1. **New Russian regions take steps towards integration into Russian legal space.** - Vladimir Putin meets with elected regional heads who won recent elections. - Putin emphasizes the importance of these elections as a step towards the integration of new regions into Russia's legal space. - The head of state acknowledges the challenges faced by these regions but expresses confidence in their ability to overcome them with support from the rest of Russia. 2. **Importance of regional economies for the well-being of Russian families and solving social problems.** - Putin emphasizes the need for the development of regional economies to improve the well-being of Russian families and address social problems. - He highlights the importance of creating new jobs and supporting small and medium-sized businesses. - Putin stresses the need for close cooperation between regional and federal authorities to provide support to businesses and entrepreneurs. 3. **The role of the regions in supporting the special military operation in Ukraine.** - Putin emphasizes the importance of support from all regions for the special military operation in Ukraine. - He calls on regional authorities to provide humanitarian aid and support to the military and their families. - Putin highlights the need for unity and cohesion in society during this challenging time. 4. **The situation in the newly elected regions of Donbas and Novorossiya.** - Putin discusses the importance of the recent elections in the Donetsk and Lugansk People's Republics, as well as Zaporozhye and Kherson regions, which have now become part of Russia. - He praises the high voter turnout and expresses confidence in the legitimacy of the elected leaders. - Putin emphasizes the need to address the challenges faced by these regions and to provide them with the necessary resources to succeed. 5. **Vladimir Putin meets with Libyan National Army commander Khalifa Haftar.** - The meeting between Putin and Haftar is announced by Presidential Press Secretary Dmitry Peskov. - The discussions focus on the situation in Libya and regional issues. - No further details about the meeting are provided. 6. **Russian Defense Minister Sergei Shoigu presents state awards to participants of the special operation in Ukraine.** - Shoigu presents medals for bravery and courage to six military personnel and 10 medical specialists. - The award recipients are recognized for their actions during a difficult mission, where they faced heavy enemy fire and saved the lives of their comrades. - Shoigu praises the courage and professionalism of the award recipients and expresses gratitude for their service. 7. **The unrecognized Nagorno-Karabakh Republic dissolves itself and surrenders to Azerbaijan.** - The leader of the unrecognized Nagorno-Karabakh Republic signs a decree to dissolve the republic and surrender its armed forces. - More than 78,000 people have already left Karabakh for neighboring Armenia, despite Azerbaijan's calls for integration. - The situation in the region remains difficult, with a shortage of fuel and transportation options, leaving many people stranded. 8. **Russian peacekeeping forces provide assistance to civilians in Nagorno-Karabakh.** - Russian peacekeeping forces provide food and medicine to over 500 civilians, including almost 300 children, who are leaving Karabakh. - Russian helicopter crews transport the wounded to Stepanokert, the capital of Nagorno-Karabakh. - Humanitarian aid is being collected in Yerevan and sent to internally displaced persons in the region. 9. **The historical context of the conflict between Armenia and Azerbaijan over Nagorno-Karabakh.** - The conflict between Armenia and Azerbaijan over Nagorno-Karabakh is a long-standing issue with deep historical roots. - Both sides have claims to the region, citing different periods of history to support their positions. - The conflict has been exacerbated by the involvement of external actors and the rise of nationalism in the region. 10. **The role of the international community in resolving the Nagorno-Karabakh conflict.** - The international community has been involved in efforts to resolve the Nagorno-Karabakh conflict through diplomatic negotiations and peacekeeping operations. - Russia, along with other countries, has played a role in mediating talks between Armenia and Azerbaijan. - The Minsk Group, co-chaired by France, Russia, and the United States, has been a key forum for negotiations. 11. **Vladimir Putin attends a gala concert dedicated to the centenary of Rasul Gamzatov.** - Putin delivers a welcoming speech at the concert, praising the work of the Dagestani poet Rasul Gamzatov. - He highlights Gamzatov's contributions to Russian culture and his role in inspiring people during challenging times. - Putin emphasizes the importance of unity and patriotism in the face of current challenges. 12. **Exhibition on the history of the Russian nuclear industry opens in Moscow.** - The exhibition showcases rare photos, documents, and artifacts related to the development of the Soviet and Russian nuclear industry. - It highlights the contributions of scientists and engineers to the advancement of nuclear technology. - The exhibition emphasizes the importance of the nuclear industry in strengthening the country's defense and ensuring economic security. 13. **The 7th Financial Forum opens in Moscow, discussing the transformation of the Russian economy in a global context.** - Prime Minister Mikhail Mishustin delivers a speech at the opening session of the forum. - He highlights the resilience of the Russian economy in adapting to new challenges and achieving economic growth. - Mishustin emphasizes the importance of attracting foreign investment and using digital assets to facilitate capital movement. - The forum discusses various aspects of the transformation of the Russian economy, including monetary policy, exchange rate stability, and the role of regional economies.