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Putin accuses Ukraine of targeting Kursk Nuclear Power Plant
Russian president Vladimir Putin accused Ukraine of attempting an attack on the Kursk nuclear power plant. "The enemy tried to strike the nuclear power plant at night," state agency TASS quoted him as saying during a meeting on Ukrainian Armed Forces' offensive operations in the Kursk region on Thursday, August 22.
Putin did not provide any evidence for his accusations. According to him, Moscow has notified the International Atomic Energy Agency (IAEA), whose specialists are expected to arrive …
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Putin orders Russian military to regain control over Kursk region by October
In a recent directive, President Vladimir Putin ordered the Russian military to regain control over the Kursk region by October 1, reports RBC Ukraine, citing sources in Ukrainian leadership. For more details, check the original source. However, this Putin’s order comes with a stipulation: Russian forces must not be diverted from the critical zones in the Donetsk region, specifically Toretsk and Pokrovsk, where ongoing assaults are underway.
Currently, Russia aims to assemble a "mix" of …
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Putin eases residency permits for those embracing 'traditional Russian values'
In a move that could potentially reshape immigration policy, Russian president Vladimir Putin has signed a decree allowing individuals who share "traditional Russian spiritual and moral values" to obtain temporary residency permits more easily.
The decree specifies that these individuals, whether foreigners or stateless persons, can apply for temporary residency without needing to demonstrate proficiency in the Russian language or knowledge of Russian history and law.
The motivating factor …
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Putin faces increased criticism as General Lapin blamed for Kursk defense failures
General Alexander Lapin, already under fire for the loss of the key Ukrainian city of Lyman, is now being blamed for the failure in Kursk by Russian media outlets. The Moscow Times reports, citing military correspondents, President Vladimir Putin is depicted as personally responsible for the Russian army's setbacks in Kursk by appointing the poorly regarded General Lapin to guard the border.
The publication notes the parallels between this most recent failure on August 6, 2024, and the Lyman …
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Western media: Ukrainian Forces' bold incursion into Russia's Kursk region shakes Putin's strongman image
The Ukrainian military has launched a successful strike into Russia's Kursk region, casting a shadow over President Vladimir Putin's image as a strong leader ensuring national security. This daring move by Ukrainian forces has heightened Western media's critical narrative, with some outlets mockingly labeling Russia a "superpower" that can't fully control its own borders. Swiss newspaper columnist Andreas Rüesch, writing for the Swiss newspaper NZZ, stated that Ukraine's offensive in the Kursk …
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Mahmoud Abbas visits Moscow for key discussions with Putin on Gaza war and bilateral relations
In response to an invitation from Russian President Vladimir Putin, Palestinian Authority head Mahmoud Abbas has arrived in Moscow for an official visit.
The two leaders are scheduled to meet tomorrow, according to the news agency Wafa. It is anticipated that Putin and Abbas will discuss joint efforts to end the war in Gaza between Israel and Hamas, and the routes for delivering humanitarian aid to the enclave. The agenda also includes discussions on bilateral relations.
"His Excellency will …
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Putin calls emergency Security Council meeting as Ukrainian Forces advance into Kursk region
Russian President Vladimir Putin has convened an emergency meeting of the Russian Federation's Security Council following the advance of Ukrainian Armed Forces into Russia's Kursk region. This development was reported by Brief channel, citing a source familiar with the situation. According to their information, the meeting commenced at 1:00 PM. Prior to this, Putin held a meeting with government members.
Typically, Putin conducts meetings with Security Council members on Fridays. However, no …
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Putin warns of retaliation If U.S. deploys missiles in Germany
Russian President Vladimir Putin issued a stark warning on Sunday, July 28, stating that the placement of high-precision U.S. missile systems in Germany would free Russia from its moratorium on deploying intermediate and short-range missiles. This announcement came during Putin's speech at the main Naval Day parade in St. Petersburg. The Kremlin plants to "enhance the capabilities of coastal forces" in the Russian Navy, Putin clarified .
"Today, the development of a number of such systems is …
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Putin hosts Assad amid anniversary of Syrian-Russian diplomatic relations
Russian President Vladimir Putin hosted Syrian President Bashar al-Assad, the Kremlin's press service reports. As emphasized by the Syrian guest, his visit coincides with the anniversary of the establishment of diplomatic relations between the Syrian Arab Republic and the Russian Federation.
"Honorable Mr. President, I am very glad to see you," Putin greeted Assad. "We have an opportunity to discuss the full spectrum of our relations. It has been a long time since we've met. I'm very …
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General Malomuzh predicts end of Ukraine war's hot phase by late 2024: Putin is cornered
The hot phase of the war in Ukraine could end by late 2024, said General Malomuzh, a former head of the Ukrainian Foreign Intelligence Service, during a news broadcast on July 22.
He explained that ending this phase will require parallel efforts in two main directions: offensive operations and international pressure on Russia.
The general outlined the steps needed to conclude the conflict: determining under what conditions the Russian Armed Forces will withdraw, defining which territories …