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European Council President Charles Michel announces the end of the political crisis in Georgia

The political crisis in Georgia is over and a new phase is beginning. On April 20, at the joint press conference in Tbilisi with the President of Georgia Salome Zourabichvili, the President of the European Council Charles Michel announced, informs “Novosti-Georgia”.

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According to a poll, most Ukrainians do not support the possible candidacy of the current president for a second term

Most Ukrainians do not support the possible candidacy of President Volodymyr Zelensky for a second term, according to a survey conducted by the sociological company “SOCIOS” on April 8-12 of this year in the whole territory of Ukraine (except Crimea and the occupied Donbas districts).

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Is a repetition of the Stalinist show trials in the 1930s expected in modern Russia?

In response to the decision of the Moscow City Court this year on April 26, to see Moscow prosecutor's office demand for recognition of organizations related to the opposition leader Alexei Navalny this year on April 16 – Anti-Corruption Fund, Civil Liberties Fund and Regional Political Support Headquarters - as extremist structures, in the podcast of the edition “Meduza” political scientist Andrey Kolesnikov is asked - is a repeat of the Stalinist show trials in the 1930s expected in modern Russia?

European Council President Charles Michel announces the end of the political crisis in Georgia

According to a poll, most Ukrainians do not support the possible candidacy of the current president for a second term

Is a repetition of the Stalinist show trials in the 1930s expected in modern Russia?

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Tajikistan and Iran will set up a joint defence council

Tajikistan and Iran to form joint defence council, “Irna” writes.

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European Council President Charles Michel announces the end of the political crisis in Georgia

The political crisis in Georgia is over and a new phase is beginning. On April 20, at the joint press conference in Tbilisi with the President of Georgia Salome Zourabichvili, the President of the European Council Charles Michel announced, informs “Novosti-Georgia”.

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According to a poll, most Ukrainians do not support the possible candidacy of the current president for a second term

Most Ukrainians do not support the possible candidacy of President Volodymyr Zelensky for a second term, according to a survey conducted by the sociological company “SOCIOS” on April 8-12 of this year in the whole territory of Ukraine (except Crimea and the occupied Donbas districts).

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Is a repetition of the Stalinist show trials in the 1930s expected in modern Russia?

In response to the decision of the Moscow City Court this year on April 26, to see Moscow prosecutor's office demand for recognition of organizations related to the opposition leader Alexei Navalny this year on April 16 – Anti-Corruption Fund, Civil Liberties Fund and Regional Political Support Headquarters - as extremist structures, in the podcast of the edition “Meduza” political scientist Andrey Kolesnikov is asked - is a repeat of the Stalinist show trials in the 1930s expected in modern Russia?

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Uzbekistan steps up fight against “information attacks”

“Spiritual Propaganda” course has been introduced in Uzbek Secondary Schools to combat information attacks, informs edition “Kant”.

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The US Embassy responds to Ilham Aliyev's criticism

The US Embassy in Azerbaijan commented on the criticism aimed towards Washington by President of Azerbaijan Ilham Aliyev, this year on April 17, informs news edition “Turan”.

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Advisers to the leaders of the Normandy format fail to agree on unblocking the stalled talks on the Donbas conflict, publication says

The discussions between the political advisers of the leaders of the Normandy countries on the Donbas conflict, which took place by videoconference on 19 April of this year, have been unsuccessful, citing a close source of information in the Russian delegation, informs “Kommersant”.

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A new position has been created in the administration of the President of Kazakhstan

According to the order of President Kassym-Jomart Tokayev, a new position has been created in the President's administration - the President's Special Representative for International Cooperation, writes the publication “Centralasia”.

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In Armenia, the age limit for contract soldiers has been increased

In the second and final reading, the Armenian Parliament adopted amendments to the Law on the Status of Military Services and Soldiers, according to which the age limit for contract soldiers is raised, on April 19, writes news edition “Novosti-Armenia”.

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The leaders of Ukraine, Germany and France call on Russia to reduce the concentration of troops on the Ukrainian border

On April 16, the President of Ukraine Volodymyr Zelensky visited Paris, where he initially had a bilateral meeting with the President of France Emmanuel Macron, but later they were joined by video conference by German Chancellor Angela Merkel, “Kommersant” reports.

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Russia - Turkey relations. Part III

One of the main reasons for the tense relations between Ankara and Washington is the purchase of the Russian S-400 air defence system. Political scientists point out that Turkey could deploy the S-400 on its southern coast, where the energy exploration works are taking place.

Russia - Turkey relations. Part II

Relations between Moscow and Ankara fluctuate quite regularly depending on the development of the situation in the Syrian and Libyan conflicts. It should be noted that on November 24, 2015, due to the Russian attack aircraft Su-24, which was shot down by the Turkish Air Force, both countries experienced probably one of their worst bilateral crises.

Russia - Turkey relations. Part I.

There have been periods of both co-operation and confrontation in the history of Russian-Turkish relations, so it is apt that political scientists use the term “sworn friends” to describe relations between the two countries.

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Is a repetition of the Stalinist show trials in the 1930s expected in modern Russia?

In response to the decision of the Moscow City Court this year on April 26, to see Moscow prosecutor's office demand for recognition of organizations related to the opposition leader Alexei Navalny this year on April 16 – Anti-Corruption Fund, Civil Liberties Fund and Regional Political Support Head...

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Advisers to the leaders of the Normandy format fail to agree on unblocking the stalled talks on the Donbas conflict, publication says

The discussions between the political advisers of the leaders of the Normandy countries on the Donbas conflict, which took place by videoconference on 19 April of this year, have been unsuccessful, citing a close source of information in the Russian delegation, informs “Kommersant”.

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The story of the coup attempt and assassination attempt in Minsk - is the ground being prepared for the “deeper integration” of Belarus and Russia?

The story of the conspiracy to overthrow the self-proclaimed President of Belarus, Alexander Lukashenko, can be adapted to the talks between A. Lukashenko and Russian leader Vladimir Putin scheduled for April 22 in Moscow, writes edition „Kommersant”.

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The visit of the self-proclaimed President of Belarus Alexander Lukashenko to Baku has ended

After talks with the President of Azerbaijan Ilham Aliyev in Baku, A. Lukashenko announced that Belarus and Azerbaijan have agreed to move to a new stage of economic cooperation, informs news edition “Turan”.

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Belarus

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The story of the coup attempt and assassination attempt in Minsk - is the ground being prepared for the “deeper integration” of Belarus and Russia?

The story of the conspiracy to overthrow the self-proclaimed President of Belarus, Alexander Lukashenko, can be adapted to the talks between A. Lukashenko and Russian leader Vladimir Putin scheduled for April 22 in Moscow, writes edition „Kommersant”.

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Political reviewers' assessment of protests in Belarus

According to the calculations of the headquarters of the Belarusian opposition leader Sviatlana Tsikhanouskaya, this year 7,000 to 20,000 people took part in the March 27 protests in Belarus, of which more than 240 people were detained (a couple of days earlier, on March 25, more than 200 people wer...

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Reaction of media not in favour of Belarusian regime over the possible replacement of the Russian ambassador

In response to the CIS case of the Russian State Duma, the support expressed by the Committee on Eurasian Integration and Relations with Compatriots for the candidacy of the current Russian Ambassador to Latvia Yevgeny Lukyanov as the Ambassador of Russia to Belarus, media not sympathetic to the Bel...

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Belarus's opposition and regime are preparing for a possible activation of protests in the spring

The opposition is trying to rock the public before this year March 25 [Independence Day, founding date of the People's Republic of Belarus in 1918] protests by publishing a couple of films.

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Ukraine

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According to a poll, most Ukrainians do not support the possible candidacy of the current president for a second term

Most Ukrainians do not support the possible candidacy of President Volodymyr Zelensky for a second term, according to a survey conducted by the sociological company “SOCIOS” on April 8-12 of this year in the whole territory of Ukraine (except Crimea and the occupied Donbas districts).

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Advisers to the leaders of the Normandy format fail to agree on unblocking the stalled talks on the Donbas conflict, publication says

The discussions between the political advisers of the leaders of the Normandy countries on the Donbas conflict, which took place by videoconference on 19 April of this year, have been unsuccessful, citing a close source of information in the Russian delegation, informs “Kommersant”.

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The leaders of Ukraine, Germany and France call on Russia to reduce the concentration of troops on the Ukrainian border

On April 16, the President of Ukraine Volodymyr Zelensky visited Paris, where he initially had a bilateral meeting with the President of France Emmanuel Macron, but later they were joined by video conference by German Chancellor Angela Merkel, “Kommersant” reports.

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Western countries are taking an evasive stance on Ukraine's possible membership in NATO

The United States is consulting with its allies on possible security guarantees for Ukraine, informs news edition “Kommersant”.

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Moldova

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The Constitutional Court of Moldova allows the President to call for the dismissal of the parliament

On April 15 of this year, the Constitutional Court of Moldova upheld the submission of the President of the Republic of Moldova, Maia Sandu, in which she asked the court to assess whether there are conditions for initiating the dismissal of the parliament, “Newsmaker” informs.

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The Constitutional Court of Moldova allows the President to call for the dismissal of the parliament

On April 15 of this year, the Constitutional Court of Moldova upheld the submission of the President of the Republic of Moldova, Maia Sandu, in which she asked the court to assess whether there are conditions for initiating the dismissal of the parliament, “Newsmaker” informs.

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Moldovan president wants to discuss abduction of Ukrainian citizen in Chisinau with Ukrainian counterpart

Moldova has questions about Kiev in connection with the abduction of Mykola Chaus, Ukrainian citizen and former judge of the Kiev Dnieper District Court, in Chisinau on April 3 of this year, referring to the statement made by Moldovan President Maia Sandu in an interview with “Cotidianul”, the Ukrai...

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The abduction of a Ukrainian citizen in Chisinau will be investigated by the Moldovan parliament

A parliamentary commission of inquiry has been set up in Moldova in connection with the abduction of Mykola Chaus, a former judge of the Kiev Dnieper District Court of Ukraine, on April 3 of this year, the Ukrainian edition of “Glavkom” informs.

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Georgia

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European Council President Charles Michel announces the end of the political crisis in Georgia

The political crisis in Georgia is over and a new phase is beginning. On April 20, at the joint press conference in Tbilisi with the President of Georgia Salome Zourabichvili, the President of the European Council Charles Michel announced, informs “Novosti-Georgia”.

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The Presidents of Georgia and Armenia discussed regional cooperation in the Caucasus

President of Georgia Salome Zourabichvili. In a joint press conference with the Armenian counterpart, the President of Georgia emphasized that there is no alternative to the development of the Caucasus other than peace and cooperation, “Novosti-Georgia” writes.

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IRI poll in Georgia: 45% of the population vote in favour of the by-elections in Georgia, 45% are against

US International Republican Institute (IRI) published results of Georgian opinion poll on policy issues, trust in various state institutions, as well as relations with Russia, this year on April 5 writes news publication “Novosti-Georgia”.

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Georgian opposition protests against Russian journalist Vladimir Pozner's arrival in Tbilisi

This year on March 31, a protest took place in Tbilisi against the arrival of the well-known Russian journalist Vladimir Pozner. The protesters demanded that V. Pozner, who did not support Georgia's territorial integrity in his statements, leave the country, as well as accused of violating the restr...

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Armenia

In Armenia, the age limit for contract soldiers has been increased

In the second and final reading, the Armenian Parliament adopted amendments to the Law on the Status of Military Services and Soldiers, according to which the age limit for contract soldiers is raised, on April 19, writes news edition “Novosti-Armenia”.

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The Presidents of Georgia and Armenia discussed regional cooperation in the Caucasus

President of Georgia Salome Zourabichvili. In a joint press conference with the Armenian counterpart, the President of Georgia emphasized that there is no alternative to the development of the Caucasus other than peace and cooperation, “Novosti-Georgia” writes.

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Azerbaijani President calls for clarification on “Iskander M” modification being present in Armenia

This year on April 12, the President of Azerbaijan, Ilham Aliyev, announced at the opening of the War Trophy Park that Baku “has not yet received, but will receive” an answer to the question of how the Armenian Armed Forces have acquired the “Iskander-M” tactical missile complex, which is only armed...

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US Deputy Assistant Secretary of State George Kent on key challenges in resolving the Nagorno-Karabakh conflict

The United States is ready to assist Armenia and Azerbaijan in resolving the conflict, if Baku and Yerevan are interested in it, said US Deputy Secretary of State George Kent. On April 8, writes “Turan”.

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Azerbaijan

The US Embassy responds to Ilham Aliyev's criticism

The US Embassy in Azerbaijan commented on the criticism aimed towards Washington by President of Azerbaijan Ilham Aliyev, this year on April 17, informs news edition “Turan”.

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The visit of the self-proclaimed President of Belarus Alexander Lukashenko to Baku has ended

After talks with the President of Azerbaijan Ilham Aliyev in Baku, A. Lukashenko announced that Belarus and Azerbaijan have agreed to move to a new stage of economic cooperation, informs news edition “Turan”.

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Ilham Aliyev says the United States has violated the balance

The President of Azerbaijan Ilham Aliyev, answering a question at the conference “New Vision for South Caucasus: Post-Conflict Development and Cooperation” on the role of the United States in the post-conflict period, noted that Azerbaijan has not received any messages from the new US administration...

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Azerbaijani President calls for clarification on “Iskander M” modification being present in Armenia

This year on April 12, the President of Azerbaijan, Ilham Aliyev, announced at the opening of the War Trophy Park that Baku “has not yet received, but will receive” an answer to the question of how the Armenian Armed Forces have acquired the “Iskander-M” tactical missile complex, which is only armed...

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Kazakhstan

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A new position has been created in the administration of the President of Kazakhstan

According to the order of President Kassym-Jomart Tokayev, a new position has been created in the President's administration - the President's Special Representative for International Cooperation, writes the publication “Centralasia”.

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Production of vaccines against Covid-19 is being expanded in Kazakhstan

In Kazakhstan, the number of people infected with Covid-19 continues to fall, and President Kassym-Jomart Tokayev has already agreed with Russian leader Vladimir Putin to supply an additional four million doses of the “SputnikV” vaccine developed in Russia, writes Stanradar.

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Kazakhstan emphasizes the need to modernize the Turkic civilization

Kazakh President Kassym-Jomart Tokayev called for modernization of Turkic civilization at a video meeting of Turkic Council, “Centralasia” writes.

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Kazakhstan plans to increase the salaries of civil servants

Zharkin Tleukenov, Director of the Department of the Civil Service Agency, informed that from July 1 of this year, the system of remuneration of civil servants will be changed, writes the publication “Centralasia”.

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Uzbekistan

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Uzbekistan steps up fight against “information attacks”

“Spiritual Propaganda” course has been introduced in Uzbek Secondary Schools to combat information attacks, informs edition “Kant”.

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Uzbek officials will be reduced by 5,000

Uzbekistan plans to cut more than 5,000 officials, including 40 deputy ministers, writes “Uznews”.

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The President of Tajikistan is visiting the northern parts of the country

From 7 to 9 April of this year, President Emomali Rahmon visited the Sughd area (northern part of the country) to take part in the commissioning of various sites and to meet with the local population, “Centralasia” writes.

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Insulting of the President of Uzbekistan will be punished in the future

The changes included in the Criminal Code stipulate that in future, insulting or defaming the President on the Internet or other media will be punishable by imprisonment for up to five years or forced labour for up to three years, writes “Centralasia”.

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Turkmenistan

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The President of Turkmenistan has also been appointed Speaker of the Upper House of Parliament

President Gurbanguly Berdimuhamedow has been appointed Speaker of the newly formed upper house of parliament, writes news edition “Lenta”.

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The role of the president's son is strengthening in Turkmenistan

By order of President Gurbanguly Berdimuhamedow, Foreign Minister Rasid Meredow has been dismissed of the chairmanship of the Turkmen-Russian and Turkmen-Japanese intergovernmental commissions, and Deputy Prime Minister Serdar Berdimuhamedow has been appointed to replace him, writes “Centralasia”. ...

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Turkmenistan is the world's first importer of Serbian armoured personnel carriers

Turkmenistan has acquired Serbian-made “Lazar3” armoured personnel carriers, making it the world's first importer of this equipment, writes “Centralasia”.

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Turkmenistan recognizes the country's economic problems

At the Cabinet meeting, President Gurbanguly Berdimuhamedow expressed concern about the large amount of public debt and its increase in recent years, writes the publication “Centralasia”.

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Kyrgyzstan

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In Kyrgyzstan, a referendum approved constitutional amendments

In the referendum on amendments to the constitution held on April 11 of this year, about 80% of voters supported the initiative, writes the publication “Akipress”.

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The President of Tajikistan is visiting the northern parts of the country

From 7 to 9 April of this year, President Emomali Rahmon visited the Sughd area (northern part of the country) to take part in the commissioning of various sites and to meet with the local population, “Centralasia” writes.

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In Kyrgyzstan, tensions are growing between the president and the head of the security service

Tensions rise between Kyrgyz President Sadyr Japarov and National Security Committee chief Kamchybek Tashiev over Uzbek enclave Soh (southern state), “Stanradar” writes .

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Kyrgyzstan is considering importing electricity

President Sadyr Japarov said Kyrgyzstan was considering importing electricity from Kazakhstan and Uzbekistan, “Azattik” reports.

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Tajikistan

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Tajikistan and Iran will set up a joint defence council

Tajikistan and Iran to form joint defence council, “Irna” writes.

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Tajikistan plans to attract USD 2.7 billion in foreign investment over three years

Tajikistan plans to attract another USD 2.7 billion in foreign investment over the next three years, “Stanradar” reports, referring to the forecast of macroeconomic indicators for 2021-2023.

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The President of Tajikistan is visiting the northern parts of the country

From 7 to 9 April of this year, President Emomali Rahmon visited the Sughd area (northern part of the country) to take part in the commissioning of various sites and to meet with the local population, “Centralasia” writes.

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Kyrgyzstan is considering importing electricity

President Sadyr Japarov said Kyrgyzstan was considering importing electricity from Kazakhstan and Uzbekistan, “Azattik” reports.

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Donetsk People’s Republic

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Representatives of the self-proclaimed Republics of Donbas declare their wish to establish control over the entire territory of Donbas

During the forum “Russkiy Donbass” held in Donetsk on January 28 of this year, the leaders of Donbas's self-proclaimed republics presented the doctrine of the ideological basis of the policy of the Donetsk and Luhansk People Republic, informs “Novosti Donbassa”.

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The Donetsk People's Republic has detained one of the suspects in the MH17 case

Leonid Harchenko, one of the five suspects in the crash of the MH17 flight of Malaysian aircraft, was detained by the DNR authorities of the Donetsk People's Republic, the Russian service of the „BBC” broadcasts.

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Volodymyr Zelensky commissioned the Ministry of Foreign Affairs to develop a mechanism to simplify the procedure for obtaining Ukrainian citizenship

Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky in response to Russian President Vladimir Putin's decree on July 17, for the Ministry of Foreign Affairs commissioned to develop a mechanism to facilitate the acquisition of Ukrainian citizenship by ethnic Ukrainians from friendly countries. On July 17, referri...

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Presidential candidates have become known for the Republic of Donetsk

For this years November 11th scheduled Donetsk election, five candidates were registered, referring to the statement by the head of the Central Election Commission, Olga Pozdnakova, on October 5, writes the newspaper Lenta.

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Lugansk People’s Republic

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Representatives of the self-proclaimed Republics of Donbas declare their wish to establish control over the entire territory of Donbas

During the forum “Russkiy Donbass” held in Donetsk on January 28 of this year, the leaders of Donbas's self-proclaimed republics presented the doctrine of the ideological basis of the policy of the Donetsk and Luhansk People Republic, informs “Novosti Donbassa”.

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The Russian language of the Luhansk People's Republic has the status of the only state language

Leonid Pasechnik, the head of the Luhansk People's Republic, has signed the amendments to the constitution adopted by the parliament on June 3 of this year, which define Russian as the only state language, referring to L. Pasechnik's post on the microblogging site „Twitter”, the Russian news agency ...

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Ukrainian citizens captured by LNR in Luhansk People's Republic are tortured, ex-prisoner claims

Ukraine's citizens being held captive by the LNR in Luhansk People's Republic are being tortured, according to Andriy Yarovoy, a human rights activist and a spokesman for the charity „Aljans gromodskogo zdarovja”, who was being released from the LNR on December 29, 2019.

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Volodymyr Zelensky commissioned the Ministry of Foreign Affairs to develop a mechanism to simplify the procedure for obtaining Ukrainian citizenship

Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky in response to Russian President Vladimir Putin's decree on July 17, for the Ministry of Foreign Affairs commissioned to develop a mechanism to facilitate the acquisition of Ukrainian citizenship by ethnic Ukrainians from friendly countries. On July 17, referri...

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Transnistria

Transnistria rejects Moldova's demand for the withdrawal of a Russian military contingent from the region

Tiraspol considers the transformation of Russian peacekeepers in Transnistria into a civilian mission and the withdrawal of Russian troops from the region premature and impossible, referring to an interview with Transnistrian Foreign Minister Vitaly Ignatiev on “Rossiya 24”, “Infotag” reports. ...

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The Transnistrian parliamentary election monopoly is guaranteed by the largest economic group in the self-proclaimed republic

As a result of the Transnistrian elections held on November 29 of this year, only persons related to the “Sherif's” holding have entered the parliament of the self-proclaimed republic, “Kommersant” informs.

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Recently, the Transnistrian conflict has escalated, according to an expert

Recent escalation of the Transnistrian conflict, according to Ion Manole, one of the leading Transnistrian experts in Moldova.

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Vladimir Putin mentions it being possible to return several Armenian-occupied regions to Azerbaijan

Russia initially spoke about the possibility of returning "five and two more" occupied regions of Armenia to Azerbaijan, Russian President Vladimir Putin said at the plenary session of the investment forum “VTB Capital” “Rossiya zovyot!”, this year on October 29, news publication “Interfax” writes. ...

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Abkhazia

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Abkhazia is asking for help from Russian medical specialists in the fight against Covid-19

The Abkhazian Ministry of Health has approached Russia for help with the staff crisis at Gudauta Hospital, where Covid-19 patients in Abkhazia are being hospitalized. The Abkhaz authorities also plan to ask for the extension of the Russian mobile military hospital in Abkhazia, which is expected to c...

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The "borderisation" of the occupied territories of Georgia affected about 14 villages during the pandemic

According to Georgian Minister of State for Reconciliation and Civil Equality Teya Ahvlediani, Russian-backed separatists are continuing the so-called "borderisation" process, which is also taking place during the pandemic and has affected about 14 villages this year. Edition "Georgia Online" writes...

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Kavkaz-20 exercise takes place in the south of Russia and the South Caucasus

About 80,000 people are participating in Russia's strategic military exercise “Kavkaz-20”, which began this year on September 21 in the southern regions of Russia, as well as in Armenia, Abkhazia and South Ossetia, referring to the Russian Ministry of Defence, “Kavkazskiy Uzel” informs.

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Opposition leader Aslan Bzhania wins in Abkhazia's presidential election

According to preliminary results of the Central Election Commission of Abkhazia (CEC), this year on March 22, Aslan Bzhania, 57-year-old leader of the opposition in Abkhazia, wins 56.5% of the vote in presidential elections in Abkhazia, Vice-Prime Minister and former Minister of Economy Adgur Ardzin...

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South Ossetia

The "borderisation" of the occupied territories of Georgia affected about 14 villages during the pandemic

According to Georgian Minister of State for Reconciliation and Civil Equality Teya Ahvlediani, Russian-backed separatists are continuing the so-called "borderisation" process, which is also taking place during the pandemic and has affected about 14 villages this year. Edition "Georgia Online" writes...

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Kavkaz-20 exercise takes place in the south of Russia and the South Caucasus

About 80,000 people are participating in Russia's strategic military exercise “Kavkaz-20”, which began this year on September 21 in the southern regions of Russia, as well as in Armenia, Abkhazia and South Ossetia, referring to the Russian Ministry of Defence, “Kavkazskiy Uzel” informs.

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Police brutality provokes a domestic political crisis in South Ossetia

South Ossetian President Anatoly Bibilov signed an order to dismiss Prime Minister Erik Pukhayev on August 29, “Kommersant” reports.

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In South Ossetia, we are witnessing a socio-economic crisis, a publication says

South Ossetia has recently faced a political, economic and food crisis, “Kommersant” reports.

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Nagorno-Karabakh

US Deputy Assistant Secretary of State George Kent on key challenges in resolving the Nagorno-Karabakh conflict

The United States is ready to assist Armenia and Azerbaijan in resolving the conflict, if Baku and Yerevan are interested in it, said US Deputy Secretary of State George Kent. On April 8, writes “Turan”.

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Another Armenian and Azerbaijani incident in Nagorno-Karabakh

A car carrying Armenian soldiers killed in the war was attacked in Nagorno-Karabakh. This is the second incident against Armenian cars in the last week, according to a report by a representative of the Office of the Human Rights of Nagorno-Karabakh, this year on March 30, informs “Kavkazskiy Uzel”. ...

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Russian has been given the status of an official language in Nagorno-Karabakh

In the self-proclaimed Republic of Nagorno-Karabakh, Russian has been granted the status of an official language. The relevant bill was passed by the Nagorno-Karabakh Parliament this year on March 25, making amendments to the Law “On Language”, this year on March 25, informs news outlet “Novosti-Arm...

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Problems of Nagorno-Karabakh

Baku and Yerevan continue to argue over the existence of Armenian prisoners of war in Azerbaijan. Azerbaijan's foreign ministry says those detained in Nagorno-Karabakh since last year's hostilities are not being held as prisoners and will have to answer to the law.

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