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Russian soldiers set up flags marking control of Torskoye and Donetsk regions
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The Russian military has taken control of the Torskoye region of Donetsk.
US suddenly lifts sanctions on Russian oil and gas project playing an important role
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The US has suddenly lifted sanctions on a Russian oil and gas project related to the Caspian pip pip pip pip pip pip pipeline pipeline pipeline (CPC).
Russia declares readiness to make progress, waiting for Ukraine in Istanbul
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Russia has said it is ready for possible agreements in the peace talks with Ukraine in Istanbul, starting at 10am on May 16 local time.
The statue of the First Lady of the United States was stolen
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Slovenia police are investigating after the bronze statue of First Lady Melania Trump was stolen near her hometown of Sevnica (Slovenia).
BRICS historic milestone, expected to surpass the US
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A historic milestone has just been set in the world economic order: BRICS officially accounts for 40% of global GDP, expected to surpass the US in growth this year.
US plans to become an important partner of India instead of Russia
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The US is trying to become a close partner of India to replace Russia, but experts say this is unlikely to happen. New Delhi is increasingly influential in the international arena, allowing them to pursue independent policies.
Poland conducts large-scale drill, Russia accuses of having a purpose behind it
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Poland announced a major military exercise in the context of Russia accusing the country of seeking to annex Western Ukraine.
Power outage, drought, flooding during 122-year record heatstroke in India
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Last March was recorded as the hottest time in 122 years in India. However, this is just the first hot season.
Russian energy giant Gazprom announces sky-high profits
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Russian energy giant Gazprom announced its highest annual profit ever thanks to sharp increases in gas prices.
Russian newspaper: Ukraine's Kherson province switches to ruble use
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The southern Ukrainian province of Kherson will start using the Russian ruble as its currency instead of the hryvnia from May 1, according to Ria Novosti.
EU law circumvention to import Russian gas
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The EU increases imports of Russian gas through countries ready to pay in rubles.
Fire submerges Russian ammunition depot near Ukraine
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Fire submerged a Russian ammunition depot in the Belgorod region, bordering Ukraine, early on the morning of April 27.
Russia moves closer to gold payment requirements
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Russia is getting closer to the gold standard, requiring payment for goods to be determined by the gold content.
The private Boeing 767 townhouse is no different from a "flying villa"
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The Boeing 767 private plane is no different from a "flying villa" with 6 living areas, a family cinema, a conference room and a bathroom with a lotus pond and a marble table.
Russian ruble suddenly hits a spectacular peak
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The Russian ruble suddenly hit a nearly two-year high against the euro, while continuing to strengthen against the USD.
EU President calls on India to cut off oil and gas trade with Russia
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European Commission President Ursula von der Leyen called on India to cut off oil and gas trade with Russia, stressing that such business activities are not sustainable.
Russia sets conditions for continuing direct negotiations with Ukraine
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Russia said Ukraine needed to take "meaningful" steps before any important negotiations could take place.
North Korea photoshoot to celebrate important holiday
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On the evening of April 25, North Korea held a parade in Pyongyang to mark an important national anniversary.
Fierce fire, burns down 400 houses in Jakarta, Indonesia
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A total of 400 homes and stores in the Gembrong market area in East Jakarta, Indonesia, were burned down on the evening of April 24.
France suffers consequences for EU sanctions on Russian ships
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France has been forced to use its budget to pay for the handling of Russian ships being held at port amid sanctions.