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The Russian State Duma has been making headlines with its recent activities, ranging from cultural assessments to significant geopolitical strategies. In a curious turn, the Duma's Budget and Tax Committee analyzed and declared the iconic Soviet cartoon character Cheburashka as having a Jewish ethnic background. This cultural exploration video gained swift attention and sparked discussions on identity politics in Russia. Meanwhile, critical geopolitical strategies continue to unfold, as demonstrated by the State Duma's ratification of a strategic partnership with Iran and its unequivocal stance against ceasefire agreements in the Ukraine conflict. Strategic military decisions such as integrating new citizens into military service and potential nuclear policies reflect a broader agenda for regional dominance and control by the Russian Federation.
What is the significance of the State Duma's declaration on Cheburashka's ethnicity?
The declaration regarding Cheburashka's ethnic origin by the State Duma's Budget and Tax Committee can be seen as a reflection of how cultural and identity politics play a role in Russian society. It highlights how even the history and character design from Soviet-era cartoons are subject to current ethnopolitical discourses and can fuel larger debates on cultural identities within Russia.
What does the partnership agreement with Iran entail?
The Russian State Duma ratified a Comprehensive Strategic Partnership with Iran, aimed at strengthening political, economic, and military ties between the two nations. This agreement signifies a mutual interest in counterbalancing Western influences and increasing cooperation in areas like energy, trade, and defense technology, helping both countries enhance their geopolitical clout in the region.
Why did the State Duma reject the 30-day ceasefire proposal?
The State Duma deputy Viktor Sobolev rejected the 30-day ceasefire proposal, arguing that it would allow Ukraine to reorganize and prepare for new offensives, thus posing a strategic disadvantage for Russia. This decision underscores Russia's intent to maintain its military pressure and control in Ukraine, highlighting its broader goals in the conflict.
What are the implications of registering new citizens for military service?
The law passed by the Russian State Duma that requires new citizens to be registered for military service concurrent with acquiring citizenship reflects an aggressive approach to bolstering military ranks. This move ensures Russia can quickly and efficiently integrate new citizens into its military forces, thereby sustaining its military capabilities amid ongoing regional conflicts.
How does the State Duma's strategy align with Russia's vision for Ukraine?
The State Duma appears to support the idea of a "union state" comprising Russia, Ukraine, and Belarus as the ultimate goal of its actions in Ukraine. This vision is driven by a desire to expand Russia’s territorial sphere of influence and ensure strategic depth through closer integration with its neighboring countries. It reflects a long-standing strategic ambition of Russia to restore its control over the post-Soviet space.
What measures has the State Duma taken regarding nuclear testing?
The State Duma has revoked its previous ban on nuclear tests, reflecting a strategic shift toward reinforcing Russia's nuclear posture. This decision positions Russia to potentially reinstate and enhance its nuclear testing activities, which could have significant implications for international arms control agreements and global geopolitics, signaling a readiness to leverage its nuclear capabilities in comprehensive strategic equations.
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Former DPR terrorist leader Borodai on occupiers’ Nazi tattoos: "It is merely symbolism". VIDEO Terrorist, State Duma deputy of the aggressor state, and former head of the first occupation administration in Donetsk, Aleksandr Borodai, has openly admitted to the widespread use of neo-Nazi symbols among Russian militants. 9 382 41 Previously in trend: Use of Nazi symbols Russian neo-Nazis
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Russia will not agree to 30-day ceasefire. This will only play into Ukraine’s hands – State Duma deputy Sobolev Russian State Duma deputy Viktor Sobolev says Russia will not agree to a 30-day truce proposed by the United States, as it would allegedly allow Ukraine to regroup for new attacks. 15 798 81 Previously in trend: Russia’s position on ending war ceasefire between Ukraine and Russia
Russia plans to release from trial for participation in war against Ukraine The State Duma of the Russian Federation has adopted in the first reading a bill that provides that Russian defendants may be released from criminal prosecution if they sign a contract to participate in the war against Ukraine. 1 925 6 Previously in trend: War Mobilization in Russian Federation
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F-16s outside of Ukraine will be legitimate target for Russia in case of participation in combat sorties, - deputy of the State Duma of Russian Federation Kartapolov F-16 fighter jets and airfields outside of Ukraine, where they may be based, will become a legitimate target for the Armed Forces of the Russian Federation if the aircraft participate in combat sorties. 10 367 63 Previously in trend: War
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Second State Duma deputy from ruling United Russia party died in Russia in one day Dzhasharbek Uzdenov, a State Duma deputy from the United Russia party, died in Russia. 25 715 42
In Russia, they want to increase conscription age to 30 years A draft law on increasing the age of conscription to 21 years, and the upper limit of conscription to 30 years, was submitted to the State Duma of the Russian Federation. 3 139 15
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In Russia, they will be imprisoned for life for helping saboteurs The State Duma of the Russian Federation adopted a law on life imprisonment for facilitating subversive activities. 3 281 22
State Duma of Russian Federation supported annexation of occupied territories of Ukraine The State Duma of the Russian Federation "ratified" the agreements on "the entry of the DPR, LPR, Zaporizhzhia and Kherson regions into Russia." 9 595 61 Previously in trend: War
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Russian Duma declares that there will be no general mobilization Russia’s State Duma stated that enacted "military" laws do not mean the announcement of a general mobilization. 28 568 109 Previously in trend: War
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If residents of "Donbas and Ukraine" vote in "referendum" for joining Russian Federation, we will support them, - State Duma Speaker Volodin. VIDEO Speaker of the Russian State Duma Vyacheslav Volodin supports holding a so-called "referendum" on the inclusion of the occupied territories of Ukraine in the Russian Federation. 22 973 107 Previously in trend: Occupied territories - Crimea and Donbas
Occupiers brought "international experts" to Olenivka pre-trial detention center The head of the State Duma Committee on International Affairs of the Russian Federation and the leader of the Liberal Democratic Party, Leonid Slutsky, brought "international experts" to the occupied Olenivka, to the pre-trial detention center where Ukrainian prisoners of war were killed. 19 348 45 Previously in trend: War
Russian Federation passed law on extrajudicial closure of mass media for "fakes" and "discrediting" army Deputies of the State Duma of the Russian Federation adopted in the third reading a law that empowers the Prosecutor General's Office to close without trial the mass media for spreading "fakes", "discrediting" the armed forces of Russia and "calls for sanctions". 2 191 19
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Russia leaves European Court of Human Rights Russia's parliament has voted to withdraw from the European Court of Human Rights. The decision was made after more than 20 years as a member of the Council of Europe, the continent's main human rights organization. 9 205 32
Russia does not rule out possibility of CSTO troops entering Ukraine Chairman of the State Duma Committee on Defense Andrei Kartapolov did not rule out the possibility of the introduction of troops of the Collective Security Treaty Organization in the Russian-occupied territories of Ukraine. 31 558 81 Previously in trend: War
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Russia is still waiting for Zelensky to "demilitarize" and abandon Crimea Russian State Duma Speaker Vyacheslav Volodin said that President Volodymyr Zelensky should withdraw troops from eastern Ukraine, as well as agree to "denazification", "demilitarization" and abandonment of NATO and Crimea. 33 257 126 Previously in trend: Russian aggression against Ukraine War
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Rada declares Russian State Duma elections illegitimate The Ukrainian parliament has approved Resolution No. 6078 "On the Statement of the Verkhovna Rada of Ukraine on the illegitimacy of the elections of deputies to the State Duma of the Russian Federation of 2021." 4 897 16 Previously in trend: Occupied territories - Crimea and Donbas
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Turkey declares non-recognition of elections to Russian Duma held in occupied Crimea Turkey does not recognize the results of the Russian parliamentary elections, which took place on September 17-19 in the occupied Crimea, the Turkish Foreign Ministry said on its website. 6 481 41 Previously in trend: Occupied territories - Crimea and Donbas
Putin actually tore up Minsk agreements, - Butusov After the certification of the residents of ORDLO, it is impossible to talk about any political scenario and peace negotiations at all. 11 955 59 Previously in trend: Russian aggression against Ukraine
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Russian lawmakers approve new Internet isolation law Russia’s lower house of parliament approved on Tuesday the third reading of a draft law that aims to increase Moscow’s sovereignty over its Internet segment and defend against foreign meddling. 15 134 113
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Roman Seleznev sentenced to 27 years in prison in US hacking case, - Daily Mail The son of a Russian lawmaker was sentenced on Friday by a U.S. federal court to 27 years in prison after being convicted of hacking into U.S. small businesses and financial institutions, causing more than $169 million in damages. 32 979 161
Russian MPs propose allowing police to use lethal force against protesters Members of the State Duma of the Russian Federation (United Russia party) Vasily Piskarev and Ernest Valeev have registered a bill that stipulates granting permission to the police officers to use firearms against participants of unauthorized demonstrations. 34 151 169
Voronenkov was murdered by Ukrainian citizen, Russian secret services agent Pavlo Parshov, - MP Anton Herashchenko. PHOTO The murder of Denys Voronenkov was committed by a Russian secret services agent, a citizen of Ukraine Pavlo Parshov born in Sevastopol in 1988. 210 316 444 Previously in trend: Voronenkov assassinated
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