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Ramzan Kadyrov in the hospital: Is Russia looking at new candidates?
On July 24, while swimming in the afternoon, his condition deteriorated sharply, he had difficulty breathing and almost drowned. Kadyrov was pulled to the shore, provided first aid and taken to the hospital by ambulance. Novaya Gazeta previously reported that the Chechen leader had pancreatic necrosis. The publication also added that the Russian presidential administration is developing a scenario for a change of power in Chechnya.
Read more...7825.07.2025 17:13Kremlin fears: Is Russia-Azerbaijan on the brink of war?
Azerbaijani President Ilham Aliyev's call on the Ukrainian people to "never agree to occupation," "never surrender," and "never allow territorial integrity to be violated" has sparked serious debate in Russia.
Read more...9623.07.2025 10:29Mosques in Russia are said to be open to all in bad weather
Ildar Alyautdinov, Deputy Chairman of the Religious Administration of Muslims of Russia and Mufti of Moscow, said that mosques in the country are open to anyone suffering from heat or cold.
Read more...12716.07.2025 08:22Russian military to hold military exercises in Termez
According to the Russian Defense Ministry, the exercises will be held from July 15 to 21 at the Termez training ground. Military units will conduct exercises to identify and destroy illegal armed formations in the event of their entry into the border areas, fight against small enemy groups, and other exercises. The main part of the Russian military contingent is made up of units of the 201st military base located in Tajikistan.
Read more...16714.07.2025 09:46Bans on migrants lifted in one region of Russia
According to the amendments to the regional governor's decree, the bans will no longer apply to the following sectors: public catering (restaurants, cafes, canteens, etc.), transport services, hotel and accommodation services, and waste collection and disposal. This decision was made after employers complained about staff shortages.
Read more...14111.07.2025 06:45Is Russia being squeezed out of the Caucasus?
The talks between Azerbaijan and Armenia taking place in Abu Dhabi are not just a diplomatic meeting, but a historic event that marks the end of two centuries of Russian hegemony in the South Caucasus. This time, the Kremlin has been completely sidelined from the crucial peace process in the region.
Read more...23110.07.2025 11:21Minister fired by Putin shoots himself dead
The body of 53-year-old Starovoit, who was dismissed from his post as head of the Ministry of Transport by decree of Russian President Vladimir Putin, was found in the Odintsovo district of the city. The pistol that Starovoit was awarded to him was also found at the scene of his death. It is believed that he shot himself with the weapon he received from the leadership of the Ministry of Internal Affairs.
Read more...15308.07.2025 13:24Kyrgyzstan does not grant citizenship to Russians
Mikhail Zhukhovitsky, a Kyrgyz passport consultant, announced that applications submitted after January 24 of this year will not be considered. "Forget about Kyrgyzstan. It is impossible to get citizenship now. No matter how much money you pay," he said.
Read more...23607.07.2025 08:01Russia officially recognizes the Islamic Emirate of Afghanistan
Russia has become the first country in the world to officially recognize the Islamic Emirate of Afghanistan. Russian diplomat Dmitry Zhirnov said that Putin decided to recognize the Islamic Emirate of Afghanistan at the suggestion of Russian Foreign Minister Sergei Lavrov. The decision "demonstrates Russia's desire to establish a full-fledged partnership with Afghanistan."
Read more...23304.07.2025 06:20When did the enmity between Azerbaijan and Russia arise?
The problems in interstate relations between Russia and Azerbaijan began during the collapse of the USSR. In the early years of the Karabakh conflict, Azerbaijani society was quite inclined towards Russia. However, the introduction of Soviet troops into Baku in January 1990 had a negative impact on the attitude towards Russia in Azerbaijan. It was on January 20, 1990 that Moscow actually lost Azerbaijan.
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