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controversial quota

Kremlin Says OPEC+ Cut Output to Stabilize Oil Markets

The Kremlin said Thursday that an OPEC+ decision to sharply cut production was designed to stabilize global oil markets, after Washington said the move...

controversial terms

Kremlin Hails Musk’s Attempt at Ukraine Peace Deal

The Kremlin has hailed U.S. billionaire Elon Musk’s attempt to put forward a peace plan to end Russia’s war in Ukraine, calling it a &ldquo...

izyum atrocities

Kremlin Denies Mass Grave ‘Lie’ in Recaptured Ukraine

Ukrainian officials say nearly all of the exhumed bodies in around 450 graves uncovered near Izyum showed signs of violent death.

Russia ‘Not Discussing’ Mass Military Mobilization, Kremlin Says

Speculation that the Kremlin could announce mass mobilization has swirled since it lost huge areas of northeastern Ukraine to Kyiv's forces.

Dugin’s daughter

Car Bomb Kills Daughter of Kremlin Hardline Ideologue

Daria Dugina, born in 1992, was killed when a bomb placed in her Toyota Land Cruiser went off outside Moscow.

'critical' condition

Ex-Putin Aide Chubais Hospitalized With Rare Neurological Disorder

Anatoly Chubais quit his post and left Russia in March — the highest-level resignation of its kind following the invasion of Ukraine.

broadcast backlash

Russia Vows to Hinder Work of Western Media After RT France Ban

"We will also not let them work in our country."

Kremlin Says Move Against Jewish Agency Should Not Be 'Politicized'

Russia's Justice Ministry requested the agency's "dissolution," prompting warnings from Israel of "serious" consequences.

'nothing but fakes'

‘Everything is Fine’: Kremlin Dismisses Rumors of Putin’s Declining Health

Scrutiny over the 69-year-old Putin’s health has intensified since he launched a full-scale invasion of Ukraine.

cause and effect

Kremlin Blames Russia-Europe Gas Supply Problems on Western Sanctions

Western sanctions "do not allow the repair of equipment" critical for Nord Stream 1 to work at full capacity, the Kremlin said.

permanent presence

Kremlin Eyes Sept. 15 Referendum for Captured Ukraine Regions – Bloomberg

Officials are reportedly preparing to stage votes in occupied regions as well as other areas that could be seized in the coming weeks.

never say never

‘Door Not Shut’ to Russia-Ukraine Peace Talks – Kremlin

A day earlier, Russia's foreign minister said such talks “make no sense.”

nothing nice to say

Putin Won't Congratulate Biden on Independence Day, Kremlin Says

“Sending such a congratulatory message is hardly appropriate,” the Kremlin said.

Russia Will End Invasion When Ukraine ‘Lays Down Arms,’ Kremlin Says

The Kremlin said Russia doesn’t have a set timeline for when its “special military operation” should end.

proceed with caution

Kremlin Warns Against ‘Problems’ With Ukraine, Moldova EU Candidacy

President Vladimir Putin’s spokesman said the 27-member bloc’s decision was “of course an internal European matter.”

moving goalposts

Kremlin Says Key Goal of Ukraine War to ‘Protect’ East Ukraine Rebels

“The republics’ protection is the main goal of the special military operation in general.”

Putin Critic and Ex-PM Kasyanov Leaves Russia

Former Russian PM Kasyanov criticized what he called the Kremlin's "brutal war" against Ukraine.

Kremlin Says ‘Certain Results’ Achieved in Ukraine on War’s 100th Day

The Kremlin vowed to continue its campaign until "all of the goals of the military operation are achieved."

press under fire

Kremlin Says No News of French Reporter’s Death in Ukraine

Frederic Leclerc-Imhoff was killed during a Russian bombardment, according to French and Ukrainian officials.

unwelcome assistance

U.S. ‘Adding Fuel to the Fire’ With New Arms Supplies – Kremlin

Washington said it would be supplying Ukraine with advanced missile systems, including the Himars multiple-launch rocket system.

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