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Russian government to compensate Rostov region’s expenses on accommodation of refugees
The amount of financial aid to the regional authorities will make about $7 million, according to Prime Minister Dmitry Medvedev
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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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Russian diplomat slams Kiev’s drone export project as corruption money laundering scheme
The Drone Deals initiative "creates the illusion that Ukraine is not entirely dependent on others," Ambassador-at-Large Rodion Miroshnik said
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Tanker with Iranian oil change course, heading to China — PTI
The change in the destination of Pin Shun appears to be payment-related, Sumit Ritolia, Lead Research Analyst at Kpler, noted
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Trump says Iran has 48 hours to make deal or open strait
Time is running out: 48 hours remain before all hell rains down on them, US President said
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Drone striking industrial site, 189 UAVs: aftermath of overnight Ukrainian attack
No casualties or significant damage have been reported
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Trump says Ukraine is defeated, but illustrates his words with references to Iran
When asked which conflict - in Ukraine or in Iran - will be settled first, Trump said they might be resolved at the same time
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Iran to strike at Americans in Arab monarchs’ palaces if war resumes — lawmaker
Manouchehr Mottaki stressed that the consequences for the entire region would be disastrous if the war resumed
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Magyar demands wider rights for Hungarians in Ukraine before EU accession talks — agency
These demands concerned, in particular, access for the Hungarian minority to education in their native language
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Russia rejects very possibility of using nuclear arms in Ukraine — diplomat
Ambassador al Large Andrey Belousov stressed that it is in Russia's "best interest that nuclear weapons are never used"
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US may use hypersonic weapons against Iran — agency
According to Bloomberg, if the plan comes to fruition, this will be the first time that the US has deployed hypersonic missiles
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Russian MP warns of nuclear proliferation risk if Israel uses nukes against Iran
Alexey Pushkov noted that the question of whether Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu will use nuclear weapons in Iran has been actively discussed on American television in recent days
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Lavrov to meet with Kazakh president, hold talks with top diplomat
The visit is expected to yield a plan of contacts between the two countries’ foreign ministries in the coming years
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Iran decides to end US aggression once and for all — Foreign Ministry
Iranian Deputy Foreign Minister Saeed Khatibzadeh emphasized that the United States has consistently failed to acknowledge the shifts within Iran and the realities on the ground
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US, Europe still disagree on Ukraine — Trump
We have some disagreements on Ukraine and not having to do with NATO so much as European countries, he told reporters at the White House
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Trump tells Putin deal to resolve Ukraine conflict is nearing
Yury Ushakov noted that, with regard to the Ukrainian settlement, "the US president stressed the importance of bringing hostilities to an end as soon as possible, as well as his willingness to do everything in his power to facilitate this"
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Russian troops tighten encirclement around Konstantinovka in Donetsk region — expert
According to Andrey Marochko, the seizure of Novodmitrovka creates a threat of encirclement of the entire Kiev’s group of forces stationed in Konstantinovka
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US leader believes UAE's exit from OPEC, OPEC+ may help lower fuel prices
The Emirati state news agency WAM reported on April 28 that the country had decided to withdraw from OPEC and OPEC+ effective May 1 of this year
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Upper house speaker slams US-Israeli operation against Iran as geopolitical mistake
Valentina Matviyenko emphasized that this intervention has destabilized the Middle East, triggering an energy crisis, yet it ultimately changes nothing
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Russian troops liberate two communities in Ukraine operation over past day — top brass
Russia’s Battlegroup North inflicted more than 240 casualties on Ukrainian troops and destroyed two enemy armored combat vehicles in its areas of responsibility, the Defense Ministry reported
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IN BRIEF: Deputy PM Novak’s statements on oil market crisis, Russia in OPEC+
According to Alexander Novak, the oil industry is still in a profound crisis caused by a supply shortage due to the conflict in the Middle East
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Russia to view F-16 fighter jets in Ukraine as threat in nuclear sphere — Lavrov
"During combat operations, our military will not be clearing out whether or not each particular jet of this class is equipped to carry nuclear weapons," the minister added
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Ukrainian forces started counteroffensive, have a lot of personnel, weapons — Prigozhin
Yevgeny Prigozhin said that in the past 24 hours, Wagner PMC forces advanced 230 meters in Artyomovsk
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Putin-Trump conversation, Victory Day ceasefire, economy: key topics of Peskov’s briefing
Dmitry Peskov said that the Russian president will announce the dates of the Victory Day ceasefire later
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Another strike hits area near Bushehr Nuclear Power Plant in Iran
One of the facility’s security guards was killed, Iran’s AEOI said
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Canada’s support not to help Kiev regime — Russian ambassador
Oleg Stepanov noted that these actions would "squeeze yet another sum of money" out of taxpayers’ pockets
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Aggression against Iran negatively affecting Caspian Sea — Lavrov
The Russian foreign minister said the Caspian region should remain a zone of peace and cooperation
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US policy was geared to undermine Russia’s security — diplomat on New START suspension
Russian Ambassador at Large Andrey Belousov said that this was the reason why Moscow suspended its participation in the treaty
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Lavrov speaks on revival of Nazism in Europe, attacks in Caspian Sea area, Ukraine issue
The Russian foreign minister also mentioned the attempts by Europe to turn its people against Russia
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US president threatens strikes on Iran’s energy, civilian infrastructure
Donald Trump called on Iranian leaders to open the Strait of Hormuz, claiming that otherwise the country "will be living in hell
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Putin yet to determine Victory Day truce dates — Kremlin
"So far, there is no specific decision," Dmitry Peskov said
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Medvedev assesses risk of nuclear apocalypse, slams 'idiots' leading Europe
The politician emphasized that Russia’s conflict with the West was an existential one
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Europe understands that Zelensky’s territorial claims are unrealistic — governor
Vladimir Saldo said that a statement by German Chancellor Friedrich Merz that Ukraine will probably have to make territorial concessions is "an unpleasant signal for Zelensky"
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US troop buildup near Iran not sign of any new decisions — White House
The United States and Israel launched a military operation against Iran on February 28
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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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US fighter jet downed over Iran likely conducted strikes on ground targets — media
According to CBS News national security analyst Aaron MacLean, the pilots of the downed fighter had sidearms
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Russia has no aggressive intentions toward Europe — Medvedev
According to the Russian Security Council deputy chairman, the task of today's politicians is to "cool down" and try to get onto the path of constructive negotiations
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Capitulation one of best ways to resolve conflict — Medvedev
Dmitry Medvedev stressed that manipulation and the use of "deals" in geopolitics often led to conflicts resurfacing again
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US military aircraft struck by Iran makes it to Kuwait — TV
Iran also fired at two US UH-60 Black Hawk helicopters conducting a search and rescue operation
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Trump believes conflicts around Ukraine, Iran may end simultaneously
The US leader said he does not know, which war would end first
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Eleven shelling attacks by Ukrainian troops reported in DPR in past day
One person was hurt
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West goes beyond all bounds considering nukes for Kiev — Russian MFA
Earlier, Russia’s Foreign Intelligence Service said that London and Paris were actively working to provide Kiev with a nuclear bomb and delivery means
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Ukrainian army terrorizing civilians as instrument of pressure on Western sponsors
Kherson Region Governor Vladimir Saldo slammed such practices as cynical and criminal
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EU aid to Ukraine frozen — Borrell
The ex-chief of EU diplomacy said the situation is similar with the approval of new sanctions against Russia
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Kiev starts using Starlink alternatives in special military operation zone — expert
According to Andrey Marochko, Russian troops examining the fragments of a downed Ukrainian drone found a different navigation and communication system
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US lost war with Iran, trying to make up for it through talks — Iranian diplomat
Ambassador to Egypt Mojtaba Ferdowsi-Pour says that after the attacks, Iran has the right "not to engage in negotiations"
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Trump again calls on Iran to surrender
The US leader says that the Islamic republic has already been defeated
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US prepares plan for ‘short, powerful’ wave of strikes against Iran — news outlet
According to the report, Washington has effectively rejected Tehran’s proposed three-stage plan, under which Iran is ready to negotiate with the US
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US administration considers option of declaring end to Iran war — Reuters
According to sources cited by the news agency, US intelligence services are analyzing "how Iran would respond" if the US president declares a unilateral victory
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US seeks to create new coalition for Strait of Hormuz — newspaper
The Wall Street Journal reported that the new US-led coalition will be tasked with helping participants share information, coordinate diplomatic efforts, and ensure compliance with sanctions
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NATO forces intercept missile presumably launched from Iran — Turkish Defense Ministry
According to the ministry, "all necessary measures are being taken decisively and without hesitation against any threat directed at Turkey's territory and airspace"
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Uragan MLRS crews hit Ukrainian troops’ positions in Zaporozhye Region
The mission was completed by Russia’s Battlegroup East
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Roscosmos invites NASA chief to Russia
The US Senate unanimously voted to appoint Nelson to the post of NASA chief in late April
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US works to prevent Iran from buying arms from China, says Pentagon chief
The Pentagon chief also stated that the United States has enjoyed "an astounding military success" on the battlefield with Iran
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Kremlin closely following developments after US airstrikes in Syria
Earlier on February 26, the US carried out airstrikes near the Syrian-Iraqi border
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EU preparing for possible energy supply crisis due to conflict in Iran — Spanish newspaper
The EC assures that there is currently no risk to supplies, though markets are feeling the impact of rising Brent crude oil prices, which has led to higher gas and oil prices in Europe
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RDIF chief says Trump’s words on reducing troops in Germany are 'black mark' for Merz
Kirill Dmitriev wrote this commenting on US President Donald Trump’s pledge to decide on the reduction of the US contingent in Germany soon
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Grossi says IAEA, Russia discuss removal of enriched uranium from Iran — news agency
According to the report, IAEA Director General Rafael Grossi noted that this is a complex operation requiring political approval, but he did not reveal any further details
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Iran calls on Saudi Arabia to ‘eject’ US troops from region
Iran’s Foreign Minister Abbas Araghchi stressed that Iran respects the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia and considers it a brotherly nation
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Hegseth names deterrence of China as Pentagon’s second most important task
US Secretary of War Pete Hegseth said in his address to the US House Armed Services Committee that his department’s main task is to protect the homeland
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Putin, Trump discuss May 9 ceasefire, situation around Iran
The presidents agreed to stay in touch, including personal conversations and talks at the level of aides and envoys
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US says redirected over 40 vessels since beginning of naval blockade of Iran
CENTCOM Commander Admiral Brad Cooper says Tehran cannot sell around 69 million barrels of oil already loaded onboard its tankers due to the blockade
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Persian Gulf countries running out of interceptor missiles - Bloomberg
Iran has fired almost 1,200 ballistic missiles and 4,000 Shahed drones at the Gulf states since the start of the war
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Trump says threatened Thailand and Cambodia with new duties
US President said he was sure that the duties is an important tool in the foreign policy for his administration
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Iran to hit more targets if US attacks Kharg Island — ambassador
Tehran’s Ambassador to Zimbabwe Amir Hossein Hosseini also expressed hope that the conflict would be resolved diplomatically
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Putin shown model of section of pipeline used in Operation Stream
During the operation, 800 Russian soldiers advanced through the pipeline over six days, covering nearly 15 kilometers to emerge on the surface behind enemy lines
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Russia open to discussion on how to build disarmament-promoting atmosphere
According to Ambassador-at-Large Andrey Belousov, both nuclear and non-nuclear states should take part in this process
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Medvedev questions effectiveness of US mediation in conflicts
The senior Russian official still said it would be wrong to deny that "at the very least, the current US administration, led by Donald Trump, is trying to do something in this respect"
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US-Israeli strike on humanitarian aid aircraft in western Iran reported
The Civil Aviation Organization of the Islamic Republic called on all international bodies to take appropriate measures in response to this incident
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Zelensky provoking nuclear conflict, not seeking peace — Zakharova
The Russian Foreign Ministry spokeswoman pointed to Vladimir Zelensky’s earlier remarks that Ukraine should be given both NATO membership and nuclear weapons as security guarantees
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Press review: Russia, US find common ground on Ukraine as gold demand hits 13-year high
Top stories from the Russian press on Thursday, April 30th
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Finland to be legitimate target for Russian missile forces if it imports nuke arms
Sergey Lipovoy, chairman of the Officers of Russia organization, said that the "NATO leadership is currently trying to drag Finland into an arms race it does not need"
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Starmer's wrong decisions led to empty UK store shelves — RDIF chief
Kirill Dmitriev said the next blow is expected in two weeks
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Israel, US attack amusement park in central Iran
No information on casualties or damage has been reported yet
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Denmark uses Bornholm to threaten Russia’s security, including Kaliningrad — ambassador
Vladimir Barbin stressed that Denmark's activity in Russia does not go unnoticed
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Russian troops liberate two communities in Ukraine operation over past day — top brass
Battlegroup North and Battlegroup South units gained control of settlements of the same name - Novodmitrovka, in the Sumy Region and in the DPR
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Israeli army storms Palestinian town of Tubas in West Bank
Earlier, the IDF press service reported the completion of a 60-hour raid in the city of Jenin
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Ceasefire, step toward Russia-US normalization: reaction to Putin-Trump conversation
The phone call between the leaders is a step toward normalizing relations between the countries, Leonid Slutsky, head of the State Duma's International Affairs Committee, emphasized
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Concrete details of Victory Day ceasefire to be announced — Kremlin spokesman
Russian President Vladimir Putin earlier announced his readiness to declare a ceasefire during the Victory Day celebrations
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Russia’s victory in special military operation to ensure long-term stability — Medvedev
This includes income growth, resolution of housing issues, and demographic problem solutions for every family, Russian Security Council Deputy Chairman Dmitry Medvedev said
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US leader says he offered Putin 'a little bit of a ceasefire' in Ukraine
Earlier, Russian presidential aide Yury Ushakov said that Putin had informed his US counterpart during a phone call of his willingness to declare a ceasefire for the period of Victory Day celebrations
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Critics label Elon Musk US 'shadow president' — media
The report says that "Musk’s rapid-fire messages - which included numerous false claims about the contents of the spending bill - ricocheted" across Washington
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Further phases of BRICS expansion will follow, says South African president
It is noted that the membership will take effect from January 1, 2024
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Ukraine mum on Russia’s initiative to declare Victory Day ceasefire — Kremlin
During a telephone conversation with his US counterpart Donald Trump the day before, Russian President Vladimir Putin announced his readiness to declare a ceasefire for the duration of Victory Day celebrations
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Middle East conflict won’t end in foreseeable future — Medvedev
According to the Russian Security Council deputy chairman, this conflict will continue to develop, "de-escalating in some places and flaring up again in others"
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Hungary views China as pillar of multipolar world — Orban
Hungarian prime minister recalled that Hungary has always adhered to the ‘one China’ principle
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Kinzhal missiles strike terror into Ukrainian troops — Russian security source
The source said the missile’s speed is Mach 10, and air defense systems, including the American Patriot systems, cannot react in time
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US interested in calling on Arab nations to help pay for cost of Iran operation — official
The United States and Israel launched a military operation against Iran on February 28
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Zelensky to make every effort to prolong Ukraine conflict — Donetsk leader
Denis Pushilin said earlier that Vladimir Zelensky would face reprisals after the conflict is over
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Pezeshkian asks global community to judge which side, Iran or US, actually favors dialogue
Iranian President Masoud Pezeshkian invited the world to judge which side engages in terrorism
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Russia takes note of US rejection of post-New START proposals — MFA
Ambassador-at-Large Andrey Belousov stressed that Moscow seeks to act as responsibly and carefully as possible
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General HQ of Iranian army warns of potentially larger strikes on Tel Aviv
The Iranian military also advised "host countries of US military bases to force the Americans to leave their territory, if they want to avoid damage"
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Putin tells Trump he is ready to declare Victory Day ceasefire — aide
Yury Ushakov said the US president "spoke positively of the Easter ceasefire, recently announced by Russia"
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Putin: Russia stands for demilitarization of Ukraine
Russian President said he wished the Donbass problem could be settled through talks and the implementation of the Minsk agreements, but "regrettably, this is no longer relevant"
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US ready to use military force in Western hemisphere — Pentagon chief
According to Pete Hegseth, "after years of neglect, the United States will restore US military dominance in the Western hemisphere"
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US leader says Russia offers help in resolving Iranian uranium issue
Donald Trump says he would prefer Russian leader's involvement "with ending the war with Ukraine"
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Ukraine’s economics ministry expects 2014 inflation at 19%
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US leader says prospect of new strikes on Iran hinges on progress in talks
The deal will not be reached "unless they agree that there will be no nuclear weapons," Donald Trump says
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Putting the Western hemisphere on notice, nuclear deterrence: Pentagon chief’s remarks
The United States is ready to conduct military operations in the Western Hemisphere if they are necessary to promote US interests, Pete Hegseth said
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Ukraine’s army tried to bolster defense of Korchakovka with anti-retreat squads — source
Control of Korchakovka pushes the enemy away from the borders of the Sudzha district of Russia’s borderline Kursk Region and expands the security zone in the Sumy Region
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Russia formed precisely as union of peoples — Putin
According to the Russian president, it is a historical fact
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Iran divides countries into three categories based on use of Strait of Hormuz — TV
According to the TV channel, all states are divided into three categories — "hostile," "neutral," and "friendly"
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