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Syrian air strikes on IS more precise than coalition’s — ambassador
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Protest rally against parliamentary elections outcome in Tbilisi over
Opposition parties plan to stage a protest near the parliamentary building on November 4 and to announce their future plans
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Trump holds three-point lead over Harris, latest poll shows
The survey was conducted among more than 12,500 likely US voters from October 10 to 29
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Press review: Lavrov embarks on EU visit and Russia permits individual crypto mining
Top stories from the Russian press on Friday, November 1st
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Medvedev says NATO has easy choice on Ukraine, as admission could lead to WWIII
"With all due respect, I believe he was mistaken about that. This is not inevitable. Because, choosing between some promises and the possibility of starting a third World War, the choice is quite clear," the politician underscored
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SCO condemns Israeli strikes on Iran's military sites — statement
The organization also stressed that the SCO member states stand for the prompt adoption of effective measures to stabilize the situation in the region exclusively by political and diplomatic means
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TASS acquires new photos of Ukrainian troops training on UK ranges
The group photos were taken during training sessions in the UK and during the presentation of certificates of completion of a special course as part of Operation Interflex
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US, South Korea decide on response to cooperation between Russia, DPRK
The military cooperation between Russia and the DPRK "threatens stability in both the Indo-Pacific and Europe," according to the statement
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Iran has hundreds of missiles capable of inflicting severe damage Israel — WSJ
The article states that the Israeli attack has compromised the air defense systems protecting key Iranian facilities
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Russian Ka-52M helicopter wipes out Ukrainian equipment in borderline Kursk Region
The forward air controller confirmed the target’s destruction
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Medvedev sees West waging real war on Russia in Ukraine
"Our current adversaries argue that they have a right to send any weapons to Ukraine or that they have a right to dispatch their advisors to consult on how to conduct hostilities," the Russian Security Council deputy chairman said
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Polyus produces first ton of gold from Sukhoi Log goldfield ore
"This field is the largest in Russia and one of the most promising worldwide," the company said
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Nord Stream 2 completed, Trump's statements about its destruction unclear — Kremlin
Earlier, in an interview with journalist Tucker Carlson, Donald Trump strongly denied Democrats' claims that he has ties with Russia, recalling that he blocked the construction of the Nord Stream 2 gas pipeline
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NATO allies hesitant to provide more support for Ukraine as they fear escalation — report
According to the report, the pessimistic sentiment is starting to embrace Ukraine more broadly as Russia makes gains, advancing faster than at any other point this year
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Hezbollah says it hit Israeli Hetz missile defense system’s radar south of Tel Aviv
Hezbollah also said that its units shelled the Israeli Glilot military base in the Ramat Hasharon neighborhood north of Tel Aviv and the Zvulun industrial area housing Rafale military enterprises with high-precision missiles
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Press review: US election set to shape politics while Kiev seeks 'energy deal' with Moscow
Top stories from the Russian press on Thursday, October 31st
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NATO undecided on intercepting projectiles over Ukraine — top Polish diplomat
Polish Prime Minister Donald Tusk earlier said that Warsaw and its NATO partners will discuss the possibility of taking down projectiles over western parts of Ukraine near the Polish border
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Kiev's violation of agreements means less territory for Ukraine — Lavrov
The Russian foreign minister also recalled the Istanbul agreements
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French mercenary involved in transporting internal organs of Ukrainian soldiers — official
Maxime Roger Henri Barrat is also under investigation by the civilian-military administration’s department of the interior in connection with the crime against a female civilian from the village of Glubokoye in the Kharkov Region
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Russian troops liberate two communities in Donbass region, Kharkov area over past day
Russia’s Battlegroup South improved its tactical position and inflicted roughly 800 casualties on Ukrainian troops in its area of responsibility over the past day, the Defense Ministry reported
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Foreign scientists intrigued by Russia’s grant program, ready to relocate — minister
The goal of the Mega Grants program is to create world-class laboratories headed by leading researchers within Russian universities and scientific organizations
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Iran ships two satellites to Russia for launch atop Russian carrier rocket — media
The Kowsar satellite is intended for the Earth’s remote sensing and satellite imagery, while the Hodhod satellite is a telecoms spacecraft designed to improve the quality of data transmission in Iran after its launch
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Trump will not dare challenge US 'deep state' — Medvedev
The deputy chairman of Russia’s Security Council also pointed out that "it does not even matter how this or that candidate feels about Russia"
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Malaysia rejects US call to 'stop being friendly' with Russia — PM
Anwar Ibrahim said the call came during a meeting with US Secretary of State Antony Blinken on the sidelines of the 19th East Asia Summit in Laos
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Putin dismisses scope of 'bomb effect' in US on reports of North Korean troops in Russia
The Russian president said the satellite images were "a serious thing" but added that NATO troops had been directly involved in the Ukraine conflict for a long time now
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Russia fully supports North Korea’s actions to curb US aggressive policy — MFA
Sergey Lavrov and Choe Son Hui reaffirmed their firm commitment to the implementation of the comprehensive strategic partnership treaty, which secured "bringing the traditionally friendly Russian-Korean relations to a new level"
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Erdogan calls on Middle East, world to unite against Israeli aggression
"The international community, especially the countries in the region, must act in solidarity to counter it and ensure peace and tranquility," the Turkish leader said
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Press review: Turkey to mediate in Russian-Ukrainian conflict while IDF strikes Gaza
Top stories from the Russian press on Saturday, November 2nd
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French, German citizens detained for unlawfully entering Baikonur cosmodrome
When questioned, Axel Olivier Robert and Lorenz Julian Karl Jurgen said they wanted to take a look at the Energia rocket at the Baikonur spaceport
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West unable to help Ukraine, it’s time for talks — Italian expert
According to Giampiero Massolo, many NATO members would not be happy to see Ukraine in the alliance as they don’t want to share collective defense commitments, while a security guarantees system alone might not be enough
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US to deploy additional forces to Middle East — Pentagon
Pentagon spokesman Patrick Ryder added that these forces will begin to arrive in the Middle East in coming months
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US to deploy its bombers to Europe for drills with NATO allies
According to the command, the US aircraft will fly on a "pre-filled flight plan through international airspace"
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Russia blocks adoption of UK agenda for UNSC presidency
A meeting is only considered agreed upon on the day it is held, when the Security Council approves the agenda
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Google’s fines in Russia reach stratospheric levels — lawyer
Google can return to the Russian market only if it complies with the court’s decision
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Ukraine fortifies Dnepropetrovsk Region amid fears of losing Krasnoarmeysk — official
According to Igor Kimakovsky, the entry and exit to Kranoarmeysk have been blocked while the Ukrainian armed forces prepare to defend the city
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Putin to hold meeting with Russian Security Council
The previous meeting was held on October 25
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Prosecutor's Office deems activities of US-based business society undesirable in Russia
The international company incorporated in the United States has been engaged in promoting the policies of unfriendly states regarding the Russian-Ukrainian conflict and actively supports the LGBT community, the Russian Prosecutor General's Office explained
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Trump insists Harris cannot be trusted to negotiate with Russia, China
According to the Republican presidential nominee, nothing is more dangerous than to give immense power to a very weak and incompetent person
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EU aid enough to keep Ukraine alive, but not win conflict — lawmaker
According to General Christophe Gomart, Ukraine now finds itself "cornered" amid a lack of resources in Europe
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Monastery attack case, Ukrainian losses: situation in Kursk Region
Russian tactical aircraft and artillery hit clusters of manpower and equipment of 13 Ukrainian brigades in the Kursk Region
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Musk says Trump’s potential second term to be 'the most fun' for US
The next presidential elections in the United States will be held on November 5
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Syrsky admits Ukraine faces one of strongest Russian offensives since 2022
"Active combat operations that continue in certain directions require constant renewal of resources," the Ukrainian Commander-in-Chief said
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Russia is not going to attack Poland, Baltics, Ukraine through Belarus rule — Lukashenko
The Belarusian President called for building relations in a neighborly manner
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Arms supplies to Kiev will not coerce Russia into anything — ex-German chancellor
Schroeder believes that Putin’s goal is to protect Russia from foreign attacks
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Russian government orders to hold auction for oil and gas areas in the Sea of Okhotsk
Forecast recoverable oil resources on the Tossi-more area stand at 0.1 mln metric tons under Category D1, as indicated in the decree
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Czech President Pavel imperiling citizens by sending them to Ukraine — Zakharova
Czech President Petr Pavel earlier authorized 60 Czech citizens to join the Ukrainian army
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Iranian Armed Forces warn Israel of 'unthinkable' surprise attack
According to Brigadier General Ali Mohammad Naeini, Israel is "mistaken in thinking that Iran is afraid of engaging in war and direct confrontation with it, leaving military attacks unpunished"
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Moscow-Pyongyang relations at record high — Lavrov
Dialogue between the two countries was propelled to a brand-new level following the signing of the Comprehensive Strategic Partnership Treaty at a historic summit in Pyongyang, the Russian foreign minister said
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US citizen shared with Russia locations of Ukrainian army targets since February 11, 2022
The information received from him over two years was repeatedly used to inflict losses on Ukraine’s infrastructure, equipment and personnel, the security services said
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Most countries share ideas of Russian World, Putin believes
As the Russian leader noted, there are nations that "demonstrate a willingness to contribute to humanitarian cooperation and establish an equal dialogue while taking mutual interests into consideration"
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Thirteen countries receive BRICS partner status — Indian Foreign Ministry
Spokesman Randhir Jaiswal emphasized that partner country status is distinct from full membership
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FACTBOX: Russian government sets up requirements for cryptocurrency mining
The law introduced the definition of mining, a set of security requirements, and the possibility of trading digital financial assets on special platforms
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Russia liberates 341 DPR residents since special military operation’s launch
"Nearly all of them were subjected to various kinds of torture," DPR human rights ombudswoman Darya Morozova said
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Repelling enemy counterattacks, Ukrainian losses: situation in Kursk Region
Russian tactical aircraft and artillery hit clusters of manpower and equipment of 13 Ukrainian brigades in the Kursk Region
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US citizen who shared data on Ukrainian military with Russian army wants to stay in Russia
Daniel Martindale noted that after peace is restored, he would like to go back to farming
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Medvedev says any new uprising in Ukraine would seek to execute current leaders
The Russian politician said the goal of Zelensky and his team is to stay in power in the country as long as possible
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Russia never interferes in others’ internal affairs, embassy in Washington emphasizes
Before every election, descending into hysteria about "Russian disinformation and interference" has become what the embassy termed an unfortunate tradition with US authorities and media
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Number of casualties in shelling attack on central Israel climbs — radio station
According to Kan, three individuals were hospitalized in moderate condition while eight others sustained light wounds
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US is ‘feeding war’, but this order will end — Medvedev
According to Dmitry Medvedev, the Americans are making money on arms supplies, on allocating money to their military-industrial complex
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Russian Soyuz 2.1b rocket with space weather satellites installed at Vostochny launch pad
Four Ionosfera-M satellites and one Zond-M satellite will make part of the Ionozond constellation that Russia is creating to monitor geophysical processes
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Sanctions reveal weakness in Western understanding of Russian economy — Medvedev
"These sanctions returned to Europe as a boomerang," the deputy chairman of the Russian Security Council added
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Ukraine admits number of deserted soldiers from Armed Forces of Ukraine surpasses 100,000
Earlier, military lawyer from the Center for Support of Veterans and Their Families Roman Likhachev said that more than 100,000 servicemen had voluntarily left their units
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Iranian leader warns of crushing response to Israel, US
Ali Khamenei noted that the authorities are doing everything to strengthen the state's defense capabilities
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Former CIA, Pentagon chief describes incursion into Kursk as Kiev’s ‘strategic mistake’
In Robert Gates opinion, Russia is capable of continuing its special military operation in Ukraine until it decides that its goals are met, and underestimating its ability to carry on "is a huge mistake"
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Kiev to suffer heavy losses due to Russian advances in east — Newsweek
According to the report, Kiev is struggling with no success to convince its allies to sanction strikes against Russia with long-range Western weapons
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Russia-DPRK strategic partnership treaty to stabilize Eurasia — Lavrov
According to the Russian Foreign Minister, the treaty "has laid a solid foundation" for the further deepening of Moscow-Pyongyang relations
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Agreement was possible, but West chose proxy war against Russia — Medvedev
About statements by a number of Western countries about their readiness to support Ukraine further on, the politician said that "by supporting a conflict in another country one can manage one's own quite well"
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Medvedev says Ukraine’s example stops Georgia from siding with West to oppose Russia
"We are in general a friendly neighbor of Georgia," Russian security council deputy chairman noted
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Russian diplomat says Ukraine took back just 279 POWs, although 935 were offered
Russian Foreign Ministry Spokeswoman Maria Zakharova called such actions of the Kiev regime "political tourism on the blood of its own citizens, its own servicemen"
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Russian forces liberate another 20 square kilometers in DPR — politician
"The very fact that tens of square kilometers of DPR territory are being liberated says that the enemy has problems with moral and combat training," Vladimir Rogov said
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US, NATO plot regime change in Black Sea straits — Kremlin aide
Nikolay Patrushev noted that unfriendly Western countries are working to diminish Russia's role in the Black Sea region
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Comprehensive partnership with Iran to be signed soon — Lavrov
According to the Russian foreign minister, the treaty will outline the parties' commitment to closer cooperation in the areas of defense and in the interests of peace and security both regionally and globally
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Ukraine abandons Selidovo, but not before planting mines everywhere — security services
According to the security forces, demining the city may take up to several months
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Russian Lancet kamikaze drone wipes out Ukrainian artillery gun in Sumy Region
The strike’s accuracy and efficiency were confirmed by data-recording equipment in real time
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Ukrainian lawmaker Bezuglaya calls out ‘catastrophic situation’ in country’s army
Maryana Bezuglaya accused Commander-in-Chief Alexander Syrsky for his alleged failure of the military operation in Russia’s borderline Kursk area and the complicated situation in the southern directions of the frontline
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Russian diplomat comments on voting machine fraud in early US voting
Maria Zakharova was commenting on reports that said a voting machine at a US polling station assigned a vote cast for Republican Donald Trump to Democrat Kamala Harris
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Most residents forcibly evacuated from Kupyansk — local authorities
According to Head of the Kharkov Region military-civilian administration Vitaly Ganchev, the Russian soldiers have made serious advances in the Svatovo and Kupyansk areas recently
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Iran says Israel struck from US-controlled area in Iraq
On July 23, Reuters reported that there were around 2,500 US troops in Iraq
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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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Ukrainians do not want war with Russia, but US keeps them trapped — expert
According to Professor Ruhollah Modabber, Washington has effectively banned free elections in Ukraine
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Western funds for Ukrainian budget being misappropriated — Medvedev
The West will continue to allocate funds to Kiev, the Russian senior official noted
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Iran plans to carry out major strike on Israel from Iraq within days — report
The US doesn't know if Tehran has made a decision to go ahead with the strike soon, a US official told Axios
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Ukraine’s top brass tells Chairman of US Joint Chiefs of Staff frontline situation is hard
Alexander Syrsky said the Russian forces had a significant superiority in artillery shells
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Russia successfully puts spacecraft into orbit to serve its defense needs
The spacecraft was launched and orbited normally, the Russian Defense Ministry stressed, saying that it has already been taken under the control of ground-based facilities of the Russian Aerospace Forces
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Russia’s Medvedev cautions next US leader against adding fuel to fire in Ukraine
The politician doubted the deep state in the United States wants another global war
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Liberation of Kurakhovka in DPR to increase pressure on Ukrainian battlegroup in Kurakhovo
The Russian Defense Ministry reported earlier on Saturday that Russian troops had liberated the settlement of Kurakhovka in the Donetsk People’s Republic
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Russia strikes Ukrainian General Staff’s unmanned systems command center over week
Russia’s Battlegroup North inflicted damage on manpower and military hardware of 17 Ukrainian army brigades in the borderline Kursk area over the past week, the Defense Ministry reported
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Mop up operation north of DPR‘s Kurakhovo — official
The enemy is attempting to obstruct it from the neighboring settlement of Zarya, which has not been liberated yet, Vladimir Rogov said
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First-ever TV-bridge concert held in Moscow
It has connected the Rachmaninov Concert Hall of Moscow’s Tchaikovsky Conservatory and the Rachmaninoff Conservatory in Paris
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Former Bolivian president goes on hunger strike
Evo Morales added that he decided to go on a hunger strike "until the government begins dialogue on two subjects - the economy and politics"
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Kremlin aide sees continued Western attempts to drive Russia away from Black Sea
Nikolay Patrushev stressed how important it was "to determine not only the promising tactical-technical characteristics of warships and their weapons but also to ensure the balance of forces that make up the combat power of the fleet and means of supporting them"
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Captured Ukrainian officer says chances of command mutiny rising
"With every day the probability that the highest command will turn the gun against the Ukrainian government is increasing," Alexander Dolmatov said
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Russian Lancet munition wipes out French-made Caesar howitzer in Sumy Region
The ministry uploaded a video transmitted by data-recording equipment, showing the destruction of the Ukrainian army’s artillery system
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Tanker suspected of carrying goods under anti-Russian sanctions detained in Germany
"The tanker was prohibited from continuing moving until loaded materials will be finally inspected," the Kiel police added
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Nine seek nomination to run for president of Belarus
As of now, the CEC registered the action groups of incumbent President Alexander Lukashenko, Oleg Gaiduchenko, Alexander Khizhnyak and Olga Chemodanova
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Iran’s military response to Israel to involve Axis of Resistance forces — MP
Esmaeil Kousari noted that the Islamic Republic's new operation "will be a lesson" for the Israelis to avoid similar mistakes when striking Iran again
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'Dollar bubble' to burst, cause havoc in economic relations — Medvedev
The Russian senior official supports an increase in the number of reserve currencies and a more active use of digital money
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Russian Defense Ministry releases video of Bulava missile launch
The launch was carried out from the Sea of Okhotsk
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Kremlin aide urges need to develop underwater drone production
The Russian Navy should develop as a single combat unit and a well-run force "through the introduction of advanced technologies and digital solutions," Nikolay Patrushev stressed
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Georgian president provokes coup by calling election outcome pro-Russian — Medvedev
"A provocation is possible, it follows from the development of the events as a whole," the politician believes
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Israel expects Iranian strike ‘in coming days’ — report
Amid expectations of an Iranian strike, US Defense Secretary Lloyd Austin on November 1 announced the US is sending additional forces to the Middle East, including destroyers, fighter jets and bombers
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Russian frigate carrying hypersonic weapons embarks on first deployment in distant waters
"The group comprises the frigate Admiral Golovko carrying long-range precision weapons and the medium sea tanker Vyazma," the Northern Fleet’s press office said
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