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Russia has seized important lithium reserves in eastern Ukraine

Russia has seized important lithium reserves in eastern Ukraine

After months of fierce fighting, Russia appears to have finally taken control of one of Ukraine's largest lithium reserves. Russian troops have been in control of the town of Shevchenko for several days now, where an estimated 12 to 14 million tonnes of lithium ore lie underground to the east. Lithium is an important mineral needed for producing rechargeable car batteries, among other things. This information comes from the Reuters news agency. Ukrainian media outlets such as Kyiv Insider are also reporting on the news.

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Putin and Pashinyan met in Moscow

Putin and Pashinyan met in Moscow

"I can say with confidence that there are no unsolvable issues in our relations, and we, of course, today will discuss a very wide range of issues", the Armenian prime minister said at the start of his discussions with the Russian leader.
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Putin and Pashinyan to meet on Saturday

Putin and Pashinyan to meet on Saturday

This will be the third meeting between the two men since Pashinyan became prime minister of Armenia in May, and comes amid speculation about problems in Armenia-Russia relations in the Armenian and Russian media.
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Gunman opens fire on police officers in Daghestan

Gunman opens fire on police officers in Daghestan

"Two officers were injured in the incident that took place in the village of Toturbiykala in the Khasavyurt district. Police officers noticed a suspicious man and tried to check his identity. After that, the gunman opened fire at the officers and fled", a police source said