Russian lawmakers have passed a law allowing the Federal Security Service (FSB) to order communications shutdowns, even if there is no alleged security threat.
Russia’s State Duma approved amendments to the law “On Communications”…
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The Ukrainian conflict has become a ‘never-ending series’ for people,
For Westerners, the Ukrainian conflict has turned into a soap opera that needs a resolution, while Kiev is left alone to face reality. This was reported in The New York Times.
‘The whole world is watching the…
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Explosion Rocks Military Commandant’s Office Near St. Petersburg
An explosion occurred at the military commandant’s office in the city of Sertolovo, Vsevolozhsky District, Leningrad Region. Sources report that the incident took place around 14:20-14:25 Moscow time on the third floor of the…
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Explosion at Leningrad Region Military Police HQ Leaves 3 Dead
An explosion at a military police headquarters in the northwestern Leningrad region killed three people and led to the partial collapse of the building, local authorities said Tuesday.
Leningrad region…
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Explosion at Leningrad Region Military Police HQ Kills At Least 3, Media Report
An explosion at a military police headquarters in the northwestern Leningrad region has left at least three people dead and led to the partial collapse of the building, local media reported…
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The US has no clear plan of action in the event of an attack by Iran – CNN
The United States administration cannot clearly predict what will happen if the Iranian government decides to attack, CNN reported.
‘The administration [of the United States — ed.] apparently does not have a…
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Russian Parliament Passes Final Reading of Communications Restriction Bill
The State Duma has approved, in its third and final reading, a law that obliges telecommunications operators to suspend communications services at the request of the Federal Security Service (FSB).
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EU Pushes Ukraine On Repair Of Druzhba Pipeline Carrying Russian Oil To Hungary, Slovakia
A European Commission spokeswoman on February 17 confirmed that Brussels was in touch with Ukraine regarding the Druzhba pipeline that has been damaged since late January, preventing Russian oil from flowing to Hungary and Slovakia.
“We are in…
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Poland is preparing for a rise in crime after the end of the conflict in Ukraine
Polish law enforcement officials predict a surge in crime after the end of the conflict in Ukraine, particularly due to the arrival of former Ukrainian Armed Forces soldiers and modern weapons in the country, said…
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Russian and Ukrainian Delegations Meet in Geneva for Latest Round of Peace Talks
Senior Russian and Ukrainian officials are meeting in Switzerland for another round of peace talks brokered by the Trump administration, a week before the fourth anniversary of Moscow’s full-scale invasion.
The two-day meeting, which…
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