Zelenskyy ready to meet Putin, Trump sees 'very good things'Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy is ready to meet with Russian President Vladimir Putin to discuss territorial issues and the future of the Zaporizhzhia Nuclear Power Plant, the Ukrainian Foreign Ministry said. U.S. President Donald Trump hinted at significant progress and a possible imminent ceasefire.
Deputies Forecast Telegram Blocking Ahead of ElectionsIn the Russian parliament, a possible blocking of the Telegram messenger is being actively discussed. A number of deputies expect the platform to be shut down by September 2026, ahead of the elections.
Kuzbass Residents React to PR Chief's ExitOpinions among Kuzbass residents are split regarding the departure of the region's main public relations manager, with some viewing it as scapegoating and others as a logical step.
Russia, US, Ukraine to Hold New Talks on February 1Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy announced that the next round of three-way talks with Russia and the U.S. is tentatively set for February 1 in Abu Dhabi.
Drozdenko reports to Putin on Leningrad Region drone defenseLeningrad Region Governor Alexander Drozdenko reported to Vladimir Putin on progress in protecting the region from drones, stating that 16 out of 17 planned defensive structures have been built.
Small business launches 'I am/We are Mashenka' flashmobEntrepreneurs are joining a flashmob to share stories of being at risk of closure due to tax burdens and mandatory labeling. The action began after the story of a bakery in Lyubertsy (Moscow region) that complained to the president.
Gorelkin Opposes Blocking of Educational Resource SitesFirst Deputy Chairman of the State Duma Committee on Information Policy Anton Gorelkin has spoken out against the pre-trial blocking of resources with answers to exam tasks and ready-made homework assignments.
Kommersant: Prosecutor of Bashkortostan May Leave PostIgor Pantyushin, the prosecutor of Bashkortostan, may soon resign from his position in Ufa, with reports suggesting a transfer to the federal prosecutor's office.
Putin's Special Envoy Names Key Aspect Hindering Ukraine TalksThe resumption of Ukraine peace talks remains uncertain as a Russian official criticizes President Zelenskyy's stance. Kirill Dmitriev, Putin's special representative, blamed Zelenskyy for hindering negotiations by refusing territorial compromises.
Putin's visit closes Palace Square in St. PetersburgTemporary barriers have been installed around Palace Square and the embankment in St. Petersburg. This is due to a working visit by President Vladimir Putin.
Putin to Meet Beglov and Drozdenko in St. PetersburgVladimir Putin, during his visit to Saint Petersburg, will hold working meetings with the city's governor Alexander Beglov and the head of Leningrad Oblast Alexander Drozdenko.
Nadezhdinsky Duma Head Alexander Sitnikov to Resign EarlyAlexander Sitnikov, chairman of the Nadezhdinsky District Duma in Primorsky Krai, is resigning early, with a scandal over bonuses for the district head cited as a key factor.
Son of Don Cossack Seeks Krasnodar Mayor, Returns to HomelandDmitry Vodolatsky, son of a State Duma deputy, built his career in Kuban, attempted to become Krasnodar's head, served in the military, and returned to work in his native Rostov Region.
