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 the Donetsk People's Republic expresses gratitude to Russia for its support and promises not to let the people down. * Putin stresses the need to address the specific challenges faced by these regions and to provide them with the necessary resources. 2. **Importance of regional economies for the well-being of Russian families and solving social problems.** * Putin emphasizes the key role of regional economies in improving the well-being of Russian families and solving social problems. * He calls for the development of regional economies, strengthening their personnel, educational, and technological base, and creating new jobs. * Putin highlights the importance of supporting companies and enterprises ready to occupy vacated niches and propose innovative solutions. 3. **Need for unity and support during a special military operation.** * Putin emphasizes the need for unity and support during a special military operation. * He calls on everyone to do everything possible to help the country, including providing social support for soldiers and their families, as well as for the defense industry complex. * Putin stresses the importance of creating new industrial capacities and supporting the supply of necessary goods, food, and humanitarian aid. 4. **High voter turnout and support in the new regions confirm the correctness of their choice.** * Putin notes the high voter turnout and support in the new regions, which he sees as confirmation of the correctness of their choice to join Russia. * He praises the courage and professionalism of military personnel and medical specialists who showed bravery during a special operation. * Putin emphasizes the need to solve the problems faced by the elected heads of the regions and expresses confidence in their ability to do so. 5. **Vladimir Putin meets with Libyan National Army commander Khalifa Haftar.** * Putin meets with Libyan National Army commander Khalifa Haftar to discuss the situation in Libya and regional issues. * The meeting is announced by Presidential Press Secretary Dmitry Peskov. * No further details about the meeting are provided. 6. **Russian Defense Minister Sergei Shoigu presents state awards to participants of a special operation.** * Russian Defense Minister Sergei Shoigu presents state awards to participants of a special operation in a military hospital in Rostov-on-Don. * Medals for bravery and courage are awarded to six military personnel and 10 medical specialists. * The award recipients are praised for their courage, professionalism, and perseverance during the operation. 7. **The unrecognized Nagorno-Karabakh Republic signs a decree to dissolve itself and surrender its weapons.** * The leader of the unrecognized Nagorno-Karabakh Republic signs a decree to dissolve the republic and surrender its weapons. * The decree takes effect on January 1, 2023. * More than 78,000 people have already left Karabakh for neighboring Armenia. * The move comes despite Azerbaijan's calls for integration. 8. **The Russian peacekeeping contingent in Karabakh provides assistance to civilians.** * The Russian peacekeeping contingent in Karabakh provides assistance to civilians, including food and medicine. * Russian helicopter crews transport the wounded to Stepanokert. * Humanitarian aid is being collected in Yerevan and sent to internally displaced persons in Karabakh. 9. **The situation in Karabakh remains difficult, with a shortage of fuel and transportation.** * The situation in Karabakh remains difficult, with a shortage of fuel and transportation. * Many people are unable to leave Karabakh, and the Russian peacekeeping contingent is providing assistance to over 500 civilians, including almost 300 children. 10. **A historical overview of the conflict between Armenia and Azerbaijan over Karabakh.** * The conflict between Armenia and Azerbaijan over Karabakh is a long-standing one, with both sides claiming the region as their own. * The region has been the subject of armed conflicts, including the 1988-1994 war and the 2020 war. * The recent war resulted in Azerbaijan regaining control of significant territories, including the city of Shushi. * Peace negotiations have been ongoing, but a peace treaty has not yet been signed. 11. **Vladimir Putin attends a gala concert dedicated to the centenary of Rasul Gamzatov.** * Vladimir Putin attends a gala concert dedicated to the centenary of Rasul Gamzatov, a renowned poet from Dagestan. * Putin praises Gamzatov's work and its enduring impact on Russian culture. * He also highlights the courage and determination of the people of Dagestan during the 1999 terrorist aggression. 12. **Exhibition on the history of the Russian nuclear industry opens in Moscow.** * An exhibition on the history of the Russian nuclear industry opens at the Museum of Contemporary History of Russia in Moscow. * The exhibition showcases rare pre-war photos, Soviet physics, and documents related to the development of the atomic bomb. * It highlights the contributions of scientists and engineers to the development of the nuclear industry. 13. **The Russian economy is discussed at the Moscow Financial Forum.** * The Moscow Financial Forum discusses the development of the Russian economy in a global context. * Prime Minister Mikhail Mishustin emphasizes the country's ability to adapt to new challenges and return to growth. * The government's focus on attracting foreign investment and using digital assets is highlighted. * Discussions on the future of the ruble and exchange rate policy take place, with the Central Bank reiterating its opposition to additional restrictions.