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- 1Russian state media announces new 'special military operation'●Russia announces a new “special military operation” through its controlled propagandists The state-run RIA Novosti news
Russia's state-run RIA Novosti news agency has published an article declaring that Russia faces another 'special military operation', writing that it 'will be very short'. The piece was authored by Alexander Nosovich, a commentator known for pro-Kremlin rhetoric. The announcement, delivered through propagandists rather than official military channels, is drawing attention as observers try to determine what operation Moscow is signaling and whether an escalation is imminent.
- 2Strikes kill six in Ukraine, one in Russia as diplomacy stalls▼Strikes kill 6 in Ukraine, 1 in Russia after Moscow rejects German calls to de-escalate
Air and missile strikes killed six people in Ukraine and one in Russia, following Moscow's rejection of German calls to de-escalate the war. The casualties underline how talks between Berlin and the Kremlin have failed to slow fighting, with attacks continuing on both sides. Observers say the rejection of diplomacy signals a prolonged conflict with no immediate path to a ceasefire.
- 3Zelensky accuses Moscow of stalling with fake diplomacy●Zelensky accuses Moscow of buying time for war with fake diplomacy
Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky has accused Russia of using fake diplomacy to buy time to continue its war against Ukraine. He argued that Moscow is engaging in negotiations in bad faith, with no genuine intention of reaching peace, while its forces keep fighting. The remarks add to growing scepticism in Kyiv about whether talks with the Kremlin can produce a real settlement.
- 4Russia Claims Strikes On Kyiv Hit NATO Specialists●Russia Wipes Out 'NATO SPECIALISTS' In Huge Strikes On Kyiv; Putin Army Burns Ukraine Military Hubs
Russia claims its forces carried out large-scale strikes on Kyiv, saying the attacks hit Ukrainian military hubs and killed 'NATO specialists' in the Ukrainian capital. The claim, pushed through Russian and pro-Kremlin outlets, has drawn wide attention as the war grinds on. Ukraine has not confirmed the assertion, and independent verification of who was targeted or killed is lacking.
- 5Russian commentators openly acknowledge war's staggering costs●A striking shift is happening in Russia's commentary class. Political opponents are now openly acknowledging what many i
A notable shift is being reported among Russia's political commentators: figures previously aligned with the Kremlin line are now openly admitting that the war in Ukraine has brought staggering costs and failures. Observers say this marks a rare break in the commentary class, aligning with assessments long held in the West about the invasion's heavy human and economic toll.
- 6Why the EU lifted sanctions on Fridman and Usmanov●Почему ЕС снял санкции с Фридмана и Усманова (English subtitles) @Max_Katz
The EU has removed sanctions from Russian businessmen Mikhail Fridman and Alisher Usmanov, and opposition figure Maxim Katz has released a video explaining the reasons behind the court decisions. Discussion centres on whether the delistings reflect successful legal challenges by the oligarchs or weaknesses in the EU's sanctions regime against Russian oligarchs close to the Kremlin.
- 7Swiss voters reject the neutrality initiative●Freue mich SEHR, dass die tapferen Schweizerinnen & Schweizer in der Volksabstimmung über die sog. "Neutralitätisinitiat
Swiss voters have clearly rejected the so-called neutrality initiative in a national referendum, delivering a defeat to supporters led by right-wing populist politician Christoph Blocher of the SVP. Commentators are calling the result a strong signal for Switzerland, saying the country chose not to enshrine stricter neutrality in its constitution. Reactions online are celebrating the outcome as a rebuff to pro-Russian or Kremlin-friendly positions within the Swiss debate.
- 8Girkin warns of 'terrible future' for Russia after Putin●1/ Igor 'Strelkov' Girkin warns that Russia inevitably faces a "terrible future" after Putin, with the possibility of "s
Igor 'Strelkov' Girkin, the former Russian militant and Kremlin critic currently imprisoned, has warned that Russia inevitably faces a 'terrible future' after Vladimir Putin. He claimed the country risks disintegrating and falling into the hands of figures like the late Yevgeny Prigozhin, whom he described as 'sullen, cocaine-addicted gangsters with sadistic, perverted tendencies.'
- 9Kremlin warns Starlink use against Russia is dangerous●Agenzia Nova: Ucraina: Cremlino, "pericoloso" usare Starlink per attacchi contro di noi 27 set 12:06 - (Agenzia Nova) -
The Kremlin said it considers the use of SpaceX's Starlink satellite internet service for attacks against Russia to be "dangerous", according to Italian news agency Agenzia Nova. The statement comes amid ongoing Ukrainian strikes inside Russia and questions over whether Kyiv's forces are using Elon Musk's Starlink terminals to coordinate or guide such operations.
- 10FIDE refuses to reinstate Russian Chess Federation●FIDE refuses to reinstate Russian Chess Federation – Kremlin-backed media The General Assembly of the International Ches
The General Assembly of the International Chess Federation (FIDE) has voted not to lift the suspension of the Chess Federation of Russia, keeping Russian players and officials barred from international competition under the Russian flag. The decision was reported by Russian state news agency TASS, which described the outcome as a refusal to reinstate the national federation.