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Bashneft privatization case
Russia’s Sistema objects as prosecutors demand state ownership for Bashneft oil company
Prosecutors think the state has the right to demand the oil company back as it was privatized without the state's permission
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Health Ministry says 20 injured in partial collapse of apartment building in Urals
The condition of those injured in the collapse is assessed as stable and serious
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Europe, US not interested in de-escalation in Middle East — Iranian president
According to Masoud Pezeshkian, the situation in the region has escalated dramatically because Israel doesn’t recognize "any international legal and humanitarian standards"
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25 missiles fired at Israel from Hezbollah position near UNIFIL posts in Lebanon — IDF
One of the attacks resulted in the deaths of two soldiers
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Technology opportunities of Russian agriculture to be strengthened — Putin
"To this end, we need to more broadly introduce domestic equipment and agricultural machinery, expand land reclamation, breeding, and genetics," the president said
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Georgian PM describes situation in Ukraine as disastrous
The posters, which were put up in the Georgian capital of Tbilisi and other cities, show destroyed homes, bridges, schools, churches and other buildings in Artyomovsk (called Bakhmut in Ukraine), Kharkov, Chernigov, Mariupol, Irpen and Donetsk
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Press review: Putin takes meetings in Kremlin and Russia's ace in the hole for peace talks
Top stories from the Russian press on Wednesday, October 9th
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Musk rejects charges of treason for not allowing Ukraine to activate Starlink near Crimea
"No matter what happens, I will fight for and die in America," Elon Musk said
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Ukrainian troops steal agricultural equipment from occupied territories of Kursk Region
Korenevsky district head Marina Degtyareva also said that she was aware of the shooting of civilians during the evacuation of settlements and many other crimes of the Ukrainian armed forces
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Four Israeli troops killed after Hezbollah drone strikes military base in north of Israel
Seven more sustained severe wounds
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Next generations of Ukrainians will have to repay EU 35 bln euro loan — Russian diplomat
Kirill Logvinov pointed out that "the maximum term for repayment of the EU loan will be 45 years"
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German Defense Ministry does not believe in Kiev’s counteroffensive capability
The ministry "does not believe that Ukraine will be able soon" to implement the counteroffensive, the Bild newspaper said
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Temporary security restrictions imposed at Kazan airport — Russian aviation authority
Temporary restrictions were imposed at Kazan Airport starting at 8:40 a.m. Moscow time
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Spanish researchers say Christopher Columbus may have been Sephardic Jew
DNA analysis showed that the remains kept in the Seville Cathedral did indeed belong to the navigator
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Gas cistern explodes at fueling station in Grozny, causing fire
At least four people, including two children were killed in the incident
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Press review: Moscow doesn't trust Bern to mediate on Ukraine and Lavrov heads to Laos
Top stories from the Russian press on Friday, October 11th
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IN BRIEF: Enemy losses and surrendering troops: situation in Russia’s Kursk Region
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Trump worries World War III could break out in coming months
The U.S. Republican presidential candidate again promised that if he wins the presidential election, he will be able to resolve the conflict in Ukraine, as well as "end the chaos in the Middle East"
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Putin relieves Russian Ambassador to US Antonov of his post — decree
The Russian diplomat returned to Moscow on October 6
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Russian forces hit Ukrainian energy facilities crucial for defense industry
Russian tactical aircraft, strike drones, missile forces and artillery units hit the energy infrastructure facilities ensuing the operation of the defense industry, as well as enemy troops and equipment in 146 areas
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Kazakhstan Stock Exchange announces withdrawal of Moscow Exchange from its shareholders
KASE relationship with MOEX "was based on a Strategic Cooperation Agreement signed by the exchanges on October 10, 2018, and related agreements," the press release said
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Serbia views BRICS membership as alternative to EU — deputy PM
The future lies in the values of entire humankind, Serbian Deputy Prime Minister said
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Major Middle East war is real, but it can be avoided — Russian Deputy Foreign Minister
"We call on all parties to exercise restraint," Sergey Ryabkov said
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Russian forces liberate DPR’s Mikhailovka — top brass
The Russian armed forces have hit the infrastructure of a Ukrainian military airfield and drone warehouses over the past 24 hours, the Defense Ministry added
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Finland concludes investigation into Russia's Torden for alleged war crimes in Ukraine
The National Bureau of Investigation specifies that the evidence gathered by criminal investigators will be handed over to prosecutors
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West should not tell Bishkek not to cooperate with Russia — president
Sadyr Japarov took part in a meeting of the CIS Council of Heads of State, which was held in Moscow on October 8
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Unsuccessful Ukrainian attacks and losses: what is known about situation in Kursk Region
The total losses of the enemy during the fighting in this area amounted to more than 22,600 troops
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Fertilizer producers propose tax deduction for ammonia — EuroChem
This issue has been discussed at a recent meeting on the fertilizer industry under guidance of Russian Deputy Prime Minister Nikolay Patrushev, Board Chairman Igor Nechaev said
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North Korea orders its artillery units near border with South Korea to prepare to shoot
The KCNA said that the North Korean military is also getting ready for a potential escalation with South Korea
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Hezbollah says its units hit Israeli Merkava tank in southern Lebanon
The incident occurred near the border village of Al-Quzah
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Moroccan runner wins 2024 Moscow Marathon
Thanks to this result, Nedelin became the winner of the BRICS Marathon League
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Ukraine loses over 22,600 troops since start of hostilities in Kursk area — top brass
In total, the enemy has also lost 157 tanks, 72 infantry fighting vehicles, 98 armored personnel carriers, 909 armored fighting vehicles, 619 vehicles, 186 artillery guns, 36 multiple rocket launchers, the Russian Defense Ministry said
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Ukrainian troops retreating, any talk about 1991 borders senseless — Ukrainian officer
Earlier, retired Colonel of the Ukrainian Security Service Oleg Starikov said that the Ukrainian army is faced up with a crisis in five areas, which may result in the penetration of the front
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Kim Jong Un’s sister threatens ‘horrible consequences’ to South Korea for drone flights
Kim Yo Jong also commented on the "abrupt change" of the position of the South Korean military
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Putin confirms that he looks forward to meeting with Erdogan in Kazan
According to Spokesman Dmitry Peskov, the Russian leader had a brief talk with the speaker of Turkey’s Grand National Assembly
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EU foreign ministers to discuss anti-Russian sanctions on Monday
Ministers will also discuss the issue of countering circumvention of sanctions against Russia
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IDF explains why its tank forced its way into UNIFIL post
According to the IDF, the Israeli military "maintained coordination with UNIFIL."
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IRGC confirms destruction of numerous Israeli F-35s in Iranian missile strike
It was earlier reported that more than 20 Israeli Air Force F-35 aircraft were hit during an IRGC missile strike on Israel
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Kim’s sister says warnings to Seoul are not mere rhetoric
"South Korean military bandits must refrain from flippant and reckless ventures", Kim Yo Jong said
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Russian Su-34 jet hits Ukrainian stronghold, infantry in Kursk Region with glide bombs
The strike was carried out by air bombs with the unified glide/adjustment module
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Russian, Iranian positions on international events very often close — Putin
The Russian leader noted that both countries "are actively working together on the international arena"
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Ukrainian forces start withdrawing troops from DPR’s Dzerzhynsk — security forces
The source added that the Ukrainian military was acting in accordance with the known practice of withdrawing troops in small groups
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TurkStream can help Europe if Kiev refuses to extend Russian gas transit — Szijjarto
This alternative route may help not only Hungary, but other countries of Central Europe, the Hungarian top diplomat noted
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No use training Ukrainian troops in France amid mass defections, expert says
Peer de Jong described the Ukrainian armed forces’ situation as a disaster
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Israel not to let Hezbollah return to southern Lebanon, defense minister pledges
"These are military targets containing underground tunnels and weapon storages" in Lebanese villages near the border with Israel, Israeli Defense Minister said
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Ramstein group meeting unlikely to be held soon — TV
The TV channel noted that German Chancellor Olaf Scholz has already announced another package of military aid to Kiev, which was supposed to be done at the group’s meeting
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SpaceX launches Starship prototype
The previous launch was carried out in June
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Russian drones capture footage of Ukrainian soldiers firing on retreating comrades
It is noted that despite heavy losses, the Ukrainian barrier troops continue to kill their own soldiers with friendly fire
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Zelensky says his 'victory plan' aims to strengthen Ukraine’s military might
The Ukrainian president also said that he plans to meet with the leaders of the UK, Germany, Italy and France in the upcoming days and present them with Ukraine’s "victory plan"
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NATO to begin annual Steadfast Noon nuclear exercise on October 14 — Rutte
Steadfast Noon drills are held annually with the participation of dozens of aircraft from both nuclear and non-nuclear NATO states for simulating tactical nuclear weapons strikes
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Number of those hurt in drone attack on northern Israel up to 67 — TV
No sirens sounded in this area before the attack
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US narrows down targets of response to Iran’s attack — media
The broadcaster added that US Secretary of Defense Lloyd Austin had held a phone call with his Israeli counterpart Yoav Gallant, with the parties discussing broad strokes about an Israeli response
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Jordan, Qatar, UAE, Saudi Arabia refuse to be involved in Israeli attack on Iran — WSJ
According to the officials, Tehran warned via secret diplomatic channels that countries will become targets for its strikes, if their territories or airspace are used for an attack on Iran
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Israel not to withdraw decision to declare UN Secretary General persona non grata — Katz
"An opinion poll indicated that 87% of the Israeli public supports this decision," Israeli foreign minister said
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German Chancellor turning a deaf ear to Ukrainian President’s requests — newspaper
The Bild newspaper’s source also said that the decision of US President Joe Biden to postpone the meeting on Ukraine in Ramstein because of the Milton hurricane was just an excuse
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Russia delivers 38 strikes at Ukrainian energy sites, military airfields over week
Russia’s Battlegroup South liberated three communities in the Donetsk People’s Republic over the week, the ministry reported
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US blocks UN Security Council’s attempts to achieve ceasefire in Gaza — Russian envoy
Vasily Nebenzya also pointed out that Israel and the US contribute to the escalation in the Middle Eastern region
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Ukraine facing severe internal turbulence — commander
Apty Alaudinov is also convinced that the special military operation will be completed by the end of the year
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Erdogan gives Putin vase for his birthday — Kremlin aide
The Russian president celebrated his 72nd birthday on October 7
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Germany’s military aid unable to save Kiev regime — senior Russian lawmaker
"All new German howitzers and tanks will be burnt on the battlefields of the special military operation, as Tigers (German tanks of World War II - TASS) were during the Great Patriotic War (the Eastern Front during WWII where the former Soviet Union fought against Nazi Germany - TASS)," Leonid Slutsky noted
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Russian boxer Beterbiev becomes absolute world champion in boxing
Beterbiev defeated his compatriot Dmitry Bivol in the 12-round bout
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Seoul doubts North Korea to 'start war'
It would be "suicidal" for Pyongyang, National Security Bureau Director Shin Won-sik said
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Over 7,000 people cross into Syria from Lebanon in past day — Russian military
During the day Russian aerospace forces delivered airstrikes on two places of the deployment of militants who left the al-Tanf area, which is controlled by the United States
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Mobilized Ukrainians mysteriously dying at recruitment centers — underground
Due to widespread public anger, many conscientious employees have left their jobs, only to be replaced by "total scumbags" with criminal records
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Russian farmers reliably provide country with foods — Putin
Over the past 10 years, agricultural output has increased by over 30%, the food industry has grown by over 40%, the president said
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Hamas militants blow up Israeli tank in northern Gaza — TV
Merkava Mk4 was blown up by a landmine west of the Jabalia refugee camp, Al Mayadeen reported
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Russian defense chief inspects Knyaz Vladimir strategic submarine
Belousov inspected the radio-electronic weapons unit and the missile pits with intercontinental ballistic missiles
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Opposition forces winning parliamentary elections in Lithuania
The ruling conservative party has 10.73% of the voted
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Russian military completes reconstruction of quay wall for Borei-class nuclear submarines
The ministry noted that the defense chief had inspected the Northern Fleet’s military and social infrastructure facilities
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Russian defense chief inspects Northern Fleet’s military, social infrastructure facilities
According to the ministry, the defense chief received a report about plans to build warehouses for rockets and missiles
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Potential fall of Krasnoarmeisk to deal heavy blow to Ukraine’s economy — media
According to the media outlet, Russia’s offensive in the area "threatens to finally topple the city of Pokrovsk - and that carries both military and economic risks."
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Harris’ insults towards Putin a quintessence of US international relations model — Kremlin
Apparently, the top US political establishment has absorbed this kind of political culture, Kremlin Spokesman Dmitry Peskov said
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Russia charges in absentia Ukrainian security chief with organizing terrorist act
Involvement of Vasily Malyuk in the terrorist act on the Crimean Bridge in 2023 is confirmed in particular by results of operational and search activities, law enforcement authorities said
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Russian missile cruiser Varyag enters Mediterranean Sea
The ship's crew continues to fulfill the mission it was given for the long-range voyage
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Kiev better accept that it will lose territories — Polish politician
"Currently, the Ukrainians are losing steam - the longer this war goes on, the worse the situation in Ukraine will be," Slawomir Mentzen stated
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Harris holds slim lead over Trump in latest poll
The survey was held from October 4 through 8 among more than 2,630 respondents nationwide
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Chinese military launches ‘Joint Sword-2024B’ drills near Taiwan — statement
Vessels and aircraft approached Island in close proximity
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Russia to rebuild everything destroyed in Donbass, Novorossiya — Putin
"Special words of gratitude go to the agricultural workers from the Zaporozhye and Kherson regions and Donbass, as well as the border regions of the Kursk, Belgorod, and Bryansk regions," the head of state said
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Defense contractor delivers batch of upgraded T-72B3M tanks to Russian troops
It is reported that the tank is equipped with a 1,000 hp V-92S2 high-power engine based on automatic powerplant and thermal control
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Some 14,000 missiles fired by Hezbollah at Israel since October 2023 — defense minister
Hezbollah has less than third of its arsenals of missiles and projectiles
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20 people injured after drone attack on northern Israel — TV
No sirens sounded in this area before the attack, the TV channel noted
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Daily death toll from Israeli airstrikes on Lebanon exceeds 50 — health ministry
The biggest number of casualties was reported from the Mount Lebanon governorate
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Ukrainian attempts to counterattack to put country into agony — commander
"With such last steps, Zelensky will put an end to the state of Ukraine in the form in which we knew it before the start of the special military operation," Major General Apty Alaudinov said
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Ukraine’s losses, counterattacks, captives: unfolding situation in Kursk Region
The Russian military struck clusters of manpower and equipment of 13 enemy brigades in the Kursk Region
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Russia in talks with India on production of advanced air defense systems
It is reported that Russia is also in talks with India on the production of an additional batch of Su-30MKI supersonic fighter jets on Indian soil
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Ukraine loses over 400 troops in Kursk area in past day— Russian Defense Ministry
The Ukrainian armed forces lost up to 400 troops, 18 armored vehicles, including six tanks, two infantry fighting vehicles
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Netanyahu calls on UN chief to withdraw peacekeepers from Lebanon
The Israel Defense Forces have repeatedly made this request, but were refused, and this was aimed at providing Hezbollah terrorists with a human shield, Benjamin Netanyahu said
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Russia has proof of US’, UK’s involvement in sabotage of Nord Stream pipelines — diplomat
The publication of the evidence will depend on how the situation around the investigation unfolds, Maria Zakharova said
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Patriot air defense system unable to intercept Russia’s Kinzhal missile — top brass
It is noted that Kiev’s regular reports on alleged Russian missile intercepts aim to justify its over-expending of ammunition for Western-supplied air defense systems
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Russian investigators point to brutal civilian killings by Kiev's troops in Kursk Region
In late August, Ukrainian troops opened fire at three residential buildings in the village of Cherkasskoye-Porechnoye before setting them on fire; they also killed two villagers
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Press review: US shuns Russia on Ukraine talks and Washington wavers on aiding Israel
Top stories from the Russian press on Thursday, October 10th
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Iran wants to have friendly relations with all countries of Middle East — president
The country wants to build friendly relations with Russia as well, Masoud Pezeshkian said
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North Korea to consider South Korean drones in its airspace as declaration of war
The North Korean foreign ministry said earlier that South Korean drones had entered North Korea’s airspace three times during October to scatter propaganda leaflets
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Venezuela delivers humanitarian aid to Lebanon via Syria’s Damascus — foreign minister
It contains of food, medicine and basic necessities
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Starship completes fifth test flight, splashes down in Indian Ocean
For the first time, SpaceX succeeded in bringing back and safely landing the Super Heavy booster, which descended from an altitude of more than 100 kilometers to sit on a launch pad, called Mechazilla
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Nuclear test ban organization says Iranian seismic event looks like earthquake — diplomat
A 4.5-magnitude earthquake was recorded in Iran’s province of Semnan southeast of the capital Tehran on October 5
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One civilian killed in Ukrainian drone attack on village in Belgorod Region
The governor offered his condolences to the family
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Over 100 Hezbollah militants killed in southern Lebanon in past week — IDF
According to the IDF, fifty Hezbollah missile launchers were destroyed and a 120-meter tunnel near the border was dismantled in the past seven days
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Ukrainian troops demoralized, routing on Avdeyevka direction — reconnaissance commander
According to the report, Russian troops slowly, but steadily, approach the city of Pokrovsk
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NATO’s involvement in Ukraine conflict may lead to nuclear escalation — German politician
If NATO becomes a party to the conflict in Ukraine, it will get to a point where Russia will carry out a strike on military facilities in NATO territory, German parliament member and leader of the BSW said
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Zelensky becomes more open to talking with Russia as Ukraine’s position weakens — WaPo
It is reported that Kiev has signaled the importance of ending the conflict as Russia has gained ground on the battlefield
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US believes attack on Iran's nuclear facilities to make it boost its nukes — news agency
The Israeli Chief of the General Staff vowed to "choose the right time" to surprise Iran with an attack, while Iran’s supreme leader Ayatollah Ali Khamenei in Hebrew warned that attacks on Israel will be ramped up
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