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POLITICSSep 23Kremlin accuses Andy Burnham of ‘stoking anti-Russian sentiment’ in UN speechBurnham unveiled plans for a new National Centre for Information Defence to tackle Russian information warfareThe Independent World
POLITICSSep 23 The Pendulum Is Unpredictable : Alena Ledeneva on Russia Informal Rules of Powerthemoscowtimes.com · Russia
POLITICSSep 23Russian media portray 'transparent' elections at home and chaos in EuropeAs expected, Vladimir Putin's United Russia party secured another two-thirds majority in the Duma. Russian television and newspapers presented the result as a foregone conclusion, reinforcing an image of normalcy and maintaining a confrontational atmosphere with Europe.Le Monde [en]
POLITICSSep 23Russia’s financial monitoring agency proposes freezing bank accounts of clients whose data matches its registry of terrorists and extremistsRussia’s Federal Financial Monitoring Service, known as Rosfinmonitoring, is proposing to expand the grounds for freezing bank accounts. Under the proposed amendments, banks would be able to halt transactions when a client’s data only partially matches the data of a person whose funds are subject to a freeze.Meduza [en]
POLITICSSep 23Azerbaijan pardons French businessman Martin Ryan after EU lifts sanctions on Russian billionaire Alisher UsmanovAzerbaijani President Ilham Aliyev signed a decree pardoning French businessman Martin Ryan and 19 other people.Meduza [en]
POLITICSSep 23Amid Setbacks In The Sahel, Russia Quietly And Quickly Builds Ties In MadagascarRussia’s efforts to cultivate clout in Africa’s Sahel have been a mixed bag of successes and setbacks. Across the continent, however, on the Indian Ocean island of Madagascar, Moscow is making another quiet push for influence.RFE/RL
POLITICSSep 23Russian officials entered public-sector employees’ data into an electronic database without their consent to monitor voter turnout, legal aid project saysDuring recent elections to the State Duma, the lower house of Russia’s parliament, officials stepped up monitoring of public-sector employees’ turnout at polling stations, the legal aid project Na Ravnykh reported.Meduza [en]
POLITICSSep 23Azerbaijan frees French prisoner after EU lifts sanctions on Russian billionaireMartin Ryan had been convicted of espionage charges earlier this year.Politico Europe
POLITICSSep 23Europe lifts sanctions against two RussiansThe EU has agreed to remove Russian billionaires Alisher Usmanov and Mikhail Fridman from its sanctions list, while extending restrictions on nearly 3,000 individuals and companies linked to Russia’s war in Ukraine for another three years. The decision came after difficult negotiations, as EU sanctions require unanimous approval from all 27 member states. Caroline Baum reports.France 24 [en]
POLITICSSep 23Azerbaijan pardons jailed Frenchman after EU lifts sanctions on Russian billionairesAzerbaijan's President ​Ilham Aliyev on Wednesday pardoned a ​French national imprisoned for espionage a day ​after ‌the ⁠EU lifted sanctions on a Russian billionaire.France 24 [en]
POLITICSSep 23Takaichi tells Zelenskyy Japan will continue to pressure RussiaPrime Minister Sanae Takaichi pledged in her first formal meeting with Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy on Tuesday that Japan will continue to pile pressure on Russia through sanctions…Japan Today
POLITICSSep 23Sanctions showdown leaves a bad taste as Latvia cautions against 'normalising' RussiaGood morning. This is Mared Gwyn, authoring today’s newsletter along with my colleague Angela Skujins, who’s live on your screens this morning. Today: how a Russia sanctions showdown is leaving a bad taste, and why Brussels is facing mounting pressure to address the energy crunch.EuroNews [en]
POLITICSSep 23Europe Today: Trump claims Ukraine-Russia deal to end the war could be closeUS President Donald Trump said he expects the war to end sooner than people think. In Brussels, two Russian oligarchs came off the EU's blacklist yesterday after intense negotiations between EU countries. We speak exclusively about it to Latvian Prime Minister Andris Kulbergs.EuroNews [en]
POLITICSSep 23Tsikhanouskaya: Ukraine has shattered the myth of ‘all-powerful’ RussiaBelarusian opposition leader Sviatlana Tsikhanouskaya believes that through its fight against Russian aggression, Ukraine has shattered the image of an “all-powerful” Russia around the world.Ukrinform [en]
POLITICSSep 23Why France demanded the lifting of Brussels' sanctions against a Russian oligarchDÉCRYPTAGE - La France a semé la consternation parmi ses homologues de l’Union européenne en s’associant avec la Slovaquie pour exiger le retrait d’un oligarque russe de la liste des sanctions. Un procédé «honteux» et «injustifiable» pour l’Ukraine.Le Figaro International
POLITICSSep 23Russia exploiting democratic instruments, turning them against democracies, MEP saysBy exploiting the tools of democracy, Russia is using them against EU member states to destabilize them.Ukrinform [en]
POLITICSSep 23GOP Sen . John Curtis calls for probe of Trump Jr . after wedding party bankrolled by Russian oligarch – WTOP NewsGOP Senator John Curtis has called for an investigation into Trump Jr. following reports that his wedding party was financed by a Russian oligarch. This raises concerns about potential foreign influence and financial dealings involving a politically connected individual.wtop.com · United States
POLITICSSep 23EU countries should follow Germany’s lead and close Russian houses, MEP saysRussian “cultural” centers in the EU countries serve as a cover for intelligence activities and should be closed, following Germany’s example.Ukrinform [en]
POLITICSSep 23UK PM Burnham condemns ‘repulsive’ Russian electoral interferenceUK Prime Minister Andy Burnham addressed the UN General Assembly, accusing Russia of information warfare.Al Jazeera [en]
POLITICSSep 23Starmer talked too tough over Russia , claims Trump amid Kremlin threat alertDonald Trump claimed that Keir Starmer's stance on Russia was "too tough." This comment reflects political discourse on international relations amid a "Kremlin threat alert."yourlocalguardian.co.uk · United Kingdom
POLITICSSep 23Starmer talked too tough over Russia , claims Trump amid Kremlin threat alertTrump has criticized Starmer for being "too tough" on Russia, amidst a "Kremlin threat alert." This highlights differing political stances on international relations and current geopolitical tensions.ledburyreporter.co.uk · United Kingdom
POLITICSSep 23Starmer talked too tough over Russia , claims Trump amid Kremlin threat alertDonald Trump has reportedly claimed that Starmer adopted too harsh a stance regarding Russia, a statement made amidst a Kremlin threat alert. This report highlights international political commentary and ongoing geopolitical tensions.brentwoodlive.co.uk · United Kingdom
POLITICSSep 23Russian FSB to feature in new TV showThe Russian FSB is set to be featured in a new TV show, indicating a focus on the agency in popular media. This development suggests a portrayal of the security service to a wider audience.europesun.com · Russia
POLITICSSep 23Starmer talked too tough over Russia , claims Trump amid Kremlin threat alertFormer President Trump criticized Starmer for being too aggressive towards Russia, amidst warnings about threats from the Kremlin. This highlights political tensions and differing approaches to international relations.wimbledonguardian.co.uk · United Kingdom