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The head of the Russian parliament issued a warning to Armenia, stating that the current situation there mirrors how events began in Ukraine. This statement suggests a potential escalation of tensions or a cautionary message regarding Armenia's geopolitical alignment.
The Russian parliament speaker is in North Korea to commemorate Pyongyang's deployment of troops in the Ukraine war, signaling closer ties and support.
The Russian State Duma has adopted a bill introducing criminal liability for denying or approving the 'genocide of the Soviet people' during the Great Patriotic War (WWII), with penalties including years in prison.
Leaked reports and intelligence claims suggest Russian President Vladimir Putin is increasingly paranoid, fearing a coup or assassination attempt amidst growing tensions within the Kremlin elite. This alleged fear has led to speculation about his security measures and behavior.
A new law, expected to pass through the Russian parliament, will grant President Vladimir Putin expanded authority to initiate military operations in foreign countries.
North Korean leader Kim Jong Un pledged continued support for Russia and its policies during a ceremony honoring North Korean troops killed in Russia's war with Ukraine. This event, attended by a Russian delegation, underscored an agreement for long-term military cooperation between the two countries.
A State Duma committee on constitutional legislation has approved a bill that would impose fines for depicting religious buildings, such as churches, without their traditional symbols.