🇷🇺🇧🇾 Vladimir Putin and Alexander Lukashenko are holding a press conference following their negotiations in the Kremlin.

The heads of state signed an agreement on measures to protect the citizens of both countries from unjustified oppression by foreign entities. Putin and Lukashenko also exchanged certificates of ratification of the security guarantees treaty within the framework of the Union State.

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⚡️ The meeting of Witkoff with Vladimir Putin will take place this evening in a closed format, reported presidential aide Yuri Ushakov to Izvestia correspondent Igor Baldin.

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🇷🇺🇧🇾 Russia and Belarus will continue to counter NATO, including in the military sphere, if necessary, according to statements made by Putin and Lukashenko after their negotiations.

🇷🇺 Statements by Vladimir Putin:

— Russia agrees with the proposals to cease hostilities, but these must lead to a long-term peace and address the causes of the crisis.

— Trade between Russia and Belarus is conducted in national currencies for more than 90% and is protected from the influence of third countries.

— Citizens of Russia and Belarus will be able to participate in local elections in both countries.

— The mutual security treaty between Russia and Belarus came into legal force today.

— The western borders of the Union State are reliably covered.

— The West's sanctions have given Russia a good boost in independence and sovereignty.

— Russia will continue all import substitution programs.

— Russia is ready to say "welcome" to returning Western companies, but will not provide them with preferences.

— Russia is already negotiating the return of some foreign companies at their own initiative.

— The return of Western businesses to Russia could have a positive effect on both their companies and Russian companies.

— We support the idea of ending this conflict peacefully.

— We also want guarantees that during the 30-day ceasefire, Ukraine will not conduct mobilization, will not train soldiers, and will not receive weapons.

— Putin did not rule out discussing the idea of a ceasefire in Ukraine with Trump.

🇧🇾 Statements by Alexander Lukashenko:

— The new situation in the resolution of the conflict in Ukraine was discussed during the meeting with Putin.

— The topic of Ukrainian resolution will be raised again during new rounds of negotiations with Putin.

— "We must believe the facts; statements and promises are just statements and promises."

— Pressure on Belarus from Russia does not weaken, although everyone understands that the restrictions hit hardest those who imposed them.

— The high-speed railway from Moscow should be built not to Minsk, but to Brest.

— Belarus and Russia need a technological breakthrough; we have everything for this, even more.

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🇺🇸🇷🇺 A convoy with flashing lights, in which Trump’s special envoy Steve Witkoff is reportedly traveling, is heading towards the Kremlin.

It was previously reported that the guest would be invited to the Kremlin after a signal from Putin.

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👀 One of the most futuristic stations of the Moscow Metro is Pykhtino station.

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🇷🇺🇮🇷🇨🇳 A meeting is taking place in Beijing involving China, Russia, and Iran regarding the Iranian nuclear issue, chaired by Chinese Deputy Foreign Minister Ma Zhaoxu.

The Russian side is represented by Deputy Foreign Minister Sergey Ryabkov. From Tehran, Deputy Foreign Minister Kazem Gharibabadi is present.

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🇷🇺💬 Putin listened to Whitkooff yesterday and conveyed information for Trump through him, said Dmitry Peskov.

Other statements from the president's press secretary:

— The cautious optimism of the U.S. regarding the Ukrainian settlement is justified after Putin's statement;

— Peskov did not confirm that Kellogg was removed from negotiations with Russia at the request of the Kremlin due to his allegedly pro-Ukrainian stance: this is a domestic issue for the U.S.;

— Russia will not allow anything to threaten Russian businesses that have occupied niches vacated by the departure of Western companies upon their return;

— Diplomatic efforts must continue to resolve the situation regarding the Iranian nuclear dossier. Russia considers the sanctions against Iran to be illegal; Tehran has never stated an intention to acquire nuclear weapons;

— Peskov does not believe that the initiative to label products made by companies that supported the sanctions will gain support.

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🎥 A terrifying cinema has appeared in Moscow — during the screening, actors scare the audience.

👻 In the closed hall, up to 8 people can be accommodated. During the viewing, an actor will interact with the guests — up to 7 noscripted interactions. You can choose the level of fear — just like in escape rooms.

Would you dare to go to such a movie?

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🇷🇺🇧🇾 Belarus will not join Russia in the near future — said Lukashenko during a speech at the Federation Council of Russia.

💬 What else the Belarusian president said:

— The introduction of a single currency for Russia and Belarus is not needed at this time;

— Moscow and Minsk can come to a unified parliament if they are ready;

— Minsk has asked Moscow to build a second nuclear power plant; this issue was discussed during a meeting with Putin. The second nuclear power plant could supply electricity to new Russian regions;

— The "Oreshnik" will soon be adopted by the Belarusian army. Its location in Belarus was discussed during negotiations with Putin on March 13;

— Russia and Belarus are working on a new reconnaissance satellite with ultra-high resolution.

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🏞 Lake Gizhgit

📍 The lake is located in Kabardino-Balkaria, about 60 km from Nalchik. It attracts tourists with its turquoise water, picturesque steep shores, and the jagged cliffs surrounding it. An ideal place for beautiful photos.

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⚡️ Putin responded to Trump's request to spare the Ukrainian soldiers in the Kursk region — to survive, they need to surrender.

‼️ The president noted that Ukrainian soldiers have committed numerous crimes that qualify as terrorism. We will treat humanely those who raise their hands and surrender their weapons, but Kyiv must give the order to its military to surrender in order to fulfill Trump's call.

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😍 Tokarevsky Lighthouse in Vladivostok

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🌅 Mikhailovskoye Park on an early spring morning, Russia

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🇷🇺🇺🇸 Kirill Dmitriev, head of the Russian Direct Investment Fund (RDIF), has proposed to Elon Musk a joint Russia-US mission to Mars in 2029.

“Our minds and technologies should serve the glory of humanity, not its destruction,” wrote the RDIF chief on social media X.

🎊 He also noted that 2025 marks the 50th anniversary of the first international spaceflight: the Apollo-Soyuz mission.

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⏳ Putin's offer for the Ukrainian Armed Forces (AFU) near Kursk to lay down their arms remains valid, but time for Kyiv is "shrinking like shagreen leather," TASS reports, citing Peskov.

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