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Politics · UkraineKim Jong Un Pledges Deeper Cooperation with Russia
Kim Jong Un has pledged to expand and deepen cooperation with Russia in a message to Vladimir Putin. The North Korean leader expressed confidence in Russia's victory in Ukraine and promised unwavering support.
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Conflict & Security · RussiaUkraine drone attacks hit Russian refineries, cutting diesel output
Ukrainian drone attacks on Russian oil refineries have significantly reduced the country's diesel production. Three of Russia's six largest diesel-producing refineries cut production or halted operations entirely in September due to damage from these strikes.
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Business & Economy · Asia-PacificRussia to Suspend Gas Supplies to Armenia for 10 Days
Russia will temporarily suspend natural gas supplies to Armenia from September 15 to September 25 due to planned maintenance on a key pipeline. Gazprom Armenia has stated that domestic reserves and Iranian imports will ensure uninterrupted supply to consumers.
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Conflict & Security · UkraineTrump says US discussing Patriot missile production license with Ukraine
US President Donald Trump announced that Washington is in discussions with Ukraine regarding the potential transfer of a license to produce a less advanced version of Patriot missiles. Canada is also reportedly considering joining a significant European financial aid package for Ukraine.
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Conflict & Security · UkraineKremlin spokesman suggests Ukraine talks could resume in October
Kremlin spokesman Dmitry Peskov indicated that trilateral negotiations concerning Ukraine could potentially resume in October. He stated that Russia does not rule out this possibility, though no specific dates have been set.
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Conflict & Security · RussiaGerman investigators identify suspects in Leipzig drone attack
German investigators have identified two suspects in the attempted drone attack at Leipzig/Halle Airport, with at least one allegedly linked to Russia's GRU military intelligence. The drone, found near Ukrainian cargo aircraft, was laden with explosives.
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Conflict & Security · RussiaLukashenko announces army readiness check, including mobilization
Belarusian President Alexander Lukashenko has announced plans to check the combat readiness of the entire army, including the possibility of mobilization. He stated the army needs to be 'shaken up' and that preparations are intended to prevent the country from being drawn into a war.
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Business & Economy · ChinaAnthropic Disrupts Russian Cyber Espionage and Chinese AI Model Theft
Anthropic has disrupted multiple attempts to misuse its Claude AI models. This includes a suspected Russian cyber-espionage campaign and efforts by Chinese AI firms to extract and replicate Claude's capabilities through a process called model distillation.
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Conflict & Security · European UnionPeskov: Lithuania would be target of Russian nuclear weapons
Kremlin spokesman Dmitry Peskov stated that Lithuania's territory would be targeted by Russian nuclear weapons if the country allows allies to deploy them. This warning comes as Lithuania's parliament considers removing a constitutional ban on nuclear weapons.
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Conflict & Security · United KingdomMan Charged with Aiding Russian Intelligence in Drone Factory Sabotage Plot
A 31-year-old British man, Joshua Cammidge, has been charged with assisting a foreign intelligence service and preparing an act of sabotage. He allegedly researched drone manufacturing sites in Swindon and communicated with an individual believed to be linked to Russia's GRU Volunteer Corps.
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Conflict & Security · RussiaFSB detains British embassy guard over alleged Ukraine plot
Russia's Federal Security Service (FSB) announced the detention of a Russian citizen who worked as a security guard at the British Embassy in Moscow. The FSB alleges the individual was recruited by Ukraine to gather information for a planned attack, intended to blame Russia and draw the UK into conflict.
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Leaked memo suggests Western veterans trained Russians for war
A leaked intelligence memo suggests Western military veterans, including former British SAS and Australian special forces, may have trained Russian citizens and active duty military personnel. The training allegedly took place at private camps in Bulgaria and Serbia, with one company, Alfa-Metal, named in the report.
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Business & Economy · RussiaRussia says BRICS trade is 90% in national currencies
Kremlin spokesperson Dmitry Peskov said that approximately 90% of Russia's trade with BRICS countries is settled in national currencies. He also stated that Russia is open to any acceptable payment method and does not seek de-dollarisation, ahead of the BRICS summit in New Delhi.
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Conflict & Security · UkraineRussia Resumes Strikes on Kyiv After Three-Day Pause
Russia resumed drone and missile attacks on Ukraine, including the capital Kyiv, after a three-day pause. The strikes killed at least four people and injured 83 across the country, according to Ukrainian officials.
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Politics · European UnionRussia orders closure of German consulate in St. Petersburg
Russia's Foreign Ministry announced the closure of Germany's consulate in St. Petersburg, with operations to cease by September 18. This action follows Germany's recent decision to close Russian diplomatic facilities in Bonn and Berlin, which Russia labelled an "unfriendly" move.
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Conflict & Security · UkraineKremlin open to Ukraine peace talks with US, says too early for details
The Kremlin has stated it does not rule out resuming trilateral peace talks with Ukraine and the United States. However, Russian officials indicated it is too early to discuss specific locations or dates for any potential negotiations.
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Conflict & Security · RussiaRussia warns US missile deployment in Norway threatens dialogue
Russia's Foreign Ministry has warned that the deployment of US medium- and short-range missile systems in Norway could lead to retaliatory strikes and nullify the basis for constructive dialogue with Washington. Moscow stated it would closely monitor the situation with its strategic deterrence forces.
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Politics · UkraineRussia open to trilateral meeting with US and China
Russian Deputy Foreign Minister Sergei Ryabkov has stated that a trilateral meeting between the presidents of Russia, the United States, and China is not out of the question. He indicated that the agenda and expected outcomes would need clarification before any preparations could begin.
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Business & Economy · RussiaPutin launches Vostok Oil pipeline, first shipment begins
Russian President Vladimir Putin announced the start of oil flow through the Vostok Oil project's main pipeline. The Sever Bay terminal is set to become the world's largest northern oil port, aiming to significantly increase cargo volume on the Northern Sea Route.
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Conflict & Security · UkraineZelensky expects US envoys for talks in Kyiv and Moscow
Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky announced that US negotiators are expected to visit both Kyiv and Moscow soon. Preliminary dates have been set for these meetings, which Zelensky described as very important for resolving the ongoing conflict.
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