Russia: Security

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Russian air defenses intercept numerous drones heading toward Moscow

Russian air defense systems intercepted dozens of drones that were heading toward Moscow. The city's mayor, Sergey Sobyanin, reported the incidents, with figures from various reports indicating dozens of drones were shot down over the capital. In a separate development during a visit to Moscow, Kenyan official Mudavadi stated that Kenya would no longer allow its citizens to fight for Russia in the war in Ukraine.

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Russia launches nearly 1,000 drones at Ukraine in a major 24-hour attack

Russia fired close to 1,000 drones at Ukraine over a 24-hour period, in what is described as one of the largest aerial attacks of the war. The attack killed at least eight people. One of the strikes hit a UNESCO World Heritage site in Ukraine. The scale of the assault has led to reports that Russia's spring offensive may have begun.

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Officials say Russia is giving Iran intelligence on US military targets

U.S. officials say Russia has been providing Iran with intelligence to help target American military forces in the Middle East. The information, reported by The Washington Post, involves details about U.S. military positions. Officials described the intelligence sharing as part of Russia's aid to Iran's military efforts in the region.

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Putin says Russia knows of Ukrainian plans to blow up gas pipelines

Vladimir Putin said Russian intelligence knows about Ukrainian preparations to blow up the 'Turkish Stream' and 'Blue Stream' gas pipelines in the Black Sea. He made the claim during a meeting with Hungarian Prime Minister Viktor Orban. Putin and Orban also discussed the presence of ethnic Hungarians who were reportedly forcibly mobilized into the Ukrainian armed forces. Putin said he had decided to free these individuals.

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Analysts examine how Iran conflict connects to Ukraine war and global oil

Several reports are analyzing how a potential conflict between the U.S., Israel, and Iran could impact the ongoing war in Ukraine and global oil markets. They suggest the situations are becoming interconnected, with Russia potentially gaining billions from higher oil prices. Some analysis explores Russia's role, suggesting it could benefit financially and seek strategic advantages, while also noting concerns that U.S. resources for Ukraine might be diverted to a Middle East conflict.

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Russian gas carrier attacked and sinks in Mediterranean Sea

A Russian liquefied natural gas tanker was attacked in the Mediterranean Sea. Russian officials say Ukrainian unmanned boats, or drones, carried out the attack, which caused the vessel to explode and sink. Russian President Vladimir Putin commented on the incident, blaming Ukraine for the strike. This is described as the first time a Russian LNG tanker has been targeted in this manner.

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Ukrainian missile strike hits Russian city of Bryansk

Ukrainian forces launched a missile attack on the Russian city of Bryansk. Russian officials say the strike killed six people and injured dozens. Russia's Foreign Ministry says it will inform the United Nations about what it calls a deliberate strike by Kyiv. Ukraine's President Zelenskyy said the target was a key Russian military factory in the city.

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Russia condemns attack near Iran's Bushehr nuclear plant

Russia has condemned a strike near Iran's Bushehr nuclear power plant, which it attributes to the U.S. and Israel. The Russian state nuclear corporation Rosatom, which is involved at the site, stated that none of its personnel were injured. Russia has called for the creation of a 'safety island' around the facility and filed a diplomatic complaint over the incident.