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Russia Makes Headlines: From UN Standoffs to Terror Attacks

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From UN stalemates to terror attacks, Russia's actions are under the spotlight. Dive into the latest developments here!

Russia has been at the center of international attention recently for a series of significant events. In the diplomatic arena, France attempted to break the UN Gaza stalemate after Russia and China vetoed a US resolution for a cease-fire in the Israel-Hamas conflict. Emmanuel Macron stepped in following criticisms of Washington, Beijing, and Moscow. Sadly, violence escalated within Russia itself when gunmen attacked a concert hall near Moscow, leaving over 40 dead and 100 injured. This was a major tragedy that shook the nation.

In another alarming incident, Russia launched a massive missile and drone attack on Ukraine's energy infrastructure, marking one of the largest assaults since the invasion began. The US also confirmed intelligence linking the Islamic State to a deadly shooting in a Moscow concert hall. These events have raised concerns globally about the growing tensions and violence in the region.

The terror attack in Moscow, reminiscent of past assaults during Putin's rule, has reignited fear and memories of past tragedies in Russia. The refusal to share information on the concert hall incident adds to the complexity of the situation. In a surprising move, Russia and China vetoed a US-led UN resolution on Gaza ceasefire, further deepening the diplomatic rifts.

In summary, Russia's recent actions have had far-reaching implications, from diplomatic standoffs to tragic attacks. The country's involvement in regional conflicts and internal security challenges continues to draw international scrutiny. It remains to be seen how these events will shape future relations and security dynamics in the region.

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France tries to break UN Gaza stalemate after Russia, China ... (POLITICO.eu)

Emmanuel Macron jumps in after Washington slammed Beijing and Moscow for “cynical” and “petty” move.

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Israel-Hamas war: Russia, China veto US resolution seeking ... (New Zealand Herald)

Russia and China on Friday vetoed a US-sponsored United Nations resolution supporting “an immediate and sustained cease-fire” in the Israel-Hamas war in ...

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Russia says 40 killed and more than 100 wounded in attack on ... (Africanews English)

Several gunmen burst into a large concert hall on the edge of Moscow on Friday and sprayed the crowd with automatic gunfire, killing at least 40 people, ...

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Major attacks inside Russia (Reuters)

At least 40 people were killed and more than 100 injured when gunmen dressed in camouflage opened fire with automatic weapons at a concert hall near Moscow ...

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Russia says 60 dead, 145 injured in concert hall raid; Islamic State ... (The Washington Post)

Russian officials say more than 60 people have been killed and over 100 injured by assailants who burst into a concert hall and sprayed the crowd with ...

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Russia launches likely largest-ever attack on Ukraine's energy ... (CNN)

Russia launched one of its biggest missile and drone barrages on Ukraine's energy infrastructure since the start of its full-scale invasion more than two ...

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US has intelligence confirming Islamic State responsibility for Russia ... (Reuters.com)

The United States has intelligence confirming Islamic State's claim of responsibility for a deadly shooting at a concert near Moscow, two U.S. officials ...

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Moscow terror attack shakes Russia after Putin's vote triumph (Deccan Herald)

The bloody assault on the capital Friday was a throwback to an earlier period of Putin's quarter-century reign, when suicide bombings, most blamed on Islamists ...

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Russia says United States must share any information it has on ... (Reuters India)

Russia said on Friday that if the United States knew for sure that Ukraine was not involved in a mass shooting incident at a concert hall near Moscow ...

Russia, China veto US-led UN resolution on Gaza ceasefire (swissinfo.ch)

(Reuters) -The United Nations Security Council on Friday turned down a resolution calling for an immediate ceasefire in Gaza and an Israel-Hamas hostage deal ...

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