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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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Medvedev bashes US general’s idiotic remarks about Kaliningrad’s air defenses
The Russian PM commented on media reports citing the commander of the US Air Forces in Europe on Pentagon's plans to ‘crack’ the air defenses in the Kaliningrad Region in case of Russia's aggression
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At least 25 law enforcement officers killed by rioters in Iran
Between January 3 and 9, Iranian authorities reported the deaths of more than 10 security personnel, including the Esfarayen city prosecutor
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North Korea’s military presence at May 9 parade shows Moscow-Pyongyang close bond — expert
Russian military expert Alexander Stepanov noted that real military cooperation with the Korean People’s Army and the Democratic People’s Republic of Korea that has been implemented in practice is especially significant
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Putin's envoy reminds Kallas no defense system can stop Oreshnik
This is how Kirill Dmitriev commented on Kaja Kallas's statement about the Russian strike with the Oreshnik missile
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Trump plans to meet with Venezuelan delegates soon
US President Donald Trump did not elaborate on who exactly he was planning to talk to
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Trump issues executive order to protect Venezuelan oil revenues from legal action
The proceeds from oil sales are sovereign property of the Venezuelan government held in custody in the United States, according to the document
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NATO spies study damage from Oreshnik at Yuzhmash — expert
Alexander Stepanov emphasized that both Kiev and its Western allies are closely scrutinizing the consequences of the strike on the plant
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Russia grateful to US for decision to release two Russians from Marinera crew — diplomat
According to Zakharova, the Russian side is urgently addressing issues related to the return of its freed citizens to their homeland
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At least 59 Ukrainian drones downed over Russian regions overnight
11 of them were destroyed over the Black Sea waters
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Russian Cabinet sets export duties for fertilizers from September 1
The draft decree from the Cabinet is posted on the federal website of draft regulations
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High time for Europe to talk to Russia — Italian PM
However, she believes that the conditions for Russia's return to the G7 have not yet been met
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Ukraine, US to sign $800-bln post-conflict reconstruction deal in Davos
The loan will be provided within a decade
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US striking Islamic State in Syria — Fox News
For the second time since December 19, 2025, the US military is launching airstrikes against the Islamic State in Syria in retaliation for the killing of two National Guard soldiers and a translator, the presenter said on air
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Paris declaration on Ukraine brings world closer to third world war — Ukrainian politician
This declaration, in his words, "means that there will be no peace and the conflict will never end"
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No existing missile defense system can counter Oreshnik — US expert
Theodore Postol also vehemently rejected suggestions that the Oreshnik system represents previous outdated developments of Moscow
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NATO is 'now done' — Tucker Carlson on Greenland
According to him, "the whole illusion has shattered in the past four days"
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Russia’s Consulate General slams banning frigate Shtandart from entering Scottish harbor
It noted that "although the Shtandart does not belong to the Russian Federation, she is a replica of the Russian frigate built in 1703 by Peter the Great"
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Iranian police report stabilization following armed unrest
An official spokesperson for the Islamic Republic’s police Saeed Montazer al-Mahdi emphasized that "the situation in various cities across the country is calm"
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Press review: Zelensky peace plan is no-go for Russia and Trump puts on peacemaker hat
Top stories from the Russian press on Thursday, December 25th
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Lukashenko says there was collusion, betrayal in situation with Maduro's capture
The Belarusian leader also called for caution amid the events in the Bolivarian Republic
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Russian paratroopers destroy Ukrainian tanks, self-propelled gun by drones
"Crews of reconnaissance drones of Russian paratroopers discovered two tanks and a concealed self-propelled gun firing from covered positions against peaceful settlements on the left bank of the Dnieper River in the Kherson Region," the Russian Ministry of Defense said
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President Putin congratulates Russians with Orthodox Christmas holiday
This year, Russian President Putin attended an overnight Orthodox Christmas service at the Church of the Great Martyr George the Victorious in the Moscow Region
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Greenland party leaders call on US to stop disrespecting island
The authors note that Greenland is a democracy and wishes to continue cooperation with both the United States and Western countries
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Russian envoy summoned to Moldova’s Foreign Ministry over referendums
It was added that Moldova will not recognize the results of the plebiscite and "resolutely condemns" the annexation of new regions to Russia
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Macron voices his plans to hold conversation with Putin as soon as possible
Marcon was answering a question from the channel's journalist, who recalled the French president’s recent statement that it would be useful to talk with Putin and inquired about any progress in this regard
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Trump's portrait now on display at National Portrait Gallery in Washington
The black-and-white image depicts the US president standing in the Oval Office, leaning on a desk with both hands
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NATO may bolster presence in the Arctic to avert US-Denmark conflict
According to the newspaper, NATO ambassadors proposed increasing defense spending in the Arctic, deploying additional military equipment, and stepping up military exercises to show Donald Trump that the region is sufficiently secure
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Russian Armed Forces liberate five settlements over week — top brass
The battlegroup East continued to advance deep into enemy defenses
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Damascus regards Kurdish drone strikes on Aleppo as terrorist attacks — MFA
"The Syrian Arab Republic calls on the international community to condemn these terrorist acts and support the efforts of the Syrian state in the fight against terrorism and in strengthening security and stability," the Foreign Ministry of the Syrian transitional government said
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Danish PM shocked by Trump's, his administration's statements about Greenland — NYT
Trump has repeatedly stated the need for Greenland to join the United States
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DPR leader hails referendum results as national victory
"We have been fighting for the right to join Russia, to come back home, to be with our real Motherland for more than 3,000 days. This is our national victory," Denis Pushilin said in a video address
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Vatican urges US to avoid military ops against Venezuela — media
According to the publication, Parolin told Burch that Maduro could receive asylum in Russia
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Situation in Venezuela stable, authorities maintaining order — Russian envoy
"The authorities confidently control public order," Sergey Melik-Bagdasarov added
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Polish court to consider extending detention of archaeologist Butyagin on January 12
According to the post, Butyagin has been unable to properly prepare his defense because some of the case materials have not yet been translated from Ukrainian
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Press review: Ukraine mulls elections and Trump plans laser fleet as gold prices soar
Top stories from the Russian press on Wednesday, December 24th
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US wants to have Greenland, will get it anyway — Trump
The US President believes that if Washington does not own the island, Russia or China will take it over
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Ukrainian attacks Belgorod Region with nearly 50 UAVs, 18 munitions over past day
In addition, the Ukrainian military targeted the Valuysky, Volokonovsky, and Grayvoronsky districts with 12 drones, leaving five people injured
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Figure skaters Efimova, Mitrofanov win US pairs championship
Efimova is currently awaiting approval of an American passport, which will prevent the pair from competing at the upcoming Olympic Games in Italy
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Use of phones is cause of tragedy in Makeyevka — Russian Defense Ministry
A commission investigating circumstances of the incident is working and required measures are being taken to exclude such tragedies in the future
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Trump does not intend to pardon Maduro — NYT
The US President also made it clear that he has "no intention of pardoning" the other individuals
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Death toll from Kurdish shelling of Aleppo since Jan. 6 up to 23 — SANA
At least 104 people weere injured, according to the report
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Finnish politician reveals Helsinki's secret plans to deploy nuclear weapons
According to him, some people in Finland feel like the country is at war with Russia
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Oreshnik’s launch is sudden, undetectable by satellites — analyst
The range of the Oreshnik system is up to 5,500 kilometers
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Nuclear powers UK, France risk provoking war with Russia — Szijjarto
"War fanaticism is rampant among Europe’s political leaders," the minister said
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Early return of Crew-11 from ISS planned no earlier than January 14 — NASA
In this case, astronauts Zena Cardman, Mike Fincke, Kimiya Yui and cosmonaut Oleg Platonov will splash down off the coast of California on January 15
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Venezuelan authorities declare constancy of foreign policy — Russian envoy
"Venezuelans, in their contacts with us, confirmed their commitment to adhering to the provisions of this document and, in general, to the spirit and principles of our partnership," Sergey Melik-Bagdasarov said
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Turkey starts accepting 1st batch of Russian S-400 air defense systems — source
The process may take two months
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Russian air defenses take down drone heading to Moscow — mayor
First responders are working at the area where fragments have fallen, the Russian capital’s Mayor Sergey Sobyanin said
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Russia opposes any Western military contingent in Ukraine — Medvedev
It’s been said a thousand times: Russia won’t accept any European or NATO troops in Ukraine, Medvedev wrote on X in English.
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Trump says Venezuelan authorities aided in detaining new tanker
Earlier on Friday, the US Southern Command confirmed the seizure of the oil tanker Olina
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"Coalition of the Willing" won’t send troops to Ukraine, French politician says
Russia opposes the presence of NATO troops in Ukraine
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Russia-EU economic relations unlikely to recover even within decade — economist
According to the economist, the Russian economy and budget system have already adapted to the severing of old ties
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US to redirect military resources from Europe to Indo-Pacific — Finnish president
European NATO countries hope that Washington will leave "key military equipment," including radars, on the continent
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Kaliningrad Region is well protected from US air attacks — top brass
The Russian Defense Ministry also said that the Pentagon had reasons to be concerned that the delivery of the Russian-made S-400 systems to Turkey might tarnish the image of the F-35 stealth aircraft
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European Commission considers Oreshnik's strike on Ukraine warning to EU, US — spokeswoman
Brussels intends to continue providing military assistance to Ukraine
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No one knows what will happen to Cuba after US operation in Venezuela — Trump
The US leader also added that unlike Venezuela, Cuba does not have its own oil and other energy sources
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EU doesn’t recognize legitimacy of Venezuelan interim president — European Commission
The authorities in Venezuela derived their mandate from an electoral process that failed to respect the will of the people for democratic change
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No key rate lowering discussed — Bank of Russia
Rate reduction can only be expected "after we will be confident that inflation is declining consistently, steadily, and with the pace enabling us to return inflation to 4% in 2026"
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Russian says warning systems failed during US strikes on Caracas
According to Ivan Pavlov, there is still silence on television
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At least 200 rebel leaders detained in Iran — Tasnim
During the operations, a large quantity of weapons, ammunition, grenades, and Molotov cocktails were seized from the hiding places of the pogromists, the agency said
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Lavrov urges to raise voice to shield Christians from persecution in the Middle East
According to Russian Foreign Minister, the Foreign Ministry and the Russian Orthodox Church have many joint projects
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Press review: Russia may revise Ukraine talks post attack and China launches Taiwan drills
Top stories from the Russian press on Tuesday, December 30th
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Medvedev considers use of Russian flag by Marinera to be inappropriate
He emphasized that the seizure of the tanker by the Americans was "a clear violation of the 1982 UN Convention on the Law of the Sea"
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Sheremetyevo Airport stabilizes operation after restrictions
Passengers on arriving flights are receiving their baggage in full
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Avangard hypersonic missiles replace Rubezh ICBMs in Russia’s armament plan through 2027
Russia’s Avangard strategic silo-based hypersonic missile complex has been included in the state armament plan through 2027 instead of Rubezh intercontinental ballistic missiles
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Ukraine loses around 1,090 troops across special op zone over past day — top brass
In the responsibility zone of the Battlegroup North, the Ukrainian military lost more than 130 soldiers and three cars
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Russia to use remote e-voting system in presidential election for first time
To vote on the remote electronic voting system, a voter must submit an application during a period that begins 45 days before election day and ends three days before the election (from January 29 to March 11)
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Finland withdraws from convention banning anti-personnel landmines — media
Estonia, Latvia, Lithuania, and Poland have also announced their withdrawal from the convention earlier
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What Solzhenitsyn said about Putin, and vice versa
The prominent writer and historian, who was exiled to GULAG camp, was born on December 11, 1918
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Russian forces eliminated 147 French mercenaries in Ukraine, Defense Ministry says
Overall, the Russian forces eliminated 5,962 foreign mercenaries, most of them from Poland
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Kim Jong Un pledges to continue Russia-North Korea cooperation in his letter to Putin
The North Korean leader emphasized that he is ready to always stand for Russia
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Iran accuses Israel, US of organizing protests in country
The work of law enforcement agencies in the country is aimed at preventing such threats
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Iranian authorities accuse external forces of turning peaceful protests into unrest
"Hands stained with blood of more than a thousand Iranians killed in the 12-day war" with Israel are visible in those riots, Hadi Tahan Nazif, spokesperson of Iran's Guardian Council, said
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Russia maintains global leadership in Pacific salmon production
Russia is fully supplied with red fish and caviar, the agency added
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Russian armed forces destroy Ukrainian forces’ equipment near Kupyansk — Defense Ministry
The ministry noted that specialists from the unmanned systems troops have reduced the reconnaissance-to-strike cycle to a minimum
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Trump plans to turn Greenland into militarized zone — expert
"Danish politicians have already said in a statement that they have sent a message to Trump, in which they offered to shake hands on a security deal, in fact, on the placement of American weapons," Alexander Mikhailov said
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US wants Russia, China to stay away from Greenland — Trump
Donald Trump also expects Caracas to become its ally in the future
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Russian forces launch Oreshnik strike in response to Kiev's attack on Putin's residence
According to the ministry, "the strike goals were achieved"
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Federation Council OKs ratification of Russia-Venezuela strategic partnership agreement
The agreement expands interaction and cooperation between the two countries in political and economic spheres, including energy, mining, transportation, communications, as well as in security and in countering terrorism and extremism
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Russia’s Progress MS-30 resupply hip to deliver new Orlan spacesuit to orbital outpost
Currently, Russian cosmonauts use Orlan-ISS No. 4 and Orlan-ISS No. 5 spacesuits for extravehicular activity outside the space station
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UN Security Council schedules Ukraine-themed meeting for January 12
The meeting will take place at 3:00 p.m. local time
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European leaders lack expertise to make proper assessment of Ukraine crisis — Swiss MP
According to Mettan, today’s European leaders did not experience World War II and came of age only at the end of the Cold War
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Over 2,000 Belarusian servicemen take part in dealing with consequences of snowfall
The ministry noted that military personnel will continue assisting with recovery efforts for as long as necessary
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Hungary considers Ukraine's 20-point 'peace plan' unrealistic — Orban’s office
Gulyas warned that Budapest would not take part in implementing plans agreed upon by Kiev and Brussels under these conditions
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Russia calls on US to cease illegal activities against Marinera — MFA
The United States is required to ensure humane and dignified treatment of Russian citizens and not create obstacles to their speedy return to their homeland
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Over $300 bln paid for Russian gas stolen by West from Russia - Lavrov
Russian Foreign Minister stressed that Russia has decided to switch to rubles in payments for its gas in order to stop "the shameless robbery" by the West
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US officials have held preliminary discussions on possible strike on Iran — WSJ
The negotiations are in their early stages and are a standard part of any planning process, according to sources, according to the report
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Tehran rioters burn down 25 mosques, harm 26 banks, three medical centers — mayor
According to him, rioters harmed ten government buildings, 48 fire trucks, 42 buses and ambulances, as well as 24 apartments
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Aeroflot to restore its Sheremetyevo flight schedule by 8 a.m. on January 11
Starting at 6:00 p.m. Moscow time (3:00 p.m. GMT) on January 10, Aeroflot plans to operate flights to and from Sheremetyevo Airport as scheduled, excluding flight cancellations for Saturday
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US government mulls holding nuclear test, but has no clear plan yet — energy secretary
Chris Wright also stressed that the US nuclear arsenal has to be meaningfully better than all of its foes in the world
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Finnish politician backs Italian PM's stance on dialogue with Russia
Meloni earlier stated that the time had come for Europe to begin talks with Russia and voiced support for appointing a special representative for Ukraine
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North Korea accuses South of violating its airspace
The incident occurred on January 4, when North Korean air defenses detected and tracked an aerial target that crossed the border from the South
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Tehran condemns US attempts to intervene in Iran’s domestic affairs — envoy to UN
Amir Saeid Iravani emphasized that the United States is interfering in Iran’s internal affairs through the encouragement of instability and violence
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Russian cancer vaccine ready for use — FMBA head
The initial target for this vaccine will be colorectal cancer
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Europe has no strategy to prevent possible takeover of Greenland by US — FT
European leadership circles are considering retaliatory measures, including closing US military bases or banning the purchase of US Treasury bonds
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EU preparing for possible direct confrontation with Trump — newspaper
European governments now understand the seriousness of Trump's threats and are "desperately looking for a plan to stop him"
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NATO stockpiles nukes near Russia's borders, preparing for offensive actions — expert
According to Alexander Stepanov, at the initial stage, it is possible that B61 thermonuclear bombs, which are currently deployed in Belgium and the Netherlands, will be shifted to Russia's borders
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Germany’s oil imports from Russia down 99.9% in January — statistics
The EU’s embargo on seaborne supplies of Russian oil became effective on December 5 of the last year
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Air defenses down 33 Ukrainian drones over Russian regions in seven hours
On-duty air defenses intercepted and destroyed 33 Ukrainian unmanned aerial vehicles between 9 a.m. and 4:00 p.m. Moscow time (6 a.m. - 1:00 p.m. GMT)
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Damage to Qatari embassy in Kiev result of Ukrainian air defense failure — Russian MFA
There were no designated military objectives near the Qatari diplomatic mission, the ministry noted
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