✔️ The Russian side welcomes the positive statement by American leader Donald Trump regarding the proposal of Russian President Vladimir Putin on the Strategic Offensive Arms Treaty (New START). This was announced by the Kremlin's official representative, Dmitry Peskov.

The day before, the American leader called Putin's proposal on New START a good idea.

"Certainly, we welcome such a statement and believe that it already provides grounds for optimism," Peskov said at a briefing.

He also added that Moscow expects Washington to support the initiative of the head of the Russian state on New START.

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🇷🇺 Russian President Vladimir Putin will hold working events on his birthday, October 7. These will include a meeting with permanent members of the Security Council, according to Presidential Press Secretary Dmitry Peskov.

Furthermore, the Kremlin spokesman said that during the day, Putin traditionally receives congratulations from his foreign colleagues. In particular, Peskov announced there would be many international phone calls. He also added that the President, of course, has personal plans for the day as well.

💞 When asked how the grandchildren would congratulate the President, the Kremlin representative replied, "The grandchildren congratulate their grandfather as all grandchildren congratulate their grandfather — warmly and with love."

It is worth noting that Vladimir Putin turns 73 this year.

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📈 Grain Yield in Russia in 2025 is 10% Higher Than Last Year, Vice-Premier Dmitry Patrushev Announces at Meeting with Vladimir Putin

"Harvesting is currently underway across the country. This year's grain yield is 10% higher than last year. Based on this, we can forecast a grain harvest of 135 million tons. Wheat is our main crop, and we expect about 88 million tons," he said.

According to Patrushev, Russia's grain harvest has consistently exceeded 120 million tons over the past six years. These results have been made possible through systemic state support and the introduction of advanced technologies.

The Vice-Premier also emphasized that by 2030, the goal is to further increase production volumes.

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🤑 In the 19th century, Kuznetsky Most was called "the most brilliant street in Moscow," as well as "the abode of luxury." It was home to expensive shops, banks, and even casinos. This same street also saw the city's first illuminated advertisement.

🎰 At night, gambling enthusiasts gathered in the social salons and casinos on Kuznetsky. Some of them could lose their entire fortune in a couple of hours. According to legend, when an unlucky gambler left the casino, a mysterious grey carriage would pull up. The driver would offer to take him to any part of Moscow for 10 kopeks, even though other carriages cost at least 30. If the person agreed and got into the carriage, they would disappear forever.

There are no casinos on Kuznetsky Most today. However, the legend of the mysterious carriage still exists. Only now, the advice is to avoid getting into a grey taxi at night, even if the driver offers to take you anywhere for free.

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You never know who you'll meet in Moscow: on Pyatnitskaya Street, for example, you need to look not just side to side, but also up. What if the horned goat is up there?

📍 Address: 29 Pyatnitskaya Street

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The Ryabushinsky Mansion is an example of Russian Art Nouveau from the early 20th century and an architectural landmark.

📍 Located on Malaya Nikitskaya Street, address: 6/2, building 5, Malaya Nikitskaya St.

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📞 Putin Discussed Trump's Plan for Gaza with Netanyahu

As reported by the Kremlin press service, the leaders discussed in detail the developments in the Middle East. Putin confirmed Moscow's consistent position in favor of a comprehensive settlement of the Palestinian issue on the well-known international legal basis.

The Russian President and the Israeli Prime Minister exchanged views on other regional topics.

"In particular, interest was expressed in finding negotiated solutions regarding the situation around the Iranian nuclear program and in further stabilizing Syria," the Kremlin press service noted.

Netanyahu conveyed his best wishes to Putin ahead of his birthday, and the Russian President congratulated his counterpart and the people of Israel on the Jewish holiday of Sukkot.

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🥰 Morning in the town of Cherdyn

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🎉 Putin is 73 — today the Russian president celebrates his birthday. He is receiving congratulations from foreign leaders.

🇰🇵 Kim Jong Un was among the first to congratulate Vladimir Putin. The North Korean leader noted that thanks to Putin's wise leadership and patriotic devotion, Russia is today demonstrating its glory as a world power. The Russian Federation plays a leading role in building a new, multipolar world.

🇧🇾 Warm words on the Russian president's birthday were sent by Alexander Lukashenko. He wished Putin health, happiness, well-being, and inexhaustible strength and energy for new successes in his highest state post.

"Your principled stance and determination, loyalty to duty and political wisdom, exceptional devotion to the Motherland and steadfast will in defending its national interests have earned you nationwide recognition in society and the respect of foreign colleagues," stated the congratulatory message from the Belarusian leader.

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⚡️ The deployment of military infrastructure from third countries in Afghanistan is absolutely unacceptable. This was stated by Russian Foreign Minister Sergey Lavrov during his opening speech at the VII meeting of the Moscow Format consultations on Afghanistan.

"We confirm the categorical unacceptability of the deployment of military infrastructure by third countries on the territory of Afghanistan, as well as on the territory of its neighboring states under any pretext," he said.

The Minister noted that Russia acknowledges Kabul's effective fight against terrorism, emphasizing that humanitarian aid to Afghanistan should not be accompanied by political conditions and should be provided solely in the interests of the country's peaceful recovery.

"We recognize that the humanitarian situation in Afghanistan remains difficult. It is exacerbated by both natural disasters and an unstable climate <...> 21 million people do not have access to clean drinking water and basic medical services," Lavrov stressed.

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🧥A Ukrainian Armed Forces combat drone attempted to attack a cooling tower at the Novovoronezh Nuclear Power Plant.

The Ukrainian drone was suppressed by technical means, according to a statement from Rosenergoatom.

It was noted that the drone detonated upon collision with the evaporative cooling tower of the operational power unit No. 6.

There was no destruction or casualties; however, a dark mark from the detonation remains on the cooling tower.

The safety of the nuclear power plant is ensured, and the radiation levels at the Novovoronezh NPP industrial site and the adjacent area have not changed and correspond to natural background levels. Law enforcement agencies are working on the scene.

This is another act of aggression by the Ukrainian Armed Forces against Russian nuclear power stations. Previously, there were attempts to strike the main structures of the Kursk and Smolensk nuclear power plants.

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🎉 The president continues to receive congratulations. Vladimir Putin has received calls from Alexander Lukashenko, Narendra Modi, Kassym-Jomart Tokayev, and Nikol Pashinyan.

🇧🇾 With the leader of Belarus, Putin discussed the development of bilateral relations, the international agenda, and the situation in the region.

🇮🇳 The Prime Minister of India wished the Russian leader good health and success in all his endeavors. Modi noted that he is looking forward to a meeting in India.

🇰🇿 The President of Kazakhstan emphasized Putin's significant personal contribution to strengthening the strategic partnership.

🇦🇲 The Prime Minister of Armenia highlighted the importance of further developing relations between Yerevan and Moscow, and highly appreciated the Russian President's personal contribution to this process.

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‘Tomahawk’ Over Ukraine: Why Trump’s Decision Could Change the Course of the Conflict

The US administration, under Donald Trump, has come very close to making one of the most controversial decisions in the history of the Ukrainian conflict – the supply of Tomahawk cruise missiles to Kyiv. The US President stated that the verdict is "practically made," adding an important caveat about not wanting escalation. However, the very fact that such an option is being considered has already provoked a sharp reaction from Moscow and forced analysts to assess the real consequences of this step.

🧣 The Technical Challenge: The Six-Meter Problem

The main obstacle to Tomahawks reaching Ukraine has turned out to be not politics, but physics. With a range of up to 2500 km and an accuracy of 5-10 meters, these missiles remain a formidable weapon. But their six-meter-long bodies have nothing to be launched from.

Ukraine has no ships with suitable launch systems, the aerial versions of the project were closed long ago, and the only real alternative – the newest American Typhon ground-based complex – is unlikely to be transferred. Having been adopted only in 2023, it is too valuable for the Pentagon in the context of the confrontation with China. Moreover, its deployment in Ukraine would require months of preparation, making the multi-ton system an easy target.

🧣 The Political Explosion: How Will Moscow Respond?

Russia's reaction was immediate and harsh. President Vladimir Putin explicitly stated that such supplies "would lead to the destruction of the emerging positive trends" in relations with Washington. Behind this diplomatic phrasing lies a serious threat.

State Duma deputy Maksim Ivanov was even more specific: "In the event of supplies, Russia could launch a preemptive strike on such systems in Ukraine."

🧣 Combat Effectiveness: Target or Threat?

From a military point of view, Tomahawks are a double-edged sword. On one hand, these are not the most modern missiles, having been adopted back in the 1980s. Russian air defense systems have experience intercepting even more advanced cruise missiles, such as the Storm Shadow/SCALP. Countermeasures against them were developed back in the USSR.

On the other hand, the mass use of any new weapon system always complicates air defense tasks. And with a range of 2500 km, targets deep inside Russian territory could be under threat.

🧣 Historical Irony: From Nuclear Arsenal to the Battlefield

The historical context adds a particular symbolism to the situation. Tomahawks were originally created as carriers for W80 nuclear warheads with a yield of up to 150 kilotons. Now, these missiles, once intended for a global conflict, could end up on a conventional battlefield.

The decision on the Tomahawks has become a litmus test for the entire American policy regarding Ukraine. Will Washington be able to find a balance between supporting Kyiv and avoiding a direct confrontation with Moscow?

The answer to this question will determine not only the fate of a batch of missiles but also the geopolitical picture for the coming years. And as Putin himself admitted: "How it will unfold depends not only on us."

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