Russia opened three days of Duma voting, including in occupied Ukrainian territories, amid opposition limits and verification concerns.
Zelensky expects late-September talks with U.S. officials on energy security, grain exports and Russia’s pressure on Ukraine.
Putin endorsed using volunteers deemed completely unfit for military service to defend rear-area facilities from drones amid recruitment pressure.
Ella Pamfilova urges revoking voting rights of Russian emigrants labeled as foreign agents, signaling legislative changes with broad governance and business implications.
The Russian State Duma amended the fuel dampener and trading rules to enhance domestic fuel supply and price stability amid export restrictions and refinery disruptions.
Russia proposes legislation to allow convicts of serious crimes to join military service contracts, reflecting efforts to boost troop numbers amid ongoing conflict.
Russia warns Armenia that its growing ties with the EU may lead to suspension of duty-free gas and petroleum imports, threatening critical energy cooperation agreements.