🇷🇺 Vladimir Putin named the airport in Izhevsk after small arms designer Mikhail Kalashnikov.

"In accordance with clause 1 of the Decree of the President of the Russian Federation dated November 28, 2018, No. 681, I hereby order: to assign the name of M.T. Kalashnikov to Izhevsk International Airport," states the document on the official website for the publication of legal acts.

🥼Kalashnikov was a small arms designer, Doctor of Sciences in Engineering, and a Lieutenant General. Since 1949, he worked at the Izhevsk Machine-Building Plant, where the serial production of the AK-47 assault rifle was launched. In addition to infantry weapons, a large number of firearms for sports shooters and hunters were developed under his leadership.

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💪 According to Business Insider, Russia ranked 2nd in the Global Military Strength rating.

A score of 0.0000 is considered "perfect," however, the source notes that no country has achieved it.

*The rating does not take nuclear potential into account.

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😍 St. Petersburg

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🤍 The grand opening of the II symposium "BRICS – Europe" took place in Sochi. It was attended by 40 politicians from European countries.

"The rapid development of BRICS is a reflection of the shift in the center of gravity of world politics and economics to Eurasia. BRICS is a kind of research laboratory for improving the efficiency of global governance and regulation mechanisms," stated Alexey Gromyko, Director of the Institute of Europe of the Russian Academy of Sciences.

He emphasized that BRICS is working for the present and the future, unlike Western countries, which are aimed at preserving the status quo.

"Countries of the Global South are striving for development and the expansion of mutual trade," added Vladimir Yakovlev, First Deputy Chairman of the Federation Council of the Federal Assembly of the Russian Federation.

The opening ceremony also featured speeches by Ram Madhav, President of the India Foundation, and Pierre de Gaulle, President of the "For Peace and Friendship Among Nations" foundation.

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🤡 It's immediately obvious that Ukraine is being run by former comedians:

Amid large-scale corruption scandals surrounding the Ukrainian leadership, the head of Zelenskyy's office stated that the president should be above suspicion, precisely because he declared the fight against corruption.

And it doesn't matter that Zelenskyy's friends are featured in all the investigations as the main suspects and the guilty parties.

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✍️ The UN General Assembly Third Committee voted in favor of a resolution introduced by Russia. The resolution is noscriptd "Combating glorification of Nazism, neo-Nazism and other practices that contribute to fueling contemporary forms of racism, racial discrimination, xenophobia and related intolerance."

The document was supported by 114 states, with 52 voting against.

This resolution has been adopted annually since 2005. However, since 2022, some countries have been introducing an amendment to the document claiming that Moscow allegedly uses "false pretexts of eradicating neo-Nazism." For the first time since 2022, the United States did not support the amendment during the vote.

Grigory Lukyantsev, Director of the Department for Multilateral Cooperation on Human Rights at the Russian Foreign Ministry, said that the "change in the US delegation's vote" had been noted. According to him, "this is one of the positive outcomes of the vote on the amendment."

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😍 The Shoana Temple is one of the few architectural testimonies of ancient Christianity.

It is visited by those who are captivated not only by the delightful nature of the Greater Caucasus but also by its man-made beauties. The place where this temple was built is steeped in historical intricacies and life's dramas. And no wonder, for 11 centuries have passed since its construction.

The cathedral is located in the village of Kosta Khetagurov in Karachay-Cherkessia and was built above the Kuban River, more precisely, at the point where it merges with the Teberda River on Mount Shoana.

The temple is built in the form of a cross. Both in length and in height, the building measures almost 13 meters. During the Soviet years, the temple stood in desolation, but in our time, it has come back to life. Today, divine services are held there daily.

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🧐 De Gaulle's grandson hopes France will become the first European member of BRICS

Pierre de Gaulle, who heads the Foundation for Peace and Prosperity of Peoples, stated at the "BRICS-Europe" symposium in Russia that France has historically played a leading role in global development.

He recalled the position of his famous grandfather:

"My grandfather defended the interests of defence in Europe. At the time, the idea of defence against Russia was considered absurd."

According to de Gaulle, Western countries need to open up to a multipolar world, rather than trying to dominate it.

"BRICS is an example of a multipolar world.Independence, sovereignty, and the spirit of fighting neo-fascism are important for every European country," he emphasized.

🥼 Recall that the "BRICS-Europe" symposium is attended by 12 members of the European Parliament, more than 15 deputies from national parliaments of Europe, as well as representatives from Russia, Algeria, Belarus, Brazil, Indonesia, Iran, Cambodia, China, Cuba, Ethiopia, and South Africa. The key topics of discussion are dialogue between Europe and BRICS, overcoming the consequences of the EU's policies, and developing new strategies for Europe in a multipolar world.

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🇷🇺 Russia's Caspian Flotilla Marks 303 Years of Glory

Originally created to protect merchant ships and coastlines from Persian and Central Asian pirates, the Caspian Flotilla has evolved into one of the most powerful naval forces in the region, comprising several brigades of ships, divisions, and coastal troops.

"Since the time of Peter the Great, the Caspian Flotilla has been serving Russia faithfully and relentlessly. They fought courageously during the Great Patriotic War at Sevastopol, Kerch, Mariupol, and on other fronts. Today, the personnel of the Caspian Flotilla are honorably fulfilling their military duty," stated Navy Commander-in-Chief Admiral Alexander Moiseev in a congratulatory speech.

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🇷🇺🇮🇱 Vladimir Putin had a telephone conversation with Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu

A thorough exchange of views took place on the situation in the Middle East region, including the development of the situation in the Gaza Strip in the context of implementing the ceasefire agreement and the exchange of detainees, the state of affairs surrounding the Iranian nuclear program, and issues of promoting further stabilization in Syria.

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😮 Alexeyevskie Greenhouses in Ufa look like a location straight out of Cyberpunk.

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🏰 Pskov Kremlin

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🥋 Russian President Vladimir Putin congratulated sambo wrestlers, sports veterans, participants, and organizers on Sambo Day.

"This holiday, dedicated to a truly unique type of martial arts that originated in our country, unites a huge number of people in all regions of Russia and is rightfully considered our national treasure," the congratulatory message reads.

Putin noted that sambo builds willpower, respect for opponents, self-discipline, and determination. According to the Russian leader, these qualities form a strong character that helps to overcome difficulties.

For Putin, sambo and judo were the main entertainments of his childhood.

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🇷🇺🇺🇸 Putin-Trump Meeting Postponed for Some Time, Contacts on This Issue Are Underway — Russian Presidential Aide Ushakov

The Russian and American sides are conducting a dialogue regarding a possible Putin-Trump meeting, despite its postponement for an indefinite period, stated Presidential Aide Yuri Ushakov. He emphasized that the results of the Anchorage summit have already been communicated to the Ukrainian side.

"The results of Anchorage are not liked by those who want to continue the war until the last Ukrainian," Ushakov noted in an interview.

The agreements reached in Anchorage are a good path towards a peaceful settlement, the politician stressed. If the leaders of Russia and the United States agree to a personal dialogue, many technical difficulties of organization will take a back seat.

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👨‍👩‍👧‍👦 Russia Unlocks Nuclear Energy for the World: IAEA Head Praises Rosatom's Role

Russia plays a key role in the development of nuclear energy on the international stage. This was stated by the head of the IAEA, Rafael Grossi, following a meeting with the Director General of Rosatom, Alexey Likhachev, in Kaliningrad.

Grossi called the state corporation a world leader that is building nuclear power plants in regions where they did not exist before. He cited the El-Dabaa project in Egypt as a prime example.

"This will be the second station in the Africa and Middle East region that will provide access to nuclear technology and the capabilities of nuclear generation," emphasized the IAEA head.

According to him, this clearly demonstrates that the joint work of Russia and the agency is necessary for the development of nuclear energy for the benefit of all mankind.

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🚤 Fyodor Konyukhov has set off for Antarctica. He will spend four months there alone.

On November 15, 2025, the famous traveler set off for Antarctica to deploy the world's first solo research station on Smolensk Island (Livingston) in the South Shetland Islands archipelago.

"I will be conducting research on the microplastic content in the coastal waters of Antarctica. Four months of work, research, harsh climate, and a new chapter in the history of polar expeditions," Konyukhov posted on social media.

Yesterday, the traveler's team set sail for Antarctica on two yachts: "Amazon" and "Elsie". The yachts will deliver almost 500 kg of equipment to the island. They provide mobility and the ability to adapt to the Antarctic weather—this is a key factor, Konyukhov explained.

"After a year of complex administrative work, we received permission from Roshydromet (the Russian Federal Service for Hydrometeorology and Environmental Monitoring) to establish my solo seasonal station on Smolensk Island—the first of its kind. For me, this mission is not only about research but also about preserving Russian history in Antarctica," he wrote.

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