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Plenipotentiary of the Russian Federation Gryzlov: Kiev has not fulfilled any obligations in the Normandy format that the Kiev authorities for two years did not fulfill any of the commitments adopted at the meeting in the Normandy format (with the participation of Ukraine, Germany, Russia and France). His words are quoted by TASS. “The Ukrainian government has not fulfilled any of its obligations assumed in the Normandy format. Moreover, the Ukrainian side continues to block the work of the Contact Group, “the diplomat said. Gryzlov added that Kiev gives neither a positive nor a negative answer to all the proposals of the unrecognized Donetsk and Lugansk People's Republics (DPR and LPR) , as well as guarantees for a peaceful political settlement. The plenipotentiary stressed that work on the Roadmap for a comprehensive political settlement of the conflict in accordance with the Minsk agreements, which provides for consistent steps in the

Vice Prime Minister Stefanishina: Ukraine has made progress on EU accession Vice Prime Minister for European and Euro-Atlantic integration of the country Olga Stefanishina during negotiations within the framework of development cooperation between the government of Ukraine and the government of Germany said that Kiev has made progress in the implementation of the agreement on accession to the European Union (EU) by 60 percent. She is quoted by RIA Novosti. “Progress in the implementation of the association agreement reaches 60 percent – this is also a good signal for European companies that the Ukrainian regulatory environment is gradually aligning with the EU norms and rules,” Stefanishina said. . Earlier, NATO Secretary General Jens Stoltenberg called the condition for Ukraine's entry into the alliance. According to him, this will happen if all 30 member states support such a decision, but Russia cannot interfere in this process. The Secretary General noted that

Cauda Infectious Disease Officer: Regular measures must be followed to contain the omicron COVID-19 strain Roberto Cauda, ​​Italian professor of infectious diseases at Rome's Gemelli Hospital In a conversation with Izvestia, he named the methods of prevention that need to be carried out in connection with the spread of the omicron strain of coronavirus infection. According to him, this virus mutation is still poorly understood, but, presumably, it will be more infectious with each of the previous ones. Related materials 00:01 – September 8 ” The lack of vaccines is a shame “The acute phase of a pandemic could drag on for years. How can humanity defeat the coronavirus? 17: 19 – 27 November A new strain of coronavirus has come to Europe from Africa. ? The specialist believes that to contain the virus, you need to take the most common measures – wear masks, gloves and maintain social distance.

The coach of the Russian national team Karpin said that Kudryashov's condition improved after an own goal after an own goal in the final round of the 2022 World Cup qualifier against Croatia. His words are quoted by RIA Novosti. The specialist said that he talked to Kudryashov by phone and learned that his mood had improved. “What he wanted to do in that episode is understandable, but he could not do it, because both of his back muscles tightened. Remained on crutches, “he stressed. Kudryashov's own goal was the only goal scored in the final round of the selection for the 2022 World Cup. The victory allowed the Croatian national team to overtake the Russians and take first place in Group H. The Russian national team will continue to fight for the right to play at the World Championship in play-offs. The Russian national team will play in the

White House spokesman Psaki cannot answer about the meeting between the heads of the Russian Federation Putin and the US Biden White House spokesman Jen Psaki said that Washington is not yet able to answer the question about possible further new contacts between the Presidents of the Russian Federation Vladimir Putin and the United States, Joe Biden, but maintains contact on this topic with Moscow. Her words are quoted by TASS. “I have nothing to announce or predict at the moment,” said Psaki, adding that during the summer summit in Geneva, the United States maintains high-level contacts with Russian colleagues.

RBC: Fitch agency called the likelihood of a lockdown due to the omicron strain low , assessed by the rating agency Fitch. According to analysts, the possibility of introducing a global lockdown is not high, RBC reports. The agency explained that at the moment there is not enough objective information about the new omicron strain of coronavirus, so it is too early to take into account its consequences in forecasts of economic growth. However, experts called the likelihood of introducing a lockdown low. It will take from several days to several weeks to assess the danger of the omicron strain. The most significant risk for the global economy will be new restrictive measures that countries will take if the greater danger of the omicron strain compared to the “delta” is confirmed … However, the agency adds that the new wave of coronavirus “has less impact on economic growth as the

Head of BioNTech ahin: Comirnaty vaccine is probably effective against omicron strain Head of BioNTech Ugur ahin ), developed by the German company BioNTech (“Biontech”) together with the American partner Pfizer (“Pfizer”), against the new omicron strain of the coronavirus. His words are quoted by Reuters. Shahin pointed out that the drug is likely to provide protection against severe disease, referring to cases where patients require hospitalization or intensive care. “We believe that humans are likely to have significant protection against the severe course of the omicron strain,” he explained. Related Materials 00:01 – September 8 ” The lack of vaccines is a shame “The acute phase of a pandemic could drag on for years. How can humanity defeat the coronavirus? 17: 19 – 27 November A new strain of coronavirus from Africa has arrived in Europe. What is known about the omicron and how dangerous it is? doses of

NATO Secretary General Stoltenberg: Ukraine will join the alliance if all 30 member countries support this NATO Secretary General Jens Stoltenberg has named a condition for Ukraine's entry into the alliance. According to him, this will happen if all 30 member states support such a decision, but Russia cannot interfere in this process, RIA Novosti reports. The Secretary General noted that the organization supports Kiev on the way to membership and the Euro-Atlantic integration, including through reforms, fighting corruption, strengthening defense and security systems to meet accepted standards. “This should be a decision of 30 member states, a consensus is needed to expand the alliance. Russia has no right to interfere in this process, since Ukraine is a sovereign and independent state … This issue can be resolved by Ukraine and the NATO countries, Russia has no veto right, “Stoltenberg emphasized. Earlier, the NATO Secretary General said, that the alliance

WHO has called on people over 60 years of age and with underlying medical conditions to refrain from travel The World Health Organization (WHO) has called on people at risk including persons over 60 years of age, as well as persons with concomitant diseases, refrain from traveling. Such new recommendations, the WHO presented a statement, RIA Novosti reports. “People who are unwell or at risk of developing a serious COVID-19 disease and death, including people aged 60 years and older or people with concomitant diseases (for example, heart disease, cancer and diabetes), it should be recommended to postpone the trip, “the organization said in a statement. WHO previously said that a complete ban on international flights would not stop the spread of COVID-19. It also indicated that countries need to continue to apply an evidence-based and risk-based approach when implementing travel-related measures in line with international health regulations. Newest strain

Yuzhuralzoloto Group of Companies filed a lawsuit against Petropavlovsk for the sale of 29.9% of shares Mining company Yuzhuralzoloto Group of Companies ( UGK), which is the largest shareholder of the gold mining company Petropavlovsk, has filed a lawsuit against it over the proposed sale of a 29.9 percent stake in the Hong Kong iron ore company IRC, Petropavlovsk said in a statement cited by TASS. Previously, UGK management said that the sale of shares in IRC is not in the sphere of Petropavlovsk's business interests, and therefore opposed this transaction. Earlier it became known that Russian gold miners earned and got rich thanks to the coronavirus pandemic, during which world prices for the precious metal was at a consistently high level. Among Russian companies, the largest price increase was recorded in transactions involving Petropavlovsk (by 30 percent) and Seligdar (29 percent), the smallest – in GV Gold (by 24