Epstein Files Leak Reveals Russian Political ConnectionsThe U.S. Justice Department has released a massive trove of documents related to Jeffrey Epstein, with data on celebrities and Russian politicians sparking conspiracy theories.
Iran Publishes List of Protest VictimsThe administration of Iran's president published a list of citizens killed during recent mass protests on February 1. The list contains 2,986 names, while the official death toll is 3,117 people.
New round of Russia-Ukraine talks in Abu DhabiRussian and Ukrainian delegations are preparing for a new round of negotiations in Abu Dhabi, with the territorial question remaining the main sticking point, and the meetings expected to proceed without U.S. involvement.
Heating and Hot Water Restored in KronstadtThe supply of heat and hot water from the Tsitadelskaya boiler house has been resumed. Housing organizations are connecting houses to the system.
Former Nokian Tyres Plant Changes Owner AgainThe Ikon Tyres enterprise in Vsevolozhsk, previously owned by the Finnish company Nokian Tyres, has come under the control of JSC Tatneftkhiminvest-Holding. The ownership change was registered in the Unified State Register of Legal Entities on January 29.
St. Petersburg boosts transport amid frostsAuthorities in St. Petersburg have taken additional measures to ensure uninterrupted operation of public transport due to expected severe cold.
Trump says Russia-Ukraine talks can proceed without USUS President Donald Trump revealed that Russia and Ukraine are prepared to hold talks without American involvement, though he did not specify the US role in future negotiations.
Russia Agrees to Halt Ukraine Strikes for TalksRussia has agreed to US President Donald Trump's request to refrain from strikes on Ukraine until February 1 to facilitate negotiations, according to Kremlin spokesman Dmitry Peskov.
Official Loses Court Case Over Signature on OrderThe Russian Constitutional Court has affirmed that officials are personally liable for decisions they sign, even without participation in the decision-making process, following a five-year legal dispute over a 50,000 ruble fine (approximately $500 at current rates).