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Kremlin directs Russian officials to frame war's conclusion as a 'victory'
According to sources from Russian media, the Kremlin has instructed regional officials to brace for the conclusion of the Russia-Ukraine war and to promote a specific "image of victory" among the populace.
In preparation for the war's end, Russian regional officials are reportedly being briefed by the presidential administration. During a seminar for deputy governors hosted by Vladimir Putin's administration in the Senezh Management Workshop near Moscow from November 27 to 30, discussions …
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Putin approves historic budget boost in military spending for 2025-2027
Russian president Vladimir Putin has signed the decree on the state budget for the 2025-2027 period, marking a historic increase in military spending. The document, published Sunday, December 1, on the legal information portal, highlights an unprecedented rise in defense allocations in modern Russia.
In 2025, the expenditure under the "National Defense" category is projected to reach 13.5 trillion rubles ($130 billion), or 6.31% of Russia's GDP and 41% of the country's total expenses. This …
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Kremlin warns of escalation as US authorizes long-range missile strikes into Russia
In a move generating sharp international reactions, the United States has reportedly authorized Ukraine to conduct long-range ATACMS missile strikes into Russian territory. According to Kremlin spokesperson Dmitry Peskov, this decision spearheads a "new level of tension" in the ongoing conflict. Peskov's remarks, broadcasted through by RIA Novosti, highlight that Moscow's stance on American long-range missiles striking inside Russia was firmly stated by President Vladimir Putin back in …
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Kremlin denies reports of Trump-Putin phone call
Kremlin spokesman Dmitry Peskov on Monday debunked denied suggesting a phone call took place between U.S. President-elect Donald Trump and Russian President Vladimir Putin. "There was no conversation," Peskov emphatically stated to journalists, pointing to the incident as an example of "the quality of information sometimes circulated even by reputable media outlets. This is entirely false. It's pure fiction, plain misinformation," he stressed.
Earlier, The Washington Post had cited unnamed …
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Pro-Kremlin blogger Yegor Guzenko detained in Russia
In a surprising turn of events, pro-Kremlin blogger Yegor Guzenko, known for his popular Telegram channel "The Thirteenth," has been detained in Novopavlovsk, Stavropol Krai. In a video statement recorded from the station, Guzenko revealed his detention, stating that he was held at the Kirovsky police department. "They even beat me during the detention. It was my first time back home, and this is the welcome I received," he said. The reasons for his detention remain undisclosed.
Reports from …
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Kremlin reaffirms commitment to Iranian partnership amid missile transfer reports
Moscow and Tehran will continue to cooperate in all areas, including the "most sensitive" ones, assured Dmitry Peskov. Moscow and Tehran will continue to cooperate in all areas, including the "most sensitive" ones, assured Dmitry Peskov.
Russia and Iran will develop cooperation in the interests of their peoples, Kremlin spokesperson Dmitry Peskov stated on Monday, September 9, amidst reports that Tehran had supplied Moscow with ballistic missiles.
"We have seen this report. Such information …
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Kremlin rules out peace talks with Ukraine amidst military operation in Kursk region
The Kremlin has deemed peace talks with Ukraine "inappropriate" for the time being, according to Yuri Ushakov, a foreign policy aide to Russian president Vladimir Putin. Ushakov suggested that the initiation of such negotiations would hinge on the evolving situation, particularly on the battlefield.
The Ukrainian Armed Forces' operation in Russia's Kursk region has rendered peace negotiations with Ukraine "inappropriate" for the Russian side, although Putin's "peace proposals" remain intact …
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Russia weighs military support for Georgia amid political turmoil
The Kremlin has expressed readiness to "assist" the pro-Russian party in Georgia in retaining power. Russia is prepared to deploy troops as soon as requested by Tbilisi, as stated by Russian Federation Council Deputy Andrei Klimov on July 21, according to TVpirveli.
Russia has assured that it will support the Georgian Dream party and cited concerns over a "coup" amid protests and public discontent in Georgia. Klimov warned that any coup would constitute interference by external forces in …
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Peskov: Russia seeks concrete steps from Ukraine amid talks of potential peace dialogue
Russia is anticipating "concrete actions" from Ukraine if Kyiv is indeed ready for a "peace dialogue", said the Kremlin spokesperson Dmitry Peskov during a briefing on Monday, July 22.
"What exactly is behind these words, what concrete plans are being discussed, what actions are being taken in this direction if the talk is serious—we cannot judge yet. We need to wait for concrete steps, if there will be any," Peskov said, commenting on the Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky's suggestion of …
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Kremlin rebrands Ukraine conflict in new propaganda guidance: 'Special Military Operation' term retired
The administration of the Russian president has introduced new directives for propagandists concerning the war in Ukraine, following President Vladimir Putin's remarks at the Shanghai Cooperation Organisation (SCO) summit in Astana. The document was obtained by the news outlet Meduza.
In the Kremlin’s new recommendations for pro-government and state-run media, the conflict is referred to as the "Ukrainian conflict". Previously, Russia’s incursion into the neighbouring country was termed a " …