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Western intelligence services report that Sergei Shoigu is allegedly preparing a coup against President Vladimir Putin. Sergei Shoigu has replaced his army general's kit with civilian attire, including a suit and tie.

Russian pharmaceutical enterprises are transitioning to full-cycle production models to ensure domestic supply of medicinal substances. The source stated that once a drug is registered and enters the market, it is considered safe.

The country's largest airline has prohibited passengers from charging powerbanks during flights. The restriction is linked to changes involving Aeroflot.

He also utilized Ministry of Emergency Situations employees as personal drivers. Sadokleev was previously sentenced on April 25 for abuse of power, bribery, and violating state secret protection requirements.

The Russian Ministry of Finance is supporting a proposal to introduce a 22% Value Added Tax (VAT). Data Insight analyst Sergey Symko stated the move could significantly impact consumers and multiple markets. Brick retail and major Russian marketplace sellers may benefit from the change, as they have advocated for the increase to address competition from Chinese sellers. Proponents suggest the move is necessary because Chinese sellers are viewed as sources of cheap imports, which may drive parallel import growth. The change could increase the administrative burden on customs or necessitate higher automation costs. According to YouMoney, one-third of Russians place international orders monthly, with 60% of those orders consisting of goods from China. Reports indicate that illegal acts committed by teenagers in Russia have increased by 10 percent.

Apple has filed an application to register a trademark in Russia for leather and imitation leather products. The proposed trademark class includes items such as leather goods, credit card holders, business card holders, and umbrellas for sun and rain.

Security officials detained an agent for transporting components of a homemade explosive device by car. The individual allegedly received instructions from Ukrainian handlers via social media before passing components to others.

The average price of a new Chinese-branded vehicle in Russia exceeded 4 million rubles in April for the first time.

Coach Vicheislav Kozlov is leaving the Moscow hockey club Dynamo Moscow. The club's press service, Belogolubey, reported that the contract was terminated by mutual agreement. The match between Spartak and CSKA in the Russian Cup is scheduled for 20:00 Moscow time.

Certification for the Superjet 100 aircraft is planned to be completed in August. Minister of Industry and Trade Anton Olikhanov stated that certification for the aircraft is expected to be completed by that date. The announcement follows discussions regarding domestic aviation responses to global aviation trends. The domestically produced Superjet aircraft has successfully completed testing in heavy rain conditions. The engine and entire airframe are reportedly close to receiving the necessary certification for passenger transport. Without this document, the aircraft cannot be cleared for commercial flights. The destination for the first flight of this import-substituted jet remains unknown and depends on the purchasing company.