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Russia and Azerbaijan are among the world's leading countries in the number of journalists arrested and convicted
Human rights
Russia and Azerbaijan are among the world's leading countries in the number of journalists arrested and convicted
10 December 2025

Reporters Without Borders (RSF) has released a report covering the period from December 2024 to December 2025, providing data on the state of press freedom worldwide. Currently, 503 journalists are held in prison worldwide.

The British Embassy reminded Georgia that the BBC is an independent media outlet in response to demands for an apology
Politics
The British Embassy reminded Georgia that the BBC is an independent media outlet in response to demands for an apology
10 December 2025

The British Embassy in Georgia responded to Prime Minister Irakli Kobakhidze's statement that London should apologize for a "fake" spread by the BBC. This refers to the British Broadcasting Corporation's controversial report alleging that Georgian authorities used a World War I-era chemical weapon called "kamit" to suppress anti-government protests.

Armenia is ready to ensure the transit of goods between Turkey and Azerbaijan through its territory
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Armenia is ready to ensure the transit of goods between Turkey and Azerbaijan through its territory
10 December 2025

Armenia is ready to immediately open its territory to the transit of goods between Turkey and Azerbaijan. Prime Minister Nikol Pashinyan stated this, emphasizing the importance of this step for restoring ties and strengthening peace in the region.

Ingush natives face sentences of over 20 years in the
Society
Ingush natives face sentences of over 20 years in the "Gurazhev gang" case
10 December 2025

The Southern District Military Court will hear the case of Amir Bokov and Mikail Moshkhoev, natives of Ingushetia, who are accused of assisting the "Gurazhev group," known for its attacks on law enforcement.

Azerbaijan expressed its disagreement with the EU-Armenia agreement
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Azerbaijan expressed its disagreement with the EU-Armenia agreement
10 December 2025

Azerbaijan expressed serious concern over the signed partnership agreement between the European Union and Armenia. Baku believes that some provisions contradict the principles of a peaceful resolution of the conflict.

Three drones shot down in Chechnya
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Three drones shot down in Chechnya
9 December 2025

Ramzan Kadyrov reported the destruction of three drones in Chechnya. He said one drone was shot down by Russian Aerospace Forces air defense forces over the territory of the neighboring republic, and two were shot down by mobile fire teams of the Ministry of Internal Affairs and the Russian National Guard directly over Chechnya.

Crimean Tatar political prisoner denied medical care
Human rights
Crimean Tatar political prisoner denied medical care
9 December 2025

Crimean Tatar Edem Smailov, serving a 13-year sentence in Correctional Colony No. 1 in Kostroma, has been unable to receive adequate medical care for almost a year. Since his transfer to the colony in January 2025, his request for a dental consultation has remained unanswered.

Ingushetia Attacked by Drones
Politics
Ingushetia Attacked by Drones
9 December 2025

For the first time in several months, Ingushetia was attacked by unmanned aerial vehicles (UAVs). Two drones crashed in the republic's Malgobek District.

Britain is ready to counter Moscow's possible interference in Armenia's affairs
Politics
Britain is ready to counter Moscow's possible interference in Armenia's affairs
9 December 2025

The United Kingdom has declared its readiness to counter attempts by Russia and other external forces to interfere in Armenia's electoral process. Minister of State Lio Doughty emphasized that London is committed to supporting electoral integrity and the security of the information environment during elections.

A Dagestani athlete was arrested in Moscow for training near a monument to veterans of the Ministry of Emergency Situations
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A Dagestani athlete was arrested in Moscow for training near a monument to veterans of the Ministry of Emergency Situations
9 December 2025

MMA fighter Zaur Ismailov, a native of Dagestan, who trained near a monument to veterans of the Ministry of Emergency Situations in Moscow, has been remanded in custody. He previously published a video showing him using the sculpture near the Slavyansky Bulvar metro station for training.