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Ukraine Invasion
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Ukraine Invasion

• The Russian "out of control" drone that crashed in Gaigalava parish was a "Shahed" type drone Latvia MOD 09 Sep 2024 -- The Russian unmanned aerial vehicle (UAV) that crashed in Rēzekne municipality on Saturday, 7 September, was a a "Shahed" type drone and it landed in Gaigalava parish, the defence sector leadership informed at a meeting with the media.
• West Does Not Want to Make Fair Agreements on Ukrainian Conflict With Russia - Lavrov Sputnik 09 Sep 2024 -- Russia's top diplomat Sergey Lavrov commented on most acute foreign policy issues, including Ukrainian crisis and Mideast conflict.
• Ukraine Loses Over 11,400 Troops During Operation in Kursk Region Sputnik 09 Sep 2024 -- The Russian armed forces have eliminated more than 11,400 Ukrainian servicepeople and 89 tanks during military operations in the border areas of the Kursk Region, the Russian Defense Ministry said on Monday.
• Russia: Statement by the Spokesperson on regional elections and their non-applicability to Ukrainian territories European External Action Service (EEAS) 09 Sep 2024 -- Russia conducted partial regional and local elections, including in the illegally annexed Autonomous Republic of Crimea and the city of Sevastopol from 6-8 September. The European Union strongly condemns the holding of these so-called "elections" by Russia on Ukrainian territory. They constitute another act of violation of international law, the UN Charter and Ukraine's sovereignty, independence and territorial integrity.

Defense Policy / Programs

• Meeting with Novgorod Region Governor Andrei Nikitin President of Russia 09 Sep 2024 -- Vladimir Putin held a working meeting with Novgorod Region Governor Andrei Nikitin, who briefed the President on the social and economic development of the region.
• Kremlin denies reports of Iranian missile transfers to Russia IRNA 09 Sep 2024 -- Kremlin spokesman Dmitry Peskov has responded to allegations that Iran is supplying missiles to Russia, stating that such reports do not always reflect the truth.
• Russia rejects US media reports about receiving ballistic missiles from Iran Press TV 09 Sep 2024 -- The Kremlin has rejected US media reports claiming that Iran has sent short-range ballistic missiles to Russia to be used in the ongoing war in Ukraine.
• Kremlin on Reports of Iran Allegedly Supplying Missiles: Such Information Not Always True Sputnik 09 Sep 2024 -- Kremlin spokesman Dmitry Peskov said on Monday, commenting on reports that Iran is allegedly supplying missiles, that such information not always corresponds to reality.
• EU Hints At 'Swift' Response Over Iran Missile Supplies To Russia RFE/RL 09 Sep 2024 -- The European Union on September 9 described as "credible" information provided by allies suggesting Iran has supplied short-range ballistic missiles to Russia to help Moscow wage war in Ukraine and hinted at a "swift" response.
• Iran cmdr. rejects allegations of supplying missiles to Russia as 'psychological warfare' Press TV 09 Sep 2024 -- A senior Iranian commander has categorically rejected allegations that Tehran is providing missiles to Russia for the Ukraine war.
• Tankmen of Southern MD's military base in Republic of Armenia undergo driving drills Russia MoD 09 Sep 2024 -- Tank crews of the Southern MD's military base in the Republic of Armenia underwent drills, during which they honed driving skills when manoeuvring, at the Alagyaz highland training ground.
• CSTO CRRF prepares to perform joint operation during Interaction 2024, Search 2024, and Echelon 2024 drills Russia MoD 09 Sep 2024 -- The second plan of the Interaction 2024 command post exercise, Search 2024 and Echelon 2024 drills, during which a joint operation of the CSTO Collective Rapid Reaction Force (CRRF) to resolve an armed conflict in the Central Asia region was prepared.
• Beijing Confirms Wang Visit To Russia, Military Exercise With Russian Forces RFE/RL 09 Sep 2024 -- China's Foreign Ministry announced on September 9 that Foreign Minister Wang Yi will visit Russia for a security meeting in St. Petersburg this week of BRICS group officials, with the visit and joint military exercises in the western Pacific underscoring Beijing and Moscow's cooperation on the international stage.
• China, Russia to hold joint exercise in Sea of Japan, Sea of Okhotsk in September Global Times 09 Sep 2024 -- China and Russia will hold a joint naval and air exercise in the Sea of Japan and the Sea of Okhotsk this month, as the two countries continue to conduct a series of joint drills and patrols in moves to deepen pragmatic military cooperation that contributes to peace and stability, analysts said on Monday.

Foreign Policy

• Foreign Minister Sergey Lavrov's statement and answers to media questions during a news conference following the 7th Russia-GCC Ministerial Meeting for Strategic Dialogue, Riyadh, September 9, 2024 Russia Ministry of Foreign Affairs 09 Sep 2024
• Foreign Minister Sergey Lavrov's address at the 7th ministerial meeting of the Russia-Gulf Cooperation Council Strategic Dialogue, Riyadh, September 9, 2024 Russia Ministry of Foreign Affairs 09 Sep 2024
• Press release on Foreign Minister Sergey Lavrov's meeting with Organisation for Islamic Cooperation Secretary-General Hissein Brahim Taha Russia Ministry of Foreign Affairs 09 Sep 2024
• Press release on Foreign Minister Sergey Lavrov's working visit to the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia Russia Ministry of Foreign Affairs 09 Sep 2024
• Press release on Foreign Minister Sergey Lavrov's participation in the 7th Russia- GCC Ministerial Meeting for Strategic Dialogue Russia Ministry of Foreign Affairs 09 Sep 2024
• Press release on the exchange of congratulatory messages between Foreign Minister Sergey Lavrov and Iraqi Deputy Prime Minister and Foreign Minister Fuad Hussein on the occasion of the 80th anniversary of diplomatic relations between the two countries Russia Ministry of Foreign Affairs 09 Sep 2024
• EU To Lift Sanctions On Russians Mazepin, Mother Of Late Wagner Leader, Sources Say RFE/RL 09 Sep 2024 -- European Union ambassadors are set later this week to remove Nikita Mazepin and Violetta Prigozhina from the bloc's sanctions list, according to multiple diplomats familiar with the file who weren't authorized to speak on the record.
• Vucic's Delicate Balancing Act RFE/RL 09 Sep 2024 -- On the sidelines of an economic forum in Vladivostok on September 4, Serbian Deputy Prime Minister Aleksandar Vulin made it clear to Russian President Vladimir Putin that Belgrade is a strategic partner and an "ally of Russia."
• Serbian Deputy PM Meets With Shoigu In Moscow To Discuss BRICS Invite RFE/RL 09 Sep 2024 -- Serbian Deputy Prime Minister Aleksandar Vulin on September 9 discussed the upcoming BRICS summit with Sergei Shoigu, formerly Russia's defense minister, who now serves as the secretary of the Security Council.

News Reports

• German Intelligence Warns Of Russian GRU Cyberactivities Against NATO, EU RFE/RL 09 Sep 2024 -- The German domestic intelligence agency has issued a rare public warning about the activities of a cybergroup within Russia's GRU military intelligence agency, citing recent joint research with U.S. agencies that points to the GRU group's efforts to target U.S. and global "critical infrastructure."
• Experts applaud steps US steps to disrupt Russian disinformation VOA 09 Sep 2024 -- The U.S. Justice Department announced September 4 that two Russian nationals, Kostiantyn Kalashnikov and Elena Afanasyeva, had been charged with conspiracy to violate the Foreign Agents Registration Act and conspiracy to commit money laundering in the Southern District of New York.
• Russian Voting Concludes With Putin Allies Poised To Win RFE/RL 09 Sep 2024 -- Incumbents and other loyalists of President Vladimir Putin and his United Russia party were expected to coast to victory in most of the 21 regional governorships and other local voting that wrapped up in Russian elections that most rights groups and independent experts agree lacked any genuine competition.