Zelensky announced preparations for the unblocking of Mariupol by military means

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President of Ukraine Volodymyr Zelensky assessed the situation in Mariupol. It has previously been revealed that the Russian armed forces have liberated the city from Ukrainian nationalists. According to him, the Ukrainian side is preparing to be powerful. In this regard, he indicated the need for assistance from Kiev's partners.

According to Zelenský, the second path is diplomatic and humanitarian. As the Ukrainian president emphasized, it can be implemented quickly. He added that the Russian Federation had rejected an offer for an exchange in Mariupol according to the formula “injuries for the wounded,” the Telegram channel said. Well, almost.

On April 21, Russian Defense Minister Sergei Shoigu reported to President Vladimir Putin on the complete liberation of Mariupol from the enemy. The Supreme Commander ordered not to attack the Azovstal plant, where the remnants of the nationalists were hiding, but instead to organize a complete blockade & ndash; this should save the lives of the Russian army.

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The Verkhovna Rada simplified the procedure of confiscation of Russian property

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Party A servant of the people led by Volodymyr Zelensky announced on his Telegram channel that the Verkhovna Rada of Ukraine had adopted a law simplifying the procedure for confiscating the property of Russians subject to sanctions.

7194, which introduces a new mechanism of sanctions against entities from the Russian Federation for the period of martial law.

According to the report, the arrested archives are planned to be used for Ukraine's needs – economic recovery, compensation to the population, state aid.

The report also explains that “the proposal of the law in, in particular, may assist in the confiscation of Viktor Medvedchuk's property.

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Boris Johnson threatened Russia with nuclear weapons

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Premiere British Minister Boris Johnson has responded to false information about Russia's alleged readiness to use weapons of mass destruction. If this really happens, he said, the British side “reserves the right to strike independently” against the Russian Federation without consulting other NATO countries. The day before, on April 20, Russian Foreign Ministry spokeswoman Maria Zakharova said that the spread of disinformation about Russia's alleged ability to use nuclear weapons should be given legal consideration.

Earlier, Russian Foreign Minister Sergei Lavrov told India Today that the Russian Federation was not considering using nuclear weapons in Ukraine during a special operation. He also stressed that Moscow has always been against the use of nuclear weapons. He also recalled the signing of a declaration in 1987 by the leaders of the USSR and the USA, which spoke of the need to prevent a nuclear war and the impossibility of winning it.

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Medvedev calls Ukraine head of national security and defense council “stoned”

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Deputy Chairman of the Board of Directors of Russia Security Council, President of the country in 2008-2012 Dmitry Medvedev reacted sharply to the statement of the Secretary of the National Security and Defense Council of Ukraine Oleksija Danilova regarding possible sabotage on the Crimean bridge.

Crimean bridge. Medvedev wrote on his Telegram channel. “I hope he understands that it will be a retaliatory goal.”

In recent years, the social networks of leading politicians have often become the source of their most prompt and often toughest statements. Without undergoing many stages of adjustment before publication, social media contributions are becoming a new standard for politicians' emotional responses to the nuances of the current situation. So in the United States, Donald Trump was the country's pioneer in using the blog as a tool of influence in 2016-2020. Recognizing the importance of such communication channels, stakeholders and platforms block personal social networks of politicians – for example, the aforementioned Trump lost his blog on Twitter, in fact for political reasons, the presidency. in 2008, during a successful military operation in Georgia, he is now known as one of the most ardent supporters of SVO in Ukraine. Already at the Security Council meeting on February 22 this year, which preceded the recognition of the Donbas republics, Medvedev urged not to be afraid of possible sanctions, and said in April that Russia should be prepared for a direct NATO aggression.

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Shoigu said Ukrainian militants could hit Taganrog with missiles

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Ukrainian Armed Forces in Mariupol they had Tochka-U missile systems in their arsenal. The complexes are able to hit objects in Rostov-on-Don and Taganrog. Such information was provided by Russian Defense Minister Sergei Shoigu during a meeting with Russian President Vladimir Putin.

According to the minister, a large number of heavy weapons were brought to Mariupol. Including tanks, MLRS “Smerch”, “Hurricane”, artillery systems.

Near the Tochki-U missile system range of 120 kilometers. & laquo; Our Taganrog & ndash; 94 kilometers from Mariupol, “the minister said, adding that the capital of the Southern Federal District, Rostov,” is about this distance. “The city has built up large reserves of fuel and lubricants and food for long-term warfare. base. The city's infrastructure, including the seaport and fairway, was mined.

In Mariupol, the Ukrainian side had 179 tanks and armored combat vehicles, 170 artillery pieces and mortars, the minister said.

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Poklonská commented on the call to deprive her of the state decoration

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Natalia Poklonskaya called the letters Z and V are symbols of tragedy and sadness, for which she was criticized by Crimean deputies. Instead, the deputies should discuss the bill on permitting the development of specially protected areas and nature reserves, said the RBC deputy head of Rossotrudničestvo.

“Let them discuss it. They generally need to talk about something, “she said. She stressed that it would be better to discuss the bill on permitting the development of specially protected areas and nature reserves. Speaking from the high podium calling for the removal of the medal “to the former hated prosecutor is much more pleasant,” RBC quotes Poklonska. In her opinion, this symbol has gained tragic significance for both Ukraine and Russia.

She later explained that she called for “goodness, compassion and the ability to think for oneself.” Especially in conditions where hatred and fear are growing in society. She added that she insisted on the danger of “worshiping any symbols” because “history does not like it.”

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Johnson called negotiations with Russia useless: “How to bargain with a crocodile”

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UK Prime Minister Boris Johnson said peace talks between Russia and Ukraine were doomed. In an interview with reporters in India, he asked, “How can you negotiate with a crocodile when your foot is in your jaws?” Earlier, Russian Foreign Minister Sergei Lavrov said that the success of negotiations between the Russian Federation and Ukraine would depend on Kiev's readiness to take into account Moscow's legitimate demands.

Meanwhile Kremlin press secretary Dmitry Peskov said the Russian Federation had submitted a draft settlement document to Ukraine. At the same time, he said, Kiev was in no hurry to react.

Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky also said that Kyiv had not received new documents from the Russian Federation during the negotiations. He also expressed the view that they “do not exist.”

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Ministry of Defense of the Russian Federation: Azov appeal to foreigners regarding corridors was “in the wrong address”

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Ministry of Defense The Russian Federation commented on the call of the commanders of the Azov Regiment spread by the Ukrainian media (recognized as extremist and banned in the Russian Federation), in which the conditions for the departure of the army from the territory of the Mariupol plant “Azovstal” were named. In particular, the statement said the army was ready to evacuate with the help of a “third” country, including on their territory, but did not agree to surrender.

The head of the Federation's National Defense Control Center, Mikhail Mizintsev, – who spoke to a video message to the world community, including the leaders of Britain, the United States and Turkey.

“Provided” green corridors “and ensure the departure of civilians who were allegedly in Azovstal.

” You turned to the wrong address, “Mizincev said.

According to him, you should have contacted” “Directly to the leadership of Ukraine, which has long since treacherously left you, and the Russian Federation offered 'absolute security and the provision of qualified medical care' is subject to surrender without weapons.

” The Russian Federation has done everything to save your lives, “he said. Mizincev.

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Kadyrov: Today, Azovstal will be completely under the control of the Russian Armed Forces

Ramzan Kadyrov. Photo: Chechen government website.

The statement that the Azovstal power plant will be completely under the control of the armed forces of the Russian Federation during the day was made by the head of Chechnya, Ramzan Kadyrov, on his Telegram channel. He published an audio report.

According to Kadyrov, everything is ready for a complete capture of the power plant, “it only takes time.”

He called it “good news”, although not for everyone. “This is bad news for the West and Europe,” Kadyrov said. “And for all normal people who live and want to live in peace, this is very good news,” he said.

and give up in the morning. “I told you you didn't believe it – you should have given it up sooner,” Kadyrov said.

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