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Kalashnikov starts mass deliveries of low-noise firing devices for AK-12 to Russian army

The key features include the complete elimination of muzzle flash, and a reduced noise level

PATRIOT PARK /Moscow Region/, May 14. /TASS/. The Kalashnikov Concern has begun large-scale deliveries of standard low-noise firing devices for AK-12 assault rifles to the Russian armed forces, according to Sergey Urzhumtsev, the company's chief designer of small arms.

"Until now, the Kalashnikov Concern has not supplied low-noise firing devices (LFDs) for these rifles," Urzhumtsev explained. "Starting this year, we have significantly increased supplies of these devices to the troops."

He emphasized that the new low-noise firing device meets all specifications set by the Defense Ministry.

"The key features include the complete elimination of muzzle flash, even on the first shot, and a reduced noise level. We are thoroughly reviewing all attachments available on the market, but I can confirm that there are no comparable devices currently on the market," Urzhumtsev added.

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Moscow says Ukraine needs to step away from microphone, come to negotiating table

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Afghanistan's Charge d'Affaires in Moscow Jamal Nasir Garwal expressed hope that Russia and Afghanistan would soon sign investment agreements in geological exploration and mineral resource extraction

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The governor Vyacheslav Gladkov expressed his condolences to the family and friends of the deceased

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Issue of gas supplies to Europe raised at Russia-US talks — Kremlin aide

"We raise the issue [of gas supplies to Europe]," Russian Presidential Aide Yury Ushakov said when asked a respective question

Price of Brent oil surpasses $66 per barrel on London’s ICE first since April 28

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IN BRIEF: Lavrov calls Istanbul talks 'intriguing,' urges pan-Eurasian unity

"Everyone, of course, is talking about Ukraine right now due to the intrigue that is unfolding in Istanbul," the Russian foreign minister said

Putin extended Russia’s 2021-2025 defense plan by 2 years

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Kiev government lost hundreds of millions purchasing weapons — FT investigation

It is based on leaked governmental documents and dozens of interviews with officials responsible for arms procurement, as well as arms traders and detectives

Putin, Turkmenistan’s national leader hold phone call to discuss ties — Kremlin

Vladimir Putin and Gurbanguly Berdimuhamedov warmly congratulated each other on the 80th anniversary of Victory in the Great Patriotic War

Russia ready to provide security support to Central African Republic, says envoy

"The ambassador highlighted Russia’s readiness to continue facilitating the Central African Republic’s efforts aimed at strengthening security," the statement reads

Russia holds successful meeting with Turkish foreign minister — Medinsky

The Russian delegation explained in detail its position on Ukraine, head of the Russian delegation, Presidential Aide said

West fears that pro-Russian forces could come to power in Ukraine — Polish minister

"We can’t allow the situation that happened after the "orange revolution" on the Maidan to repeat itself," Wladysіaw Kosiniak-Kamysz said

US pragmatically moves away from 'democratization agenda' — Russian intelligence chief

Russia sees this as a pragmatic shift by the new White House team, which has regained the capacity for critical thinking

Important to reiterate Gomel agreements to Kiev — head of Russian delegation to Istanbul

Vladimir Medinsky noted that the Istanbul process was already tougher with regard to realities on the ground than what was proposed in Gomel

Ukraine fails to turn Istanbul talks into show — Russian diplomat

The Russian delegation, led by presidential aide Vladimir Medinsky, was ready for dialogue as early as Thursday morning

Russian commandos redeploy to Uzbekistan for drills on Afghan border

In the course of joint practical measures, the troops will accomplish the combat training tasks of ensuring the state’s territorial integrity

‘Soft landing’ of national economy will allow Bank of Russia to lower key rate — Putin

World waits for Zelensky’s negotiating team to join Istanbul talks — Zakharova

It’s been nearly 24 hours that the Russian delegation has been in Istanbul, Russian Foreign Ministry Spokeswoman wrote

Islamic world shows keen interest in Russian cybersecurity solutions — MFA

"We’ve noticed growing attention both from the countries of the Islamic world and from the states of the global South," Director of the Foreign Ministry’s International Information Security Department and Special Presidential Representative for International Cooperation in the Field of Information Security said

Inflation in Russia reaches 0.06% on May 6-12 — Rosstat

Since the beginning of May, consumer prices in Russia have increased by 0.08%, while year-to-date inflation stands at 3.28%

West frightened by arrival of Russian delegation in Istanbul — Russian Foreign Ministry

"It’s high time for the West to cease this hysteria, regain composure, and bring their puppets in Kiev to the negotiating table," Maria Zakharova concluded

Russian federal budget expenditures on national projects total $24.75 bln as of May 1

This figure represents 33.5% of the total annual allocation planned for these initiatives

Serbia, US have ‘historic’ opportunity to strengthen ties — PM

According to Djuro Macut, the sides expressed mutual readiness to intensify contacts between officials

CAR with Russia's support succeeds in combating gangs — Russian UN mission

Anna Yevstigneyeva emphasized the importance of supporting CAR in its endeavors to secure its borders and to curb the cross-border movement of militants and arms trafficking

Russia, Ukraine agree to 1,000-for-1,000 prisoner exchange — Ukrainian defense minister

Rustem Umerov did not specify the date of the swap

Russian troops liberate six communities in Ukraine operation over week — top brass

Russia’s Battlegroup Center inflicted more than 3,040 casualties on Ukrainian troops and destroyed 26 enemy armored combat vehicles in its area of responsibility over the week

Ukrainian army demoralized by Russia’s successes on battlefields near Donetsk — expert

Yan Gagin added that Russian servicemen continue to fulfill their combat missions to liberate communities in the DPR

EU puts itself in economic hell with false Russia threat narrative — MFA

"The EU invents this so-called Russian threat because spreading this narrative distracts the attention of their citizens from the disastrous situation in their own economies," Maria Zakharova noted

Russia-Ukraine talks in Turkey represent ‘tactical win’ for Moscow — report

The NYT said the Trump administration is feeling disillusioned due to a lack of progress in the efforts to achieve peace

US discusses with Europe boosting support for opposition in CIS states — SVR chief

Sergey Naryshkin said that US was negotiating with its traditional European partners about stepping up their support for anti-system forces in CIS countries

Russia comes out with domestic air traffic control security system

The project implies rejection of program and hardware solutions originating from unfriendly countries, as well as the building of efficient algorithms for swiftly detecting cyber incidents and responding to them

IN BRIEF: What we know about Salavat plant explosion in Russia’s Bashkortostan

According to preliminary information from the local department of the Emergencies Ministry, three people have been hospitalized in grave condition

US to impose restrictions on Russian oil if no deal on Ukraine is reached — Trump

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Russia ready to increase exports of oil products to Malaysia — Energy Minister

According to Sergey Tsivilyov, Russia exported about 5 million tons of oil products to Malaysia in 2024

Russia seeks to increase its contribution into UN peacekeeping activities — mission

"Russia is making its contribution into the training of military peacekeepers, including foreigners, in accordance with training programs for staff officers and military observers certified by the UN Secretariat," Russian Deputy Permanent Representative to the UN Anna Yevstigneyeva noted

Turkish foreign minister describes current stage of settlement in Ukraine as critical

Hakan Fidan highlighted the steadfast commitment of the parties to peace

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By 2:55 p.m. Moscow time, the price of gold futures stood at $3,159.70 per troy ounce

More than 150 companies present their products at the Kazan Halal Market fair

It is expected that over 40,000 people will visit the fair

Staff successfully ensures safety of Zaporozhye nuke plant despite unstable energy supply

Since May 7, the plant’s own needs have been filled by a single 750 kV line, the ZNPP’s director of communications, Yevgeniya Yashina, said

Russian, Ukrainian delegations interacted in Russian in Istanbul — source

As reported earlier on Friday, the first direct talks between Russia and Ukraine since the spring of 2022 had kicked off in Istanbul

Afghan delegation's visit to Kazan strengthens ties with Tatarstan — regional head

At the meeting, the sides discussed prospects for cooperation in several sectors, including agriculture, transportation, and the halal industry

Russia, Central African Republic sign memorandum of cooperation on geology, subsoil use

The main areas of cooperation include regional geological study of the subsoil, technological study and development of the mineral resource base, examination of mineral reserves

	
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