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Trump addresses Ukraine and Greenland issues in DavosTrump addresses Ukraine and Greenland issues in Davos
Trump addresses Ukraine and Greenland issues in DavosDonald Trump stated that the threat of World War III over Ukraine has been eliminated and argued that Europe should handle the conflict, speaking at the World Economic Forum in Davos.
Trump Envoy to Meet Putin in Moscow for Ukraine NegotiationsTrump Envoy to Meet Putin in Moscow for Ukraine Negotiations
Trump Envoy to Meet Putin in Moscow for Ukraine NegotiationsU.S. special envoy Stephen Whitkoff will meet with Russian President Vladimir Putin on January 22 for talks on Ukraine, as confirmed by the Kremlin.
Property Committee Explains Suspension of Shopping Center DemolitionProperty Committee Explains Suspension of Shopping Center Demolition
Property Committee Explains Suspension of Shopping Center DemolitionThe St. Petersburg Property Control Committee commented on the situation with the unfinished demolition of the 'Maxi Sopot' shopping center near Primorskaya metro station, which has been criticized by deputies.
‘This is wrong and destructive’: State Duma bans photography after Volodin criticizes media‘This is wrong and destructive’: State Duma bans photography after Volodin criticizes media
‘This is wrong and destructive’: State Duma bans photography after Volodin criticizes mediaThe State Duma has banned media photographers from filming plenary sessions, citing speaker Volodin's criticism of their coverage. When the restriction will be lifted is not known.
Head of Primorsko-Akhtarsky District Resigns After SearchesHead of Primorsko-Akhtarsky District Resigns After Searches
Head of Primorsko-Akhtarsky District Resigns After SearchesThe head of Primorsko-Akhtarsky District in Russia's Krasnodar Krai has resigned after security forces conducted searches at his premises.
Privmor-Akhtarsk head posts Swan Lake after security visitPrivmor-Akhtarsk head posts Swan Lake after security visit
Privmor-Akhtarsk head posts Swan Lake after security visitSearches were conducted at the official's home the day before.
Prosecutor General's Office files lawsuit to nationalize packaging producer
Prosecutor General's Office files lawsuit to nationalize packaging producerThe Russian Prosecutor General's Office is demanding the nationalization of Pechatnya, a major packaging producer in St. Petersburg. An arbitration court has already frozen all shares of the enterprise.
Saratov Governor Reprimands Education Minister Over School MealsSaratov Governor Reprimands Education Minister Over School Meals
Saratov Governor Reprimands Education Minister Over School MealsGovernor Roman Busargin reprimanded the region's education minister and his deputy after systemic failures in school meal provision were identified.
Voronezh Region Leads National Anti-Corruption RankingVoronezh Region Leads National Anti-Corruption Ranking
Voronezh Region Leads National Anti-Corruption RankingA study by the Center for Political Information evaluated Russian regions on metrics including government procurement transparency, official dismissals, and uncovered corruption cases.
Ministry of Finance Rejects Claims on Imperial Russian DebtsMinistry of Finance Rejects Claims on Imperial Russian Debts
Ministry of Finance Rejects Claims on Imperial Russian DebtsDeputy Finance Minister Vladimir Kolychev stated that Russia has no obligations to repay 1916 tsarist bonds amounting to $225.8 billion.
Greenland and Denmark Brace for War Over Trump's Island BidGreenland and Denmark Brace for War Over Trump's Island Bid
Greenland and Denmark Brace for War Over Trump's Island BidGreenland has advised residents to stockpile five days of food and water amid fears of a U.S. invasion, escalating tensions over President Trump's desire to acquire the island.
Source: Searches conducted at Krasnodar Krai transport minister's officeSource: Searches conducted at Krasnodar Krai transport minister's office
Source: Searches conducted at Krasnodar Krai transport minister's officeAuthorities have searched the office of the transport minister in Krasnodar Krai, with ministry officials refusing to comment by hanging up the phone.
Russian Deputy Environment Minister Inspects Gas Network in ChitaRussian Deputy Environment Minister Inspects Gas Network in Chita
Russian Deputy Environment Minister Inspects Gas Network in ChitaA delegation from Russia's Ministry of Natural Resources led by Deputy Minister Maxim Korolkov visited Chita to discuss flood control and the delayed gasification project with Governor Alexander Osipov.
Payments for Sverdlovsk Region SVO Participants IncreasedPayments for Sverdlovsk Region SVO Participants Increased
Payments for Sverdlovsk Region SVO Participants IncreasedA one-time payment for military personnel from Sverdlovsk Region has been increased by 200 thousand rubles (about $2,000 at current rates).
SVO Participants in Sverdlovsk Oblast to Receive Higher PaymentsSVO Participants in Sverdlovsk Oblast to Receive Higher Payments
SVO Participants in Sverdlovsk Oblast to Receive Higher PaymentsOne-time allowances for special military operation participants in Sverdlovsk Oblast have been increased by hundreds of thousands of rubles, with payments now reaching 2.7 million rubles ($27,000 at current rates).
Star City Head Barishevsky Resigns Amid Bribery SuspicionsStar City Head Barishevsky Resigns Amid Bribery Suspicions
Star City Head Barishevsky Resigns Amid Bribery SuspicionsThe head of the Star City municipality near Moscow, detained on suspicion of bribery, stated he stepped down of his own accord, calling the decision difficult.
Greenland Prime Minister Orders Preparation for US Invasion
Greenland Prime Minister Orders Preparation for US InvasionGreenland Prime Minister Jens-Frederic Nielsen has ordered the start of preparations for a possible military invasion by the United States. The autonomous government will form a working group to inform the population and recommend creating a five-day food supply.
Former Fakel President and Ex-Speaker: Vladimir Klyuchnikov of Voronezh Regional DumaFormer Fakel President and Ex-Speaker: Vladimir Klyuchnikov of Voronezh Regional Duma
Former Fakel President and Ex-Speaker: Vladimir Klyuchnikov of Voronezh Regional DumaVladimir Klyuchnikov has been a deputy in the Voronezh Regional Duma without interruption since 1997, making him one of its longest-serving members.
New fines for street trading proposed in St. Petersburg
New fines for street trading proposed in St. PetersburgSt. Petersburg deputies have proposed imposing large fines on owners of trading kiosks who rent them out without having legal rights to do so.
Former Omsk Minister Sues Over Lands at SibNIIKhFormer Omsk Minister Sues Over Lands at SibNIIKh
Former Omsk Minister Sues Over Lands at SibNIIKhAlexander Butakov, a former Omsk region official, is taking legal action after his lands at SibNIIKh were included in the city's forest boundaries.
Chita's 'Zabaykalsky Prizyv' Seeks Department Heads and Deputy MinistersChita's 'Zabaykalsky Prizyv' Seeks Department Heads and Deputy Ministers
Chita's 'Zabaykalsky Prizyv' Seeks Department Heads and Deputy MinistersThe 'Zabaykalsky Prizyv' project is recruiting for senior government positions in Chita through a competition. Applications are accepted from residents of any Russian region until January 30.
Court Cancels Activist's Case for Posting Navalny Photo
Court Cancels Activist's Case for Posting Navalny PhotoA Russian appeals court has overturned the conviction of activist Savva Fedoseyev, who was arrested for displaying a photo of Alexei Navalny. This marks the first successful appeal of such a case in Russia.
Artem Chebotarev Leaves 'Just Russia — Patriots — For Truth' PartyArtem Chebotarev Leaves 'Just Russia — Patriots — For Truth' Party
Artem Chebotarev Leaves 'Just Russia — Patriots — For Truth' PartyA deputy from Saratov has left the regional branch of the Just Russia — Patriots — For Truth party. The party confirmed his exit, stating an official comment is being prepared.
Deputy Igor Cheremis Assigned to BARS-33 Volunteer UnitDeputy Igor Cheremis Assigned to BARS-33 Volunteer Unit
Deputy Igor Cheremis Assigned to BARS-33 Volunteer UnitIgor Cheremis, chairman of the social policy committee in Primorye's Legislative Assembly, will serve in the special military operation for six months, joining the volunteer detachment BARS-33.