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Russia blocks access to FaceTime due to crime allegations

Russia blocks access to FaceTime due to crime allegations

FaceTime used in Russia to organize, conduct terrorist activities, recruit perpetrators, commit fraud and other crimes against Russian citizens, Federal agency says

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France, China should 'make new contributions' toward multipolar world: Xi tells Macron
04.12.2025

France, China should 'make new contributions' toward multipolar world: Xi tells Macron

Chinese President Xi hosts Macron in Beijing, who arrived in Beijing on 3-day state visit on Wednesday

Relief, rescue operations continue after devastating Asia floods
04.12.2025

Relief, rescue operations continue after devastating Asia floods

776 people lost lives, 564 missing in Indonesia, while Sri Lanka records 479 fatalities, 350 missing

South Korea confirms 6 nationals detained in North Korea
04.12.2025

South Korea confirms 6 nationals detained in North Korea

Detainees in North face various charges, including espionage

Putin praises US efforts on Ukrainian settlement, says 'complex work' underway
04.12.2025

Putin praises US efforts on Ukrainian settlement, says 'complex work' underway

Russian president says Trump's 28-point plan is being discussed as 4 separate packages now

China calls for ‘effectively’ implementing ceasefire in Gaza amid Israeli attacks
04.12.2025

China calls for ‘effectively’ implementing ceasefire in Gaza amid Israeli attacks

Beijing stresses peace and stability in region be ‘restored as soon as possible’