AGP Executive Report
Last update: 7 hours agoUkraine War & Drones: Russia warned the UK it will face “consequences” after reports that British-made drones were used in strikes deep inside Russia, with the Russian embassy accusing London of escalating the conflict by acting as an “accomplice and co-perpetrator.” Moscow vs. Tokyo: Russia summoned Japan’s ambassador after Tokyo protested Putin’s Kuril Islands visit, with Lavrov saying Japan “crossed the line of decency.” North Korea Alignment: Kim Jong Un and Putin reaffirmed close ties on Korea’s Liberation Day as Lavrov praised Pyongyang’s troop deployment and pledged a deeper “new world order” partnership. Domestic Crackdown: Anti-war politician Lev Shlosberg was sentenced to 11 years and one month, while Russia’s Supreme Court upheld the Yabloko party ban ahead of September elections. Economy & Control: VEB’s chief economist was fired after warning Russia could lose a “war of attrition” and face a “social crisis.” Crypto & Oversight: Bank of Russia draft rules would cap crypto holdings at 25% of equity for regulated market players and require registration with crypto depositories. War Economy & Society: A report says Russia’s penal system is shrinking as more inmates sign defense contracts, while air defenses claimed hundreds of Ukrainian drones downed over multiple regions. Russia–China Trade: China aims to push annual trade with Russia to $300B, citing record growth and expanding cooperation forums.
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