08:26, 09 Dec
The Russian army has captured Blagodatnoye in the Donetsk People's Republic.
The Russian Ministry of Defense reported the capture of the settlement of Blagodatnoye in the Donetsk People's Republic (DPR). The agency clarified that the village is also known as the October State Farm.
08:26, 09 Dec
The hotline will be surrounded by a neural network.
To address the inquiries from Russian citizens in preparation for the traditional direct line with the president, a multimodal neural network will be utilized for the first time. Additionally, veterans of the Special Military Operation who have suffered injuries related to vision and hearing loss will serve as operators during the reception of appeals. This information was shared with journalists by the People's Front, whose volunteers began working on the citizens' requests to the head of state on Sunday.
08:26, 09 Dec
New laws are on the horizon that could change everything! With severe penalties for rebellion and aiding enemies, the stakes have never been higher. Discover how these shocking amendments...
On December 11, the State Duma plans to review a bill addressing the differentiation of penalties for armed rebellion, which will include several amendments for the second reading. The Criminal Code will be updated with a new article that holds foreigners accountable for assisting the enemy in activities that threaten the security of the Russian Federation. Additionally, for Russian citizens, treason in the form of switching allegiance to the enemy will now encompass not only joining their military but also voluntarily taking a job with organizations that engage in "targeted activities against the security of the Russian Federation." Lawyers interviewed by "Kommersant" deemed these changes logical and a necessary closure of existing gaps in the legislation.
08:26, 09 Dec
Khinshtein shared his experience of spending the night in his office due to an overwhelming workload.
The acting governor of the Kursk region, Alexander Khinshtein, shared insights about his initial days in office. He noted that the workload in the region is so extensive that he opted to spend the night in his office. He emphasized that President Vladimir Putin was correct in highlighting the need for a crisis management approach in the region.
08:26, 08 Dec
Khinshtein stated that he has no plans to rush the changes in the government of the Kursk region.
The acting governor of the Kursk region, Alexander Khinshtein, announced his intention to meet with each member of the regional government before starting his work. In a conversation with journalists, he emphasized that he does not plan to make "hasty conclusions" or change the leadership of the Kursk region. His remarks were reported by "RIA Novosti."
08:26, 08 Dec
The direct line with Putin will begin on December 19 at 12:00 PM.
The Kremlin's press service announced that the combined live Q&A session and large press conference with President Vladimir Putin will commence on December 19 at 12:00 PM Moscow time. During the live broadcast, the president will summarize the year's events and address questions from journalists and citizens, as confirmed by the press service.
08:26, 08 Dec
Khinshtein: The Kursk region will soon be liberated from the enemy.
The acting governor of the Kursk region, Alexander Khinshtein, stated that the situation in the area remains challenging due to the August attack by the Armed Forces of Ukraine. At the same time, he expressed confidence that the Kursk region will soon be fully liberated.
08:26, 07 Dec
Peskov did not link the change of the head of the Kursk region to any complaints regarding the authorities.
The Governor of the Kursk region, Alexey Smirnov, has resigned on his own accord, as stated by the president's press secretary, Dmitry Peskov. He did not link Mr. Smirnov's departure to any expressed grievances against him.
08:26, 07 Dec
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08:26, 07 Dec
The shortest gubernatorial terms.
Sergey Sokol served as the acting governor of the Irkutsk region for just 28 days, from May 11 to June 8, 2009. He was appointed by presidential decree following the tragic death of the regional leader, Igor Yesipovsky, in a plane crash. However, on May 28, the president submitted the candidacy of Senator Dmitry Mezentsev to the regional legislative assembly, who subsequently took over the position.
08:26, 07 Dec
A political shake-up is underway as a new leader steps in to tackle a region's crisis! With a reputation for fierce battles against corruption, will this bold appointment bring the change...
In the Kursk region, where fighting has been ongoing since early August, the governor has changed for the second time this year. Alexey Smirnov has resigned after serving a remarkably brief term of just over 200 days. According to reports from "Kommersant," the presidential administration believed that Mr. Smirnov had failed to establish effective communication with the local population, which resulted in protests from displaced persons in frontline areas. Additionally, sources within the region suggest that there was an internal elite conflict. The acting governor appointed is Alexander Khinshtein, a deputy in the State Duma, who is regarded as one of the most prominent public politicians within the "United Russia" party.
08:26, 07 Dec
The government has set a standardized fee for exams for migrants.
Prime Minister Mikhail Mishustin has signed a decree establishing a unified fee for exams for migrants. The cost will range from 3,000 to 5,900 rubles.
08:26, 06 Dec
TASS reports that a meeting of the Human Rights Council featuring Vladimir Putin may take place on December 10.
A meeting between Russian President Vladimir Putin and the Council for the Development of Civil Society and Human Rights (HRC) is expected to take place on December 10, according to a source within the council cited by TASS. Earlier, HRC head Valery Fadeev mentioned that a session involving Vladimir Putin is scheduled for the upcoming week.
08:26, 06 Dec
Volodin: The State Duma will assist Khinshtein in the socio-economic development of the Kursk region.
The Chairman of the State Duma, Vyacheslav Volodin, announced that the lower house of parliament aims to assist the acting governor of the Kursk region, Alexander Khinshtein, in addressing the multifaceted development of the region amid challenging circumstances.
08:26, 06 Dec
Khinshtein expressed that being appointed head of the Kursk region is an honor.
Alexander Khinshtein, who was appointed as the acting governor of the Kursk region just recently, announced that he will be traveling to the area shortly to begin his duties. He emphasized that there is "a lot of work to be done" in the Kursk region, and expressed that his appointment to this position is "a great honor."
08:26, 06 Dec
Starovoyt revealed the reasons behind the resignation of the Kursk governor.
The Minister of Transport and former governor of the Kursk region, Roman Starovoit, considers the most pressing issue in the region to be the issuance of housing certificates. This challenge now falls to the new head, Alexander Khinshtein. The Minister pointed out that the authorities in the Kursk region have recently faced "communication issues with the public" and difficulties in providing support for those affected by the Ukrainian invasion.
08:26, 06 Dec
Peskov explained why Putin appointed Khinstain to lead the Kursk region.
Press Secretary Dmitry Peskov announced that former head of the Kursk region, Alexey Smirnov, has voluntarily resigned and will be moving on to a new job. However, Peskov did not specify what position Mr. Smirnov will take. He explained the appointment of Alexander Khinshtein as the acting head of the region by citing the need for crisis management.
08:26, 05 Dec
In Chechnya, the formation of a new regiment has been announced, consisting of over 2,000 fighters.
Since the beginning of the Russian special operation in Ukraine, four regiments and five battalions have been established in Chechnya for the Ministry of Defense and the National Guard, announced the head of the republic's government, Magomed Daudov. He also mentioned that another regiment is currently being formed for the military department during a live broadcast with Chechnya's leader, Ramzan Kadyrov, aired by the Chechen State Television and Radio Company "Grozny."
08:26, 05 Dec
Vladimir Putin maintained his composure at the forum.
On December 4th, Russian President Vladimir Putin participated in the 15th VTB Investment Forum "Russia Calls!" This occasion prompted him, as reported by special correspondent Andrey Kolesnikov from “Kommersant,” to recall stories from his time in Germany, express sympathy for the American dollar, and staunchly defend the elected American president, as well as the peoples of Africa, who are already grateful for everything they have.
08:26, 05 Dec
Sergei Lavrov has arrived in Malta for the OSCE Foreign Ministers' meeting.
Russian Foreign Minister Sergey Lavrov has arrived in Malta for a visit, where he will participate in the meeting of the Council of Foreign Ministers of the participating countries of the Organization for Security and Co-operation in Europe (OSCE). According to a correspondent from "Kommersant," Lavrov is expected to hold several bilateral meetings with his counterparts during the OSCE meeting. This visit marks Mr. Lavrov's first trip to a European Union country since February 2022.
08:26, 05 Dec
Ryabkov: Russia is open to considering Trump's proposals on Ukraine, but there is one condition.
Russia's Deputy Foreign Minister Sergey Ryabkov stated that Moscow is open to considering the proposals of the elected U.S. President Donald Trump regarding the resolution of the situation in Ukraine; however, it will not compromise its own interests.
08:26, 05 Dec
Putin may attend the United Russia congress on December 14.
President Vladimir Putin may attend the United Russia congress scheduled for December 14. This was announced by Vladimir Vasilyev, the head of the party's faction in the State Duma.
08:26, 04 Dec
Putin: Those who wish to destroy Russia are the ones talking about its strategic defeat.
Russian President Vladimir Putin stated that external forces calling for a strategic defeat of Russia aim to destroy the nation. He emphasized that there have always been individuals ready to defend the country in times of threat. Recently, the President visited the Center for Innovative Technologies in Orthopedics (CITO), where he engaged with servicemen undergoing rehabilitation after receiving prosthetic implants.
08:26, 04 Dec
The court has granted the Justice Ministry's request to dissolve the "Rodina" association.
The Khamovnichesky Court of Moscow has agreed to the Ministry of Justice's request to remove information about the All-Russian Public Organization "National-Patriotic Union 'Rodina'" from the state register, as reported by the court's press service.
08:26, 04 Dec
A sniper training center near Vladivostok could be established by the end of 2025.
The "Vostok" sniper training center, located near the administrative center of Primorye, is set to be completed by the end of 2025, provided that necessary funding is secured. This announcement was made during a visit to the region by Yuri Trutnev, the presidential envoy to the Far Eastern Federal District. The total cost of the project has not been specified.
08:26, 04 Dec
Peskov announced whether Putin will meet with major business leaders before the end of the year.
President Vladimir Putin traditionally holds meetings with representatives of Russia's largest businesses, announced his press secretary, Dmitry Peskov. This was his response to a question about whether Mr. Putin would meet with business leaders before the end of the year.
08:26, 04 Dec
Zhirinovsky's daughter will participate in the State Duma elections in 2026.
Anastasia Botsan-Kharchenko, the daughter of the founder of the LDPR, Vladimir Zhirinovsky, will be the party's candidate for the State Duma elections in 2026. This information was confirmed to "Kommersant" by Stanislav Naumov, the deputy head of the faction in the Duma.
08:26, 03 Dec
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According to political analysts interviewed by “Kommersant,” the ruling party, United Russia, is expected to secure the planned 55% of votes through party lists in the 2026 State Duma elections, even under a scenario of inertia and without significant effort. In the absence of unexpected challenges (often referred to as "black swans") and if the trend of societal consolidation continues, the party may even aim for higher results. Most opposition parties in the Duma will likely have to share votes with United Russia, with the exception of the "New People" party. However, analysts believe that the most significant impact from this vote shift may be felt by "Fair Russia – For Truth."
08:26, 03 Dec
The Ministry of Defense reported the training of over 300,000 contract soldiers for the special military operation.
Over 300,000 contract soldiers have undergone training in reserve regiments this year to address tasks related to the special military operation (SMO). This was reported by Ivan Buvaltsev, the head of the Main Combat Training Directorate (GUBP) of the Russian Armed Forces.
08:26, 03 Dec
Zahrova suggested that Biden Jr. assist Zelensky in overcoming his addiction.
Maria Zakharova, the official spokesperson for the Russian Foreign Ministry, expressed the view that Hunter Biden, who was pardoned by his father, U.S. President Joe Biden, should begin his efforts to help those suffering from addiction by reaching out to Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky.
