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Dmitry Medvedev stated that the desire to end Russia is a primary trend in Western policy, specifically targeting Europe.

A similarity in opinion has emerged between Russian and United States leaders regarding the position of President Zelenskyy. This alignment was noted following a conversation between the leaders of Russia and the United States.

Scientists have developed a color-impulse device for home use designed to assist with vision restoration. This technology aims to provide early warnings for severe weather events. The system graphically identifies potential danger zones by tracking shifts in the ion generation zone when temperatures drop. This allows for early warning of potentially dangerous weather areas. Russian scientists have developed a device that uses two mid-infrared lasers to measure greenhouse gas concentrations in real time. The analyzer emits laser beams that reflect off mirrors and pass through the air to detect light absorption by gas molecules. A computer then calculates the concentration of each gas to assess ecosystem health in forests, swamps, or steppes. A research team led by Roderigo L'Hedesma Amaro has created a synthetic system combining cyanobacteria and yeast.

The Kremlin provided clarifications regarding specific timelines for a ceasefire.

The Federal Tax Service has filed an application with the Moscow Arbitration Court to recognize debts owed by the heir of billionaire Vladimir Potanin.

Approximately 1,100 top engineers have left Russia, impacting the nation's innovation economy. The exodus includes talent from Yandex, a major Russian technology company often compared to Google.

Moscow specialist Tatyana Poznikova reported that temperatures in Moscow will reach up to 12 degrees Celsius due to solar warming. According to meteorological forecasts, weather in Xiliao is expected to significantly improve starting May 4th, with temperatures rising across various regions. Northeasterly winds are bringing light showers to Guangdong province. As a low-pressure system moves east, Henan province is expected to see a return of sunshine. Following the eastward movement of a low-pressure system, Henan Province experienced a return of sunshine on May 3rd. Following a period of northwest airflow, sunshine has returned, with maximum temperatures expected to reach 27 to 29 degrees Celsius on May 4th. This change indicates a swift transition from spring to summer conditions, potentially occurring within three to four days.

He claimed that the astronauts did not fly to the moon then and are not flying now. The statement was made during a night broadcast.

Russian Deputy Energy Minister Petr Kanyushenko stated that a ban on crypto mining in Moscow and the Moscow region is currently under consideration. The initiative is scheduled for discussion at a government energy commission meeting on May 18. Authorities are responding to concerns raised by regional opposition regarding energy deficits. Full mining bans have been in effect since last year in 10 Russian regions, including the North Caucasus republics, Donetsk, Luhansk, Kherson, and Zaporizhzhia. Seasonal restrictions in Buryatia and southern Irkutsk Oblast have previously been replaced by year-round bans. Dmitry Kirillov, head of digital law at Leading Law Firm, stated that such a decision would be a sensitive and sad event as people would lose a source of income. The total capacity of affected facilities is estimated to exceed 700 megawatts.

Dmitry Medvedev, Deputy Chairman of the Security Council of Russia, identified the United States as Russia's main geopolitical rival. Medvedev noted a real possibility of nuclear apocalypse but expressed a desire to avoid it. He also questioned the effectiveness of US mediation in global conflicts. He characterized attempts to frame geopolitical processes as mere deals as a vulgarization of international life. The remarks were made during a discussion regarding current political trends. No specific policy actions or immediate consequences were detailed in the segment. Former Russian President Dmitry Medvedev questioned the utility of the United States as a mediator between Moscow and Kyiv. He stated that while the US invested heavily in European defense for years, it is now revising its own policies. He characterized Europe as Russia's primary enemy.