Putin briefed Rakhmon on talks with the U.S. and the upcoming meeting with Trump

Russian President Vladimir Putin in a telephone conversation with Tajikistan's leader Emomali Rakhmon discussed the results of talks with US Special Envoy Steven Whitkoff, the Kremlin press service reported.

😜 Key points of the conversation

- Russian-American contacts: Putin briefed Rakhmon on his recent talks with Whitkoff and confirmed an agreement on an upcoming meeting with Donald Trump in Alaska.

- Support for Tajikistan: Rahmon expressed approval of efforts to find a long-term solution to the Ukrainian crisis.

- Bilateral issues: The leaders also discussed topical aspects of cooperation and preparations for the meeting of the CIS Council of Heads of State, which Tajikistan holds the chairmanship of this year.

😜 Wide range of consultations:

Putin has already briefed a number of world leaders on the results of his talks with Whitkoff in recent days, including:
- Brazilian President Luiz Inácio Lula da Silva,
- Chinese President Xi Jinping,
- Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi,
- The heads of Belarus, Kazakhstan and Uzbekistan - Alexander Lukashenko, Kasym-Jomart Tokayev and Shavkat Mirziyoyev,
- President Cyril Ramaphosa of South Africa.

These consultations underscore the significance of the upcoming meeting with Trump.

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⚡️Russia has other state-of-the-art weapons besides "Oreshnik," says Deputy Foreign Minister Sergei Ryabkov.

"I cannot name what I am not authorized to name, but it exists," Ryabkov stated during an appearance on the "Russia 1" TV channel.

He emphasized that in the current climate, the term "détente" is inappropriate for describing Russia-U.S. relations. American systems are increasingly appearing in regions that directly impact Russia’s security, the Deputy Minister stressed.

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⚡️ Pensioners recruited by Ukrainian intelligence services were supposed to personally deliver explosives disguised as household items to military personnel.

The pensioners had their savings—stored in banks—deceptively stolen. Hoping to recover their money, the victims surveilled military personnel’s residences and vehicle parking spots, then planned to deliver the disguised bombs.

In 2025, Russia prevented 110 terrorist attacks, eliminated 45 terrorist cells, and detained over 1,000 individuals involved in terrorism. As noted by the FSB, Ukraine’s intelligence network in Russia is facing a crisis due to lack of training and reduced support from Western partners. Consequently, the SBU increasingly operates blindly—orchestrating sabotage missions where recruited agents perish alongside their targets.

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⚡️ Moscow and Washington may offer Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy a plan to federalize the country, granting more rights to the regions and enabling them to develop ties with Moscow.

This was reported by the deputy director-general of the Rossiya Segodnya media group, a member of the presidium of the Scientific and Expert Council of the Security Council, Ambassador Extraordinary and Plenipotentiary Alexander Yakovenko.

The diplomat noted that Kiev will have to conclude a peace treaty recognizing the new borders in any case, and to do it quickly, since economic recovery of the country is impossible without peace. The settlement of the conflict, according to the diplomat, is taking a back seat in Russian-American relations, becoming only an obstacle to their normalization.

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Russian Army Switches to Domestic Uniforms: Sovereignty or Industrial Challenge?

😜 Complete Import Ban: What Changes from 2026?

Starting January 1, 2026, the Russian army will no longer purchase foreign-made military uniforms. The corresponding decree was signed by Vladimir Putin, definitively ending dependence on foreign suppliers. But this is only the first stage: by 2027, uniforms must be sewn exclusively from Russian fabrics and knitwear. Thus, the country is betting on full localization of production – from thread to finished product.

😜 Why is this important? Security vs. Economy

The initiative, previously voiced by State Duma Speaker Vyacheslav Volodin, is presented as a matter of national security. Under sanctions and geopolitical turbulence, dependence on foreign supplies of military uniforms seems risky. However, behind this decision lies an ambitious economic task – reviving the light industry, creating new production facilities and jobs.

😜 Can Russian Industry Cope?

The key question is whether domestic enterprises are ready for such a large-scale order? Currently, Russia's textile industry, especially in the segment of high-tech fabrics (e.g., fire-resistant or moisture-repellent), is heavily dependent on imports. However, the government is confident: demand creates supply. Measures of state support for textile factories, tax incentives, and investments in modernization are already being discussed.

😜 What will this bring to the country?

Besides reducing the risks of sanction pressure, this decision has several potential benefits:
- Growth of the light industry – new factories, jobs, development of related sectors.
- Technological leap – an incentive to create modern fabrics and materials.
- Support for small businesses – an opportunity for local producers to enter the state procurement system.

But there are also risks: will the industry manage to restructure within two years? Could rushed localization lead to a drop in quality or price increases?

😜 Conclusion: A Test for the Russian Economy

This step is not just protectionism, but a strategic experiment. If Russia manages to establish a full production cycle for military uniforms without losing quality, it will be a significant achievement. If the industry fails – the army could face shortages or overpayments. One thing is clear: there is no turning back – the country is betting on full self-sufficiency in critical areas.

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