trading of the Brent futures for February and trading of futures for March delivery actively started on Friday
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Economy Ministry says inflation in Russia will be 5.6% at year-end
Inflation is steadily declining on an annualized basis from 7.5% in June to 5.8% in November
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Source in Ukrainian intelligence calls Rubicon 'tough guys' — Le Parisien
According to a Ukrainian soldier in the drone battalion stationed near Krasnoarmeysk, which was previously liberated by the Russian Armed Forces, Rubicon has good weapons and well-trained operators
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Russia’s Aerospace Forces chief: Turkish F-16 didn't warn Su-24M crew at agreed frequency
The Turkish Air Force’s F-16 fighter on November 24 shot down a Russian Sukhoi Su-24M bomber that Ankara claims violated the country’s airspace on the border with Syria
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Russian forces capture Ukrainian FPV drone operators near Krasnoarmeysk
According to commander of a Russian assault detachment Vladimir Khodykin, many Ukrainian soldiers were unaware that Krasnoarmeysk had been taken by Russian troops
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Russia, India plan cooperation on bridge and tunnel construction
Transport Minister Andrey Nikitin discussed the development of land transport and infrastructure with India’s Minister of Road Transport and Highways, Nitin Jairam Gadkari
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Georgia ready to receive Russian delegation at OSCE PA session — Russian legislator
According to the Russian delegation’s deputy chief, Georgia has promised there will be no obstructions and all Russian delegates will be let in
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Ukraine drone attack damages port infrastructure in Temryuk — emergencies center
According to the emergency response center, 32 specialists and eight pieces of equipment have been deployed to extinguish the fire
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MP Pushkov: Russia’s return to PACE in 2016 only possible after State Duma elections
According to Alexey Pushkov, the return of Russian lawmakers to PACE is linked to the possible revision of EU sanctions against Russia
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Tens of thousands of Ukrainian refugees in Israel about to be deported — Haaretz daily
As of today, the Israeli government has not decided whether to prolong the protection program and this issue is still under debates
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Ford Sollers intends to introduce new car models to Russian market in 2017
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US sides with Russia’s position on Ukraine in some ways — Putin
The Russian leader stressed the need to sit down at a table and discuss in detail specific issues
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Russia-India talks held in open, constructive atmosphere — Putin
The Russian leader expressed deep gratitude to Indian President Droupadi Murmu and Prime Minister Narendra Modi, as well as to all Indian colleagues for their exceptionally warm and cordial welcome
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Russia’s economy is in phase of declining inflation — Novak
Russian Deputy Prime Minister said the national economy showed its resilience and ability to move forward
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Putin participates in launch of RT India TV channel
The channel will operate from a studio complex in New Delhi and cover key aspects of Russian-Indian relations, as well as the central role of India and Russia in a multipolar world
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EU ambassadorial meeting on expropriation of Russian assets ends with no results — source
The discussion will continue next week
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Moscow expects India to ease technical barriers for certain Russian goods — ministry
Russian Economic Development Minister Maxim Reshetnikov stressed the importance of achieving parity in the negotiations
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Peace in Ukraine has to destroy system of anti-Russian sanctions — Hungarian PM
Viktor Orban also expressed hope that the European Commission’s plan to phase out Russian oil and gas supplies to Europe by 2028 will never be implemented
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Press review: Ukraine meddles in Transnistria while Poroshenko erodes bank stability
Top stories in the Russian press on Friday, March 15
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Zelensky can't save himself by betraying his associates — Russian diplomat
"Yermak’s sudden resignation only proves that NABU has more than enough evidence on the Zelensky office chief’s corrupt actions," Rodion Miroshnik said
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US fears Europe on verge of civilizational collapse — National Security Strategy
The document doubts that some European states would have the appropriate economic and military potential to remain reliable allies of Washington
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Russia, Egypt drill air defense with F-16 fighters in Mediterranean
Russia and Egypt are holding their first-ever joint naval exercises in a bid to strengthen ties amid Moscow’s confrontation with the West
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Population collapse gathering pace in Ukraine — agency
Ukraine’s population, which stood at 42 million before the conflict, has now shrunk below 36 million
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Russian Defense Ministry denies setting up military base in Palmyra
Russian Defense Ministry spokesman Maj. Gen. Igor Konashenkov commented on AP’s reports saying that Russia’s military are building a new military base in Palmyra
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Gazprom renews its record for daily gas supplies to China via Power of Siberia
In January-September of 2025, Gazprom increased supplies via the Power of Siberia by more than 27%
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Aeroflot temporarily authorized to fly Transaero’s 56 international routes
The temporary authorization will be valid from October 26, 2015 to October 30, 2016, with an option of further renewal depending on expenses sustained by Aeroflot
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Most components of Caspian Sea Convention agreed upon — Lavrov
Experts continue work on remaining questions, the Russian foreign minister has noted
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International Court of Justice ready to assess Kiev's crimes — Russian Foreign Ministry
The West's hopes of using "legal weapons" against Russia have once again failed, the ministry said
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Russia plans to increase arms supplies to India in 2026 — official
According to FSMTC Director Dmitry Shugayev, the issues of logistics and supply of components for joint projects, including servicing of previously delivered equipment, have been resolved
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Sentence on Navalny brothers to be passed on Dec 30 instead of Jan 15 — lawyer
Alexey Navalny and his brother Oleg Navalny are accused of a massive fraud in a conspiracy with office abuse and of money laundering
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Putin explains what it takes to avoid big mistakes
When asked about the potential establishment of a BRICS currency and other alternative systems of payment aimed at reducing dollar dependence, Vladimir Putin noted that "in this process there's no rush anywhere"
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Russia and India discussing localization of nuclear fuel production — Rosatom CEO
Likhachev also noted that Rosatom has agreed with India a on memorandum on the construction of new nuclear power units, on expanding the agenda to include low-power units, on engaging Indian partners in the fourth generation, and on localizing a whole range of fuel cycle competencies
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Russian experts to check airports of three Egyptian cities — official
Russia will take a decision if more demands have to be made to ensure security at Egypt’s airports after the investigation into this week’s incident with the hijacking of the A320 passenger plane
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Russian ambassador sees attempt to disrupt Ukraine talks in Amesbury poisoning report
Andrey Kelin suggested to see who this story played into the hands of
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Russia says will not allow threats to security from NATO forces
Russia's envoy to NATO said that Russia wanted no new cold war or arms race in Europe
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Russians want Putin's take on special op, economy, social issues at year-end Q&A
According to the PF, by the middle of the day on December 5, more than 100,000 calls and messages with a variety of questions had already been received and processed
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Kremlin expects foreign guests to attend Victory Day events
The Russian presidential aide said that last year invitations were sent to many foreign leaders to attend the parade, because it was a jubilee year and wide-scale celebrations were planned
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Advanced Kalashnikov assault rifles accepted for service in Russian troops
Russia’s Defense Ministry has accepted new Kalashnikov AK-12 and AK-15 assault rifles for service
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Expert speculates that Zelensky's stay in Ireland might be permanent
Zoltan Koskovics also suggested that British intelligence services might stage an assassination attempt targeting him in order to prolong the conflict in Ukraine
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Putin heads to Hungary to discuss economic ties, situation in Ukraine
According to the Kremlin press service, "advancing major joint projects in trade and economic sector and the strengthening of cultural and humanitarian ties" will be top on the agenda
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Anti-Putin media campaign aims to discredit authorities — Kremlin administration chief
The official said journalists who practice such an approach discredit themselves: "such media can’t enjoy the respect of serious people"
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US-Ukraine talks in Miami conclude — daily
The Ukrainian side at the talks was represented by Ukraine’s National Security and Defense Council Secretary Rustem Umerov and Chief of the General Staff of the Armed Forces of Ukraine Andrey Gnatov
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Leader of Ukraine's unrecognized republic questioned in Russian court
Igor Plotnitsky is being questioned on the case of former Ukrainian pilot Nadezhda Savchenko currently on trial in Russia
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Press review: Kiev may revisit dialogue while Trump declares closure of Venezuelan skies
Top stories from the Russian press on Monday, December 1st
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Turkey does not consider pullout from NATO — Erdogan’s party
Earlier, on Wednesday, the deputy leader of the Turkish Motherland Party, Ethem Sancak, said that Turkey might leave NATO in five to six months due to provocative actions against Ankara
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Russia insists on fulfillment of NATO’s promises not to expand NATO eastwards — Putin
The Russian president stressed that multiple waves of NATO’s expansion have taken place, culminating in efforts to include Ukraine in the alliance
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Russian PM unveils monument to WWII Marshal Rokossovsky
In September 1942 Rokossovsky was appointed commander of the Stalingrad Front and helped develop the operation Uranus that led to the surrender of Nazi Field Marshal Friedrich Paulus
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Seven more children reunite with families in Ukraine — Russian presidential commissioner
Maria Lvova-Belova thanked US First Lady Melania Trump for her continued commitment and participation in this work
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Russia PM says Internet should be regulated by all countries equally
The Russian prime minister has backed the proposals of Chinese President Xi Jinping on regulating the global network, exchanging information and data between the countries
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Decision on two nuclear plants to be made in 2025 — Turkish energy minister
Turkish authorities said earlier that they are holding talks on NPP construction projects in the Black Sea province of Sinop and in Thrace in the European part of the country, with Russia and South Korea in particular
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Lavrov, foreign ministers from Persian Gulf Arab states talk regional issues
The majority of Arab states of the Persian Gulf call for ousting Syrian President Bashar al-Assad
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Russian ambassador to Germany warns of large-scale consequences in case of asset seizure
Sergey Nechayev said there are no "legal mechanisms" for the plans to appropriate the Bank of Russia's assets held in the Belgian Euroclear depository
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Russia, India start discussing joint production of Il-114 aircraft
A memorandum on the joint production of the aircraft has already been signed between the Indian state corporation Hindustan Aeronautics Limited and Russia’s United Aircraft Corporation, Sergey Chemezov added
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Jordan chooses Russian project due to technical reliability of nuclear reactors — official
Jordan and Russia on March 24 signed an intergovernmental agreement on cooperation in the construction of a nuclear power plant in Jordan
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Russia and India set to step up anti-terror fight — defense minister
Sergey Shoigu noted that the two countries strongly condemn any terrorist acts and oppose a policy of double standards in the struggle against this evil
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Russian antimonopoly regulator may finally decide on iPhone 6s price fixing on March 14
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Russia to consider countermeasures in response to Faroe Islands joining sanctions — MFA
According to Maria Zakharova, on December 2, the Faroe Islands’ parliament approved amendments to local legislation that establish a legal basis for the autonomous region's participation in the European Union's anti-Russian sanctions
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Russia can receive unlimited number of Indian specialists — first deputy PM
Denis Manturov confirmed that the labor mobility agreement was signed during the Russian-Indian summit in New Delhi
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Countries wishing to host US missiles are likely targets — Russian MFA
According to Alexander Grushko, this situation is very dangerous, because Europe is moving down the path of the Cold War, when aggressive military planning is paired with aggressive policies
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European Commission’s plans on asset seizure contradict EU norms — Russian mission
According to the statement, any illegal actions with Russian assets will have long-term negative consequences for the European economy and will entail Russia’s harsh response measures
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Putin likes how Russian intelligence does its job, makes no comment on foreign ones
The Russian leader still described the CIA and Mossad as powerful intelligence agencies
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Ukrainian army conducts punitive operations against civilians — official
Ambassador-at-Large Rodion Miroshnik said that this situation reflects the real policy pursued by the Kiev authorities today
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Russia, India call for development of instrument to prevent arms race in outer space
The parties noted that the basis for such a document could be the draft treaty on the prevention of the placement of weapons in outer space, the threat or use of force against outer space objects
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Kaliningrad-based Avtotor launches assembling new version of KIA Venga
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NATO destroys all relations with Russia — MFA
Russian Foreign Ministry Spokeswoman Maria Zakharova said that the bloc's plans to dissolve the Russia-NATO Council do not really matter
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Russian Defense Ministry receives no appeals from Bulgaria about violation of flight rules
"We, and not only we, would like to have explanations from Mr. Minister how far away from Bulgaria’s air borders the imaginary zone of NATO airspace lies?" Major General Igor Konashenkov said
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EU, G7 to completely ban transportation of Russian oil on Western ships — Reuters
Representatives of the US and UK are actively promoting this idea at G7 technical meetings, sources told the agency
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Granting access to offshore development for private companies premature — Deputy PM
Earlier Russian Minister of Natural Resources said the government commission on fuel and energy sector may consider liberalization of the law on private companies’ offshore access early in August
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Euroclear to go bust if Russian asset seizure plan executed — depository head
Valerie Urbain warned that if the plan is approved at the EU summit on December 18-19, Euroclear is "ready to challenge it in court"
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CEO says Iraq has not asked Gazprom Neft to cut oil production in the country
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Russia’s most powerful nuclear plant reactor enters commercial operation
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Putin meets with Indian president in New Delhi
Earlier, the Russian leader held talks with Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi
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Russian antimonopoly watchdog backs giving Novatek access to Gazprom’s export channel
Novatek asked the authorities to allow it to export gas to Europe via Gazprom Export
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Rada’s decision on Russian language shows Kiev wants no peace — Russian MFA
As Maria Zakharova pointed out, the Kiev regime is thus demonstrating "signs of abnormality and madness"
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Press review: US proposed four-part Ukraine plan as EU eyes expropriating Russian assets
Top stories from the Russian press on Friday, December 5th
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S-400 surpasses Patriot in mobility and target range — experts
The S-400 significantly outperforms the American system in terms of deployment speed from march to combat formation
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Russian troops destroy US-made Abrams tank, Bradley IFV near Avdeyevka, says DPR
The strikes both destroyed Abrams and Bradley armored combat vehicles and killed and wounded their crews as indicated by data recorders, Igor Kimakovsky noted
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Potential visa-free travel, fuel supplies: takeaways from Putin-Modi negotiations
Russia is satisfied with the results of discussions with Indian counterparts in New Delhi, the country’s head of state noted
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Putin concludes two-day state visit to India
The Russian president held a series of bilateral talks with Indian officials, took part in the Russia-India Business Forum, and laid a wreath at the Mahatma Gandhi memorial
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Over 4,000 trucks stuck in traffic jam on major highway in Russia
All in all traffic jams were as long as 191 kilometers, including 135-kilometer long traffic jams in the Tver region and 56-kilometer-long – in the Novgorod region
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Russian troops liberate seven communities in Ukraine operation over week — top brass
In particular, during the week, Battlegroup North units liberated the town of Volchansk in the Kharkov Region through decisive operations
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Russian Pacific Fleet anti-submarine aircraft stage sub detection drills
As part of the maneuvers, the aircraft crews ran an algorithm for the simulated release of sonar buoys
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FIFA awards in first-ever Peace Prize to Trump
The 2026 FIFA World Cup will be co-hosted by Canada, Mexico, and the United States
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Joint efforts can resist wish of some countries to rule the world — Russian diplomat
The search for the key problems of today should be conducted only through joint efforts, tapping the potential of the state and civil society, Russian Deputy Foreign Minister Grigory Karasin says
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High-rise Grozny City building attacked by Ukrainian drone — Kadyrov
The head of Chechnya condemned this attack as an attempt to intimidate the republic’s civilian population
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Russia, India to reach trade turnover target 'much earlier' than 2030 — Modi
Negotiations have already started to establish a free trade zone between India and the Eurasian Economic Union, the Indian prime minister said
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Russian Battlegroup South destroys 36 Ukrainian dugouts, two Starlink stations in past day
The Ukrainian army lost up to 150 servicemen in 24 hours
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Lavrov says Savchenko will be headache for Ukraine
The foreign minister considers handing the ex-servicewoman over to Kiev the right decision as Moscow had to bring back its citizens sentenced on terrorism charges in Ukraine
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Second train with S-400 missile systems arrives in Russia's Kamchatka
The new antiaircraft missile system units will soon replace its predecessor - the S300 missile system
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