⚡️ Another group of Russian troops has returned from Ukrainian captivity. In exchange, Ukrainian Armed Forces (AFU) fighters were handed over to Kyiv, the Russian Defence Ministry reported.

The servicemen are currently on Belarusian territory, where they are being provided with necessary psychological and medical assistance.

Later, the Russian servicemen will be transported to the Russian Federation to undergo treatment and rehabilitation at medical facilities of the Russian Defence Ministry.

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🛶 The majestic and powerful Katun River in Altai, stretching 688 km (428 miles) long.

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🇷🇺 In the escalating Iran-Israel conflict, the Russian Federation maintains a position of neutrality and advocates solely for an immediate ceasefire. This was discussed during yesterday's telephone conversations between President Vladimir Putin and Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu, as well as with his Iranian counterpart Masoud Pezeshkian.

🇮🇷 One way or another, our country stands by Iran as our partner and as a nation that has suffered unjustified aggression from the Israeli side. At the same time, Russia will naturally not take any military part in the conflict. Our interests lie in gradual de-escalation and maintaining close communication channels between the leaders of the warring states.

🇮🇱 In the conversation with Netanyahu, the President emphasized the importance of adhering to international law norms and the impermissibility of actions contrary to the UN Charter.

🕊️ In both conversations, the President expressed confidence that Russia is ready to act as a mediator in negotiations between Israel and Iran, should the need arise. Undoubtedly, our country's sympathies lie with the victims, and today, that is Iran. However, we do not forget the nature of the Middle East. It is not merely a conflict-prone but a truly explosive region. Therefore, any conflict, especially one between two nuclear powers, brings the onset of irreversible consequences closer.

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Russia Tests Advanced Counter-Drone Laser Systems

⚡️ First Deputy Prime Minister Denis Manturov participated in large-scale tests of advanced counter-unmanned aerial vehicle (UAV) laser systems at a specialized testing ground.

These technological solutions will become part of a universal air defense (PVO) system, the creation of which was emphasized as necessary by the President of Russia the day before.

The main goal of the tests was a comprehensive assessment of the effectiveness of the latest laser systems under conditions maximally close to real combat. Testing included evaluation of targeting accuracy, effective range, system response time against moving aerial targets, and their resilience to various weather conditions.

🎯 Eight counter-drone systems of varying power took part in the trials – ranging from compact mobile units to high-power stationary systems. This allowed for the collection of the most comprehensive data on the capabilities of modern laser technologies in countering unmanned threats. Scenarios for countering different types of UAVs were executed at the specialized testing ground, equipped with modern measuring instruments.

The test results will be used to refine existing prototypes and develop systems capable of providing robust protection against modern aerial threats. Conducting these tests paves the way for the start of serial production and scaling.

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🛶 Traveling through the village of Usva in Perm Krai

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🌲 Yergaki Nature Park (Krasnoyarsk Krai) – the kingdom of wild nature in Southern Siberia!

Across its vast territory of over 342,000 hectares, breathtaking contrasts await you: from vibrant alpine meadows adorned with blooming Siberian rhododendron and whimsical lichens, to remote taiga wilderness where ancient cedars and firs tower.

Immerse yourself in the world of Siberia's austere beauty!

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🇷🇺🇺🇸 A lot of dirt has piled up in Moscow-Washington relations, and a long cleanup lies ahead.

This was stated by Russian Presidential Spokesman Dmitry Peskov when answering a question from VGTRK journalist Pavel Zarubin about what is hindering the advancement of contacts between the two countries.

Recall that ahead of his potential return to the White House, US President Donald Trump has repeatedly stated that he could quickly mend relations with the Kremlin, which he believes were severely damaged under the Joe Biden administration. Since Trump's inauguration, there have been several phone calls between the presidents of Russia and the US, the fifth one taking place the day before yesterday.

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🇷🇺 Russia has never banned non-traditional relationships, but it is against their aggressive promotion among children, Vladimir Putin emphasized in a conversation with journalist Zarubin.

"We did not talk about banning these relationships. We talked about banning propaganda among minors. We never ban anything: an adult has the right to live as they see fit. But as for young people who haven't fully formed their identity yet, I proceeded from that and supported the deputies, at the time it was deputies of the St. Petersburg Legislative Assembly. That's where it began. You cannot aggressively influence the consciousness of a young, unformed person until they feel themselves to be an adult," the head of state said.

The President noted that Russia simply would not exist if it did not rely on its traditional values.

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🪪 🇷🇺 Prototype of the new Russian passport to be discussed in the State Duma

The passport will be blue, designed for both domestic and international use. It will include health information, a QR code containing all the holder’s details, as well as references to Russia’s history and culture.

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🇷🇺🇺🇦 Russia has handed over 1,200 bodies of the dead to Ukraine, according to the Ukrainian Coordination Headquarters for the Treatment of Prisoners of War.

They noted that in the near future, investigators together with expert institutions of the Ministry of Internal Affairs will carry out all necessary examinations, and the identification of the repatriated bodies will be conducted.

In response, Ukraine has not handed over a single body to Russia.

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🇷🇺 Glazovo Village, Kenozerye, Arkhangelsk Oblast

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☀️ Moscow is particularly beautiful in summer.

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🌨 Sochi Mountains Blanketed in Wet Snow

An unusual situation for mid-June: instead of a hot seaside resort, Sochi can offer tourists another ski season. Wet snow is blanketing the mountains at an altitude of about 2,000 meters above sea level.

According to weather forecasters, snow, thunderstorms, downpours, hurricane-force winds, and a storm at sea will continue in Sochi for another day.

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🇷🇺🇺🇦 Russia has transferred 1,248 bodies of AFU soldiers to the Kiev regime.

In total, over five stages of transferring the bodies of Ukrainian servicemen according to the Istanbul agreements, Russia has returned 6,060 bodies to Ukraine. Kiev has handed over 78 bodies to the Russian side.

Vladimir Medinsky stated that "Russia has fulfilled the promises made in Istanbul." He added that the exchange of prisoners is also continuing.

"Urgent sanitary transfers of seriously wounded from the front line have been established," Medinsky noted.

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🏔 Mount Kalper, with a height of 3802 m, is located in North Ossetia.

It got its name due to constant rockfalls. In the Ossetian language, "kalaper" means "rumbles" or "thunders".

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🇷🇺 Russia's and the USSR's most renowned children's camp, "Artek," celebrates its 100th anniversary!

Founded in 1925 on the Black Sea coast as a sanatorium for children with tuberculosis, it gradually transformed into the largest and most iconic children’s center not only in the USSR but also far beyond its borders.

🏠 Artek boasts over 150 buildings, three medical centers, a school, the "ArtekFilm" movie studio, three swimming pools, a 7,000-seat stadium, and playgrounds. The total area of the complex is 218 hectares.

Each year, Artek hosts 15 sessions, and in this special year, every group of children will celebrate the anniversary.

👦👧 Since 2014, nearly 360,000 children from over 80 countries have visited the Russian International Children's Center. In total, more than 1.8 million children have experienced Artek since its first session opened.

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⚡️ US Calls Off Upcoming Meeting with Russia on Eliminating So-Called Irritants

No date has yet been set for the next round of bilateral consultations at the level of foreign ministries, stated Maria Zakharova, the official spokesperson for the Russian Foreign Ministry.

The diplomat expressed hope that the break taken by Washington "would not be too long," but did not name a new date for the talks or the reason why the US decided to postpone the meeting.

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