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'Preparing for a long confrontation': Why Putin has appointed an economist as defence minister

In a significant reshuffle within the Russian government, President Vladimir Putin has appointed Andrey Belousov, a civilian economist and former first deputy prime minister, as the new head of the ministry of defense, replacing longtime minister Sergei Shoigu. This move indicates a shift towards integrating economic strategies with military operations,…

The Times of India

Putin's Defence Shake-up: 'Preparing For A Long Confrontation'

President Vladimir Putin's nomination of top economic official Andrei Belousov as defence minister is a sign of the importance the Russian leader places on the war economy in gaining the upper hand in what he expects will be a long conflict against Ukraine, analysts say.

International Business Times

Putin's new defence minister is a 'puppet' and a sign of long Ukraine war plan

Russia’s president caught military experts by surprise with his plan to make Andrei Belousov defence minister

Evening Standard

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Why Putin replaced Russia's defense minister

In a surprise reshuffle of Russia's cabinet, President Vladimir Putin has ousted long-serving defense minister Sergei Shoigu and replaced him with Andrei Belousov, an economist without military experience. This change is announced as Putin begins his fifth term, and comes amid ongoing Russian military operations in Ukraine.

The Times of India

Putin replaces Shoigu as Russia's defence minister in cabinet shakeup

Russian President Vladimir Putin on Sunday replaced Sergei Shoigu as defense minister in a Cabinet shakeup that comes as he begins his fifth term in office.

France 24

Putin replaces his defense minister as he starts his 5th term in office

Putin proposed Andrei Belousov, who until recently served as the first deputy prime minister, to replace Sergei Shoigu in a Cabinet shakeup.

WEKU

Russian President Putin Replaces Defense Minister With Civilian Belousov

Putin replaces Defense Minister Shoigu with civilian Belousov to focus on defense innovation amidst rising military spending. Shoigu appointed as Secretary...

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Putin Removes Defence Minister Shoigu

Putin proposed economist Andrey Belousov as Shoigu's replacement, according to a list of the ministerial nominations published by the Federation Council, Russia's upper house of parliament.

International Business Times

Russia threatens UK military and orders nuclear drills after ‘provocation’

Vladimir Putin responds to recent statements from David Cameron and Emmanuel Macron over Ukraine war

The Guardian - UK

Putin probably didn’t order Alexei Navalny’s killing, US intelligence agencies believe

The Russian president’s arch foe Navalny died in an Arctic prison aged 47

Evening Standard

Ukraine wins bipartisan US support, strikes Russia from afar

As a long-delayed aid package was passed, Ukrainian drones and missiles scored successes against Russian targets.

Al Jazeera

In Ukraine, the vote to renew U.S. aid was cheered. But unease for the future remains

Congress moved a step closer on Saturday toward finalizing long-delayed military assistance for Ukraine. But relief among Ukrainians has been mixed with uneasiness over future U.S. assistance.

WEKU

House approves $61bn aid for Ukraine – what we know so far, and what happens next

US funding package has cleared its biggest hurdle, the House of Representatives. What comes next in the Senate, and how has the world responded?

The Guardian - AU

Russia Urges Restraint Following Israeli Strike On Iran

Russia urges restraint after Israel's strike on Iran, emphasizing calm to prevent escalation in the volatile region.

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The Guardian - AU

Ukraine war briefing: Kyiv electricity plant destroyed by Russian missiles and drones

Ukraine parliament passes controversial mobilisation bill to boost troop numbers; Japan’s prime minister calls on US to continue supporting Ukraine. What we know on day 779

Al Jazeera

Russia, Kazakhstan evacuate 110,000 people as record floods set to worsen

Kremlin says weather forecast is ‘unfavourable’ with western Siberia expecting peak flooding in three to five days.

International Business Times

Water Level In Russia's Orsk 'Critical' As Kremlin Warns Of More Floods

A major flood in the Russian city of Orsk forced thousands of people to evacuate, with Moscow reporting a "critical" situation Sunday and warning of danger water levels in Siberia.

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Russia Considers Removing Taliban From Terrorist List For Dialogue

Russia contemplates removing Taliban from terrorist list for dialogue due to recent terror attacks in the region.

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Evening Standard

‘Havana Syndrome’ mystery illness linked to Russian intelligence unit

Personnel across the world have reported unexplained migraines and dizziness

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Kremlin Denies Russia Involvement In 'Havana Syndrome'

Kremlin dismisses allegations of Russia's involvement in the mysterious 'Havana Syndrome' affecting US diplomats, calling for a thorough investigation.

France 24

Putin says 'radical Islamists' behind Moscow concert hall attack

Russian President Vladimir Putin said Monday that the gunmen who carried out the concert hall attack that killed over 130 people in a Moscow suburb last week were “radical Islamists.”

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Kremlin Spokesperson Addresses Questions On Moscow Terror Attack

Kremlin spokesperson Dmitry Peskov discusses global terrorism threat, intelligence efforts, and lack of international cooperation in addressing recent Mosc...

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Kremlin Spokesman Dmitry Peskov Declines To Comment On Torture Reports

Kremlin spokesperson Dmitry Peskov refrains from commenting on torture allegations and ISIS involvement in Moscow attack.

International Business Times

Kremlin Refuses To Comment On IS Links To Moscow Attack

The Kremlin refused to comment Monday on the Islamic State group's claims that it was behind the deadliest attack in Russia in two decades, as rescuers searched for bodies amid the rubble of the burnt-out Moscow concert hall.

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Kremlin Spokesman Dmitry Peskov Declines To Comment On Torture

Kremlin spokesperson Dmitry Peskov avoids commenting on torture reports and ISIS claim in Moscow attack investigation.

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