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Conflict & Security · RussiaUkraine launches drone attack on Moscow during Russian elections
Ukraine launched a large-scale drone attack on Moscow, targeting oil refineries and logistics facilities. The assault occurred on the final day of Russia's parliamentary elections, with reports differing on the number of drones used and casualties.
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Conflict & Security · RussiaZelensky says Ukraine used new ballistic missiles on Moscow
Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky stated that Ukraine deployed cruise and new ballistic missiles, including the Pelican (FP-7), in an attack on the Moscow region. He claimed the strikes hit a major Russian oil industry facility and a logistics center, impacting billions of dollars supporting the war effort. This marks the first reported use of the Pelican missile in an attack on Moscow.
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Conflict & Security · RussiaCIA Director John Ratcliffe Reportedly Visited Moscow
CIA Director John Ratcliffe was reportedly in Moscow for meetings, according to US media. The Kremlin stated no talks with US envoys were scheduled for that week. A US military aircraft flew from Riga to Moscow.
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Politics · RussiaIndia's S. Jaishankar meets Putin in Moscow
India's External Affairs Minister S. Jaishankar met with Russian President Vladimir Putin in Moscow. Jaishankar conveyed a personal message from Prime Minister Narendra Modi and discussed economic cooperation, trade, energy, and nuclear cooperation.
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