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Russia seizes assets of Swiss food giant Nestle and three French firms

Russian President Vladimir Putin signed a decree Thursday to take control of the Russian assets of Swiss food giant Nestle and three French groups, citing hostile actions by "unfriendly" countries. France responded by calling on Russia to "reverse this decision". While most Western companies sold their Russian operations and holdings…

France 24 · Sep 18

Russia begins voting in first parliamentary election since Ukraine invasion

Russians have begun voting in a three-day parliamentary election, the first since the full-scale invasion of Ukraine in 2022. President Vladimir Putin urged voters to demonstrate support for Russian soldiers, as the ruling United Russia party looks set to retain control of the State Duma . Dissent has been effectively…

The Independent UK · Sep 18

Russia seizes Nestle, Auchan, Lemana Pro and FM Logistic assets in latest Western corporate takeover

Russian authorities have seized assets of Nestle and three French groups. A decree signed by President Vladimir Putin transferred these Russian operations. These companies' Russian subsidiaries were transferred to LEV Management. Most Western firms had already sold or isolated their Russian holdings. This seizure echoes Moscow's previous takeover of Danone's…

The Economic Times · Sep 18

Russia targets Kyiv with new missile attack

The ⁠Ukrainian ​capital ​Kyiv again came under fire from ‌Russian ⁠missiles on ​Friday, ‌Mayor ‌Vitali Klitschko ​said, with witnesses confirming they could hear explosions in the capital. Earlier, Moscow struck four Ukrainian cargo vessels in the Black Sea, Russian state media said. The latest attacks unfolded as Russians headed to…

France 24 · Sep 18

Russians go to polls against backdrop of Ukraine war and Putin’s tightening grip

President’s United Russia party faces no meaningful opposition after liberal anti-war party barred from ballot

The Guardian - UK · Sep 18

Russians begin voting in controlled election as war drags

Russia began voting Friday in a three-day parliamentary election, the first since Moscow launched its full-scale invasion of Ukraine in 2022. The 450-seat State Duma vote is being closely watched by the Kremlin for signs of public support and war fatigue, amid tight political controls and limited anti-war opposition.

The Economic Times · Sep 18

Russia’s parliamentary elections will not be a referendum on the Ukraine war – or anything, really

Russia is not a democracy. However, Russia does have elections – many of them, in fact.

The Conversation · Sep 18

Fresh US sanctions against Russia a ‘potential game-changer’, says Miliband

The goal of the legislation is to ramp up economic pressure on Moscow, but will depend on enforcement by the White House.

Evening Standard · Sep 17

Russia kicks off voting in first parliamentary election since Ukraine war began

Russians began voting on Friday in a three-day parliamentary election that will determine all 450 seats in the State Duma (lower house of the Federal Assembly of Russia), the first such election since Moscow launched its full-scale invasion of Ukraine in February 2022.

The Times of India · Sep 17

Is Russia Guiding Iran's Missiles? The Satellite Trail Ukraine, Reuters and Washington Are All Tracing

Ukrainian intelligence, Reuters and Trump's own team clash over whether Russian satellites help Iran target US troops in the Gulf. Here's what's verified.

Latin Times · Sep 17