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The Russian government has announced that the state-supported messaging app Max will soon be compulsory on all smartphones and tablets sold in the country. The move, which takes effect on September 1, is the latest step in Moscow’s drive to promote homegrown digital platforms and tighten control over online communications. Mandatory Apps Across Devices According to an official government statement, …

On July 7, 2025, Roman Starovoyt, Russia’s recently dismissed transport minister, was found dead from a gunshot wound in his vehicle in Odintsovo, a suburb of Moscow. His death occurred just hours after President Vladimir Putin relieved him of his ministerial duties. Authorities have suggested suicide as the primary cause, noting that a pistol, reportedly awarded to Starovoyt in 2023, …

The United States may soon withdraw from its mediating role in the Ukraine conflict, President Donald Trump warned on Thursday, expressing frustration over the stalled negotiations between Kyiv and Moscow. His comments follow increased violence in Ukraine and escalating doubts about the feasibility of a near-term truce. Pressure Builds on Both Sides President Trump emphasized the need for urgent progress …