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#russia

For many residents of central Asian countries, Russia remains the only realistic option to earn a living abroad, given a lack of opportunities back home. A shared language, familiar bureaucracy and established migration networks made this a natural transition following the collapse of the Soviet Union. But is Russia still the safe haven for central Asian migrant workers it once was? Increasingly, the answer seems to be no.

The man, who is in his late 20s, is accused of having supplied information on embassy activities between March 2024 and November 20, the date of his arrest, according to the charge sheet. In return, he was paid in euros and bitcoin. He is accused of having supplied either the Russians or the Iranians -- or both -- with the contact details of diplomats, embassy staff and their families.

Censors in Russia have altered or removed significant amounts of content from Western films and series, altering portrayals and key messages to align with the Kremlin's agenda.

"Putin made full control of Donbas, Ukraine's industrial heartland, a central condition for ending the war, demanding a withdrawal from Donetsk and Luhansk."

"I intend to discuss all details regarding ending the killings, ending the war, with President Trump in Washington on Monday. I am grateful for the invitation."

Donald Trump and Vladimir Putin are meeting at a military base in Alaska, which could have enormous consequences for Ukraine amid Russia's ongoing invasion. Following their handshake, Trump and Putin sat down without taking questions from reporters, against a backdrop advertising "Pursuing Peace." This summit is seen as a potential pathway toward establishing a just peace regarding Ukraine, as emphasized by Ukrainian President Zelenskyy's call for a trilateral meeting to be facilitated.