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Articles with tag "Kremlin"

scapegoating plan

Kremlin Orders Media, Lawmakers to Blame Armenia for Karabakh Conflict – Reports

The circulated instructions to media and officials follow Armenia’s frustration over what it sees as Russia’s failure to guarantee its security.
stripped of title

Kremlin Orders State Media to Stop Calling Zelensky ‘President’ – Holod

TV broadcasters and online publications are instead advised to use the phrase “the Zelensky regime” or call the Ukrainian president by name only.
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'not simple'

Kremlin Denies Prigozhin Plane Crash Probe Is Too Slow

There has been no update on what may have caused the crash in more than three weeks.
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opting out

Putin Not Planning Video Address to G20 – Kremlin

"All the work" will be led by Foreign Minister Sergei Lavrov, who is leading Russia's delegation, the Kremlin said.
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controversial arms

Kremlin Slams U.S. Supply of Depleted Uranium Rounds to Kyiv

Responsibility for possible effects such as health problems will lie with Washington, the Kremlin said.
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exploring all scenarios

Kremlin Says Possible Prigozhin Crash Was 'Premediated'

The Kremlin has dismissed suggestions that it orchestrated the crash in revenge for Wagner's march on Moscow in June.
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temporary setback

Kremlin Vows to Pursue Moon Race After Luna-25 Crash

"We know that the way to the stars is through thorns. The main thing is to continue the Russian program," Kremlin spokesman Dmitry Peskov told reporters...
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In depth

‘They’re Gossiping Without Us’: Saudi-Hosted Peace Summit Underscores Kremlin’s Diplomatic Dilemma

Moscow is grappling with how to address Ukraine's efforts to engage its Western allies and the countries of the Global South without Russia.
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In depth

Kremlin Brings ‘Party of War’ to Heel Ahead of Key Regional, Presidential Elections

The Kremlin seeks to deploy the same tactics it used to crush the opposition against prominent far-right “patriots,” Russian officials told The Moscow...
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compulsory service

Russian Military Convinced Putin to Expand Draft Age Range — Reports

The Kremlin, concerned about making unpopular decisions that could hurt Putin's approval rating, eventually agreed to raise the upper draft age limit....
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behind the scenes

Former U.S. Official Shares Details of Secret ‘Track 1.5’ Diplomacy With Moscow

The discussions enable both sides to understand each other's red lines and mitigate potential conflicts amid the ongoing war in Ukraine.
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In depth

Economic Partnerships, Ukraine Set to Dominate Diminished Russia-Africa Summit

Experts say that the Russia-Africa Summit will likely be much smaller in size and scope than the inaugural event held in Sochi in 2019. 
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security questions

Kremlin Warns of Ukraine Export ‘Risks’ After Exiting Grain Deal

Ukrainian President Zelensky said ship owners had expressed readiness to continue supplying grain through the Black Sea corridor despite Russia’s withdrawal...
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In depth

For Russia’s Elites, Kremlin's Failure to Protect Crimean Bridge No Longer Shocks

As two people were killed and a key artery to the annexed peninsula was damaged, many in Moscow shrugged.
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opinion Joshua R. Kroeker

Despite the Kremlin’s Best Efforts, Putin’s Facade Has Cracked

For Putin’s inner circle, Russia's populace, the Ukrainian army, and the West, Prigozhin’s mutiny happened under Putin’s watch — and no amount...
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backroom talks

Prigozhin Met Putin in Person After Failed Mutiny, Kremlin Confirms

Kremlin spokesperson Dmitry Peskov said Wagner commanders who met with Putin were ready to "continue fighting for the motherland."
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'violated' agreements

Russia Slams Repatriation of Ukrainian Troops From Turkey

"The return of Azov commanders...is nothing but a direct violation of the terms of existing agreements," said Kremlin spokesman Dmitry Peskov.
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'important' meeting

Kremlin Says Will 'Closely Follow' Zelensky-Erdogan Talks

The Ukrainian and Turkish leaders will meet in Istanbul for talks on the eve of the 500th day since Moscow launched its offensive.
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few details

Kremlin Hints at 'Contacts' with U.S. Over Jailed Reporter

"There are certain contacts on this matter but we do not want them made public at all. They should take place and continue in total silence," spokesman...
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new narrative

Wagner Boss ‘Gone off the Rails’ Over Money — Russian TV

"Prigozhin has gone off the rails because of big money," Dmitry Kiselev, one of the main faces of the Russian propaganda machine, said on TV Sunday.
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