The Associated Press asked the court to dismiss the action Deripaska’s defamation

The Associated Press asked the court to dismiss the action Deripaska’s defamation The Associated Press asked the judge to reject the lawsuit of billionaire Oleg Deripaska, who accuses the Agency of libel because of articles about his collaboration with ally of President Donald trump Paul Manafort. The American news Agency Associated Press filed a motion in Federal court in Washington to dismiss the libel suit that he filed against Russian billionaire Oleg Deripaska (23rd position in the Russian rating Forbes; $5.3 billion). In his speech, the journalists said that Deripaska disputes the story about his possible ties with ally US President Donald trump Paul Manafort on the basis of its “intense impact” and not the information transmitted in the material of the Associated Press. Such a public figure, Deripaska must refer to the facts, not just the conclusions — which, if it is really proven most likely establish “malice” in

British soldiers sent to Gabon to protect elephants

In Gabon will host the British contingent, which will protect the local elephants from smugglers and terrorists. About it reports The Independent. The mission sent at the request of the Gabonese authorities, will consist of 16 fighters from various elite units. It is planned that in the main they will train the local officers of the forest service, which has had to confront smugglers armed with Kalashnikovs and RPGs. The Gabonese military will be taught to handle weapons, conduct investigative and search activities, and use WhatsApp. According to the authorities of Gabon, the smugglers are closely associated with Islamist movements, including the “West African province of the Islamic state” (better known as “Boko Haram”). They destroy tens of thousands of elephants, the proceeds after the sale of the ivory, the money goes to funding terrorists. In the 10 years between 2004 and 2014, only one of the national parks of

Motorcyclists fired on a crowd in the South of France

Two unknown persons on motorcycles on Monday, July 3, opened fire on passersby in the French city of Toulouse, one person was killed, six more wounded. About it reports a portal franceinfo. According to franceinfo, the condition of two victims is estimated as heavy. Staged shooting from a scene disappeared. It is also indicated that at least one of the shooters was dressed in “traditional Muslim clothing”. Toulouse police believe the motive of the attackers was revenge. The version of terrorist act is not considered law enforcement officers as a priority. July 2, unknown persons in masks opened fire at a mosque in the city of Avignon in Southeast France. In the result of incident eight people were injured, including a seven year old girl. The attackers managed to escape. Police have ruled out an act of terrorism. Allegedly, the incident occurred after a quarrel between young people. June 29,

Zakharova found further evidence of the campaign against Damascus

Maria Zakharova The representative of the Russian foreign Ministry Maria Zakharova on Monday, July 3, on his page on Facebook told about the next round of awareness-raising campaigns against the Syrian authorities. To his post, she attached a statement of the Free Syrian army with accusations against Damascus about the alleged use of chemical weapons in Eastern Huta. “”Chemical show” is gaining momentum. Another indication that the media campaign against Damascus was launched, the message about “use of poison gas in East ghouta”. A piece of paper, decorated by all the canons of the Western press services, fix the beginning of a “chemical attack” and it condemns,” wrote Zakharov. Also foreign Ministry spokesman said “perfect English language” publication, which is characteristic of resolutions of the UN Security Council and other international documents. “These phrases will then be offered the Western colleagues, for working, for example, on the presidential statement of

Valentina Matvienko arrived in Kyrgyzstan

Photo: Russian Newspaper In Kyrgyzstan on a working visit there has arrived the Chairman of the Federation Council of the Federal Assembly of the Russian Federation Valentina Matvienko. Honored guest was received by President of Kyrgyzstan Almazbek Atambayev. During the meeting the head of state stressed the importance of the visit of Valentina Matvienko for the whole of Kyrgyzstan. – The Federation Council, under your leadership, is helping Kyrgyzstan in all matters, not only in those presented in the media. Do you root for us, – said Atambayev. Speaking in response, Valentina Matvienko thanked the Kyrgyz President for the support of the cultural forum “the Children of the Commonwealth”, which these days takes place in the Republic. The last time I visited Kyrgyzstan in 2014 – said Matvienko. – Time flies, but I still remember the warm, pleasant trip. This time our visit was connected with the invitation of the

The Russian Ambassador will meet with US Deputy Secretary of state

Deputy Secretary of state Thomas Shannon met today with Russian Ambassador Sergei Kislyak in Washington. The event will be held in the format of a working Breakfast. Earlier on Smolenskaya square said that Moscow refuses bilateral consultations with the United States after the expansion of sanctions. Later, the state Department expressed regret in connection with this decision of Moscow.

The Governor of new Jersey rested on the private beach, they also

The Governor of new Jersey rested on the private beach, they also A flurry of critical comments lashed out at the Governor of new Jersey Christopher Christie because of photos in which the family is depicted resting on a closed to the public beach. Earlier, the Republican Governor ordered to close for the weekend and US independence Day on 4 July a number of parks and free beaches, including Island beach State Park Beach where it was captured by photographers. The decision to close parks and beaches for the weekend, the Governor explained that state legislators failed to meet the deadline with the approval of the budget. “I’m not sunbathing today,” said Christopher Christie before in mass media there were photos from his vacation on the beach. Christie & family lounge on a state beach closed to the public. Christie: “I didn’t get any sun.” Flack: He wore a hat.

The new Zealand aquarium called the naughty penguin of the month

The new Zealand aquarium called the naughty penguin of the month Every month the national aquarium of New Zealand chooses the obedient and the disobedient penguins. Pictures of birds, distinguished by the behavior exhibited on a special stand. In June the naughty penguin was Timmy. As indicated on the plate he was stealing the fish and knocking other penguins. Best was Betty — she swims well and patiently waiting for his fish.

Robbie Williams on tour, drug addiction and the harsh Russian parties

Robbie Williams on tour, drug addiction and the harsh Russian parties This Saturday, July 1, guest special issue of the online show “OK!” was the British singer Robbie Williams. The musician replied to the questions of Classmates and talked about her concert tour, which he finishes in Russia and will give two concerts — on September 7 in Saint-Petersburg and 10 September in Moscow. Live shows Robbie Williams spoke about the creation of the song Party Like a Russian, the harsh Russian parties and consequences of their alcohol and drug addictions. From the party Robbie is now trying to abstain, as from meetings with classmates, but a sober lifestyle does not interfere with the musician to have fun at concerts and TV shows. Robbie never refused to represent Russia at “Eurovision”. Moreover, spasibo now not the only word he knows in Russian. Robbie also told the audience about their children,