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Ukrainian drone shot down over Bryansk Region — defense ministry
No casualties or damage were reported
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Lavrov suggests that Europe buy Ukrainian grain excesses, send it to Africa
In his words, Ukrainian grain is "being supplied to European countries in abundance," but many of them don’t want to buy it, because "they have their own farmers and don’t want them to go bust due to competition"
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Lavrov slams US threats to countries that cooperate with Russia
Russian Foreign Minister denied claims that the Russian delegation to the UN General Assembly found itself isolated
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Russia says its forces struck Ukrainian troops near Rabotino
According to the Russian Ministry of Defense, Russian military personnel destroyed up to 35 enemy fighters
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Fire at Black Sea Fleet headquarters in Sevastopol localized
Sevastopol Governor Mikhail Razvozhayev сalled on the city residents to refrain from using their personal cars in the city’s center
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Hainan authorities issue yuan bonds worth $695 mln in Hong Kong
The maturities of these securities are two, three and five years
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Debris from downed rocket fall on northern part of Sevastopol Bay — governor
According to preliminary information, air defenses were activated in Sevastopol
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Russia says its air defenses shot down Ukrainian Mi-8 helicopter in DPR
The Russian Ministry of Defense said that three HARM anti-radar missiles and eight enemy HIMARS multiple launch rocket systems were also intercepted
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Russia alarmed by West's escalation of military hysteria over Korea - Lavrov
On the Korean Peninsula he strategic potential of the US is accumulating, Russian Foreign Minister said
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Russia says its forces improved their tactical position near Vesyoloye in Donetsk area
According to the Russian Ministry of Defense, the Russian military repelled four attacks by the Ukrainian Armed Forces in 24 hours near Vesely, Krasnogorovka, Marinka, and Khimik
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Riyadh won’t be tempted to seek nuclear weapons since Tehran does not have them - Lavrov
The Saudi crown prince noted in an interview that Riyadh was "concerned if any country getting a nuclear weapon: that's a bad move"
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Every Russian has opportunity to freely express will at elections — Putin
The president thanked Russian election officials for the well-calibrated organization of the electoral process
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France recalls its ambassador to Niger — Macron
France also evacuate the embassy’s entire personnel
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Russia says its forces destroyed fuel depot, mortar in Kherson area over past day
In the island zone, the position of one of the units of the Ukrainian Armed Forces was eliminated, a representative of the operational services of the region reported
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Press review: UNSC shakeup on US radar and Russia, China crystallize into 'big two'
Top stories from the Russian press on Tuesday, Spetember 19th
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Russia says its forces struck Ukrainian personnel in Kupyansk area
According to the Russian Ministry of Defense, “more than 20 Ukrainian military personnel, two cars, an Akatsiya self-propelled artillery mount, a Polish-made Krab self-propelled artillery mount, as well as a field ammunition depot near the village of Berestovoe, Kharkov region, were destroyed”
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US wants to create military base on territory contested by Venezuela, Guyana — minister
"We denounce that the government of the United States of America intends to militarize the situation," Venezuelan Foreign Minister Yvan Gil Pinto said
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Biden promises Zelensky small batch of ATACMS missiles
No details as to when the decision would be announced officially or the dates of deliveries were mentioned
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Top Hungarian diplomat expects conditions for peace in Ukraine to get worse
Peter Szijjarto believes that the time has come to resolve the conflict
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Kiev troops fire 86 munitions, including HARM missiles, towards DPR in past day
In the Donetsk area, the adversary conducted 20 shelling attacks using AGM-88 HARM missiles and 155mm artillery shells, the DPR mission to the Joint Center for Control and Coordination of issues related to Ukrainian war crimes said
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Nagorno-Karabakh readies evacuation of some people to Armenia
According to the 24News portal, mediation in this process is carried out by Russian peacekeepers
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Goal of inflicting strategic defeat on Russia ‘blurs eyes’ of Western politicians — Lavrov
The Russian top diplomat recalled that Russia’s proposals on mutual security guarantees for Europe without changing Ukraine’s non-aligned status "were arrogantly turned down" back in 2021
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Russian peacekeepers escort motor convoys with Karabakh residents leaving for Armenia
According to Russian defense ministry, as many as 311 civilians, including 102 children, were evacuated
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West unleashes genocide on Russian speakers in Ukraine — top security official
Nikolay Patrushev also pointed out that huge sums of money are flowing into the pockets of the Kiev regime, which "in order to please the Americans, exterminates the Ukrainian people by any means"
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Putin praises Russia’s electoral system as ‘one of the best in the world’
Putin emphasized that It is the people who are the source of power in Russia and define its national development path
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Iran determined to resume nuclear deal – MFA
According to the Minister of Foreign Affairs of the Republic, Hossein Amir Abdollahian, the exchange of messages with the United States continues
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Ukraine loses 1,455 soldiers in Donetsk direction in past week — Russian top brass
In this direction, Ukrainian troops also lost 16 tanks and other armored combat vehicles, as well as 25 cars, 15 field guns and two MLRS vehicles
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Iraqi PM planning to visit Moscow in coming weeks — Iraq’s Foreign Ministry
Earlier Iraqi Foreign Minister Fuad Hussein said that the Iraqi side is working to complete the necessary arrangements for a visit by Prime Minister Mohammed Shia’ Al Sudani to Moscow
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Russia demands that West lift its sanctions on Cuba, Venezuela, Syria — Lavrov
Lavrov emphasized that the West’s policy of imposing unilateral coercive measures constitutes a clear violation of the principle of sovereign equality of states
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Yevgeny Balitsky elected as Zaporozhye Region’s governor
It is a great honor and big trust, he said
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Lavrov describes Western world as "empire of lies" that fails to fulfill its commitments
"The Americans and the Europeans, who are used to looking down their noses at the rest of the world, are eager to make promises and undertake commitments, including written and legally binding ones, but are reluctant to fulfill them," Lavrov said
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IN BRIEF: Talks on Ukraine without ceasefire and ‘empire of lies’: what Lavrov told UN
"A new world order is being born right before our very eyes," Russian Foreign Minister said
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Minsk supports idea to add more Asian, African, Latin American nations to Security Council
Belarusian Foreign Minister Sergey Aleynik said that with three of the five permanent members representing the West, the Council currently does not reflect the present-day political realities
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Mirage, F-16 jets unable to challenge Russian fighters — senior legislator
Andrey Kartapolov also remarked that the US F-16 fighter was quite difficult in terms of repairs and maintenance
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Russian air defense forces destroy 257 Ukrainian drones in past week — top brass
Also they intercepted 46 HIMARS rockets, nine Storm Shadow cruise missiles, two JDAM air bombs and three HARM anti-radar missiles
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Russia says its forces repelled 2 Ukrainian attacks near Serebryansky Forest over past day
According to the department, the enemy lost over 50 troops
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Hainan’s administrative center set to stimulate tourism with rich cultural program
Haikou Daily reports that the city authorities are striving to create new quality tourism products, which will contribute to the dynamic development of the regional consumption sphere
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Russia says its forces struck Ukrainian troops, military equipment in 109 areas
According to the Ministry of Defense of the Russian Federation, the Russian Armed Forces, among other things, defeated the command and observation post of the 126th Terrestrial Defense Brigade in the Kherson region and the communications center of the 77th Airmobile Brigade of the Armed Forces of Ukraine in the Donetsk People's Republic
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Russia to hit back hard if Ukraine attacks Crimea — diplomat
"I would like to remind all Kiev extremists that the Crimea chapter was closed when its residents made their choice back in 2014, knowing what awaited them, that they would be 'smoked out' as Danilov put it, in different ways over all these years, economically, socially, in the humanitarian sense, based precisely on this nationalistic logic," Maria Zakharova noted
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Lavrov describes US plans to make Monroe Doctrine global as highly dangerous
The plan is not only delusive but also dangerous but the fact cannot stop the authors of the new edition of Pax Americana, Russian Foreign Minister said
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Russia destroys part of Western cruise missiles, depleted uranium rounds donated to Kiev
According to Russian Defense Ministry, Russian forces delivered 12 combined strikes on facilities for the repair of Ukrainian aircraft
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Pashinyan sees potential for Armenians to flee their homes in Nagorno-Karabakh
The Prime Minister of the Republic noted Yerevan’s readiness to accept all compatriots
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Karabakh armed groups turn in over 800 guns — Russian defense ministry
"As of September 23, the following items have been turned in: six armored vehicles; over 800 guns, anti-tank weapons and MANPADS; around 22,000 units of ammunition," the document says
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Russia says its aircraft smashed 3 Ukrainian ammunition depots, drone control post
The military attacked 23 enemy districts in the Donetsk direction, said the head of the press center of the "South" group, Georgy Minesashvili
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Venezuela supports Colombia’s proposal to hold conference on Ukraine — foreign minister
"We call for addressing these issues in a balanced and cautious manner, reducing tensions, and promoting confidence-building measures," Yvan Gil Pinto said
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Russia to compensate Africa-bound deliveries under grain deal in excess — Lavrov
"Only three percent of grain was delivered to poor countries that are on the World Food Programme’s list," Lavrov said
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Lavrov asks UN chief to substantiate his claims about Ukrainian children being ‘abducted’
"No response has been given to me yet, but I still asked him to answer this question, because it is a serious issue," Russian Foreign Minister said
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Kiev troops lost lots of military vehicles in Rabotino district — The Washington Post
According to the Ukrainian officer, German-made Marder armored vehicles and US-made Stryker armored personnel carriers were among them
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Kiev regime redeploys 10,000 troops to Rabotino in Zaporozhye area — politician
According to Vladimir Rogov's assessment, reinforcing the Ukrainian grouping in this area may be a sign of preparations for active combat
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Russia was deceived about all guarantees for grain deal - Lavrov
Russian Foreign Minister pointed out that the grain corridors had been used for attacks on Russian ships
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Lavrov warns at UNGA it’s in line with global interests to avoid sliding into all-out war
Russian Foreign Minister recalled that UN Secretary General Antonio Guterres called earlier for holding "a summit of the future" in 2024
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Donetsk People’s Republic introduces curfew from 11 pm. to 4 a.m. on weekdays
According to the relevant decree, restrictions do not apply to officials and employees of organizations, the suspension of whose activities could harm citizens, enterprises, organizations, society and the state
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Growing US’ competition with Russia, China, marks end of previous world order — Blinken
"What we are experiencing now is more than a test of the post-Cold War order. It’s the end of it," the US secretary of state went on to say
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Ukraine virtually cancels counteroffensive due to heavy losses — Hersh
According to the journalist, the source told him that Ukrainian troops would have mutinied if they had been ordered to continue the offensive
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Russian forces destroy Western-made weapons in Kherson area
The Ministry of Defense reported that Russian troops used high-precision ammunition to inflict as much damage as possible to armored vehicles and enemy troops
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Russia says its Ka-52, Mi-28 helicopters took out some Ukrainian troops in Zaporozhye area
In total, up to 30 people were found and eliminated, the Russian Ministry of Defense reported
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Russia says its forces destroyed ammunition depot in Kherson area
According to the Russian Ministry of Defense, the enemy also lost the M777 artillery system
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Russian forces repel eight Ukrainian attacks near Rabotino, Verbovoye in past week
In battles in the Zaporozhye area, more than 515 Ukrainian soldiers, 24 armored combat vehicles and 19 cars were wiped out
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Mark Milley warned Kiev against using US-made weapons after attack on Kremlin – report
The head of the US Joint Chiefs of Staff, according to his press secretary Colonel David Butler, sought to “avoid conflict between the great powers”
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Security organizations, where Armenia is member, are ineffective, Pashinyan says
According to the Prime Minister of the Republic, such a conclusion can be drawn from the attacks undertaken by Azerbaijan in recent years
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Haikou starts issuing work permits and visas to foreigners on same day
The documents can now be obtained at he Haikou Foreigners Comprehensive Service Window at the same time
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Hainan presents new yuan-denominated bonds issue worth $695 mln in Hong Kong
According to Hainan Daily, the presentation of the bonds was successful
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Strike on Sevastopol delivered with Storm Shadow missiles — TV
According to the Russian Ministry of Defense, five missiles were shot down by the air defense system
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One civilian killed, 13 wounded in Tokmak as result of Ukraine’s strike
Three of those wounded are children
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Volunteers from Turkey join Zaporozhye Region’s Sudoplatov battalion
When asked about the potential reaction of Turkish authorities, another volunteer, code name 'Laz' noted that Turkey and Russia have good relations, so he believes that Ankara will take this decision "well"
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Lavrov sees chance for "true democratization" of global affairs
"This is a source of optimism for all those who believe in the rule of the international law and want the United Nations to regain its role of the central coordinating body in the global politics," he said
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Saldo elected governor of Kherson Region
Another two nominees were running for the post, namely Ivan Shumakov and Igor Shepelin
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Gold jewelry maker ZiJin OG opens its first blockchain store in Hainan
According to Lun Tao, chief inspector of ZiJin OG, the main advantage of blockchain technology is that the buyer can verify that the material used to make the item being purchased has never been used by anyone before
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Eight people suspected of plotting armed seizure of power detained in Armenia
Their names are not mentioned
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Egypt plans to be active member of BRICS — foreign minister
According to the Egyptian Foreign Minister Sameh Shoukry, "it is time to stop the monopoly of the big powers to make decisions, as they do not take into account the interests of developing countries."
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Tornado-S MLRS achieves 100% accuracy with advanced munitions — Defense Ministry
The Tornado-S has inherited all the very best features of its predecessor, such as reliability and cross-country capacity, the ministry said
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IN BRIEF: What is known about missile attack on Black Sea Fleet headquarters in Sevastopol
The city’s residents are strongly advised not to visit downtown Sevastopol, where firefighting efforts continue
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Russia tells UN chief why his grain deal proposals ‘won't work’ - Lavrov
The grain deal expired on July 17, 2023
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Baku promises amnesty to Karabakh fighters who lay down arms
Hikmet Hajiyev pledged that Baku would respect the rights of Karabakh’s Armenian population, making this a part of the reintegration process
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Russia to not push Zelensky to lift ban on talks with Moscow - Lavrov
Zelensky's formula is absolutely unworkable, Russian Foreign Minister said
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Russia ready for talks on Ukraine, but without ceasefire - Lavrov
Moscow has already been deceived once, Russian Foreign Minister said
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Putin thanks election officials for brave, decisive work in Russia’s new regions
"I would like to separately thank you for your great help and support in creating electoral commissions of the Donetsk and Lugansk people’s republics, the Zaporozhye and Kherson regions," he said
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Protesters gather on Yerevan’s central aquare
They demand the resignation of Armenian Prime Minister Nikol Pashinyan
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Two Ukrainian drones shot down over Belgorod, Kursk Regions – defense ministry
The department reported that air defense systems on duty stopped Kyiv’s attempt to carry out a terrorist attack
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Western sanctions aimed virtually against all other nations — top Belarusian diplomat
He added that Western countries have been imposing their unilateral sanctions in violation of the UN Charter
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Donetsk People’s Republic imposes military censorship on mail, phone conversations
The corresponding decree was signed on September 18
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Russia expects conclusions to be drawn from European security crisis - Lavrov
Russian Foreign Minister Sergey Lavrov said about it at a press conference on the sidelines of the 78th session of the United Nations General Assembly
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Poland ready to ensure transit of Ukrainian grain to poorest countries – President Duda
Andrzej Duda noted that the government’s decision to maintain the ban on the sale of Ukrainian grain on the domestic market is correct
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Lavrov calls on US to abandon attempts to contain redistribution of voting quotas at IMF
There is a need to reform the existing architecture of global management as it no longer meets the demands of the times, he said
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US doing everything to prevent Palestinians from obtaining their own state - Lavrov
Russia calls on all responsible countries to join forces to create conditions for the resumption of direct talks between Palestine and Israel
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Russia says forces hit two Ukrainian Leopard tanks in Kupyansk area
According to the Russian Ministry of Defense, the enemy also lost two 152-mm towed howitzers 2A65 "Msta-B"
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Niger closes its airspace for French aircraft — agency
According to ASECNA, Niger’s airspace is open for all internal and international commercial flights
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Russian fighters down four Ukrainian warplanes in past week — Russia’s top brass
Also, a Ukrainian MiG-29 fighter jet was eliminated by Russian combat drones at Dolgintsevo Airfield outside Dnepr
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Russia says Ukraine lost up to 110 servicemen in south Donetsk area over past day
According to the Russian Ministry of Defense, the Russian Armed Forces also destroyed two enemy armored combat vehicles, three cars and two D-20 guns
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Russian government approves list of unfriendly countries and territories
The countries and territories mentioned in the list imposed or joined the sanctions against Russia after the start of a special military operation of the Russian Armed Forces in Ukraine
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Kiev not discussing any Plan B for receiving fewer US weapons — top security official
Alexey Danilov also expressed his concern about the lack of consensus in the West about the future of Ukraine
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UN chief admits that his grain initiative does not include removal of sanctions — Lavrov
"He himself described his proposals as aimed not at securing some sort of an exemption from sanctions, but at finding a way of somehow not to violate them, to find some sort of a path," Russian Foreign Minister said
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Russia maintains informal communication with unfriendly countries, envoy to UN says
Vasily Nebenzya emphasized that some countries in Europe followed Brussels’ order not to maintain relations with Russia
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US presidential candidate DeSantis opposes NATO membership for Ukraine
The governor of Florida also said the US should give a "blank cheque" to Ukraine unless that brings the conflict to an end
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Russia to retaliate immediately if Kiev gets ATACMS missiles — diplomat
Konstantin Gavrilov also noted that the "manic efforts" of some Western OSCE member countries to isolate Russia "are futile and will backfire on their initiators"
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PREVIEW: Russian prime minister to visit Kazakhstan, participate in Innoprom fair
According to the Russian government’s press service, the minister will address the event’s plenary session, titled Industrial Strategies of the Modern Time
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Armenia has powerful pro-Western lobby seeking to undermine Russia — Lavrov
The Russian top diplomat pointed out that Russia’s influence in the region "is growing"
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Hainan authorities may launch direct flights between Moscow and Sanya
Local hotels are putting up signs and markers in Russian and are preparing their staff to receive Russian-speaking tourists
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Russia’s Aerospace Force obtains another A-50U early warning and control aircraft
The plane boasts new electronics with greater performance parameters and speed, which allows to increase the capabilities of functional software
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Ratification of Rome Statute to help Armenia bolster external security – Pashinyan
The head of the Armenian government previously noted that his country intends to appeal to the International Criminal Court to bring Azerbaijan to justice, in particular in connection with the September 2022 events and other episodes
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West getting ‘sick and tired’ of Zelensky’s speeches — adviser to Ukraine’s ex-president
Oleg Soskin added that as for Ukrainian President’s visits, all he is bringing from them are only applause and cheers, which was the case with his latest trip to the United States
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