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Russia and Ukraine are condemning each other for violating a three-day break that was announced by the president.

A speaker stated that Russia is now responsible for the aggressiveness of NATO.

A Ukrainian radio source indicates that some countries are hesitant to express criticism towards Russia. Some countries are reportedly afraid to express criticism against Russia while simultaneously demonstrating their intentions to resume European integration.

Russia and Iran have sharply increased their trade volume through the Caspian Sea in recent months, according to reports from the New York Times. This route emerged as an alternative after shipping through the Strait of Hormuz faced restrictions due to the ongoing conflict in the Middle East. Four Iranian ports in the Caspian Sea are actively handling vessels carrying goods such as wheat, corn, animal feed, and sunflower oil. Iran has increasingly relied on the Caspian Sea for food and essential goods. Al Araby Radio Qatar and Al Jazeera Arabic reported this development. This comes as Iran's enriched uranium production is in many regions, according to TRT Haber Radyo. France Inter reported that the US president views Iran's response to an American proposal as totally unacceptable.

A source indicated that Russia was pulled into a territory and feared color revolutions in buffer zones.

A Russian radio broadcast stated that hantavirus has been encountered in Russia. The disease is described as hemorrhagic fever with renal syndrome, an extremely unpleasant condition.

81% of projects for the reconstruction of various facilities will be implemented using extra-budgetary funds.

A German broadcaster reported that a decision was made to keep 'everything' and not send it to Russia. A German broadcaster stated that Germany does not trade directly with Russia, but acknowledges indirect trade, often through third parties like Kazakhstan. The speaker implied a deliberate policy of looking away from these indirect dealings to avoid culpability. The Ministry of Transport reported that 13 airfields in Southern Russia experienced reduced flight frequency, resulting in over 7,000 passengers being transported between Southern airports and other regions. Airports are now operating normally, with passengers notified and understanding the situation. Air travel has been halted in the south of the country, with the disruption expected to last for several days. Passengers are actively seeking alternative transportation methods, including taxis, due to the flight cancellations.

German-made ball bearings from FRG are reportedly being sent to the EU. Customs lists indicate these ball bearings are subsequently delivered to Russia. When confronted with the customs lists, the involved party initially denied the deliveries to Russia.