A cargo train derailed in Russia’s Tula region Moscow. 6 Oct. INTERFAX.RU — IN the Tula region derailed freight train of 24 cars, have informed “Interfax” on Friday the head of the press service of the regional emergency management Maxim Pryakhin. “The accident occurred in Volovsky district. The train consisted of 24 carriages. At the scene left experts of the Ministry. Whether there are victims in the accident — to be confirmed,” said Pryakhin.
Day: October 6, 2017
The Pentagon is concerned about the interest of the allies to buy Russian s-400
Washington alarmed at show close allies of the United States interest in buying Russian anti-aircraft missile systems s-400, reported TASS the representative of the Pentagon Lieutenant Colonel Michelle Baldanza. “We have repeatedly stressed the importance of maintaining operational compatibility with the weapon systems of the US and other countries in the region in the implementation of programs of major military procurements. This compatibility is necessary to address common threats,” said Baldanza. Yesterday, the newspaper “Kommersant” reported that Saudi Arabia is showing interest in the purchase of anti-aircraft missile systems s-400 “Triumph”. The publication, citing its own informed sources indicated that the Russian side has prepared a package of contracts to supply the Saudis weapons and equipment of almost $ 3 billion. Later, the channel Sky News Arabia reported that Riyadh and Moscow agreed to supply missile systems to the Kingdom. In September it became known about the signing of a
The late Prime Minister was suspected of raping children
Edward Heath The late Prime Minister sir Edward Heath would have been questioned by police over allegations of sexual abuse of children, if would be alive. This was stated by the chief constable of Wiltshire Mike Vale, reports The Independent. According to him, there are at least seven credible evidence, covering the period from 1956 to 1992, which could become the basis for conversations of law enforcement officials with the former head of the government. Speech, in particular, about the alleged rape of 11-year-old boy, impropriety in relation to 10-year-old boy and sexually assaulting a 15-year-olds. According to Weil, the police have “a compelling and obvious reason to investigate” these witness statements. In turn, the former Prosecutor General of great Britain Lord Kenneth MacDonald, accused the police of Wiltshire that the guards “covered by the name” the man who can’t defend themselves. “This completely undermines the credibility of their investigation
In Germany, spoke about the fear of Russia to interfere in German elections
The head of the German Federal office for the protection of the Constitution (counterintelligence), Hans-Georg Maassen said that Russia “has refrained from attempts to influence the election to the Bundestag”. On Thursday, October 5, reports the Epoch Times Europe. According to Maasen in Moscow apparently came to the conclusion that “the political costs of such intervention were too high.” On 30 August the Minister of foreign Affairs of Russia Sergey Lavrov said that German intelligence did not present a single fact about the intervention of Russia in election campaign in Germany. “If we talk about facts we know, some time ago it became clear that the German Chancellor was tapped by American intelligence services. I don’t remember about this established fact the German counter-intelligence said something,” said the Minister. Three days earlier Maassen stated that the Russian intelligence services are highly active in Germany and can try to influence the
Putin said that Russia no one is playing a double game
Photo: RIA Novosti Russian leader Vladimir Putin at the plenary session of the forum “Russian energy week” stated that Russia is honest in relations with their partners and no one is playing a double game. “Can you believe, can not believe, you can ask our partners. Our advantage is that we never, who does not lead a double game. We’re always honest with our partners. We openly set out its position. If something does not agree, we directly speak,” said the President. He pointed to the “huge advantage” of Russia, as the country is predictable, “unlike many other countries.” “That is, instead of our military potential, and attracts our partners to develop relations with the Russian Federation”, — he concluded. Earlier, Putin said that some countries use sanctions in the energy sector for unfair competition and in their own interests. October 4, foreign Minister Sergei Lavrov said that Russia’s policy
“Christian state” included Kadyrov and Poklonsky to the blacklist
Photo: RIA Novosti The head of Chechnya Ramzan Kadyrov and state Duma Deputy Natalia Poklonskaya got in the black list of the organization “Christian state Holy Russia.” It includes public figures and the media did not condemn or support the movie “Matilda”. The list published on the website “Russia — Novosibirsk” created by members of a religious Association. Poklonsky members of the “Christian state” called a cheater. “It is the first “passed” the most active defenders of the Orthodox faith, when it became it is not profitable. (…) The sin of betrayal far worse than the sin of sodomite. Poklonskaya is Judas, the traitor defenders of the Orthodox faith, sold for thirty pieces of silver not only Sasha Kalinin, but also sold the faith”, — reads the text of the organization. Kadyrov condemned for its support of MP. “Mr. Kadyrov welcomes such a position of Judas Polonskaya, and at the
Putin: teachers fulfill an important mission
Putin: teachers fulfill an important mission The President of Russia Vladimir Putin at the opening concert in the framework of all-Russian competition “Teacher of year of Russia — 2017” stated that teachers perform a very important and serious mission. According to the President, a teacher is not just a profession, but “a calling, difficult and responsible mission.” “The real teacher is always gives much more than budgeted in the school curriculum, he helps the young man, the teenager, the child to understand themselves, discover the best human qualities, to eventually find their way in life”, — quotes words of the President “Newspaper.ru”. The head of state also noted that teachers strive to teach their students honesty, trust and fairness. Putin indicated that the government will “develop a system that allows teachers to constantly improve their skills, share best practices among themselves”. The portal iz.ru earlier reported that Russian leader Vladimir
“Dislike” Zvyagintsev made to the struggle for “Oscar”
“Dislike” Zvyagintsev made to the struggle for “Oscar” WASHINGTON, 5 Dec — RIA Novosti. The picture of the “Dislike” by Andrei Zvyagintsev allowed to participate in the competition for the title of best foreign language film Academy awards, USA-Oscar organizers said. “A record number, 92 countries have applied for consideration for participation in the contest in the category “Best foreign language film,” the organizers said on Thursday. The Film Is6.8 Dislike Russia at the prestigious contest will present a “Dislike”. Last year for “Oscar” fought 85 foreign paintings. Debutants of “Oscar” will be paintings from Haiti, Honduras, Laos, Mozambique, Senegal and Syria. Awarding the prize “Oscar” will be held on 4 March 2018 at the 90th annual ceremony. Five pictures nominated for the award in each category will be announced on January 23. World premiere of the film “Dislike” was held in the main competition program of the 70-th Cannes
Americans and guns: seven visual graphs
Americans and guns: seven visual graphs I know the statistics about the cult of weapons in the United States in connection with the recent mass murder in Las Vegas. The biggest mass murder in US history again raised questions about the rights to possession of firearms and the introduction of more stringent restrictions on its sale. According to a study by 2017, about 40% of Americans say they own a gun or live in a family where there is a weapon; the number of murders involving firearms in the United States is the highest in the developed world. How many Americans are killed by bullets in comparison with other countries More than 11 thousand Americans were killed in the U.S. in 2016 from firearms. It is about two-thirds of all cases of violent death, including premeditated murder and manslaughter. Where in the world the most gun owners Although precise figures
Renovated street of Submariners in Perm went under water
In Perm some of the local area through the street of Divers flooded because of the rains. On the eve of workers laid new asphalt, but had not the storm drain, writes URA.RU. Representatives of the district administration told the newspaper that the residents had requested only a new road surface — Pro water removal in the application were not documented. In addition, it is well beyond the scope implemented in the city of the program “Formation of a modern urban environment”. “The accumulation of water due to raising the level of asphalt driveways and sidewalks at the houses and installing high curbs,” — said at city hall. In a press-service of city administration said that in the near future new contractor will be engaged in laying drain pipes, to correct the situation. Problems with the storm sewer in Perm not only from the residents of the houses on the