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Ukraine crisis
Thousands bring flowers to honor victims of clashes in Kiev
Though Kiev city administration chairman Volodymyr Makeyenko stated that the dismantling of barricades would begin on February 24, nothing has been done yet
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Israeli PM asks Trump to postpone attack on Iran — newspaper
According to The New York Times, Netanyahu spoke to the US leader on January 14
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All assets of Roszarubezhneft in Venezuela acquired by Russia under market conditions
Roszarubezhneft holds stakes in joint oil and gas enterprises with the Venezuelan side
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Riyadh assures Iran it will not permit its territory to be used for strikes — media
Reuters previously reported, citing European officials, that a US military operation against Iran appears likely and could begin within the next 24 hours
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Golden Dome is US attempt to counter Russian hypersonic weapons — expert
Alexander Stepanov added that to ensure strategic dominance in the Arctic, the Pentagon plans to deploy additional ground tracking stations and radar systems in Greenland
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Russia to consider invitation to OSCE conference on cybersecurity — envoy
Russia advocates dialogue in any format, Permanent Representative to the OSCE Dmitry Polyansky said
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West wrong in its evaluation of Iran's resilience, German expert says
Constantin von Hoffmeister stressed that "a system that survives war with Iraq, decades of sanctions, assassinations of its scientists, cyberattacks, and constant pressure is not fragile"
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Russia introduces ‘chief sergeant’ role in Armed Forces
The chief sergeant is the first assistant for the commander of a military, according to Russia’s Southern Military District commander
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Shuvalov to supervise govt economic segment, Siluanov to be acting finance minister
“Naturally, both decisions have been coordinated with Dmitry Anatolyevich Medvedev. This is our common decision,” Putin said
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German court believes Nord Stream explosions were ordered by Ukraine — media
Germany's Federal Court of Justice ruled that Sergey K. should remain in custody
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Russian auto market descends to fifth position in Europe in 2025
The Russian auto market held the fourth place in Europe in 2024
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Medvedev advises Trump to 'take' Greenland before it choses to join Russia
In his opinion, if Greenland were captured, Donald Trump would have a new position — acting president of Greenland
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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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IN BRIEF: Threats to 'abduct' Putin,' Greenland: statements by Russian Foreign Ministry
Maria Zakharova said all issues around Greenland should be resolved within the framework of international law
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OSCE can start monitoring ceasefire in Ukraine right after its start — chairman-in-office
According to Ignazio Cassis, the OSCE’s participation in efforts to maintain a ceasefire in Ukraine would be legitimate in Moscow’s eyes
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Venezuela, US tariff threats on Russia's partners, Macron's policy: Lavrov's comments
The Russian foreign minister added that Moscow signals its openness to contacts with American representatives Steve Witkoff and Jared Kushner
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Russia’s 5th-generation fighter jet gets advanced stealth coating
The Su-57 is a fifth-generation multirole fighter designed to destroy all types of air targets at long and short ranges and hit enemy ground and naval targets, overcoming its air defense capabilities
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Russian budget may fall short of $2.96 bln in additional oil and gas revenues in January
In December 2025, the Russian budget fell short of 137.6 bln rubles in additional oil and gas revenues
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Kiev’s terrorist methods horrify even residents of Ukraine — official
Artem Zhoga called the Ukrainian regime criminal in nature
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FACTBOX: What is known about US Golden Dome missile defense system
US President Donald Trump stated that Greenland is of strategic importance for building the Golden Dome missile defense system
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Russia maintains its stance of building equal relations with all countries — Putin
Russia always stands ready to build mutually beneficial relations with all international partners for the sake of universal prosperity, well-being and development, the Russian leader added
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Putin champions international cooperation amid deteriorating global situation
"It is countries’ ability to maintain constructive relations that global stability and security depend on in today’s diverse and interconnected world," the Russian president noted
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Russia’s Andreeva roams into semis of 2026 WTA Adelaide International
In the next round, Mirra Andreeva will play against her Russian compatriot Diana Shnaider
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Russia cuts oil and gas revenues by 24% in 2025 to $108.05 bln
In 2024, the figure stood at $141.80 bln
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American IT giant makes Ukraine free testing ground for drones — expert
Roman Shkurlatov added that the Americans make the Ukrainian military buy their finished products without sharing their technologies with the Ukrainians
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Kiev regime has made numerous attempts to eliminate Russian officials
Rodion Miroshnik added that the investigative authorities will give a full legal assessment of General Kirillov’s assassination, but at this point, it has all the hallmarks of a contract killing
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IN BRIEF: Russian forces expand buffer zones, disrupting enemy plans, senior general says
Russian forces liberated around eight localities and took more than 300 square km of land under control in the first two weeks of January
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US backs down on plans to attack Iran — TV
Washington also took into account the changing security situation in Iran and the government’s gradual progress towards retaking control of the country
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Degradation of international situation, security architecture: Putin's statements
The Russian president pointed out that Russia was "sincerely committed to the ideals of a multipolar world"
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EU to support Greenland but security issues rest with NATO — official
"We will continue our work on Arctic security with our allies and our partners, including the United States," European Commission President Ursula von der Leyen added
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Russia expels British diplomat over ties to intelligence services — Foreign Ministry
The ministry said that Britain’s charge d’affaires in Moscow Danae Dholakia was informed on Thursday that Russia’s competent authorities had obtained the relevant information
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EU fails to appoint Ukraine negotiator — Politico
According to the report, there are "serious disagreements" between EU countries on the details of this appointment
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Bank of Russia sets official dollar rate at 78.52 rubles for January 16
The official euro rate was lowered by 38.41 kopecks to 91.8123 rubles
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West, US not shy about using all means to change regime in Iran — Russian Foreign Ministry
Regime change as a phenomenon is unacceptable in the modern world, especially if countries talk about respecting the UN Charter and are members of the UN, Maria Zakharova stressed
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Russia’s foreign trade surplus down to $124 bln in 11M — Customs Service
Exports fell by $20.8 bln in the reporting period to $373.7 bln, while imports lost $6.2 bln to $249 bln
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Russian troops liberate Komarovka, forming buffer zone near Glukhov — expert
Andrey Marochko noted that this section was static for a very long time
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UK intelligence officer working undercover at embassy expelled from Russia
The Russian Foreign Ministry, in cooperation with the relevant agencies, has decided to revoke Gareth Samuel Davies' accreditation
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UN experts call Israel's actions in Gaza after truce ‘genocide without witness’
"We have entered a new phase in which Israel and its supporters have reached the genocide without witness stage," said the document, signed by more than 20 UN experts
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EU pays minimum amount for Russian gas in five years in November 2025
In the reported period, the EU imported Russian gas for a total of 752.5 mln euros
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Getting guilty verdict in Maduro case not to be easy for US Attorney's office — newspaper
According to the newspaper, it will take years before a jury begins to consider the Venezuelan leader's involvement in the crimes imputed to him
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International Gas Union expects gas generation doubling for datacenters
This will account for 6-8% of the forecast global electric power demand by 2040
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WhatsApp to be completely blocked in Russia this year — lawmaker
Andrey Svintsov said this is because WhatsApp is owned by Meta, recognized as the extremist company in Russia
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Regime of counter-terrorist operation imposed on Ingushetia village
The decision was taken in connection with information on a stay of members of the criminal underground in the village
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Kiev regime ready to surrender Artyomovsk — Akhmat unit commander
According to Apty Alaudinov, right now, the hottest spot on this front is Bakhmut where Russian units are doing very well
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Silence from global community may make kidnapping presidents common practice — analyst
Karin Kneissl warned that the world risks sliding back into a pre-modern era
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Latvia increases grain exports from Russia by around 40% in Q1
In monetary terms, imports declined - the price of imported grain reached 27 mln euro, which is 6.2% lower than the same period last year
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Export of Russian pipeline gas to Europe up by 15% over 10 months
Over the same period in 2023, pipeline gas deliveries to Europe amounted to about 23 bln cubic meters
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Taiwan to invest $250 bln into chip production, energy and AI in the US
According to terms of the agreement, Taiwan will also extend credit guarantees totaling $250 bln for projects of its companies on investments in the United States
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Andreeva vs. Shnaider: All-Russia semifinals at 2026 WTA Adelaide International
In the other semifinals match in Adelaide, Australia’s own Kimberly Birrel will square off versus 8th-seeded Victoria Mboko of Canada
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US warns Iran of ‘grave consequences’ for executing protesters — White House
The president and his team are closely monitoring this situation and all options remain on the table for the president
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Moscow seeks durable peace in Ukraine, one that ensures everyone's security — Putin
"Not everyone is ready for that, especially in Kiev and the capitals that support it," the Russian leader said
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Veronica vessel became sixth tanker captured by US
According to Marinetraffic data, the vessel was under the flag of Guyana
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Merz calls Russia 'European country,' hopes to achieve balance in relations
The Chancellor said his comment was not because he was in the east of Germany
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Russian envoy dismisses idea of OSCE sending mission to monitor Ukraine ceasefire
"The Russian delegation is unaware of the OSCE having such plans," Dmitry Polyansky said
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Hungary expects MOL will buy stake in NIS soon — Szijjarto
As soon as the agreement is reached, the parties will notify the US OFAC for an authorization to make the deal, the Hungarian foreign minister said
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US will not be able to repeat Venezuelan scenario in Iran — Chinese expert
Jin Liangxiang noted that Iran’s retaliatory actions during last year’s 12-day conflict with Israel have made Washington and Tel Aviv more cautious about Iran’s missile capabilities
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Capital outflow from RF amounts to about 5 billion dlrs in October
Outflow forecast for this year is 60-65 billion dlrs
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Russian troops strike Ukrainian army’s energy, transport infrastructure over past day
Russia’s Battlegroup Center inflicted more than 400 casualties on Ukrainian troops and destroyed an enemy tank and three armored combat vehicles in its area of responsibility over the past day, the Defense Ministry reported
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Britain weighs response to expulsion of embassy official from Russia — Foreign Office
Earlier on Thursday, the Russian Foreign Ministry announced that Moscow was expelling a British embassy diplomat over his involvement with UK intelligence services and that he must leave the country within two weeks
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Murder of blogger Tatarsky, attempted murder of Prilepin ordered by same person
As a result of Permyakov's active contribution to the investigation of the case, the organizer of the crimes was identified, a criminal case was opened against him and a separate proceeding was initiated
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Putin says plans to expand Russia's cooperation with African nations
"Russia is linked with all African nations by relations of genuine partnership, support and mutual assistance," the Russian leader noted
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Scale of military supplies to Ukraine contradicts Western calls for peace — Russian MFA
Maria Zakharova highlighted the persistent buildup of weapons and ammunition supplies, pointing to the continuous operation of the Rzeszow airport in Poland as evidence
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British press predicts Putin two more presidential terms
The British press regards as predictable the decision by Russian premier Vladimir Putin to nominate his candidacy for the presidential post with support from the present head of.....
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Venezuela to gain access to $4.9 bln in IMF assets after restoration of contacts — fund
As Julie Kozack added, on the issue of recognizing the legitimacy of Venezuela’s government, the fund will be guided by the view of the international community, as reflected by the majority of votes at the IMF
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Russia develops short-term forecast model for fuel consumption
The short-term forecast volume of engine fuel consumption volumes will cater for nonlinear consumption factor, seasonality and various external factors
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Kiev suffers through third day of blackouts
Ukrainian Prime Minister Yulia Sviridenko promised that power would be returned to Kiev's residents by the evening of January 15
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Europe needs to acquire weapons similar to Russian 'Oreshnik' — French president
Emmanuel Macron acknowledged that France is within the range of the 'Oreshnik'
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US court ruling against Maduro to be illegitimate — Russian MFA
According to universally recognized norms of international law, Nicolas Maduro, as head of state, enjoys absolute immunity from the jurisdiction of the United States and any other state, aside from Venezuela, Maria Zakharova said
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Russia urges UN secretariat to abandon double standards and bias — Permanent Mission
Dmitry Chumakov, Russia’s Deputy Permanent Representative to the United Nations noted "a rapid loss of impartiality in the work of the United Nations" and called for combating the arbitrariness of large donors imposing mandates that do not enjoy consensus
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Denmark may consider leaving NATO due to Greenland situation — Kneissl
Karin Kneissl noted that it is not yet possible to say exactly what form the confrontation between the USA and Denmark will take, but "in a certain sense, the situation is archaic"
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Unacceptable to use blackmail, threats when talking to Cuba — Russian MFA
Moscow is concerned about escalating tensions around Cuba, Maria Zakharova said
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Ex-top Austrian diplomat reveals what BRICS needs to do to counter US policies
"BRICS has no mechanisms," Karin Kneissl noted
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Potential conflict in Iran to damage China's oil imports — expert
The Middle East is China's primary energy supplier
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US to temporarily store Venezuelan oil in Curacao — TV
Two of the world’s largest commodity traders, Trafigura and Vitol, are involved in moving Venezuelan oil to Caribbean countries for further resale
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Press review: Ukraine attempts to stall peace talks as Trump takes control of Venezuela
Top stories from the Russian press on Monday, January 12th
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First European servicemen arrive in Greenland — newspaper
According to Bild, a Danish military transport plane landed last night at the airport in Nuuk, the capital of Greenland
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Russia, China need to address issues related to payment difficulties for tourists
Maria Zakharova noted that Chinese tourists have no reason to be concerned about the operation of mobile communications, the availability of payment options, or the arrangement of accommodations in Russia
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Russia may respond to Finland's withdrawal from Anti-Personnel Mine Ban Convention — MFA
Maria Zakharova pointed out that Finland’s move to denounce the Ottawa Convention, which prohibits the use, production, and stockpiling of anti-personnel mines, officially took effect on January 10
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US should account for nuclear potential of entire West, not only China’s — Kremlin
Dmitry Peskov reiterated that Russia respects the position of China, which does not see the need for its inclusion in the treaty
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Karin Kneissl: Greenland Could Become the 51st US State
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Russia plans to adopt programme for aircraft industry development by yearend
Efforts will focus on a limited number of projects
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More than 20 countries show interest in BRICS — Kremlin aide
Yury Ushakov noted that uncontrolled expansion of the association would break its backbone
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Battles at Kupyansk forcing Kiev to divert forces from other areas — expert
Vitaly Kiselev noted that Kiev is currently attempting to send small sabotage groups to Kupyansk, calling it an "adventure" of the Ukrainian officers
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Russia says Council of Europe's attempts to 'punish' it doomed to failure
"The Council of Europe unconditionally supports the criminal Kiev regime and stands in solidarity with it," Maria Zakharova added
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Vance's participation in Greenland talks alarms Europe — newspaper
Politico said Copenhagen and the Greenland authorities had initially hoped for calm consultations with US Secretary of State Marco Rubio
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Proposal to duel with West response to claims of Oreshnik missile vulnerability — Kremlin
Kremlin Spokesman Dmitry Peskov noted that Russian President Vladimir Putin thus meant that the Oreshnik missile is a generation ahead of all existing weapons, while not being a nuclear weapon itself
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Israel sought to drag US into conflict with Iran — Iranian top diplomat
"They started to shoot at people for one reason - they wanted to increase the number of deaths", Abbas Araghchi said
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Denmark obligated to return fire if US attacks Greenland — Defense Ministry
Spokesman Tobias Roed Jensen cited a 1952 royal decree that applies to the entire Kingdom, including Greenland
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Russia stands ready to restore relations with all European countries — Putin
Russia has always been committed to such diplomatic approaches, the Russian leader said
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Situation involving Maduro shows there is no democracy for US on world stage — Russian MFA
Maria Zakharova emphasized that this development poses a threat to all who uphold democracy as the ideal system
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EU shows total unwillingness to pursue Ukraine agreement — MFA
Maria Zakharova's comments followed remarks by European Commission President Ursula von der Leyen, who said Russia must "show interest" in ending the war in Ukraine
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FACTBOX: What is known about undercover British intelligence officer exposed in Moscow
Russia’s Federal Security Service stated that the British intelligence officer working undercover at the embassy is being expelled from the country
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South Ossetian opposition leader demands response to ultimatum
“I put my demands. Now I want to her the response,” Alla Dzhioyeva told
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Saudi Arabia, Qatar, Oman appeal to Trump not to strike Iran — AFP
According to the report, the three states warned Washington of "grave blowbacks in the region" in case of escalation
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Press review: Russia to respond to EU army plans while Ukraine's ex-PM charged for bribery
Top stories from the Russian press on Thursday, January 15th
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Russia to view London’s moves to intercept ships as violation of maritime law — MFA
Maria Zakharova also reiterated that the claim by British Secretary of State for Defense John Healey that the Marinera was sailing under a foreign flag is unfounded
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Russia considers militarization of Europe in military planning — MFA
Maria Zakharova emphasized that, given the aggressive stance of the current Western European leadership toward Russia, Moscow "approaches such processes with the utmost seriousness"
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Attempt to 'kidnap' Putin fraught with disastrous outcome for initiator — Foreign Ministry
Maria Zakharova referred to a comment by Defense Secretary John Healy during his January 9 visit to Kiev, where he said that he would like to kidnap Putin to "bring the Russian president to justice"
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FACTBOX: What is known about F-16 fighter jet deliveries to Ukraine
Russian troops delivered a strike by the Oreshnik hypersonic ballistic missile system on January 9, crippling the Lvov state aircraft repair plant in western Ukraine
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Situation around Venezuela, Iran not yet affecting oil markets — IMF
International Monetary Fund is paying close attention to what happens in global energy markets, and oil prices, Julie Kozack said
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Finance Ministry to sell foreign currency, gold worth $2.45 bln on January 16-February 5
The daily volume of foreign currency and gold sales will amount to the equivalent of $163.1 mln
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Threat of Butyagin's extradition to Ukraine high — Russia’s charge d'affaires
"The defense focuses precisely on this, that for Alexander, for his health, for his life, there is a real and great threat in the event of his extradition to Ukraine," Andrey Ordash said
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