Stories from Russia

Scammers are attempting to hijack personal accounts on the Russian State Services portal. Criminals use the SNILS number to request password recovery codes via SMS. Once the code is intercepted, attackers gain control over the user's personal account.

Two individuals have been placed on an international wanted list after a stabbing incident in Yekaterinburg. One suspect reportedly worked as a security guard while the second worked at an enterprise. Both suspects fled the scene following the attack.

A management company in Yekaterinburg hired killers to murder a resident who was dissatisfied with the company's work. The local investigative committee reported the incident. All targets reportedly survived the attempt.

The Russian government is working on a plan to merge private and state medical institutions. Deputy Prime Minister Tatyana Golikova visited the Almazov National Medical Research Center in Saint Petersburg to discuss the initiative. A deputy chairman stated that merging data from private and state institutions must only occur with patient consent. The Investigative Committee is reportedly involved in related proceedings. Health Minister Tatiana Golikova stated that the government is currently working on the consolidation process. Health Minister Alla Khvoshchenova stated the government is working on merging several medical institutions in Saint Petersburg. Two people were reported to have sustained moderate to serious injuries and were hospitalized.

A rehabilitation center for participants of the special military operation will become fully operational in the Nenets Autonomous Okrug starting next year. Governor Irina Gekt announced the development and stated that all participants receive maximum support in the region.

Dmitry Medvedev, Deputy Chairman of the United Russia party, stated at a plenary session that Russia must not depend on foreign supplies of medical equipment. He noted that the healthcare system is currently facing challenges regarding drug supply. Medvedev said that the need for domestic production is an obvious reality in modern conditions. He said that avoiding dependence on external providers is an obvious necessity in modern conditions. He reported that the development of innovative drugs has already been launched with party support in St. Deputy Chairman of the Security Council Dmitry Medvedev stated that Russia requires both innovative medicines and essential standard drugs. He noted that the list of medicines expands every year. Expert Tatyana Golika reported at a forum that the share of medicines produced within Russia should reach 90% by 2030.

A woman in Crimea allegedly misappropriated over 2 million rubles intended for the daughter of a deceased special military operation soldier. The woman reportedly maintained access to the daughter's bank account and used the funds to purchase real estate for a relative.

Vadim Mashkovich, founder of the Rusagra holding, faces allegations of intentional bankruptcy, money laundering, and bribery.

A collapse occurred in the permafrost region of Okhotsk, leaving eight people under the rubble. Rescue operations are being conducted around the clock.

The Russian Ministry of Internal Affairs (MVD) is set to lose a portion of its authority regarding labor migration. The Russian Ministry of Internal Affairs is introducing a bill that would conclude a long-term process regarding the migration sphere.