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Ukraine Invasion
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Ukraine Invasion
- Plight of Ukrainian civilians grows as Russian forces step up attacks VOA 15 May 2024 -- United Nations humanitarian workers are calling on Russia to immediately end its armed attacks in Ukraine as the intensification of fighting in the eastern part of the country in recent days causes a surge in civilian casualties and displacement, and the destruction of critical infrastructure.
- Ahead of China visit, Putin says he is ready to negotiate on Ukraine war VOA 15 May 2024 -- Russian President Vladimir Putin said in an interview with Chinese media Wednesday that Russia is ready to negotiate on the war in Ukraine.
- Putin says China clearly understands roots of Ukraine crisis Global Times 15 May 2024 -- Russian President Vladimir Putin said before his trip to China that Russia is open to a dialogue on Ukraine, but such negotiations must take into account the interests of all countries involved in the conflict, including Russia's, and he expressed positive views on China's position on the Ukraine crisis.
- Russian Troops Making Gains in Special Military Op On All Fronts Daily - Putin Sputnik 15 May 2024 -- The Russian armed forces are improving their tactical positions in all directions every day, Russian President Vladimir Putin said on Wednesday.
- Russian Forces Completely Liberate Village of Rabotino in Zaporozhye Region Sputnik 15 May 2024 -- The Russian Forces have completely liberated Rabotino, a village in the Zaporozhye region lying at strategic crossroads.
- Ukrainian Drone Downed Over Russia's Tatarstan - MoD Sputnik 15 May 2024 -- Russian air defense systems have downed a Ukrainian drone over the territory of the Republic of Tatarstan, the Russian Defense Ministry said on Wednesday.
- Russia's Air Defenses Down 10 ATACMS Missiles Over Crimea - MoD Sputnik 15 May 2024 -- Russian air defense systems shot down ten missiles of Army Tactical Missile Systems (ATACMS) over Crimea overnight, the Russian Defense Ministry said on Wednesday.
Defense Policy / Programs
- Meeting with military district commanders President of Russia 15 May 2024 -- Vladimir Putin held a meeting with military district commanders.
- Meeting on the defence industry complex President of Russia 15 May 2024 -- The President held a meeting at the Kremlin to discuss the defence industry complex development.
- Inside Russia's Improvised System For Mobilizing Men For The Ukraine War: An RFE/RL Investigation RFE/RL 15 May 2024 -- The job recruitment ad, sent via WhatsApp, was short and sweet, aimed at a potential recruit: apply for a position with the national railway company - and end up fighting in the "special military operation," the Kremlin's euphemism for the war in Ukraine.
Foreign Policy
- Excerpts from the briefing by Foreign Ministry Spokeswoman Maria Zakharova, Moscow, May 15, 2024 Russia Ministry of Foreign Affairs 15 May 2024
- Putin Heads To China With Military Ties Front And Center RFE/RL 15 May 2024 -- Russian President Vladimir Putin will visit China for a two-day state visit where he's set to press Chinese leader Xi Jinping for more support to sustain his country's sanctions-hit economy and war machine in Ukraine.
- Interview to Xinhua News Agency President of Russia 15 May 2024 -- Ahead of his state visit to the People's Republic of China, Vladimir Putin gave a written interview to the Chinese news agency Xinhua.
- Foreign Minister Sergey Lavrov's video message to the participants in the 8th Young Diplomats Forum of the Organisation of Islamic Cooperation Countries, May 15, 2024 Russia Ministry of Foreign Affairs 15 May 2024
- Seoul's decision to attend Putin inauguration leaves door open for diplomatic relations VOA 14 May 2024 -- In a move that contrasts with the United States, South Korea had its ambassador in Moscow attend Russian President Vladimir Putin's inauguration, seemingly leaving its options open for maintaining diplomatic relations with Russia amid Moscow's deepening ties with Pyongyang.
- Comment by Foreign Minister Margus Tsahkna on the Riigikogu adopting the law on using frozen assets Estonia MFA 15 May 2024 -- Comment by Foreign Minister Margus Tsahkna on the Riigikogu adopting the law on using frozen assets:
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