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Families of individuals sent to the front lines in Russia are demanding the repatriation of their loved ones. The report notes that these individuals were sent to the battlefield by others. The station is receiving these claims via its rotaphone service. A mother reported that her son is being forced to fight on the front lines and is being denied medicine and breakfast. She stated he is currently in a danger zone. Families of citizens are reporting they were deceived into fighting on the front lines against Ukraine. The foreign minister expressed concern regarding the situation of these individuals. The minister urged young people seeking employment to avoid such contracts. Three families are seeking assistance from Puvina to contact Malay authorities to facilitate the return of children to Thailand.

President Vladimir Putin announced that Sergei Melikov will transition to a different role. Sergei Melikov commented on media reports regarding his departure from his current post on April 1.

Roscosmos Director General Dmitry Bakanov announced a project to launch 17 tons of payload into low Earth orbit. The project is being implemented jointly with Kazakhstani partners.

Russian Deputy Security Council Secretary Dmitry Medvedev stated that the European Union leadership is making destructive decisions. He characterized the leaders of the union as idiots. Medvedev suggested that the EU's actions are driven by a desire to provide support to Ukraine.

Annual deaths from infectious diseases caused by certain bacteria could reach 10 million.

The joint use of ibuprofen and paracetamol contributes to an increase in gene mutations in E. coli. This mutation process enhances the bacteria's resistance to antibacterial agents.

The Moscow Mayor's office warned that several central streets will be temporarily blocked for vehicle traffic and parking due to upcoming processions and ceremonial events. These closures are expected to impact movement in the city. Some local reports suggest potential disruptions to mobile communications and SMS services during these periods, similar to observations made on March 8.

A study indicates that Russian mercenary recruitment often involves deceiving or using violence against individuals to force them into signing contracts. The report notes distinct differences in recruitment methods used before and after 2022. Russia has been paying proxies to carry out attacks, according to the BBC World Service. Russian recruitment methods include financial incentives, deception, and physical force or pressure. Recruitment has transitioned from military or ideologically motivated personnel to unskilled individuals including students, laborers, and farmers since 2022. Most recruits are described as financially insecure or socially marginalized individuals who have never handled weapons. This practice has become widespread since 2022.

Authorities arrested Radmir Mavleev, who is facing charges of abuse of power and bribery. Investigators allege Mavleev organized the illegal alienation of a land plot at the Raduga sanatorium. The alleged actions caused damages exceeding 13 million rubles, according to the source. The investigation involves assets linked to Vyacheslav Romanovsky, head of the Moscow region customs, and his family members. The CEO of the Krasmash defense plant, Alexander Gavrilov, has been arrested. He is suspected of receiving a bribe totaling 3 million rubles. The arrest follows allegations of corruption within the defense manufacturing sector.

A warehouse fire broke out near midnight, prompting a response from 160 firefighters. The building contained approximately 1,350 tons of agricultural chemicals, including pesticides and herbicides.