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  • MIL-OSI Russia: Financial news: 04/28/2025, 13:58 (Moscow time) the values of the upper limit of the price corridor and the range of market risk assessment for the VTBR (VTB JSC) security were changed.

    Translation. Region: Russian Federal

    Source: Moscow Exchange – Moscow Exchange –

    04/28/2025

    13:58

    In accordance with the Methodology for determining the risk parameters of the stock market and deposit market of Moscow Exchange PJSC by NCO NCC (JSC), on 28.04.2025, 13-58 (Moscow time), the values of the upper limit of the price corridor (up to 112.73) and the range of market risk assessment (up to 120.021015 rubles, equivalent to a rate of 38.25%) of the VTBR security (VTB JSC) were changed.

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  • MIL-OSI Russia: Financial security issues were discussed with the director of Rosfinmonitoring at the HSE Distributed Lyceum school

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    Source: State University Higher School of Economics – State University Higher School of Economics –

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    Director of the Federal Service for Financial Monitoring Yuri Chikhanchin discussed with high school students the problem of financial security of young people, including droppers. The meeting, organized at the initiative of the Higher School of Economics, took place at Moscow School No. 2107, which is part of the network Distributed Lyceum of the National Research University Higher School of Economics.

    “CLASS Hour” with the head of Rosfinmonitoring brought together students in grades 10-11. The event was also attended by Deputy Vice-Rector, Director for Strategic Work with Applicants of the National Research University Higher School of Economics Alexander Chepovsky and Principal of School No. 2107 Elena Naumova. The meeting was moderated by Marina Shemyakina, Head of the Center for Inter-Olympiad Training of Schoolchildren and Students of the P.N. Lebedev Physical Institute of the Russian Academy of Sciences.

    Yuri Chikhanchin emphasized the importance of increasing the financial and legal literacy of schoolchildren and students. As the head of the department noted, criminals increasingly use minors as droppers and it is important for young people to understand the consequences of such actions, not to transfer their bank cards and account information to third parties.

    Useful knowledge on how to protect yourself and your loved ones from threats can be gained by participating in the International Financial Security Olympiad. The Olympiad also provides an opportunity to get to know the work of financial intelligence officers and the anti-money laundering system in general.

    “We are always waiting for young specialists who have modern knowledge and skills in the field of information technology, finance, economics, international law. Universities of the International Network Institute in the field of AML/CFT (counter-money laundering and counter-terrorism financing. – Ed.) prepare future financial intelligence officers. We invite you to become part of this big family,” said Yuri Chikhanchin.

    Alexander Chepovsky noted the active work of the Higher School of Economics in the field of financial security: “Since 2024, we have become part of the International Network Institute in the Sphere of AML/CFT (INI) and actively support financial security events for schoolchildren and students, and also create our own projects. For example, this academic year we are launching the minor “Financial Security and Computer Investigations” for second-year students, which will provide the necessary knowledge base and form important legal, financial and digital competencies. Upon completion of the training, students will receive an official document on microqualification. And school graduates, when entering a number of bachelor’s and specialist’s degree programs at the National Research University Higher School of Economics, receive preferences for high results in the International Olympiad on Financial Security, of which we are a co-organizer as a member of the INI.”

    During the “CLASS Hour”, students asked the head of the Russian financial intelligence service questions, took part in the thematic game “True or Fake” and solved a practical case in the role of analysts.

    As part of the meeting, a tour of the school museum of historical large-scale miniatures of the Great Patriotic War “Muzimmion” was also organized.

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  • MIL-OSI Russia: Financial news: 04/28/2025, 10:23 (Moscow time) the values of the upper limit of the price corridor and the range of market risk assessment for the security RU000A108UR9 (RESOLiBP26) were changed.

    Translation. Region: Russian Federal

    Source: Moscow Exchange – Moscow Exchange –

    04/28/2025

    10:23

    In accordance with the Methodology for determining the risk parameters of the stock market and deposit market of Moscow Exchange PJSC by NCO NCC (JSC) on 28.04.2025, 10-23 (Moscow time), the values of the upper limit of the price corridor (up to 128.61) and the range of market risk assessment (up to 1463.84 rubles, equivalent to a rate of 37.5%) of the security RU000A108UR9 (RESOLiBP26) were changed.

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  • MIL-OSI Russia: Financial news: 04/28/2025, 10:55 (Moscow time) the values of the upper limit of the price corridor and the range of market risk assessment for the security RU000A1098W8 (DOM 1P-18R) were changed.

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    Source: Moscow Exchange – Moscow Exchange –

    04/28/2025

    10:55

    In accordance with the Methodology for determining the risk parameters of the stock market and deposit market of Moscow Exchange PJSC by NCO NCC (JSC) on 28.04.2025, 10-55 (Moscow time), the values of the upper limit of the price corridor (up to 103.33) and the range of market risk assessment (up to 1214.01 rubles, equivalent to a rate of 10.0%) of the security RU000A1098W8 (DOM 1P-18R) were changed.

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  • MIL-OSI Russia: Financial news: 04/28/2025, 11:01 (Moscow time) the values of the upper limit of the price corridor and the range of market risk assessment for security RU000A0JT403 (VEB.RF 18) were changed.

    Translation. Region: Russian Federal

    Source: Moscow Exchange – Moscow Exchange –

    04/28/2025

    11:01

    In accordance with the Methodology for determining the risk parameters of the stock market and deposit market of Moscow Exchange PJSC by NCO NCC (JSC) on 28.04.2025, 11-01 (Moscow time), the values of the upper limit of the price corridor (up to 102.39) and the range of market risk assessment (up to 1072.83 rubles, equivalent to a rate of 8.75%) of the security RU000A0JT403 (VEB.RF 18) were changed.

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  • MIL-OSI Russia: Financial news: 04/28/2025, 11:08 (Moscow time) the values of the upper limit of the price corridor and the range of market risk assessment for the security RU000A1098W8 (DOM 1P-18R) were changed.

    Translation. Region: Russian Federal

    Source: Moscow Exchange – Moscow Exchange –

    04/28/2025

    11:08

    In accordance with the Methodology for determining the risk parameters of the stock market and deposit market of Moscow Exchange PJSC by NCO NCC (JSC) on 28.04.2025, 11-08 (Moscow time), the values of the upper limit of the price corridor (up to 105.28) and the range of market risk assessment (up to 1236.08 rubles, equivalent to a rate of 12.0%) of the security RU000A1098W8 (DOM 1P-18R) were changed.

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  • MIL-OSI Russia: Marat Khusnullin: The Government Commission has already transferred 128 cultural heritage sites to DOM.RF for further restoration

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    Source: Government of the Russian Federation – An important disclaimer is at the bottom of this article.

    On the instructions of the President of Russia Vladimir Putin, large-scale work is being carried out to preserve cultural heritage sites (CHS). The number of CHS that will be sold for restoration in accordance with the decision of the government commission on increasing the efficiency of federal property use has currently reached 128. In order to organize restoration work, these sites were transferred to the management of DOM.RF. After which the company holds tenders, following which the CHS are transferred to investors for subsequent restoration. This was reported by Deputy Prime Minister Marat Khusnullin.

    “Preservation of cultural heritage is not just the duty of the state, it is our common responsibility to future generations. Each architectural monument, each historical landmark is a part of our national identity, which we are obliged to preserve and pass on to our descendants. According to the President’s instructions, we need to put at least 1,000 cultural heritage sites in order by 2030. In particular, the Government Commission for Improving the Efficiency of Federal Property Use is doing a lot of work to transfer cultural heritage sites to the agency for further restoration. As part of the pilot project, we are working together with the state company DOM.RF to restore cultural heritage sites. At the moment, 128 sites have been transferred to DOM.RF by decisions of the government commission. Their total area is over 175 thousand square meters, and they are located in 44 regions. Of these, 112 were sold at auctions, and 14 have already been restored. At the same time, the preferential lending program applies to 24 pilot sites in eight regions. It is aimed at supporting entrepreneurs, increasing investment attractiveness and the most effective restoration of sites,” said Marat Khusnullin.

    “DOM.RF” acts as the operator of the state program for the restoration of historical buildings with potential for modern use. According to estimates by the Center for Macroeconomic Analysis and Short-Term Forecasting, comprehensive measures following the restoration and involvement in circulation of 1 thousand cultural heritage sites will create more than 53 thousand jobs, and the amount of additional taxes and insurance premiums may exceed 19 billion rubles annually.

    “Preservation of cultural heritage sites is not just restoration, it is the creation of a new ecosystem of interaction between the state, business and society. “DOM.RF” together with the Government is carrying out systematic work on the preservation of cultural heritage sites: from developing measures to support private investors to creating new digital tools for working with such sites. Today, the “Heritage” platform already presents 900 sites in 70 regions – this is a living base for future investment projects. In the near future, we will add about a hundred more sites. Now we are in the process of building a “single window” for investors, where all processes – from selecting an object to approval – will be as transparent and convenient as possible. Our goal is not only to simplify the procedures, but also to build a sustainable model in which the preservation of history becomes a profitable and technological business,” emphasized Vitaly Mutko, General Director of “DOM.RF”.

    On the platform heritage.dom.rf now it works directory of specialized contracting organizations, working with cultural heritage sites. All contractors listed in the register have passed the necessary checks and are licensed by the Russian Ministry of Culture to carry out activities to preserve cultural heritage sites. In addition to details and contact information, the platform provides data on the types of work that contractors perform at the stage of developing design documentation, as well as during repair, restoration and adaptation of cultural heritage sites. For the convenience of investors,heritage.dom.rf examples of restored objects are collected, and the regions in which the companies operate are indicated.

     

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  • MIL-OSI Russia: Marat Khusnullin: The list of key settlements consists of more than half small towns and villages

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    Source: Government of the Russian Federation – An important disclaimer is at the bottom of this article.

    According to the Presidential Decree on the national development goals of the country, by 2030 the quality of the living environment in key settlements should increase by 30% and by 60% by 2036. This work is being carried out under the national project “Infrastructure for Life”, said Deputy Prime Minister Marat Khusnullin.

    “The unified list of support centers includes 2,160 settlements. Taking into account the adjacent territories, they cover almost the entire country in terms of population. Among them are all agglomerations and administrative centers of regions – 212 settlements. Also included are 183 other centers where large investment projects are being implemented, 217 strategic settlements that ensure national security, as well as 1,548 settlements servicing the adjacent territory. Thus, more than half of the support centers are small towns, urban-type settlements and villages. All support settlements will be included in the development program aimed at improving the quality of life of citizens,” said Marat Khusnullin.

    According to the Deputy Prime Minister, this program will cover 16 areas, including housing provision, resettlement of dilapidated buildings, improving the quality of public services, improving the condition of the road network and public transport, increasing transport connectivity, building social infrastructure, landscaping, connecting to gas, providing access to the Internet, and closing unauthorized landfills.

    Infrastructure bonds, treasury infrastructure loans, which will replace infrastructure budget and special treasury loans (IBK and STK), as well as a mechanism for writing off regional debt on budget loans, are provided for the development of key settlements.

    Ilshat Shagiakhmetov, General Director of the Territorial Development Fund, noted that during the period of validity of infrastructure budget and special treasury loans since 2022, regions have appreciated the convenience and flexibility of these instruments.

    “Today, in Russia, thanks to the IBC and SKK programs, operated by the fund, work has been completed on more than 630 objects and events. Residents of large cities and small towns receive better quality utilities, modern social institutions, renovated roads and public transport fleets. Moreover, the new infrastructure has a positive impact on other areas. Residential areas are developing, new jobs are appearing, more private investment is attracted. And this is an integral part of the socio-economic development of each region of our country. The new mechanism of treasury infrastructure loans will serve the same goals aimed at improving the quality of life in the regions,” Ilshat Shagiakhmetov emphasized.

    Different priorities are envisaged for different supporting settlements. Thus, small towns and villages require accelerated development of social infrastructure to reduce the outflow of population. Agglomerations and administrative centers need help with increasing the efficiency of the economy by strengthening agglomeration ties, increasing capital investments in scientific, technological and innovative development, and increasing the efficiency of infrastructure use. In strategic settlements, it is necessary to ensure a quality of living environment sufficient for maintaining and increasing the population, and to support projects to diversify the economy, which depends on the narrow specialization of city-forming enterprises. In the centers of implementation of large investment projects, accelerated development of transport, energy and utilities infrastructure is required, as well as housing construction to attract personnel.

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  • MIL-OSI Russia: Financial news: In 2024, microfinance organizations issued almost 130 billion rubles to businesses

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    Source: Central Bank of Russia –

    Last year, microfinance organizations (MFOs) increased business lending by almost a quarter, counted Bank of Russia. At the end of the year, 75 thousand small and medium-sized companies and entrepreneurs were clients of microfinance organizations.

    In terms of the volume of loans issued, commercial MFIs were ahead of state-owned ones for the first time: they provided entrepreneurs with more than 73 billion rubles – 54% more than in 2023. The growth driver was the digitalization of their services: more than 90% of loans were issued by commercial MFIs remotely. The main clients were small companies and entrepreneurs from the trade sector, including marketplace suppliers.

    State MFIs financed enterprises operating in the construction, transport, goods manufacturing, agriculture, and often regional businesses. Among them were projects participating in the import substitution program. The average interest rate on loans from state MFIs, thanks to state support, was 7% per annum; for commercial ones, it was higher — 46% per annum.

    The State Duma is considering draft law, which proposes to increase the amount of microloans for businesses from the current 5 million to 15 million rubles. This will help expand access for small and medium-sized companies to borrowed funds. Such loans will allow entrepreneurs to finance larger and more capital-intensive projects.

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  • MIL-OSI Russia: Financial news: 04/28/2025, 12:41 (Moscow time) the values of the upper limit of the price corridor and the range of market risk assessment for the security RU000A1009L8 (RZhD 1P-15R) were changed.

    Translation. Region: Russian Federal

    Source: Moscow Exchange – Moscow Exchange –

    04/28/2025

    12:41

    In accordance with the Methodology for determining the risk parameters of the stock market and deposit market of Moscow Exchange PJSC by NCO NCC (JSC) on 28.04.2025, 12-41 (Moscow time), the values of the upper limit of the price corridor (up to 97.86) and the range of market risk assessment (up to 1027.38 rubles, equivalent to a rate of 15.0%) of the security RU000A1009L8 (RZhD 1P-15R) were changed.

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  • MIL-OSI Russia: Mikhail Mishustin delivers a lecture as part of the educational marathon “Knowledge.First”

    Translation. Region: Russian Federal

    Source: Government of the Russian Federation – An important disclaimer is at the bottom of this article.

    From the transcript:

    M. Mishustin: Good afternoon, dear friends!

    Very soon we will celebrate a very important date – the 80th anniversary of the Great Victory. As our President emphasized, its significance in the fate of Russia, in the character and values of our entire people is truly colossal.

    The Great Patriotic War was a serious test for the country. It took the lives of tens of millions of people. It affected almost every Soviet family. We are proud of the feat of all who selflessly defended the independence of our Motherland. They are true heroes, whose courage and dedication to the cause inspire us today. It was thanks to the courage and fortitude of our people, their unity in the face of a common enemy, that we were able to defeat Nazism so that future generations could live in a free country.

    Victory was not only forged at the front. Thousands of people worked conscientiously in factories, fields, hospitals to support the fighters and provide them with everything they needed. And of course, work did not stop in scientific laboratories and design bureaus.

    Let’s talk today about the contribution of our scientists and innovators to the Great Victory. And in general about how technologies influence the development of the state.

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  • MIL-OSI Russia: To mark the 80th anniversary of Victory in the Great Patriotic War, the Moscow Metro decorated its stations with festive installations.

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    In honor of the 80th anniversary of the Victory in the Great Patriotic War, the Moscow Metro has prepared bright and memorable decorations, which have already been installed at the entrances to 11 stations. Installations with stars and glowing rays have appeared at 10 stations, creating an atmosphere of celebration and festivity.

    Particular attention is paid to the Chistye Prudy station, where a unique installation in the shape of the letter “M”, 2 meters high, is installed. It is decorated with the St. George ribbon, an order and the word “Victory” in retro style, which emphasizes the significance of this event for our country.

    The Moscow Metro traditionally takes part in national holidays and significant events under the leadership of Moscow Mayor Sergei Sobyanin. In honor of the Victory anniversary, not only the stations were decorated, but a themed train was launched on Line 3. Festive events have also been prepared for passengers, noted Maxim Liksutov, Deputy Mayor of Moscow for Transport.

    Trubnaya station has been decorated for May 9 for the second year in a row. In anticipation of the 80th anniversary of the Victory, 25 St. George ribbons and 50 bows were placed here, which creates a special atmosphere and emphasizes the importance of this day for all Russians. “The capital’s transport complex traditionally participates in state holidays and important events at the request of Moscow Mayor Sergei Sobyanin. In honor of the 80th anniversary of the Great Victory, the metro infrastructure was decorated. Anniversary installations were installed and a themed train was launched on the Arbatsko-Pokrovskaya line. Festive events in the metro were prepared for passengers,” said Maxim Liksutov.

    We invite all passengers and residents of the capital to enjoy the festive decorations and take part in the celebrations dedicated to the 80th anniversary of Victory!

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  • MIL-OSI Russia: The government has increased the amounts of scholarships named after V.S. Chernomyrdin and E.M. Primakov

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    Source: Government of the Russian Federation – An important disclaimer is at the bottom of this article.

    From September 1, 2025, the amounts of the V.S. Chernomyrdin and E.M. Primakov scholarships, which are received by the most successful and talented students of a number of Russian universities, will be increased. The decrees on this were signed by Prime Minister Mikhail Mishustin.

    The V.S. Chernomyrdin scholarships, intended for the 10 best full-time students of the Moscow Polytechnic University, have been increased from 1.5 thousand to 15 thousand rubles per month.

    The E.M. Primakov scholarships, which are awarded to the 10 most successful students of the Faculty of Economics of Moscow State University named after M.V. Lomonosov and the 10 most distinguished students of MGIMO, will increase from 5 thousand to 15 thousand rubles per month.

    The V.S. Chernomyrdin and E.M. Primakov scholarships were established in accordance with the decrees of the President.

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  • MIL-OSI Russia: On April 28, Mikhail Mishustin will take part in the educational marathon “Knowledge.First”

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    Source: Government of the Russian Federation – An important disclaimer is at the bottom of this article.

    On April 28, Mikhail Mishustin will take part in the federal educational marathon “Knowledge.First”. The topic of the speech of the Chairman of the Government is “The Economy of Victory: the industrial breakthrough of the USSR in 1941-1945 and the achievements of modern Russia”. Mikhail Mishustin will also answer questions from the audience.

     

    The speech will be broadcast on the Russia 24 channel, as well as on the Government’s official Internet resources:

     

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  • MIL-OSI Russia: Marat Khusnullin: Applications are being accepted for the seventh stream of the “Architects.rf” program

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    Source: Government of the Russian Federation – An important disclaimer is at the bottom of this article.

    The professional development program “Architects.rf”, launched in 2018 on behalf of the President, is being implemented by “DOM.RF” with the support of the Government and the Ministry of Construction of Russia. Since 2025, it has become part of the new national project “Infrastructure for Life”. On April 28, the selection stage for the new stream began, Deputy Prime Minister Marat Khusnullin reported.

    “The President has set ambitious goals for the construction industry – not just to build a lot, but to do it well, with soul, creating a comfortable and beautiful environment for people to live in. Architecture is the face of our communities, and it is important that talented, courageous specialists who are able to combine functionality, aesthetics and modern technologies work in the country. The Architects.rf program helps to form a new generation of professionals who will change the face of Russia for the better. Today, about half of the graduates of previous streams work in government agencies and subordinate organizations. Applications for the seventh stream will be accepted until May 18. 100 specialists from different regions of Russia will again become participants in the program,” said Marat Khusnullin.

    Not only qualified architects and urban planners, but also sociologists, ecologists, geographers, cultural scientists, political scientists, economists, anthropologists, lawyers and specialists in the field of tourism and communications are invited to participate in the competitive selection.

    “Over the past six years, the Architects.rf program has united more than 600 professionals working on the development of Russian cities – architects, urbanists, sociologists – all those who thoughtfully create a high-quality and modern urban environment for the residents of our country and future generations. By decision of the President, the deficit of specialists who are tasked with implementing strategies for the development of cities and agglomerations is being filled. Today, Architects.rf is both a platform for career growth and a springboard for realizing the ambitions of city managers, urban planners, and urbanists. Together, they are creating a new architectural culture for Russia while preserving the heritage of the past. Our educational program is an important tool for the high-quality and long-term development of territories: from dynamic megacities to small villages in the Far North,” said Vitaly Mutko, CEO of DOM.RF.

    At the first stage of the competitive selection, candidates will need to fill out a questionnaire and send a professional portfolio. Successful contestants will be offered a video interview. The final stage of the selection will be a meeting of the expert commission, which will determine the composition of the seventh stream of the leadership program.

    The finalists will undergo an educational program lasting approximately eight months, consisting of four full-time modules. It includes various training formats, including research trips around Russia and abroad, lectures, meetings with experts, and work in project groups. The students of the program will become part of a professional interdisciplinary community of graduates.

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  • MIL-OSI Russia: Financial news: 04/28/2025, 10:17 (Moscow time) the values of the upper limit of the price corridor and the range of market risk assessment for the security RU000A1009L8 (RZhD 1P-15R) were changed.

    Translation. Region: Russian Federal

    Source: Moscow Exchange – Moscow Exchange –

    04/28/2025

    10:17

    In accordance with the Methodology for determining the risk parameters of the stock market and deposit market of Moscow Exchange PJSC by NCO NCC (JSC) on 28.04.2025, 10-17 (Moscow time), the values of the upper limit of the price corridor (up to 95.63) and the range of market risk assessment (up to 1005.05 rubles, equivalent to a rate of 12.5%) of the security RU000A1009L8 (RZhD 1P-15R) were changed.

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  • MIL-OSI Russia: Financial news: 04/28/2025, 10:21 (Moscow time) the values of the lower limit of the price corridor and the range of market risk assessment for the RU000A100YY4 security (IA DOM11P2) were changed.

    Translation. Region: Russian Federal

    Source: Moscow Exchange – Moscow Exchange –

    04/28/2025

    10:21

    In accordance with the Methodology for determining the risk parameters of the stock market and deposit market of Moscow Exchange PJSC by NCO NCC (JSC) on 28.04.2025, 10-21 (Moscow time), the values of the lower limit of the price corridor (up to 70.45) and the range of market risk assessment (up to 132.48 rubles, equivalent to a rate of 30.0%) of the security RU000A100YY4 (IA DOM11P2) were changed.

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  • MIL-OSI Russia: Moscow Metro decorates stations with festive installations for the 80th Anniversary of Victory in the Great Patriotic War.

    In celebration of the 80th anniversary of Victory in the Great Patriotic War, Moscow Metro has prepared memorable decorations, now installed at the entrances of 11 stations. Ten stations feature installations with stars and glowing beams, creating an atmosphere of celebration and grandeur.

    One of the highlights is the unique installation at Chistye Prudy station: a 2-meter-tall letter «M» adorned with a St. George ribbon, an order, and the word «Victory» in retro style. This design emphasizes the significance of this event for the country.

    Moscow Metro has a long-standing tradition of participating in national holidays and significant events under the leadership of Moscow Mayor Sergey Sobyanin. For the Victory anniversary, not only stations has been decorated, but a themed train has also been launched on Line 3. Additionally, festive events have been organized for passengers, — noted Maksim Liksutov, Deputy Mayor of Moscow for Transport.

    For the second consecutive year, Trubnaya station has been adorned for May 9th. In honor of the 80th anniversary of Victory, 25 St. George ribbons and 50 bows have been placed at the station, creating a special ambiance that highlights the importance of this day for all Russians.

    The capital’s transport system traditionally participates in national holidays and important events under the directive of Mayor Sergey Sobyanin. For the 80th anniversary of Victory, the metro infrastructure has been decorated with jubilee installations, and a themed train has been launched on the Line 3. Festive events have also been prepared for passengers, — said Maxim Liksutov.

    Moscow Metro invites all passengers and residents of the capital to enjoy the festive decorations and take part in the celebrations dedicated to the 80th anniversary of Victory!

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  • MIL-OSI Europe: Written question – The upgrading of the EU’s repressive mechanisms through ProtectEU at the expense of the people and their struggles against its war plans – E-001566/2025

    Source: European Parliament

    Question for written answer  E-001566/2025
    to the Commission
    Rule 144
    Kostas Papadakis (NI)

    The ‘European Internal Security Strategy’ (ProtectEU), along with the ‘White Paper’, the ‘Preparedness Strategy’ and the ‘European Democracy Shield’, complete the armouring of the EU framework for EU war preparation in the context of intensifying competition with China and Russia but even also the US – the simultaneous confrontation of the ‘enemy within’ for repression at the expense of the people.

    In view of this:

    • 1.What is the Commission’s position on the fact that the protection of ‘critical infrastructure’ in the context of war preparations bears no relation to the real needs of the people for civil protection, such as flood and fire protection measures, which have for a long time demonstrably not been included among the priorities of the EU and bourgeois governments, as they do not guarantee immediate profits for monopoly groups, in contrast to the war industry for which good money is paid by the people?
    • 2.What is the Commission’s position on the fact that infrastructure that is truly critical for the people, such as highways, bridges, railways, etc., is, due to the priority given to the war economy and ‘military mobility’, being devalued and condemned to decline without the required funding from the EU and governments, resulting in great risks to the safety and lives of passengers and workers, but at the same time the transport of NATO war cargo constitutes a risk to life and the potential cause of a large-scale accident?
    • 3.What is the Commission’s position on the fact that the upgrading of the role of the EU’s repressive mechanisms, as reflected in the ‘security strategy’, signals an intensification of the attack on the people and the suppression of workers’ and popular mobilisations against its war plans?

    Submitted: 17.4.2025

    Last updated: 28 April 2025

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  • MIL-OSI Europe: REPORT on the proposal for a regulation of the European Parliament and of the Council amending Regulation (EU) 2017/1938 as regards the role of gas storage for securing gas supplies ahead of the winter season – A10-0079/2025

    Source: European Parliament

    DRAFT EUROPEAN PARLIAMENT LEGISLATIVE RESOLUTION

    on the proposal for a regulation of the European Parliament and of the Council amending Regulation (EU) 2017/1938 as regards the role of gas storage for securing gas supplies ahead of the winter season

    (COM(2025)0099 – C10‑0041/2025 – 2025/0051(COD))

    (Ordinary legislative procedure: first reading)

    The European Parliament,

    – having regard to the Commission proposal to Parliament and the Council (COM(2025)0099),

    – having regard to Article 294(2) and Article 194(2) of the Treaty on the Functioning of the European Union, pursuant to which the Commission submitted the proposal to Parliament (C10‑0041/2025),

    – having regard to Article 294(3) of the Treaty on the Functioning of the European Union,

    – having regard to the opinion of the European Economic and Social Committee of 26 March 2025[1],

    – having regard to the opinion of the Committee of the Regions of …[2],

    – having regard to Rule 60 of its Rules of Procedure,

    – having regard to the report of the Committee on Industry, Research and Energy (A10-0079/2025),

    1. Adopts its position at first reading hereinafter set out;

    2. Calls on the Commission to refer the matter to Parliament again if it replaces, substantially amends or intends to substantially amend its proposal;

    3. Instructs its President to forward its position to the Council, the Commission and the national parliaments.

     

    Amendment  1

    AMENDMENTS BY THE EUROPEAN PARLIAMENT[*]

    to the Commission proposal

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    REGULATION OF THE EUROPEAN PARLIAMENT AND OF THE COUNCIL

    Amending Regulation (EU) 2017/1938 as regards the role of gas storage for securing gas supplies ahead of the winter season

    THE EUROPEAN PARLIAMENT AND THE COUNCIL OF THE EUROPEAN UNION,

    Having regard to the Treaty on the Functioning of the European Union, and in particular Article 194(2) thereof,

    Having regard to the proposal from the European Commission,

    After transmission of the draft legislative act to the national parliaments,

    Acting in accordance with the ordinary legislative procedure,

    Whereas:

    (1) Regulation (EU) 2022/1032 of the Parliament and of the Council[3] was adopted in reaction to the gas-supply crisis and unprecedented price increases caused by the escalation of the Russia’s ongoing unjustified and unprovoked war of aggression against Ukraine since February 2022, impelling the Union to act in a coordinated and comprehensive manner to avoid potential risks resulting from further gas-supply disruptions.

    (2) Regulation (EU) 2022/1032 amended Regulation (EU) 2017/1938 by introducing a temporary legal framework for measures regarding the filling level of underground storage facilities to strengthen the security of gas supply in the Union, in particular gas supplies to protected customers.

    (3) Gas-storage facilities provide for 30% of the Union’s gas consumption during the winter months, and well-filled underground gas-storage facilities as well as gas demand reduction contribute substantially to the security of gas supply by providing additional gas in the event of high demand or supply disruptions.

    (4) The laying down of a mandatory target to ensure that gas-storage facilities are 90% full by 1 November (filling target), with a series of intermediate targets for each Member State in February, May, July and September of the following year ▌(filling trajectory), proved to be fundamental during the energy crisis sparked by Russia’s war of aggression against Ukraine and Russia’s weaponisation of its gas supplies in both: (i) weathering the gas-supply shortages; and (ii) reducing market uncertainties and price volatility.

    (5) Despite the substantial improvement of the gas market situation compared to the period 2022-2023 ▌, the European gas market remains tight and the geopolitical situation remains unclear. More intense competition for global LNG supplies can increase Member States exposure to price volatility. ▌In such situation, the role of gas storages remains paramount. ▌

    (6) Pursuant to Regulation (EU) 2017/1938 the obligation of the Member States to follow an annual filling trajectory and to ensure that the filling target is achieved by 1 November of each year expires on 31 December 2025.

    (6a) Since 2022, the Union has substantially succeeded in making gas supplies more secure by increasing LNG imports from trustworthy global partners and is aiming to fully eliminate the Union’s reliance on Russian fossil fuels, building on the progress of REPowerEU. The Union has developed new regasification facilities and port terminals, while also establishing a liquid gas market that ensures strong resilience against potential disruptions in the remaining Russian pipeline supplies.

    (6b) The changed global political environment has to be taken into account with regard to the reliability of the gas suppliers and gas supplying countries.

    (7) In the light of the European success to derisk its gas import structure, the overall framework to meet the Union’s need for natural gas must strike a balance between energy security and the return to market-based principles. It must thus be flexible enough during the filling season to allow a swift reaction to constantly changing market conditions and in particular to take advantage of the best purchasing conditions in order to bring down gas prices in Europe. The filling target should therefore be lowered to 83 %

    (8) To enhance market stability and mitigate the risk of undue price volatility potentially triggered by intermediary filling targets, it is appropriate to provide increased flexibility for storage filling. Member States should therefore provide indicative filling plans on a yearly basis that could include where appropriate an indicative filling trajectory and should allow for storage filling in such a way that there is sufficient flexibility available for market participants throughout the year, taking into account Recommendation (2025)1481.

    (8a) Member States should have the possibility to deviate by up to four percentage points from the filling target in the case of unfavourable market conditions, relating, inter alia, to factors such as supply and demand and competition, or of trading activities hindering cost-effective storage filling, that significantly limit the ability to ensure that the gas storages are filled in accordance with this Regulation.

    (8b) Moreover, the Commission should be empowered to adopt delegated acts to amend for one filling season the level of the allowed deviation of four percentage points by increasing it by up to an additional four percentage points, in the case of persistent unfavourable market conditions.

    (8c) The cumulative effects of the flexibilities and derogations in this Regulation should not bring down the overall storage filling obligations under 75 %.

    (9) The Commission’s assessment of the current energy-security framework has confirmed the positive impact of the storage-filling requirements on the security of gas supply and those positive effects should be preserved beyond 2025. Extending these measures would not only contribute to the continued safeguarding of supply security, but would also constitute a key instrument in the Union’s efforts to eliminate its dependence on imports of gas originating in the Russian Federation.

    (9a) At the same time this Regulation should respond to current and future changes in the natural gas markets and contribute to the strategic objective of bringing down energy prices and facilitate the gradual return towards market-based mechanisms for storage refilling.

    (9b) In order to maintain the security of supply and the appropriate level of filling, the Commission should continuously monitor the market and explore ways that could help meet the filling target, for example using demand aggregation and joint purchasing mechanisms.

    (10) It is therefore necessary to extend by two years the relevant gas storage filling provisions that provide predictability and transparency as to the utilisation of gas-storage facilities across the Union while at the same time introducing some flexibility into this Regulation.

    (10a) In line with the Commission’s commitment to better regulation and simplification, and reflecting the overall improvement in the Union’s energy security framework, the monitoring of compliance with this Regulation should place greater trust in the Member States’ administrative capacities. The supervisory burden on the Commission should be reduced accordingly, with a shift towards lighter-touch reporting obligations and streamlined procedures. This approach reinforces the principle of subsidiarity, avoids unnecessary administrative complexity, and is consistent with the Commission’s simplification efforts as outlined in its Work Programme 2025.

    (10b) Regulation (EU) 2017/1938 should be revised by the Commission in due time and before 2027 to be adapted to the evolving energy landscape and to reflect the future needs for gas storage. Among other issues, any amendments should address the limitations of the current definition of “protected customers”, the prevention of speculation on the gas markets and speculative activities that artificially inflate prices, the role of energy efficiency measures leading to verifiable gas demand reduction and how this could be used for further flexibilities by Member States and consider the framework under an evolving energy mix that will have an increased role of alternative sources to gas such as renewable energy sources, hydrogen together with the role of energy efficiency.

    (11) Regulation (EU) 2017/1938 should therefore be amended accordingly,

    HAVE ADOPTED THIS REGULATION:

    Article 1

    Amendment to Regulation (EU) 2017/1938

     

    ▌Regulation (EU) 2017/1938 is amended as follows:

    (1) in Article 2, point 27 is deleted;

    (2) Article 6a is amended as follows:

    (a) the title is replaced by the following: ‘Filling target’;

    (b) in paragraph 1, the first subparagraph is replaced by the following:

    ‘1. Subject to paragraphs 2 to 5, Member States shall meet the filling target of 83 % for the aggregated capacity of all underground gas storage facilities that are located on their territory and directly interconnected to a market area in their territory and for storage facilities listed in Annex Ib at any point in time between 1 October and 1 December each year.’;

    (c) the following paragraphs are inserted:

    ‘5a.  Notwithstanding paragraph 1 and without prejudice to the obligation of other Member States to fill the underground gas storage facilities concerned, Member States may decide to deviate by up to four percentage points, from the filling target set out in paragraph 1 for each Member State if market conditions are unfavourable for filling underground gas storage facilities.

    5b. In duly justified cases of persistent unfavourable market conditions, and provided that the security of supply of the Union and the Member States is not undermined, the Commission is empowered to adopt delegated acts in accordance with Article 19 to amend this Regulation by increasing the allowed deviation for Member States, as laid down in paragraph 5a by up to 4 percentage points.

    In its assessment, the Commission shall in particular take into account the level of storage filling in the Member States, global gas supply, ENTSOG’s seasonal supply outlook, and indications of market manipulation. It may also take into consideration Member State measures, such as the deployment of gas demand-reduction measures for gas that achieve equivalent gas reductions during the following withdrawal season.

    5c. Member States referred to in paragraph 2 may under the same conditions as those provided for in paragraph 5a decide to deviate by up to 1,55 % below the volume set out in paragraph 2.

    5d. Before using any of the deviations provided for in paragraphs 5a and 5c, each Member State shall consult the Commission and provide without undue delay a justification for its decision. The Commission shall promptly inform the GCG about the cumulative effects of all deviations pursuant to paragraphs 5a and 5c and any directly affected Member States.’;

    (d) paragraph 6 and 7 are replaced by the following:

    ‘6. In order to meet the filling target, Member States shall take all necessary measures and strive to follow the filling plan defined in accordance to paragraph 7.

    7. Member States with underground gas storage facilities shall submit to the Commission in due time an indicative filling plan for the whole calendar year to reach the yearly gas storage filling target set in paragraph 1. The plan shall include technical information for the underground gas storage facilities on its territory and shall be directly interconnected to its market area in an aggregated form.’;

    (e) paragraph 8 is deleted;

    (f) paragraphs 10 and 11 are replaced by the following:

    ‘10. The competent authority of each Member State shall continuously monitor compliance with the filling target as set in the filling plan and shall report regularly and at least once per month to the Commission and the GCG. If it is foreseen that the target cannot be met, the competent authority shall, without delay, take effective measures to meet the target. Member States shall inform the Commission and the GCG of the measures taken.

    11. In the event of a substantial and sustained deviation by a Member State from the filling plan, which compromises the meeting of the filling target or in the event of a deviation from the filling target, the Commission shall, where appropriate, after consulting the GCG and the Member States concerned, issue a recommendation to that Member State or to the other Member States concerned regarding measures to be taken immediately to remedy the deviation or to minimize the impact on the security of supply, considering inter alia possible unfavourable market conditions. and specificities of Member States, such as the technical characteristics and size of the underground gas storage facilities in relation to the domestic gas consumption, the declining importance of the underground low calorific gas storage facilities for the security of gas supply, and existing LNG storage capacity.

    11a. When a Member State does not meet the filling target set in paragraph 1 thus endangering the security of supply of the Union, the Commission shall adopt an implementing act setting a filling plan for that Member State for the year after, based on the technical information provided by each Member State and taking into account the assessment of the GCG. That implementing act shall be adopted in accordance with the examination procedure referred to in Article 18a(2). It shall be based on an assessment of the general security of gas supply situation and the development of gas demand and supply in the Union and individual Member States with the aim of safeguarding the security of gas supply.’;

    (3) Article 6b is amended as follows:

    (a) the title is replaced by the following: ‘Implementation of the filling target’;

    (b) in paragraph 1, the first subparagraph is replaced by the following:

    ‘1. Member States shall take all necessary measures to meet the filling target set pursuant to Article 6a. When ensuring that the filling target is met, Member States shall prioritise, where possible, market-based measures.’;

    (c) paragraph 2 is replaced by the following:

    ‘2. The measures taken by the Member States pursuant to paragraph 1 shall be limited to what is necessary to meet the filling target. They shall be clearly defined, transparent, proportionate, non-discriminatory and verifiable. They shall not unduly distort competition or the proper functioning of the internal market in gas, unduly increase energy costs or endanger the security of gas supply of other Member States or of the Union. Member States shall inform the Commission and the GCG of any such measures.’;

    (4) Article 6c is amended as follows:

    (a) in paragraph 1, first subparagraph is replaced by the following:

    ‘1. A Member State without underground gas storage facilities shall ensure that market participants within that Member State have in place arrangements with underground storage system operators or other market participants in Member States with underground gas storage facilities. Those arrangements shall provide for the use, by 1 December, of storage volumes corresponding to at least 15 % of the average annual gas consumption over the preceding five years of the Member State without underground gas storage facilities. However, where cross-border transmission capacity or other technical limitations prevent a Member State without underground gas storage facilities from fully using 15 % of those storage volumes, that Member State shall store only those volumes that are technically possible.’;

    (b) in paragraph 2, second subparagraph is replaced by the following:

    ‘Member States without underground gas storage facilities shall demonstrate that they comply with paragraph 1 and shall notify the Commission accordingly.’;

    (c) in paragraph 5, first subparagraph, point (a) is replaced by the following:

    ‘(a) ensure that by 1 December storage volumes correspond at least to the average usage of the storage capacity over the preceding five years, determined, inter alia, by taking into account the flows during withdrawal season over the preceding five years from the Member States where the storage facilities are located; or’;

    (d) paragraph 6 is replaced by the following:

    ‘6. Unless otherwise specified in Annex Ib, in the case of underground gas storage facilities located in one Member State that are not covered by paragraph 5 but that are directly connected to the market area of another Member State, that other Member State shall ensure that between 1 October and 1 December storage volumes correspond to at least the average of the storage capacity booked at the relevant cross-border point over the preceding five years.’;

    (5) Article 6d is amended as follows:

    (a) paragraphs 1 and 2 are replaced by the following:

    ‘1. Storage system operators shall report the filling level to the competent authority in each Member State where the underground gas storage facilities concerned are located and, if applicable, to an entity designated by that Member State (the ‘designated entity’) as set pursuant to Article 6a.

    2. The competent authority and, if applicable, the designated entity of each Member State shall monitor the filling levels of the underground gas storage facilities on their territory at the end of each month and report monthly the results to the Commission without any delay. The competent authority shall also include information on the share of gas originating in the Russian federation being stored in that Member State, where such information is available.

    The Commission may, where appropriate, invite the European Union Agency for the Cooperation of Energy Regulators (ACER) to assist with such monitoring.’;

    (b) paragraphs 4 and 5 are replaced by the following:

    ‘4. The GCG shall assist the Commission in the monitoring of the filling ▌target, and shall develop guidance for the Commission on adequate measures to ensure better alignment in the event that Member States filling rates compromise the achievement of the filling target, or to ensure compliance with the filling target.

    4a. Where appropriate, the Commission shall implement measures helping Member States to meet the filling target, including measures to encourage participation in the demand aggregation and joint purchasing mechanism set up under Regulation (EU) 2022/2576 (‘AggregateEU’)* .

    5. Member States and, where appropriate, the Commission shall take the necessary measures to meet the filling target and to enforce upon market participants the storage obligations. These measures may include sufficiently deterrent sanctions and fines, such as adequate financial penalties.

    ___________________

    * Council Regulation (EU) 2022/2576 of 19 December 2022 enhancing solidarity through better coordination of gas purchases, reliable price benchmarks and exchanges of gas across borders (OJ L 335, 29.12.2022, p. 1, ELI: http://data.europa.eu/eli/reg/2022/2576/oj).’;

    (6) in Article 17a, paragraph 1, the following point is added:

    ‘(da) the information about the share of gas originating in the Russian federation stored in the EU storages, provided by Member States in accordance with Article 6d(2).’;

    (7) in Article 22, the fourth paragraph is replaced by the following:

    ‘Article 2, points (27) to (31), Articles 6a to 6d, Article 16(3), Article 17a, Article 18a, Article 20(4) and Annex Ib shall apply until 31 December 2027.’;

    (8) Annex Ia is deleted.

     

    Article 2

    Entry into force

    This Regulation shall enter into force and shall apply on the day following that of its publication in the Official Journal of the European Union.

    This Regulation shall be binding in its entirety and directly applicable in all Member States.

    Done at Brussels,

    For the European Parliament

    The President

    For the Council

    The President

     

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  • MIL-OSI Russia: Engineers of meaning in discourses of strategic sovereignty

    Translation. Region: Russian Federal

    Source: Peter the Great St Petersburg Polytechnic University – Peter the Great St Petersburg Polytechnic University –

    The 19th All-Russian scientific and practical conference “PR and Advertising Technologies in Modern Society” was held in the White Hall of the Polytechnic University. This year’s theme “Engineers of Meanings in Discourses of Strategic Sovereignty” was dedicated to the 80th anniversary of Victory in the Great Patriotic War.

    The grand opening of the title conference of the Higher School of Media Communications and Public Relations of the Humanitarian Institute began with a minute of silence in memory of the fallen heroes. Then, the Vice-Rector for Youth Policy and Communication Technologies of SPbPU Maxim Pasholikov and the Director of the Humanitarian Institute Natalia Chicherina addressed the participants and guests of the event with words of welcome.

    This year, the conference topic is unusually relevant. This is due to the fact that our university became the winner in the “Priority 2030” program (entered the first category) and today must solve very serious problems facing the entire country: to ensure the technological leadership of the country. Do humanities scholars have the opportunity to influence these processes? The answer is undoubtedly yes. The field of advertising and public relations itself is so technological today that it is difficult to separate it from the issues of achieving strategic and technological leadership, – noted Natalia Vasilievna.

    Presenters Daria Shevchenko and Nikita Sokol, 1st and 3rd year students of the Advertising and Public Relations program, spoke about a special conference project – the art exhibition “Victory Day”, which was prepared by students and teachers of the Higher School of Music and Sociology of the State University of Culture.

    Awarding the winners, the director of the Higher School of Music and Social Sciences Marina Arkannikova noted the level of professionalism of the works: Victory in the Great Patriotic War is one of the key events in the history of Russia and the entire Russian world. For all of us and for the country, Victory Day is a memory of the millions of those killed, a symbol of national unity, a tribute to veterans, historical memory and pride that we are obliged to pass on from generation to generation.

    More than 300 experts from different countries participated in the business program. Plenary reports were presented by three scientists. Professor of the St. Petersburg State University, President of the Association of Public Relations Teachers Dmitry Gavra spoke about the concept of national communication sovereignty. Associate Professor, Director of the Higher School of Social Sciences and Public Relations, Member of the Expert Council of the State Duma Committee on Youth Policy Marina Arkannikova presented a report “Cultural Sovereignty in Development Discourses”. Member of the Executive Council of the Russian Public Relations Association, political consultant, media technologist Alena Avgust presented an unconventional approach to reading the 809th decree.

    The plenary session left a strong impression on me. All three speakers demonstrated deeply developed topics on current communication problems in modern conditions. And although there was little “cross” discussion or controversy, I liked how the speakers consistently presented their positions. In general, the conference successfully combined theoretical depth with a practical focus, – noted first-year student of the Advertising and Public Relations program Irina Pyatnitskaya.

    The work continued panel discussions “Engineers of meanings as subjects of memory politics and identity politics”, “Modern AI technologies in development discourses”, “80 years of Victory in the collective memory of generations”.

    An important point of the business program of the second day was the round table “Synergistic wars in national discourses. Representation of the SVO in the politics of memory”, prepared jointly with the All-Russian Public Opinion Center (VTsIOM) and fighters of the special military operation. Participants discussed issues of the features of cognitive, mental wars, the preservation of historical memory and the formation of a communicative heritage about the SVO.

    In addition, student sections were held for students, postgraduates and young scientists. The conference ended in the White Hall of SPbPU, where the evening “Engineers of Victory” was held, dedicated to the memory of polytechnicians – participants of the Great Patriotic War.

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  • MIL-OSI Russia: To the staff of the State Military-Historical Museum-Reserve “Prokhorovskoye Pole”

    Translation. Region: Russian Federal

    Source: Government of the Russian Federation – An important disclaimer is at the bottom of this article.

    April 26 marks the 30th anniversary of the founding of the Prokhorovskoye Pole Museum-Reserve.

    Dear friends!

    I congratulate you on the 30th anniversary of the State Military-Historical Museum-Reserve “Prokhorovskoye Pole”.

    The memorial complex immortalized the military feat of the heroes who defended the freedom and independence of the country in the largest tank battle on the Kursk Bulge. It became a symbol of courage, fortitude and selfless service to the Fatherland.

    All these years, the memory of the events of the Great Patriotic War, the valiant soldiers and officers who selflessly defended the Motherland have been carefully preserved here. Research and educational activities are carried out, large-scale exhibition projects are implemented. It is important that priority attention is given to the patriotic education of the younger generation. Thanks to the energy and creative work of the museum staff, dedicated professionals, thousands of visitors from different parts of Russia and neighboring countries can see genuine military relics, immerse themselves in the atmosphere of that time. Pay tribute to the fallen soldiers, to all who brought the Great Victory closer.

    Your significant contribution to preserving historical truth is difficult to overestimate. It is of great importance to millions of people and deserves special recognition and sincere words of gratitude.

    I wish you continued success and all the best.

    M. Mishustin

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  • MIL-OSI Russia: Rosneft has developed a unique project of mobile complexes for northern fields

    Translation. Region: Russian Federal

    Source: Rosneft – Rosneft – An important disclaimer is at the bottom of this article.

    Specialists from the Samara Scientific Institute, together with specialists from Kynsko-Chaselskoye Neftegaz and the Company’s gas block, have developed a project for the autonomous development of fields in northern latitudes using mobile complexes and polymer-reinforced pipelines.

    The implementation of the project will allow the transportation of oil from the wells of the Russko-Rechenskoye field to the mobile acceptance and delivery point of the Tagulskoye field “RN-Vankor” (part of Rosneft).

    All the project objects: well pads, oil treatment plant and acceptance point are mobile. Buildings and structures are installed on a special frame and do not require a deep foundation, which is very important in the conditions of northern latitudes. Utility overpasses are also assembled from ready-made modules supplied by the factory.

    The infrastructure of the mobile complexes is connected by a flexible polymer-reinforced pipeline with a diameter of 150 mm and a length of over 50 kilometers, which is laid above the ground on special geomodules.

    The use of modular mobile complexes significantly optimizes capital and operating costs, the timing of commissioning of the field, and also reduces the volume of construction and installation work on the site.

    The design documentation for oil development, preparation and transportation facilities, developed by specialists from the Samara Institute, received a positive conclusion from the Main State Expertise of Russia. The project is currently at the construction stage, and commissioning is scheduled for 2025.

    Successful completion of the pilot project will allow the optimal solutions adopted to be scaled to other Company facilities.

    Department of Information and Advertising of PJSC NK Rosneft April 28, 2025

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  • MIL-OSI Russia: Rosneft develops virtual reality simulators for energy facilities

    Translation. Region: Russian Federal

    Source: Rosneft – Rosneft – An important disclaimer is at the bottom of this article.

    Specialists from the corporate Samara scientific institute have created a VR model of the Gerasimovskaya substation of the Orenburgneft company (an extractive asset of Rosneft), which exactly replicates the real object. The introduction of the innovative development improves the quality of professional training of specialists.

    The model contains a virtual simulator, on which possible scenarios of operational switching in various emergency situations are practiced. The simulator allows simulating a scenario in a virtual space, in which the trained specialist performs actions stipulated by the rules of labor protection and industrial safety.

    Interactive models are made with the maximum level of detail and consist of 3D objects developed using a comprehensive information modeling and 3D design system. The development uses technologies that allow the trainee to move around the substation, interact with objects, and study the technological processes of the installations.

    Digitalization in all areas of activity is one of the key elements of Rosneft’s strategy. The use of virtual reality opens up new technological opportunities that help improve the efficiency and safety of the energy sector.

    Department of Information and Advertising of PJSC NK Rosneft April 28, 2025

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  • MIL-OSI Russia: HSE scientists learn to convert CO₂ into fuel without expensive reagents

    Translation. Region: Russian Federal

    Source: State University Higher School of Economics – State University Higher School of Economics –

    Researchers MIEM HSE Together with Chinese scientists, they created a catalyst that helps convert carbon dioxide into formic acid more efficiently. Thanks to the carbon coating, it works stably in an acidic environment and with a minimum amount of potassium, although it was previously believed that the element was necessary in high concentrations. This will reduce the cost of gas processing, and also simplify its industrial use – for example, in the production of fuel for environmentally friendly types of transport. Study published in the journal Nature Communications.

    Electrochemical reduction of carbon dioxide is a process in which gas is converted into other chemical compounds under the influence of electric current. It has long been considered not only as a way to utilize CO₂, but also as a source of valuable raw materials. For example, formic acid, which can be used as a liquid fuel, solvent or component for the chemical industry.

    However, the electrochemical reduction of CO₂ has a problem: a side reaction releases hydrogen, which reduces the efficiency of the process. In alkaline solutions, this problem is solved by adding more potassium ions (K⁺), but this not only makes the process more expensive, but also leads to the formation of sediments that clog the installation and impair its operation. And if, on the contrary, an acidic environment is used, the catalysts quickly deteriorate and lose their efficiency.

    A group of researchers, including specialists from MIEM HSE, proposed an alternative approach. They developed a catalyst that works stably in an acidic environment with a minimum amount of potassium. Its base is indium oxide (In₂O₃), covered with a thin layer of carbon.

    First, using computer modeling, MIEM employees found out how to control the distribution of ions on the catalyst surface. The model showed that the carbon coating not only protects the catalyst from destruction, but also forms an electric field that holds potassium ions near its surface. Thanks to this, potassium does not precipitate, and unwanted side reactions are suppressed.

    To test the model’s predictions, Chinese scientists synthesized indium oxide nanoparticles and coated them with a thin layer of carbon. They then conducted a series of experiments in an electrolyte reactor. They used a highly acidic environment and several times less potassium than in traditional systems. Tests showed that even under such conditions, the catalyst remained stable: it remained active for more than 100 hours, while the efficiency of converting CO₂ into formic acid was 98.9%.

    “We have managed to show that it is possible to abandon the excess potassium, which complicates the operation of the system. This approach made the process cheaper, and the catalyst itself more stable,” comments MIEM HSE Associate Professor Liu Dongyu.

    To make sure that the carbon coating was indeed the culprit, the researchers conducted additional tests. They found that without the coating, indium oxide quickly reduced to metallic indium, which was much less effective at electrochemically reducing CO₂. This confirmed that it was the carbon layer that protected the catalyst, preventing it from deteriorating.

    The method not only simplifies the technology of carbon dioxide processing, but also makes it more accessible for industrial use. Unlike traditional alkaline systems, it does not require a high concentration of potassium and eliminates the formation of sediments. The introduction of the technology into real installations can make carbon dioxide processing more environmentally friendly.

    “We have made the process more stable and convenient for scaling, which means we have brought the electrochemical reduction of carbon dioxide closer to application in real production,” comments Andrey Vasenko, professor at MIEM HSE. “The technology can be useful not only for the synthesis of formic acid, but also for other processes related to the processing of CO₂.”

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  • MIL-OSI Russia: Salymbekov University and Polytechnic intend to launch joint double degree programs

    Translation. Region: Russian Federal

    Source: Peter the Great St Petersburg Polytechnic University – Peter the Great St Petersburg Polytechnic University –

    A delegation from Salymbekov University (Kyrgyzstan), headed by President Amangeldi Zhumadilov, visited Peter the Great St. Petersburg Polytechnic University to discuss prospects for cooperation in education and science. The partners agreed to jointly implement educational programs, research projects, and academic exchanges aimed at training highly qualified specialists for high-tech sectors of the economy.

    The key topic of the negotiations was the creation of joint educational programs, including double degrees, in various areas of secondary vocational and higher education. The pilot areas planned for launch this fall include “Information Systems and Programming”, “International Logistics” and “International Business”, “Digital Enterprise Economics” and IT specialties. This is necessary in order to purposefully train highly qualified specialists in professions that are really in demand in the region.

    Vice-Rector for International Affairs of SPbPU Dmitry Arsenyev noted: We see great potential in cooperation with Salymbekov University. Specific projects that can be implemented in the short term are already being discussed. This indicates a high degree of mutual trust and interest in developing partnership.

    Director of the Institute of Industrial Management, Economics and Trade Vladimir Shchepinin emphasized: Our institute has unique experience in training specialists in economics and management, adapted to the real needs of industry. Joint programs with Kyrgyz colleagues will allow us to train personnel that are in demand not only in Kyrgyzstan, but also on the international market.

    The meeting discussed issues of organizing internships for students in Russian companies, developing programs for improving the qualifications of teachers, and developing cooperation in the field of biotechnology and biomedical systems. Representatives of Salymbekov University expressed interest in adapting SPbPU educational programs to train specialists in these promising areas.

    The colleagues agreed to develop a roadmap for cooperation, which provides for the exchange of curricula, joint research, and the organization of academic exchanges. The first student intake for joint programs is planned for September of this year.

    President of Salymbekov University Amangeldi Zhumadilov noted: Our university occupies a leading position in the national rankings of Kyrgyzstan and first place among the young universities of the country. Partnership with SPbPU is an important step in expanding international cooperation and improving the quality of Kyrgyz education.

    The visit ended with the signing of a memorandum of understanding, which laid the foundation for further joint work. The next step will be a detailed elaboration of mechanisms for implementing the agreed initiatives and the preparation of the necessary documents for launching the first joint programs.

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  • MIL-OSI Europe: Briefing – European Peace Facility – For Ukraine, but not only – 28-04-2025

    Source: European Parliament 2

    The European Peace Facility (EPF) was created in March 2021 as a funding instrument aimed at enhancing the EU’s ability to prevent conflicts, build and preserve peace, and strengthen international security and stability. The EPF rests on two pillars. The first is to fund EU military operations and missions under the common foreign and security policy. The second is to provide assistance to countries in the EU’s eastern neighbourhood, the Middle East and Africa to strengthen security in their respective regions. Following Russia’s all-out invasion of Ukraine in February 2022, the EU started using the EPF to rapidly deliver military aid to Ukraine. This support was provided alongside continued assistance to the EU’s eastern neighbourhood, as well as to partners in the Middle East and Africa. The EPF has a total financial ceiling of more than €17 billion for the 2021-2027 period. As the facility is an off-budget instrument, EU Member States contribute directly to it, based on the gross national income key. Currently, the EPF lacks fresh resources to continue supfporting Ukraine in facing the war. Furthermore, since March 2023, Hungary has refused to mobilise EPF funds in military aid to Ukraine. In line with the sanctions imposed on Russia in 2022, Russian assets held in EU banks were frozen. In May 2024, the Council of the EU allocated 90 % of the ‘windfall’ (extraordinary) profits from these frozen assets to the EPF. A first transfer of €1.5 billion from these profits to Ukraine took place in mid-2024. A second payment, possibly amounting to €2 billion, is expected in spring 2025. Given Hungary’s veto, the EU is looking for more reliable ways to continue assistance to Ukraine than by means of the windfall profits from the Russian assets channelled through the EPF. On 24 October 2024, the EU created the Ukraine Loan Cooperation Mechanism (ULCM) and issued an exceptional macro-financial assistance loan of €18.1 billion, the EU’s part of an EU-G7 syndicated loan to Ukraine totalling €45 billion. Starting after March 2025, 95 % of the windfall profits from the Russian assets held in EU banks will be allocated to the EU budget and channelled through the ULCM to Ukraine. The remaining 5 % will be allocated to the EPF. Beyond Ukraine, for which the EPF-funded approved military support amounts to approximately €10.6 billion, the EPF has an available budget of €6.4 billion to fund, until 2027, both the common costs of EU military missions and operations abroad – including its military assistance mission in support of Ukraine – and assistance measures for the armed forces of partner countries.

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  • MIL-OSI Russia: Humor Festival: All-Russian KVN School is back at the State University of Management

    Translation. Region: Russian Federal

    Source: State University of Management – Official website of the State –

    From April 24 to 28, the State University of Management is hosting the fourth All-Russian KVN School, organized by the Ministry of Science and Higher Education.

    More than 400 applications were submitted for participation, of which 120 participants were selected. The guys came from 36 regions of Russia, including new territories.

    The opening was attended by Deputy Minister of Science and Higher Education Olga Petrova, Acting Director of the Department of Youth Policy and Educational Activities of the Ministry of Education and Science of Russia Denis Savenkov and other employees of the Ministry of Education and Science, as well as representatives of TTO “AMiK”.

    Over the course of several days, participants interact with experienced editors from various KVN MS leagues, including the Major League. And as a pleasant bonus, they will attend the dress rehearsal of the KVN Major League filming.

    The final event of the All-Russian School will be a return game, where the participants will show what they have been working on all days of the School.

    Subscribe to the TG channel “Our GUU” Date of publication: 04/28/2025

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  • MIL-OSI Russia: AI technologies: artificial intelligence changes medicine and sports

    Translation. Region: Russian Federal

    Source: Peter the Great St Petersburg Polytechnic University – Peter the Great St Petersburg Polytechnic University –

    The Polytechnic University hosted the tenth seminar on artificial intelligence. Participants discussed the prospects and problems associated with the implementation of AI technologies.

    The invited guest of the event was Denis Pegansky, the head of a company from Omsk that creates and promotes products using AI technologies in medicine, sports and physical rehabilitation. He spoke about the results achieved and the development prospects of this area.

    Denis Pegansky also heads the Agency of Sports Technologies, where specialists develop methodologies and tools for using neural networks and deep learning to solve problems. Among them are the identification and monitoring of various patterns (biomechanics of movements, stereotypes of habitual poses, etc.), forecasting trends, as well as adaptive management in healthcare, physical rehabilitation and sports.

    For example, in hockey, proprietary algorithms are used to identify players, game moments and exercise types, to calculate exercise performance indicators, analyze the training process and build a movement standard. In figure skating, a pressing task is to calculate the angles of an athlete’s turn when performing a jump, which will help the jury evaluate the correctness and quality of the elements, and the performers – to improve their skills. In Russia and abroad, there are already similar systems based on computer vision, but so far they are very expensive and have a high percentage of error. To improve the quality of such neural network technologies, large datasets and new technical developments are needed. Denis Pegansky’s company is working to ensure that only one video camera is used to assess a person’s physical condition and calculate his movements.

    Another area of work is the creation of an original method for assessing the parameters of movements of patients with neurological diseases and diseases of the musculoskeletal system. Based on certain parameters, the neural network draws conclusions about the patient’s condition and assesses the effectiveness of his treatment and rehabilitation. Based on the data, the doctor develops personalized recommendations.

    The seminar participants asked the expert questions related to the formation of databases, the use of verified sources, and the promotion of technologies. Vice-Rector for Research at SPbPU Yuri Fomin noted that the Polytechnic University has similar projects that have commercialization potential, and they need to be developed, including by joining forces with companies already operating in the market.

    Professor of the Higher School of Service and Trade of SPbPU Sergey Barykin also spoke at the seminar. He spoke about his experience of studying AI technologies in China and about the prospects for the development of hypernetworks of financial and material flows in the platform hybrid metauniverse of logistics and service.

    IT advisor of the continuous education foundation “University of Development” Elena Konik presented her vision of the development of artificial intelligence in the context of mathematical analysis and the possibilities of AI technologies, in particular, for the protection of personal data.

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  • MIL-OSI Russia: Gold and bronze! ISPO students shine at the “Professionals” championship

    Translation. Region: Russian Federal

    Source: Peter the Great St Petersburg Polytechnic University – Peter the Great St Petersburg Polytechnic University –

    Students of the Institute of Secondary Vocational Education Alexey Zhuk and Pavel Yasinsky became the winners of the final (interregional) stages of the “Professionals” championship. Alexey took first place and received a gold medal in the “Specialist in testing game software” competency in Saransk. Pavel Yasinsky won a bronze medal in the “Specialist in data analysis (BI analyst)” competency in Kaluga.

    The interregional stage seemed less difficult to me than the regional one. The module that required the most effort was the one where we had to create documentation from scratch, relying only on personal experience and understanding of the project. This required concentration and structured thinking. I am studying in the Information Systems and Programming specialty, so development is close to me, and testing game software is precisely a quality check of the product development, – said Alexey Zhuk.

    Pavel Yasinsky noted that the main part of the tasks did not cause any difficulties, since he is fluent in the Python programming language, the main one in data analysis. However, the module proposed by the industrial expert from Postgres Professional caused some difficulty. Pavel also managed to go on two excursions to Kaluga, despite the rather tight competition schedule.

    Participation in the All-Russian championship movement for professional skills opens up a wide range of opportunities for all children – from meeting colleagues from different regions of the country to completing internships with leading industrial partners.

    We congratulate the students on their victory and also thank their mentors, ISPO teachers Daria Ivanova and Elena Zernova.

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