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<p><strong>Here are some of the top stories to start your day:&nbsp;</strong>Russian forces have taken the full control of the steel plant in Mariupol. Polling started for Australian general elections. Gate crasher at Cannes Film Festival’s red carpet. Also, watch a report on US blaming Russia for food shortages and high inflation.&nbsp;</p>

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The full control of the steel plant in Mariupol has been taken by the Russian forces, said country's defence ministry on Friday. It was the last stronghold of Ukrainian resistance in the city.&nbsp;</p>

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Polling started for Australian general elections on Saturday (May 21). Opinion polls are showing that opposition Labour Party is narrowly ahead of the ruling coalition led by Prime Minister Scott Morrison.</p>

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As several countries around the world register cases of monkeypox, the World Health Organization is going to organise an emergency meeting on Friday, media reports said.</p>

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<p><strong><a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/sincerely-sorry-russian-soldier-in-war-crimes-trial-says-he-did-not-want-to-kill-will-accept-punishment-480865">Russian soldier in war crimes trial in Ukraine says didn't want to kill, will accept punishment</a></strong><br />
During the second hearing on Friday (May 20), the first Russian soldier who is facing war crime charges in Ukraine has said that he is "truly and sincerely sorry" and added that he will accept any punishment from the court.&nbsp;</p>

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<p><strong><a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/zelensky-proposes-formal-deal-with-allies-to-secure-russian-compensation-for-ukraines-invasion-480862">Zelensky proposes formal deal with allies to secure Russian compensation for Ukraine's invasion</a></strong><br />
In order to secure Russian compensation for invading Ukraine, President Volodymyr Zelensky has proposed a formal deal with the country's allies. Such a deal would show nations planning aggressive acts that they would have to pay for their actions according to Zelensky.</p>

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Cannes Film Festival’s red carpet witnessed a gate crasher on Friday. The person was a woman, who stripped off her clothes, to share a message against rape, media reports said.&nbsp;</p>

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<p><strong>Gravitas: Russia using food as a weapon?</strong><br />
Countries around the world are struggling with food shortages and high inflation. The United States has blamed Russia for this crisis - accusing it of using food as a weapon. How true are these claims?&nbsp;</p>

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Here are some of the top stories to start your day: Russian forces have taken the full control of the steel plant in Mariupol. Polling started for Australian general elections.

Here are some of the top stories to start your day: Russian forces have taken the full control of the steel plant in Mariupol. Polling started for Australian general elections. Gate crasher at Cannes Film Festival’s red carpet. Also, watch a report on US blaming Russia for food shortages and high inflation. Click on headlines to read the full report: Siege at steel plant in Mariupol over as 531 Ukraine's defenders surrender, claims Russia The full control of the steel plant in Mariupol has been taken by the Russian forces, said country's defence ministry on Friday. It was the last stronghold of Ukrainian resistance in the city. Voting begins in Australian general election Polling started for Australian general elections on Saturday (May 21). Opinion polls are showing that opposition Labour Party is narrowly ahead of the ruling coalition led by Prime Minister Scott Morrison. WHO to hold emergency meeting over rise in number of monkeypox cases As several countries around the world register cases of monkeypox, the World Health Organization is going to organise an emergency meeting on Friday, media reports said. Russian soldier in war crimes trial in Ukraine says didn't want to kill, will accept punishment During the second hearing on Friday (May 20), the first Russian soldier who is facing war crime charges in Ukraine has said that he is "truly and sincerely sorry" and added that he will accept any punishment from the court. Zelensky proposes formal deal with allies to secure Russian compensation for Ukraine's invasion In order to secure Russian compensation for invading Ukraine, President Volodymyr Zelensky has proposed a formal deal with the country's allies. Such a deal would show nations planning aggressive acts that they would have to pay for their actions according to Zelensky. Unidentified woman crashes red carpet, strips to share message against rape at Cannes Film Festival Cannes Film Festival’s red carpet witnessed a gate crasher on Friday. The person was a woman, who stripped off her clothes, to share a message against rape, media reports said. Gravitas: Russia using food as a weapon? Countries around the world are struggling with food shortages and high inflation. The United States has blamed Russia for this crisis - accusing it of using food as a weapon. How true are these claims? ×

Morning news brief: Russia takes control of Mariupol steel plant, woman crashes Cannes red carpet, and more

<p>Former United States President Donald Trump has paid a $110,000 fine, which was imposed as part of a contempt-of-court order against him for obstructing a major tax evasion probe.&nbsp;</p>

<p>New York state's Supreme Court on April 25 had ordered Trump to pay $10,000 a day for as long as he refused to provide accounting and tax documents.&nbsp;</p>

<p>It was part of a civil investigation, which was led by the Attorney General of the state, Letitia James, against the Trump Organization family business.&nbsp;</p>

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<p>Allegations were made against the Trump Organization that it illegally manipulated the stated values of properties so that to get financial benefits during loan applications, insurance policies and while paying taxes.&nbsp;</p>

<p>A spokesperson for James's office stated: "On May 19, Donald Trump paid the attorney general's office $110,000." According to James' spokesperson, the Trump camp also had until Friday to submit sworn statements relating to the Trump Organization's request for accounting and tax records.&nbsp;</p>

<p>As reported by news agency AFP, these documents were indeed collected and produced by a third-party firm on Thursday, according to the same source.&nbsp;</p>

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<p>On May 6, however, the New York judge suspended the counting of days for which Trump should be fined.&nbsp;</p>

<p>On May 11, the Manhattan Supreme Court Judge Arthur Engoron agreed to lift the contempt order if the fines were paid and affidavits were submitted by Trump by May 20.&nbsp;</p>

<p>However, a report by CNBC quoting a spokesperson for James' office noted that as of 12:15 pm ET on Friday, Trump's lawyers had not completed a "third condition".&nbsp;</p>

<p>Which was submitting new affidavits that would apparently provide details about their search for documents sought by the investigators.&nbsp;</p>

<p>Donald Trump is also facing a criminal investigation by the Manhattan prosecutor: the Trump Organization and its financial director Allen Weisselberg have been charged with tax evasion. They have pleaded not guilty and the trial is due to begin this year.&nbsp;</p>

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Former United States President Donald Trump has paid a $110,000 fine, which was imposed as part of a contempt-of-court order against him for obstructing a major tax evasion probe.

Former United States President Donald Trump has paid a $110,000 fine, which was imposed as part of a contempt-of-court order against him for obstructing a major tax evasion probe. New York state's Supreme Court on April 25 had ordered Trump to pay $10,000 a day for as long as he refused to provide accounting and tax documents. It was part of a civil investigation, which was led by the Attorney General of the state, Letitia James, against the Trump Organization family business. ALSO READ | Even as billionaire Elon Musk denies sexual harassment allegations, Tesla’s shares nosedive Allegations were made against the Trump Organization that it illegally manipulated the stated values of properties so that to get financial benefits during loan applications, insurance policies and while paying taxes. A spokesperson for James's office stated: "On May 19, Donald Trump paid the attorney general's office $110,000." According to James' spokesperson, the Trump camp also had until Friday to submit sworn statements relating to the Trump Organization's request for accounting and tax records. As reported by news agency AFP, these documents were indeed collected and produced by a third-party firm on Thursday, according to the same source. ALSO READ | French President Emmanuel Macron reshuffles cabinet, retains finance, interior ministers WATCH | Gravitas: Biden begins Asia tour to reassure allies × On May 6, however, the New York judge suspended the counting of days for which Trump should be fined. On May 11, the Manhattan Supreme Court Judge Arthur Engoron agreed to lift the contempt order if the fines were paid and affidavits were submitted by Trump by May 20. However, a report by CNBC quoting a spokesperson for James' office noted that as of 12:15 pm ET on Friday, Trump's lawyers had not completed a "third condition". Which was submitting new affidavits that would apparently provide details about their search for documents sought by the investigators. Donald Trump is also facing a criminal investigation by the Manhattan prosecutor: the Trump Organization and its financial director Allen Weisselberg have been charged with tax evasion. They have pleaded not guilty and the trial is due to begin this year. WATCH WION LIVE HERE You can now write for wionews.com and be a part of the community. Share your stories and opinions with us here.

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<p>During the second hearing on Friday (May 20), the first Russian soldier who is facing war crime charges in Ukraine has said that he is "truly and sincerely sorry" and added that he will accept any punishment from the court.&nbsp;</p>

<p>The 21-year-old Russian tank commander, identified as Vadim Shishimarin, has pleaded guilty to killing a 62-year-old civilian Oleksandr Shelipov in the northeast Ukrainian village of Chupakhivka on February 28, a few days after Russia started the invasion of Ukraine.&nbsp;</p>

<p>Shishimarin told the court that he "was nervous about what was going on" and said that he "didn’t want to kill" Shelipov. He even asked Shelipov's widow for forgiveness. Meanwhile, the prosecutors have asked for life imprisonment for Shishimarin.&nbsp;</p>

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<p>The Russian soldier said, "I'm truly and sincerely sorry. I didn't want that to happen, I didn't want to be there, but it happened. I would like to apologise once again. And I will accept all the measures of punishment that I will be offered."&nbsp;</p>

<p>On the other hand, while concluding, defence lawyer Viktor Ovsiannikov told the court that Shishimarin had fired the rounds out of fear for his own safety. The lawyer also asked whether the defendant had intended to kill.&nbsp;</p>

<p>Ovsiannikov argued that the Russian had only fired the rounds after twice refusing to carry out the order to shoot. He said that&nbsp;only one out of three-to-four rounds hit the target.&nbsp;</p>

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<p><strong>WATCH |&nbsp;Gravitas: Russia using food as a weapon?</strong></p>

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<p>Ovsiannikov said, "He was sitting at the window of a car... the car was moving at high speed with a punctured tyre. I conclude that Shishimarin fired aimless shots and did not intend to kill the civilian, and that he carried out the order not with the aim of killing the person, but formally, with the hope that (the rounds) would not hit".&nbsp;</p>

<p>He said: "I personally think that it should not be this young man in the dock, but the senior leadership of the other country that I think is guilty of unleashing this war."&nbsp;</p>

<p>A verdict in the case might be announced on Monday when the court next convenes.&nbsp;</p>

<p><em>(With inputs from agencies)&nbsp;</em></p>

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During the second hearing on Friday (May 20), the first Russian soldier who is facing war crime charges in Ukraine has said that he is "truly and sincerely sorry" and added that he will accept any punishment from the court.

During the second hearing on Friday (May 20), the first Russian soldier who is facing war crime charges in Ukraine has said that he is "truly and sincerely sorry" and added that he will accept any punishment from the court. The 21-year-old Russian tank commander, identified as Vadim Shishimarin, has pleaded guilty to killing a 62-year-old civilian Oleksandr Shelipov in the northeast Ukrainian village of Chupakhivka on February 28, a few days after Russia started the invasion of Ukraine. Shishimarin told the court that he "was nervous about what was going on" and said that he "didn’t want to kill" Shelipov. He even asked Shelipov's widow for forgiveness. Meanwhile, the prosecutors have asked for life imprisonment for Shishimarin. ALSO READ | Siege at steel plant in Mariupol over as 531 Ukraine's defenders surrender, claims Russia The Russian soldier said, "I'm truly and sincerely sorry. I didn't want that to happen, I didn't want to be there, but it happened. I would like to apologise once again. And I will accept all the measures of punishment that I will be offered." On the other hand, while concluding, defence lawyer Viktor Ovsiannikov told the court that Shishimarin had fired the rounds out of fear for his own safety. The lawyer also asked whether the defendant had intended to kill. Ovsiannikov argued that the Russian had only fired the rounds after twice refusing to carry out the order to shoot. He said that only one out of three-to-four rounds hit the target. ALSO READ | Zelensky proposes formal deal with allies to secure Russian compensation for Ukraine's invasion WATCH | Gravitas: Russia using food as a weapon? × Ovsiannikov said, "He was sitting at the window of a car... the car was moving at high speed with a punctured tyre. I conclude that Shishimarin fired aimless shots and did not intend to kill the civilian, and that he carried out the order not with the aim of killing the person, but formally, with the hope that (the rounds) would not hit". He said: "I personally think that it should not be this young man in the dock, but the senior leadership of the other country that I think is guilty of unleashing this war." A verdict in the case might be announced on Monday when the court next convenes. (With inputs from agencies) WATCH WION LIVE HERE You can now write for wionews.com and be a part of the community. Share your stories and opinions with us here.

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<p>The United States is the latest to detect a case of rare monkeypox as the local health body, the Massachusetts Department of Public Health, on Wednesday (May 18) stated that it had confirmed a single case of monkeypox virus infection in a man who had recently travelled to Canada.&nbsp;</p>

<p>Apart from the US,&nbsp;cases are rising in European countries as recently Spain and Portugal detected over 40 suspected cases of monkeypox. As quoted by news agency AFP, officials said that both outbreaks concentrated in the Madrid and Lisbon areas.&nbsp;</p>

<p>The monkeypox outbreaks mostly occur in west and central Africa, and only very occasionally spreads elsewhere.&nbsp;</p>

<p>As per a recent statement released on May 20, WHO stated that the&nbsp;recent outbreaks reported across 11 countries so far are atypical, as they are occurring in non-endemic countries.&nbsp;</p>

<p>"There are about 80 confirmed cases so far, and 50 pending investigations. More cases are likely to be reported as surveillance expands," WHO noted.&nbsp;</p>

<p><strong>Here's a list of countries where the monkeypox outbreaks were detected (or suspected) recently</strong></p>

<p>United States</p>

<p>United Kingdom</p>

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<p>Canada</p>

<p>Sweden</p>

<p>Australia</p>

<p>France</p>

<p>Belgium</p>

<p>Germany</p>

<p>Italy</p>

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<p>As per health officials in Spain, some of these infections may be through sexual contact — in this instance among gay or bisexual men.&nbsp;</p>

<p>Health authorities in the Madrid region said, "In general, its transmission is via respiratory drops but the characteristics of the 23 suspected infections point to it being passed on through bodily fluids during sex relations."&nbsp;</p>

<p>"All of them are young adult males and most of them are men who have sexual relations with other men, but not all of them," Elena Andradas, head of public health in the Madrid region, told Cadena Ser radio.&nbsp;</p>

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<p>Meanwhile, Portugal's health ministry said in a statement that "the cases were all among males, the majority of them young, who had ulcerated lesions."&nbsp;</p>

<p>The information shared by the above-mentioned health authorities would be a new development in understanding how the virus is transmitted.&nbsp;</p>

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<p><strong>What is monkeypox what are the symptoms?&nbsp;</strong></p>

<p>The US agency explained that the monkeypox illness often starts with flu-like symptoms such as fever, muscle ache and swollen lymph nodes before causing a chickenpox-like rash on the face and body.&nbsp;</p>

<p>Transmission usually happens due to close contact with infected animals such as rodents and monkeys and is limited between people. It has only been fatal in rare cases.&nbsp;</p>

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The United States is the latest to detect a case of rare monkeypox as the local health body, the Massachusetts Department of Public Health, on Wednesday (May 18) stated that it had confirmed a single case of monkeypox virus infection in a man who had recently travelled to Canada.

The United States is the latest to detect a case of rare monkeypox as the local health body, the Massachusetts Department of Public Health, on Wednesday (May 18) stated that it had confirmed a single case of monkeypox virus infection in a man who had recently travelled to Canada. Apart from the US, cases are rising in European countries as recently Spain and Portugal detected over 40 suspected cases of monkeypox. As quoted by news agency AFP, officials said that both outbreaks concentrated in the Madrid and Lisbon areas. The monkeypox outbreaks mostly occur in west and central Africa, and only very occasionally spreads elsewhere. As per a recent statement released on May 20, WHO stated that the recent outbreaks reported across 11 countries so far are atypical, as they are occurring in non-endemic countries. "There are about 80 confirmed cases so far, and 50 pending investigations. More cases are likely to be reported as surveillance expands," WHO noted. Here's a list of countries where the monkeypox outbreaks were detected (or suspected) recently United States United Kingdom Spain Portugal Canada Sweden Australia France Belgium Germany Italy ALSO READ | Russia-Ukraine war could cause mass hunger and famine due to food insecurity, UN warns As per health officials in Spain, some of these infections may be through sexual contact — in this instance among gay or bisexual men. Health authorities in the Madrid region said, "In general, its transmission is via respiratory drops but the characteristics of the 23 suspected infections point to it being passed on through bodily fluids during sex relations." "All of them are young adult males and most of them are men who have sexual relations with other men, but not all of them," Elena Andradas, head of public health in the Madrid region, told Cadena Ser radio. ALSO READ | Why mothers shouldn't make DIY baby formula at home? Here's what experts have to say Meanwhile, Portugal's health ministry said in a statement that "the cases were all among males, the majority of them young, who had ulcerated lesions." The information shared by the above-mentioned health authorities would be a new development in understanding how the virus is transmitted. WATCH | A 7-million-year-old fossil of a crocodile ancestor found in Peru × What is monkeypox what are the symptoms? The US agency explained that the monkeypox illness often starts with flu-like symptoms such as fever, muscle ache and swollen lymph nodes before causing a chickenpox-like rash on the face and body. Transmission usually happens due to close contact with infected animals such as rodents and monkeys and is limited between people. It has only been fatal in rare cases. (With inputs from agencies) WATCH WION LIVE HERE You can now write for wionews.com and be a part of the community. Share your stories and opinions with us here.

Rare monkeypox outbreaks: From US to Spain, list of countries where cases are detected recently

<p>A World Health Organization (WHO) report, published in 2021, noted that tobacco kills more than eight million people each year around the world. The report mentioned that more than seven million of the total die as a result of direct tobacco use. On the other hand, around 1.2 million die as a result of non-smokers being exposed to second-hand smoke.&nbsp;</p>

<p>Countries have been taking necessary steps to curb the use of tobacco, especially among the younger generation. For example, the UK is considering revamping the legal age for smoking, Telegraph reported.&nbsp;</p>

<p>As per the report, the legal age for smoking could be increased to 21 from 18 in the country. The independent review is commissioned by the country's Health Secretary Sajid Javid, who had reportedly considered recommending it be set at 25.&nbsp;</p>

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<p>As per the media outlet, the independent review will recommend that the legal age to purchase cigarettes be increased and also, new taxes are imposed on tobacco company profits. The review report is expected to come in the coming weeks.&nbsp;</p>

<p>As quoted by the media outlet, one source involved in the report said: "Sajid Javid is interested in health inequality and he is interested in tackling public health issues, but the Government is in hock to right-wing MPs. On tobacco, they are still nervous about some kind of nanny state attack."&nbsp;</p>

<p>One source said that "we will have to wait for the full independent report before responding to any recommendations but we are not minded towards further restrictions on age of sale".&nbsp;</p>

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<p>&nbsp;"We need to do much more as a country to tackle smoking, which causes huge harm, including measures such as making vaping more accessible to help people get off cigarettes. We are looking forward to receiving the final report," the source added.&nbsp;</p>

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A World Health Organization (WHO) report, published in 2021, noted that tobacco kills more than eight million people each year around the world. The report mentioned that more than seven million of the total die as a result of direct tobacco use.

A World Health Organization (WHO) report, published in 2021, noted that tobacco kills more than eight million people each year around the world. The report mentioned that more than seven million of the total die as a result of direct tobacco use. On the other hand, around 1.2 million die as a result of non-smokers being exposed to second-hand smoke. Countries have been taking necessary steps to curb the use of tobacco, especially among the younger generation. For example, the UK is considering revamping the legal age for smoking, Telegraph reported. As per the report, the legal age for smoking could be increased to 21 from 18 in the country. The independent review is commissioned by the country's Health Secretary Sajid Javid, who had reportedly considered recommending it be set at 25. ALSO READ | Partygate scandal: Britain's opposition asks Boris Johnson to 'urgently explain' secret meeting with Sue Gray As per the media outlet, the independent review will recommend that the legal age to purchase cigarettes be increased and also, new taxes are imposed on tobacco company profits. The review report is expected to come in the coming weeks. As quoted by the media outlet, one source involved in the report said: "Sajid Javid is interested in health inequality and he is interested in tackling public health issues, but the Government is in hock to right-wing MPs. On tobacco, they are still nervous about some kind of nanny state attack." One source said that "we will have to wait for the full independent report before responding to any recommendations but we are not minded towards further restrictions on age of sale". ALSO READ | UK classifies two types of the Omicron variants of Covid as variants of concern "We need to do much more as a country to tackle smoking, which causes huge harm, including measures such as making vaping more accessible to help people get off cigarettes. We are looking forward to receiving the final report," the source added. There is no official comment by UK's Department for Health. WATCH WION LIVE HERE You can now write for wionews.com and be a part of the community. Share your stories and opinions with us here.

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<p>The Russian defence ministry on Saturday (May 21) said that the armed forces have destroyed a large shipment of weapons in northwestern Ukraine using long-range missiles. The shipment was apparently supplied by the West.&nbsp;</p>

<p>"High-precision long-range sea-based Kalibr missiles destroyed a large batch of weapons and military equipment near the Malin railway station in Zhytomyr region delivered from the United States and European countries," it said.&nbsp;</p>

<p>Russia started the invasion of Ukraine on February 24 in order to "demilitarise" and "de-Nazify" the pro-Western country. However, Russia faced Ukrainian resistance.&nbsp;</p>

<p>The United States and several other Western allies have supplied Ukraine with weapons. The weapons included artillery, anti-aircraft missiles, anti-tank weapons, etc. Russia has often warned the West over arms supplies to Ukraine.&nbsp;</p>

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<p>After the latest move to destroy a large shipment, the Russian ministry said the weapons were intended for Ukrainian forces in the eastern Donbas region.&nbsp;</p>

<p>It is a Russian-speaking area that has been partially controlled by pro-Moscow separatists since 2014.&nbsp;</p>

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<p>Meanwhile, Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky said that war can only be resolved through "diplomacy", which has apparently failed so far.&nbsp;</p>

<p>He told a Ukrainian television channel that the "end [of war] will be through diplomacy". He said that the war "will be bloody, there will be fighting but will only definitively end through diplomacy".&nbsp;</p>

<p>"Discussions between Ukraine and Russia will decidedly take place. Under what format I don't know -- with intermediaries, without them, in a broader group, at presidential level," he said.</p>

<p>"There are things that can only be reached at the negotiating table. We want everything to return (to as it was before) but Russia does not want that", he said.&nbsp;</p>

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The Russian defence ministry on Saturday (May 21) said that the armed forces have destroyed a large shipment of weapons in northwestern Ukraine using long-range missiles.

The Russian defence ministry on Saturday (May 21) said that the armed forces have destroyed a large shipment of weapons in northwestern Ukraine using long-range missiles. The shipment was apparently supplied by the West. "High-precision long-range sea-based Kalibr missiles destroyed a large batch of weapons and military equipment near the Malin railway station in Zhytomyr region delivered from the United States and European countries," it said. Russia started the invasion of Ukraine on February 24 in order to "demilitarise" and "de-Nazify" the pro-Western country. However, Russia faced Ukrainian resistance. The United States and several other Western allies have supplied Ukraine with weapons. The weapons included artillery, anti-aircraft missiles, anti-tank weapons, etc. Russia has often warned the West over arms supplies to Ukraine. ALSO READ | ZBurger, Rusburger or Nashmak? Russians look for new name for McDonald's After the latest move to destroy a large shipment, the Russian ministry said the weapons were intended for Ukrainian forces in the eastern Donbas region. It is a Russian-speaking area that has been partially controlled by pro-Moscow separatists since 2014. WATCH | Kremlin turns off taps to Finland, move to counter NATO expansion plan? × ALSO READ | 'Truly sorry': Russian soldier in war crimes trial in Ukraine says didn't want to kill, will accept punishment Meanwhile, Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky said that war can only be resolved through "diplomacy", which has apparently failed so far. He told a Ukrainian television channel that the "end [of war] will be through diplomacy". He said that the war "will be bloody, there will be fighting but will only definitively end through diplomacy". "Discussions between Ukraine and Russia will decidedly take place. Under what format I don't know -- with intermediaries, without them, in a broader group, at presidential level," he said. "There are things that can only be reached at the negotiating table. We want everything to return (to as it was before) but Russia does not want that", he said. WATCH WION LIVE HERE You can now write for wionews.com and be a part of the community. Share your stories and opinions with us here.

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<p>McDonald's has reached a deal to sell its Russia business to Russian businessman Alexander Govor, who is a licensee of the renowned multinational&nbsp;American fast-food chain. He runs the franchise operation through his firm GiD LLC.&nbsp;</p>

<p>Govor will rebrand the restaurant under a new name as discussions are already happening over the new name. Telegraph reported that Russia could rename McDonald's "ZBurger" or "Rusburger". On social media, there were some other suggestions as well, such as, "Rosburger", "RusDonald's", "Nashmak", "Mashkinfarsh", etc.&nbsp;</p>

<p>Telegraph quoted the Russian Ministry of Trade as writing after an online discussion: "This was a great brainstorm! Thanks for taking part. We will give the most creative ones to the Russian owner."&nbsp;</p>

<p>The media report also added that social media users are also predicting McDonald’s classic menu items. As some suggested that the items might get replaced by more traditional Russian options such as borscht.&nbsp;</p>

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<p dir="ltr" lang="en">Russia’s Trade Ministry is soliciting rebranding name suggestions from the public for Alexander Govor, who’s buying McDonald’s Russia business. The list includes “Rosburger,” “RusDonald's,” “Nashmak,” “Mashkinfarsh,” “ZBurger” (yum), &amp; more. This is real. <a href="https://t.co/Fk2JPIi3aP">https://t.co/Fk2JPIi3aP</a></p>
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<p dir="ltr" lang="en">Russia could rename McDonald's ZBurger or Rusburger amid rush for last Big Macs. <a href="https://t.co/JK8b5u0Tbg">https://t.co/JK8b5u0Tbg</a> <a href="https://t.co/5iuuw1wv0s">pic.twitter.com/5iuuw1wv0s</a></p>
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"Russians are looking for a new name for McDonald's The list includes 'Rosburger', 'RusDonald's', 'Nashmak', 'Mashkinfarsh', 'ZBurger' (yum) and more." <a href="https://twitter.com/hashtag/Russia?src=hash&amp;ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">#Russia</a> <a href="https://twitter.com/hashtag/russland?src=hash&amp;ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">#russland</a> <a href="https://twitter.com/hashtag/McDonalds?src=hash&amp;ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">#McDonalds</a> <a href="https://t.co/DWa1VKl2GB">pic.twitter.com/DWa1VKl2GB</a></p>
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<p dir="ltr" lang="en">Russia's trade ministry is inviting the public to suggest a new name for McDonald's after it sold its restaurants there to licensee Alexander Govor. Suggestions so far include Rusdonald's, Rusburger and McGovor's <a href="https://t.co/gWJNmGQbBi">https://t.co/gWJNmGQbBi</a></p>
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<p>McDonald's said that Govor will retain employees for at least two years on equivalent terms and will pay employee salaries in 45 regions of Russia until the closure of the sale.&nbsp;</p>

<p>Notably, Govor has been a McDonald's licensee since 2015 and had helped the chain expand into remote Siberia, where he operates 25 restaurants.&nbsp;</p>

<p>On Monday, McDonald's said that it has decided to sell the entire Russian portfolio of 850 restaurants in the aftermath of the Ukraine invasion on the orders of Russian President Vladimir Putin.&nbsp;</p>

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McDonald's has reached a deal to sell its Russia business to Russian businessman Alexander Govor, who is a licensee of the renowned multinational American fast-food chain.

McDonald's has reached a deal to sell its Russia business to Russian businessman Alexander Govor, who is a licensee of the renowned multinational American fast-food chain. He runs the franchise operation through his firm GiD LLC. Govor will rebrand the restaurant under a new name as discussions are already happening over the new name. Telegraph reported that Russia could rename McDonald's "ZBurger" or "Rusburger". On social media, there were some other suggestions as well, such as, "Rosburger", "RusDonald's", "Nashmak", "Mashkinfarsh", etc. Telegraph quoted the Russian Ministry of Trade as writing after an online discussion: "This was a great brainstorm! Thanks for taking part. We will give the most creative ones to the Russian owner." The media report also added that social media users are also predicting McDonald’s classic menu items. As some suggested that the items might get replaced by more traditional Russian options such as borscht. ALSO READ | 'Truly sorry': Russian soldier in war crimes trial in Ukraine says didn't want to kill, will accept punishment #Russen suchen neuen Namen für #McDonald’s „Russen suchen neuen Namen für McDonald’s (…) Auf der Liste stehen ,Rosburgerʽ, ,RusDonald’sʽ, ,Nashmakʽ, ,Mashkinfarshʽ, ,ZBurgerʽ (yum) und mehr.“ (Bild) Ich persönlich fände "Russian-Z"-Burger super... 😋😂#RussiaUkraineConflict pic.twitter.com/Wkmr8AGBuP — Gerd HD Chapeau 💙🇩🇪🇷🇺❤️💯 (@JanPhi0511HD) May 21, 2022 × Russia’s Trade Ministry is soliciting rebranding name suggestions from the public for Alexander Govor, who’s buying McDonald’s Russia business. The list includes “Rosburger,” “RusDonald's,” “Nashmak,” “Mashkinfarsh,” “ZBurger” (yum), & more. This is real. https://t.co/Fk2JPIi3aP — Kevin Rothrock (@KevinRothrock) May 19, 2022 × Russia could rename McDonald's ZBurger or Rusburger amid rush for last Big Macs. https://t.co/JK8b5u0Tbg pic.twitter.com/5iuuw1wv0s — Ben (@Jamin2g) May 21, 2022 × Russians are looking for a new name for McDonald's "Russians are looking for a new name for McDonald's The list includes 'Rosburger', 'RusDonald's', 'Nashmak', 'Mashkinfarsh', 'ZBurger' (yum) and more." #Russia #russland #McDonalds pic.twitter.com/DWa1VKl2GB — Ukrainian Watchdog (Joe Doge) (@JoeDoge6) May 20, 2022 × Russia's trade ministry is inviting the public to suggest a new name for McDonald's after it sold its restaurants there to licensee Alexander Govor. Suggestions so far include Rusdonald's, Rusburger and McGovor's https://t.co/gWJNmGQbBi — Mark Trevelyan (@MarkJTrev) May 19, 2022 × ALSO READ | Siege at steel plant in Mariupol over as 531 Ukraine's defenders surrender, claims Russia McDonald's said that Govor will retain employees for at least two years on equivalent terms and will pay employee salaries in 45 regions of Russia until the closure of the sale. Notably, Govor has been a McDonald's licensee since 2015 and had helped the chain expand into remote Siberia, where he operates 25 restaurants. On Monday, McDonald's said that it has decided to sell the entire Russian portfolio of 850 restaurants in the aftermath of the Ukraine invasion on the orders of Russian President Vladimir Putin. WATCH WION LIVE HERE You can now write for wionews.com and be a part of the community. Share your stories and opinions with us here.

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<p>RM Sotheby's on Thursday (May 19) announced that an extremely rare Mercedes-Benz car was sold for a whopping $143 million earlier this month during an auction. It has now become the world's most expensive car ever sold.&nbsp;</p>

<p>The 1955 Mercedes-Benz is one of two Mercedes-Benz 300 SLR Uhlenhaut Coupes ever made.&nbsp;</p>

<p>As per Sotheby's, the auction was held earlier this month on May 5 at Mercedes Benz Museum in Stuttgart, Germany and only those who were invited could attend it.&nbsp;</p>

<p>In a statement, the car auction company said: "A 1955 Mercedes-Benz 300 SLR Uhlenhaut Coupe from 1955 has been sold at auction for a record price of €135,000,000 to a private collector."&nbsp;</p>

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<p dir="ltr" lang="en">In the most remarkable car auction ever conducted, RM Sotheby’s in association with <a href="https://twitter.com/MercedesBenz?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">@MercedesBenz</a>, has sold one of the two famed 300 SLR Uhlenhaut Coupés to a private collector for €135,000,000. Making it the most valuable car in the world ever sold at auction in any category. <a href="https://t.co/jutWeCgjq7">pic.twitter.com/jutWeCgjq7</a></p>
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<p>The statement further read: "The private buyer has agreed that the 300 SLR Uhlenhaut Coupe will remain accessible for public display on special occasions, while the second original 300 SLR Coupe remains in company ownership and will continue to be displayed at the Mercedes-Benz Museum in Stuttgart."&nbsp;</p>

<p>Notably, the proceeds from the auction will be used for a scholarship fund. It will be used to establish a worldwide Mercedes-Benz Fund that will fund environmental science and decarbonisation research.&nbsp;</p>

<p>The 300 SLR Uhlenhaut Coupe was the fastest road car at the time with a top speed of 180mph.&nbsp;</p>

<p>It was named is named after its creator and chief engineer, Rudolf Uhlenhaut.&nbsp;</p>

<p>Previously, a 1962 Ferrari 250 GTO fetched over 48 million dollars in 2018.&nbsp;</p>

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RM Sotheby's on Thursday (May 19) announced that an extremely rare Mercedes-Benz car was sold for a whopping $143 million earlier this month during an auction. It has now become the world's most expensive car ever sold.

RM Sotheby's on Thursday (May 19) announced that an extremely rare Mercedes-Benz car was sold for a whopping $143 million earlier this month during an auction. It has now become the world's most expensive car ever sold. The 1955 Mercedes-Benz is one of two Mercedes-Benz 300 SLR Uhlenhaut Coupes ever made. As per Sotheby's, the auction was held earlier this month on May 5 at Mercedes Benz Museum in Stuttgart, Germany and only those who were invited could attend it. In a statement, the car auction company said: "A 1955 Mercedes-Benz 300 SLR Uhlenhaut Coupe from 1955 has been sold at auction for a record price of €135,000,000 to a private collector." ALSO READ | 'Put trash in its place': This is why an environmental activist is wearing trash in posh LA In the most remarkable car auction ever conducted, RM Sotheby’s in association with @MercedesBenz, has sold one of the two famed 300 SLR Uhlenhaut Coupés to a private collector for €135,000,000. Making it the most valuable car in the world ever sold at auction in any category. pic.twitter.com/jutWeCgjq7 — rmsothebys (@rmsothebys) May 19, 2022 × × ALSO READ | Superstitious Cambodian PM changes his birth date to avert bad luck The statement further read: "The private buyer has agreed that the 300 SLR Uhlenhaut Coupe will remain accessible for public display on special occasions, while the second original 300 SLR Coupe remains in company ownership and will continue to be displayed at the Mercedes-Benz Museum in Stuttgart." Notably, the proceeds from the auction will be used for a scholarship fund. It will be used to establish a worldwide Mercedes-Benz Fund that will fund environmental science and decarbonisation research. The 300 SLR Uhlenhaut Coupe was the fastest road car at the time with a top speed of 180mph. It was named is named after its creator and chief engineer, Rudolf Uhlenhaut. Previously, a 1962 Ferrari 250 GTO fetched over 48 million dollars in 2018. (With inputs from agencies) WATCH WION LIVE HERE You can now write for wionews.com and be a part of the community. Share your stories and opinions with us here.

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<p>The United States officially surpassed 1 million known deaths from COVID-19 on Thursday, according to a New York Times database, a cataclysmic outcome that only hints at the suffering of millions more Americans who are mourning their parents, children, siblings, friends and colleagues.</p>

<p>“Hopefully, the enormity of that number would spur us on to do whatever we can to make sure that we don’t have as bad a time in the coming months and years that we’ve had over the past two years,” Dr. Anthony Fauci, chief medical adviser to President Joe Biden, told a Boston public radio station, WGBH, this month.</p>

<p>Some initial forecasts put the number of Americans likely to die from the virus between 100,000 and 240,000, although officials warned that the death toll could climb if protective measures weren’t taken. The United States reached 100,000 in May 2020, and 200,000 a few months later, in September.</p>

<p>The United States has a higher rate of infection than many other wealthy countries do, and the virus has continued to spread in a population afflicted by inequity, political divisions, a sometimes overwhelmed public health system, and an inconsistent array of policies and responses.</p>

<p>Although COVID-19 stole lives from all strata of society, it magnified disparities, and some groups have been more vulnerable than others to infection, based on factors such as sex, age, health care access, income and housing.</p>

<p>The virus arrived in the United States by early 2020, setting off five distinct waves of new cases over the 26 months that followed. An unexpected early wave in the spring of 2020 was followed by another wave in the winter, when access to vaccines was still very limited; more Americans died in that wave than in any other period.</p>

<p>In January 2021, the country’s daily death toll peaked, with more than 3,300 deaths recorded each day in the United States. And then came new waves: delta in the summer of 2021 and omicron in the late fall and winter. Omicron caused illness that was milder for some, though not for all; even so, it spread so swiftly and so widely that U.S. deaths surged again, and peaked in the first week of February, when more than 2,500 Americans a day were dying.</p>

<p>Now, in mid-May, Americans are still dying — more than 300 a day on average, as of Wednesday. Vaccines are readily available to nearly everyone other than young children, but even so, about 34% of people across the country have not been inoculated against the virus, and about 70% have received no booster, despite the vaccines’ effectiveness at preventing severe disease and death.</p>

<p>“It’s reaching a point now with COVID, where some very obvious scientific truths based on clear-cut, very visible data are rejected by people,” Fauci said on WGBH. “When it gets in the way of the proper and appropriate response to a deadly outbreak, it becomes even more tragic.”</p>

<p>As of Tuesday, the average of new confirmed coronavirus cases surpassed 100,000 a day again, as omicron subvariants have spread across the country. And those figures are thought to be undercounts, especially since at-home test results often go unreported. Hospitalizations are on the rise, mostly on the East Coast; on average as of Wednesday, just over 22,800 Americans are in hospitals with the coronavirus on a given day, 27% more than two weeks ago.</p>

<p>Although each of the 1 million victims has a unique story, they leave behind a shared feeling among their loved ones, who say the lives of the dead have been pushed to the side in a country eager to get on with post-pandemic life. As it is, there is no national memorial to the people who have died, no shared remembrance, no communal place to gather or to receive a nation’s sympathy. There is only a number, a horrifying number.</p>


The United States officially surpassed 1 million known deaths from COVID-19 on Thursday, according to a New York Times database, a cataclysmic outcome that only hints at the suffering of millions more Americans who are mourning their parents, children, siblings, friends and colleagues.

The United States officially surpassed 1 million known deaths from COVID-19 on Thursday, according to a New York Times database, a cataclysmic outcome that only hints at the suffering of millions more Americans who are mourning their parents, children, siblings, friends and colleagues. “Hopefully, the enormity of that number would spur us on to do whatever we can to make sure that we don’t have as bad a time in the coming months and years that we’ve had over the past two years,” Dr. Anthony Fauci, chief medical adviser to President Joe Biden, told a Boston public radio station, WGBH, this month. Some initial forecasts put the number of Americans likely to die from the virus between 100,000 and 240,000, although officials warned that the death toll could climb if protective measures weren’t taken. The United States reached 100,000 in May 2020, and 200,000 a few months later, in September. The United States has a higher rate of infection than many other wealthy countries do, and the virus has continued to spread in a population afflicted by inequity, political divisions, a sometimes overwhelmed public health system, and an inconsistent array of policies and responses. Although COVID-19 stole lives from all strata of society, it magnified disparities, and some groups have been more vulnerable than others to infection, based on factors such as sex, age, health care access, income and housing. The virus arrived in the United States by early 2020, setting off five distinct waves of new cases over the 26 months that followed. An unexpected early wave in the spring of 2020 was followed by another wave in the winter, when access to vaccines was still very limited; more Americans died in that wave than in any other period. In January 2021, the country’s daily death toll peaked, with more than 3,300 deaths recorded each day in the United States. And then came new waves: delta in the summer of 2021 and omicron in the late fall and winter. Omicron caused illness that was milder for some, though not for all; even so, it spread so swiftly and so widely that U.S. deaths surged again, and peaked in the first week of February, when more than 2,500 Americans a day were dying. Now, in mid-May, Americans are still dying — more than 300 a day on average, as of Wednesday. Vaccines are readily available to nearly everyone other than young children, but even so, about 34% of people across the country have not been inoculated against the virus, and about 70% have received no booster, despite the vaccines’ effectiveness at preventing severe disease and death. “It’s reaching a point now with COVID, where some very obvious scientific truths based on clear-cut, very visible data are rejected by people,” Fauci said on WGBH. “When it gets in the way of the proper and appropriate response to a deadly outbreak, it becomes even more tragic.” As of Tuesday, the average of new confirmed coronavirus cases surpassed 100,000 a day again, as omicron subvariants have spread across the country. And those figures are thought to be undercounts, especially since at-home test results often go unreported. Hospitalizations are on the rise, mostly on the East Coast; on average as of Wednesday, just over 22,800 Americans are in hospitals with the coronavirus on a given day, 27% more than two weeks ago. Although each of the 1 million victims has a unique story, they leave behind a shared feeling among their loved ones, who say the lives of the dead have been pushed to the side in a country eager to get on with post-pandemic life. As it is, there is no national memorial to the people who have died, no shared remembrance, no communal place to gather or to receive a nation’s sympathy. There is only a number, a horrifying number.

The US surpasses 1 million COVID-19 deaths, the world’s highest known total

<p>In Afghanistan, the Taliban authorities have ordered the female TV presenters to cover their faces while on-air, news agency Reuters reported on Thursday (May 19) quoting an official.&nbsp;</p>

<p>Akif Mahajar, who is the spokesman for the Taliban's Ministry of Vice and Virtue, told Reuters: "Yesterday we met with media officials... they accepted our advice very happily."&nbsp;</p>

<p>As per the report, Mahajar also said that the move would be received well by Afghans which appeared to be conflicting as the Taliban's apparent return to past hardline rule has caused anger at home and abroad.&nbsp;</p>

<p>Mahajar added: "The last date for face covering for TV presenters is May 21," referring to when compliance with the new requirement should begin.&nbsp;</p>

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<p>To comply with the Taliban's "advice", Mahajar said that the female presenters could wear a medical face mask, which was been widely used during the coronavirus pandemic.&nbsp;</p>

<p>"Today (Thursday) the production department wore masks but the news office continued as usual," a local television channel's female employee told Reuters. The employee, who wished to remain anonymous also said that the Taliban official had visited the office a day before.&nbsp;</p>

<p>As reported by the Guardian, a local media official said that his station had received the order and was told it was "not up for discussion".&nbsp;</p>

<p>It has been understood that some channels have already begun implementing the new rule.&nbsp;</p>

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In Afghanistan, the Taliban authorities have ordered the female TV presenters to cover their faces while on-air, news agency Reuters reported on Thursday (May 19) quoting an official.

In Afghanistan, the Taliban authorities have ordered the female TV presenters to cover their faces while on-air, news agency Reuters reported on Thursday (May 19) quoting an official. Akif Mahajar, who is the spokesman for the Taliban's Ministry of Vice and Virtue, told Reuters: "Yesterday we met with media officials... they accepted our advice very happily." As per the report, Mahajar also said that the move would be received well by Afghans which appeared to be conflicting as the Taliban's apparent return to past hardline rule has caused anger at home and abroad. Mahajar added: "The last date for face covering for TV presenters is May 21," referring to when compliance with the new requirement should begin. ALSO READ | Afghanistan girls' school education issue linked to hijab, Taliban promises 'good news' soon To comply with the Taliban's "advice", Mahajar said that the female presenters could wear a medical face mask, which was been widely used during the coronavirus pandemic. "Today (Thursday) the production department wore masks but the news office continued as usual," a local television channel's female employee told Reuters. The employee, who wished to remain anonymous also said that the Taliban official had visited the office a day before. As reported by the Guardian, a local media official said that his station had received the order and was told it was "not up for discussion". It has been understood that some channels have already begun implementing the new rule. (With inputs from agencies) WATCH WION LIVE HERE You can now write for wionews.com and be a part of the community. Share your stories and opinions with us here.

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<p>A joint probe by popular German magazine Der Spiegel and independent Russian media outlet iStories suggests that one of the officially recognised daughters of Russian President Vladimir Putin has been living in secret luxury in Germany.&nbsp;</p>

<p>Amid the ongoing Russia-Ukraine war, Putin openly slammed pro-western Russians and said that their "mentality is there [West], not here [Russia], with our people" and even labelled them&nbsp;as "scum and traitors".&nbsp;</p>

<p>Now the latest report indicates that the 35-year-old Katerina (or Ekaterina) Tikhonova, who is a former professional dancer, has been living in secret with a man.&nbsp;</p>

<p>The report disclosed the name of the man and the Russian President might not like it.&nbsp;</p>

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<p>As per the report, Katerina has been living with 52-year-old Igor Zelensky — a surname same as the Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky, who can be considered Putin's current arch-nemesis.&nbsp;</p>

<p>Igor Zelensky is a leading professional ballet dancer and&nbsp;the former director of the Munich state ballet.&nbsp;</p>

<p>The report&nbsp;also noted that Katerina has a two-year-old daughter, probably with Igor as an anonymous source told Der Spiegel that Zelensky was "most likely a partner of Putin's daughter". However, the report didn't mention the child's name or any other details.&nbsp;</p>

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<p>The investigation also mentioned leaked flight details of Katerina, who apparently flew to Munich "more than 50 times" between 2017 and 2019 with Russian secret services guards.&nbsp;</p>

<p>The regular travel between Moscow to Munich was apparently restricted for Katerina as she faced sanctions by the West in the aftermath of Russia's decision to invade Ukraine.&nbsp;</p>

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A joint probe by popular German magazine Der Spiegel and independent Russian media outlet iStories suggests that one of the officially recognised daughters of Russian President Vladimir Putin has been living in secret luxury in Germany.

A joint probe by popular German magazine Der Spiegel and independent Russian media outlet iStories suggests that one of the officially recognised daughters of Russian President Vladimir Putin has been living in secret luxury in Germany. Amid the ongoing Russia-Ukraine war, Putin openly slammed pro-western Russians and said that their "mentality is there [West], not here [Russia], with our people" and even labelled them as "scum and traitors". Now the latest report indicates that the 35-year-old Katerina (or Ekaterina) Tikhonova, who is a former professional dancer, has been living in secret with a man. The report disclosed the name of the man and the Russian President might not like it. ALSO READ | US to send additional military aid of $100 million to help Ukraine in ongoing conflict As per the report, Katerina has been living with 52-year-old Igor Zelensky — a surname same as the Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky, who can be considered Putin's current arch-nemesis. Igor Zelensky is a leading professional ballet dancer and the former director of the Munich state ballet. The report also noted that Katerina has a two-year-old daughter, probably with Igor as an anonymous source told Der Spiegel that Zelensky was "most likely a partner of Putin's daughter". However, the report didn't mention the child's name or any other details. ALSO READ | As G7, US look to help Ukraine with aid, President Zelensky says Donbas region completely destroyed WATCH | Exclusive: Chechen leader speaks to WION on Russian invasion of Ukraine × The investigation also mentioned leaked flight details of Katerina, who apparently flew to Munich "more than 50 times" between 2017 and 2019 with Russian secret services guards. The regular travel between Moscow to Munich was apparently restricted for Katerina as she faced sanctions by the West in the aftermath of Russia's decision to invade Ukraine. WATCH WION LIVE HERE You can now write for wionews.com and be a part of the community. Share your stories and opinions with us here.

Vladimir Putin's daughter Katerina Tikhonova has been living with 'Zelensky' in secret: Report

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