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Why Russia’s nuclear program still runs on Western equipment
WorldNetDaily
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July 5, 2025
When the United States and European Union (EU) imposed sanctions on Russia after the Kremlin’s full-scale invasion of Ukraine, they did so with fanfare. The goal was clear: restrict military development, isolate key industrial inputs, and stall...
Russia Jailed Hacker Who Worked for Ukrainian Intelligence to Launch Cyberattacks on Critical Infrastructure
Cyber Security News
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July 5, 2025
Russian Federal Security Service (FSB) officers have detained two hackers in Siberia who conducted cyberattacks on critical infrastructure facilities under direct orders from Ukrainian intelligence services. The simultaneous arrests in the...
Russian Embassy In Sweden Attacked By Drone Again
Charter 97
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Illustrative photo A bag of paint was dropped. During the "attack" from a drone on the territory of the Russian trade mission "a bag with paint was dropped" The Russian trade mission in Sweden was subjected to another "drone attack" on Saturday...
Russian Companies' Debts To The Pension Fund Have Doubled
Charter 97
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2 Pension and benefit payments are in jeopardy. Debt of Russian companies on insurance contributions - i.e. contributions for pension and medical care of employees - for the period from January to March 2025 increased by 22% and reached 352...
BRICS Bank Governors Ratify the Accession of Colombia and Uzbekistan
teleSUR
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The President of the New Development Bank, Dilma Rousseff (ci), accompanied by the President of Brazil, Luis Inácio Lula da Silva (cd) and representatives of the member countries of the bank, pose during the opening ceremony of the X Annual...
The UN chief condemns the Russian strikes on Ukraine, warns against the risk of nuclear security
The European Times
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July 5, 2025
In a statement Emitted by his spokesperson, António Guterres expressed his alarm in the face of dangerous escalation and the growing bankruptcy of civilians. He reiterated that attacks on civilians and critical infrastructure is prohibited under...
Russian FM extends Independence Day greetings to US
MENAFN
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July 5, 2025
(MENAFN) Russian Foreign Minister Sergey Lavrov has extended Independence Day greetings to U.S. Secretary of State Marco Rubio and the American public, marking the July 4 holiday with a message focused on diplomacy and the potential for improved...
NHL Trade News: Dmitri Voronkov signs two-year, $8.35 million contract extension with Columbus Blue Jackets
The Times of India
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The Columbus Blue Jackets have secured an important piece of their young core, announcing a two-year contract extension for forward Dmitri Voronkov. The 24-year-old, who just completed his second NHL season, will remain in Columbus through the...
Russia is paying schoolgirls to have babies: Why higher birth rate advocacy is on rise around world?
The Tribune (Chandigarh)
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July 5, 2025
In some parts of Russia, schoolgirls who become pregnant are being paid more than 1,00,000 roubles (nearly £900) for giving birth and raising their babies. This new measure, introduced in the past few months across 10 regions, is part of Russia's...
Russian pipeline gas exports to EU fall Reuters
Pennsylvania Sun
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The major decline in deliveries in June reportedly occurred due to maintenance of the gas-pumping infrastructure Russian natural gas exports to the EU saw a sharp month-over-month contraction of 18.3% in June, according to data compiled by...
Russia launches largest aerial assault of war
News Tribune - Missouri
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July 5, 2025
KYIV, Ukraine (AP) -- Waves of drones and missiles targeted Kyiv overnight in the largest aerial assault since Russia's invasion of Ukraine began more than three years ago, officials said Friday, amid a renewed Russian push to capture more of its...
Russian Economy Rapidly Slowing, Risks Rising IMF
MENAFN
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July 5, 2025
(MENAFN- Trend News Agency) BAKU, Azerbaijan, July 5. Russian economy is rapidly slowing and the risks are rising, Julie Kozack, Director, Communications Department at the International Monetary Fund (IMF), said during a briefing, Trend reports....
Georgian restaurateur in Czech Republic linked to alleged Russian underworld figures and Kremlin-backed foundation
Weekly Blitz
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July 5, 2025
Georgian restaurateur in Czech Republic linked to alleged Russian underworld figures and Kremlin-backed foundation The Pirosmani restaurant in Karlovy Vary, a picturesque spa town in the Czech Republic known for its hot springs and elegant...
Warning Signs for Russia’s Economy Are Flashing Red
Political Wire
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July 5, 2025
“Russia’s sanctions-defying economy, propelled higher by the Ukraine war, is suddenly coming back down to earth,” the Wall Street Journal reports. “Fueled by massive military spending and steady oil exports, Russia recorded some of the highest...
Russia Has Become Depopulated: The Authorities Are Panicking
Charter 97
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Rosstat has closed all data on demographics. The Russian authorities have closed almost all demographic statistics. This week's report on Russia's socio-economic situation for May did not include the usual information on natural population growth,...
China Needs Russia Fighting in Ukraine So Conflict Keeps Trump Occupied: Report
The Western Journal
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July 5, 2025
A top Chinese diplomat told his European counterpart that his country needs Russia to keep fighting in Ukraine to distract the United States from focusing on Beijing, Hong Kong’s paper of record reported last week. According to a Friday report in...
Russia considers visa-free entry for Saudi citizens
Gulf News
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“We appreciate the Kingdom’s responsible and principled approach to the Ukrainian crisis,” Lavrov said. He also commended Saudi Arabia's role in supporting regional stability, particularly its contributions to peace efforts in Yemen. Focus on Gaza...
The military sector strategic, economic, and social value
Oman Observer
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July 5, 2025
Whether a small island nation or a continental superpower, the military sectors directly shape how citizens experience security, work opportunities, and even everyday technology. Governments routinely test the limits of their budgets, weighing...
Ukrainian Intelligence Captures Nigerian Soldier in Russian Army at Zaporizhzhia Front
Mezha
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July 5, 2025
This was reported today, July 5, by the press service of the Main Intelligence Directorate In the Zaporizhzhia direction, during active combat operations, fighters of the GUR “Legion of Russia’s Freedom” captured a foreigner who served in the...
'Viable bomb' at Russian-owned site in Ireland treated as potential war revenge attack
Offaly Live
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July 5, 2025
A SUSPECT device found at Aughinish Alumina on Friday was a “viable bomb”, Limerick Live has learned. The planned attack is being treated as a “serious threat to human life”. A garda spokesperson said gardaí were alerted following the discovery of...