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The European Union is considering introducing "tough" sanctions against Iran after the suppression of protests.

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Source: People's Republic of China – State Council News

Brussels, January 12 (Xinhua) — The European Union is considering imposing additional sanctions against Iran following the violent suppression of protests in the country, EU Foreign Affairs and Security Policy Spokesman Anwar al-Anuni said on Monday.

"We are shocked by the reports of casualties… We are ready to propose new, tougher sanctions following the violent suppression of protesters," A. al-Anuni said at a press conference.

An EU official said the EU already has a “tailor-made framework” targeting those responsible for serious human rights violations and abuses in Iran, and that a number of entities and individuals have been added to the list over the years.

According to A. al-Anuni, the EU has extended sanctions to Iran's Islamic Revolutionary Guard Corps (IRGC) related to its development of weapons of mass destruction. This measure includes freezing the IRGC's assets in the EU and prohibiting the provision of financial resources and economic resources to it. Relevant individuals and entities have also been included in the sanctions list.

A. al-Anuni added that the Iranian issue will be discussed at the extraordinary meeting of the EU Foreign Affairs Council scheduled for January 29. The adoption of a new sanctions package will require unanimous approval by member states in the EU Council.

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The death toll from the fire in the Indian state of Himachal Pradesh is likely to rise to 10 people.

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New Delhi, January 12 (Xinhua) — The death toll from a fire that broke out early Monday morning in the mountainous state of Himachal Pradesh in northern India is expected to rise to 10, a local official said by telephone.

The three-story residential building, mostly made of wood, caught fire and then collapsed, trapping all 10 people inside, belonging to two different families from Nepal.

The victims were sleeping when the fire started. Among the dead were five women and one child.

The fire broke out in Arki area of Solan district, about 38 km west of Shimla, the capital of Himachal Pradesh. –0–

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The one-China principle is the political foundation of China-Africa relations, according to the Chinese Foreign Ministry.

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Beijing, January 12 (Xinhua) — The one-China principle is the universal consensus of the international community, the basic norm of international relations, and the political foundation of China-Africa ties, Chinese Foreign Ministry spokesperson Mao Ning said on Monday.

Mao Ning made the statement at a regular press briefing in response to a request to comment on the Taiwanese administration's statements on the one-China principle mentioned in the joint press release of the 9th round of the China-African Union (AU) strategic dialogue.

As the Chinese Foreign Ministry spokesperson pointed out, the joint press release fully and accurately reflects the African side's consistent and clear position on the Taiwan issue.

Mao Ning quoted AU Commission Chairman Mahmoud Ali Yusuf as saying in a recent interview: “We will always be on the Chinese side on the one-China principle.”

The Chinese diplomat recalled that the Beijing Declaration was adopted at the 2024 Beijing Summit of the Forum on China-Africa Cooperation. Participating African countries and the AU Commission reaffirmed their firm support for the one-China principle, emphasizing that there is only one China, Taiwan is an inalienable part of Chinese territory, and the government of the People's Republic of China is the sole legitimate government representing all of China. Those present also expressed support for China's efforts to achieve national reunification.

“We urge the Taiwan administration to face reality and stop its self-deprecating and clumsy political show,” Mao Ning emphasized. –0–

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January 12, 2026 Let's celebrate the Old New Year in an environmentally friendly way!

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Source: Ecology Foundation

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It's the first workday after the holidays, but the festive spirit is still in the air—Old New Year is just around the corner! For some, it's a time of coziness and lights, including sparklers.

Although sparklers are classified as Class I pyrotechnics, their use still leaves traces in the environment. Parts of partially burned materials, metal wires, and paper wrappers—all of these can end up in the snow, on the ground, and eventually in bodies of water.

Litter is especially noticeable in areas where people most often celebrate and light such lights, such as courtyards, parks, and natural areas. Snow and leaves trap small particles that take a long time to decompose, and wind and meltwater spread them further. Even if the lights initially appear harmless, they still become part of the city's trash.

So, if you're looking to add some light and warmth to your Old New Year's celebration, consider more eco-friendly options, like natural wax candles. They're no less beautiful, just better for the planet.

Let the Old New Year be cozy, beautiful and eco-friendly.

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UN chief 'appalled' by reports of excessive use of force against protesters in Iran

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January 11, 2026 Human rights

UN Secretary-General António Guterres said he was appalled by reports of violence and excessive use of force against protesters across Iran. He called on the country's authorities to exercise restraint and immediately restore communications.

"All Iranians must be able to peacefully and safely express their demands and grievances," the Secretary-General's spokesperson said in a statement released Sunday. "The rights to freedom of expression, association, and peaceful assembly, as enshrined in international law, must be fully respected and protected."

The Secretary-General called on the Iranian authorities to exercise maximum restraint and avoid unnecessary or disproportionate use of force. He also emphasized the need to take measures to ensure the population's access to information, including restoring communications.

Internet and mobile phone service were shut down in Iran on the evening of January 8, severely limiting access to information amid escalating violence. Protests began on December 28 after the sudden collapse of Iran's national currency and have since spread to at least 46 cities across the country. Dozens of people, including at least five children, have reportedly been killed, and many more injured. Iran's parliament also reported security forces fatalities.

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10 people died in a road accident in northern Libya.

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TRIPOLI, January 12 (Xinhua) — Ten people were killed early Monday morning in a traffic accident on a coastal highway in the northern Libyan city of Sirte, local authorities said.

According to a statement from the local traffic and licensing department, two Mercedes Vito minivans collided between the El-Hisha and El-Wishka districts.

One of them had nine passengers, and the other had only the driver. After the collision, both vehicles caught fire.

According to the statement, nine of the victims were passengers in the first minivan, and the tenth person to die was the driver of the second vehicle.

A preliminary investigation by the Misrata Traffic Department has revealed that the accident was caused by speeding and possibly one of the drivers falling asleep at the wheel.

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More than 1,000 military equipment samples will be tested at the front in 2025, according to First Deputy Prime Minister of the Russian Federation D. Manturov.

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Moscow, January 12 (Xinhua) — More than 1,000 new and upgraded military equipment have been tested on the front lines in 2025, Russian First Deputy Prime Minister Denis Manturov said Monday at a meeting with Russian President Vladimir Putin.

According to Vladimir Putin, the manufacturing sectors of the Russian industry “have demonstrated good results for 2025.”

D. Manturov noted that the Russian satellite constellation “increased its number from 288 to 300 spacecraft” by 2025.

According to him, the state corporation Roscosmos carried out 17 launches of space rockets last year.

The First Deputy Prime Minister of the Russian government singled out the launch of the Angara-A5 rocket from the Plesetsk Cosmodrome. "It launched a satellite for the Ministry of Defense into geostationary orbit. I can say that previously we could only perform such missions from the Baikonur Cosmodrome."

The next stage, according to D. Manturov, will be the large-scale use of the Angara from the Vostochny Cosmodrome, including for tasks related to the Russian orbital station, and subsequently for manned spaceflight and for carrying out lunar missions, which are reflected in the national program, the national project "Cosmos."

While the peak volume of Russian arms exports before 2022 was $55 billion, it has now reached $70 billion under signed contracts. "This is a record," the First Deputy Prime Minister emphasized.

Starting in 2026, Russia will begin providing Earth remote sensing imagery services in a new way, he added. –0–

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On January 12, 2026, Cheburashka 2 topped the Russian box office during the New Year holidays.

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The family blockbuster's box office receipts have already reached 5 billion rubles. The film was seen by 9.3 million viewers* during the winter holidays.

The film also became a record holder:

The highest pre-sales, the fastest billion-dollar film in the Russian box office, the highest first day, and the highest daily revenue.

Starring: Sergey Garmash, Elena Yakovleva, Olga Kuzmina, Fyodor Dobronravov, Polina Maksimova, Sergey Lavigin, Dmitry Lysenkov, and others. Directed by Dmitry Dyachenko.

"Cheburashka 2" was released on January 1st. The film's distributor is Central Partnership (part of Gazprom-Media Holding).

* according to EAIS data

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The RUDN University team won gold at the anatomy Olympiad "From Vesalius to Pirogov"

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Source: Peoples'Friendship University of Russia

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RUDN University medical students won the Second International Anatomical and Surgical Olympiad for English-speaking students, "From Vesalius to Pirogov." In a close competition with teams from 10 medical universities across Russia and the CIS, represented by 12 teams of junior and senior students, our university team took first place in the "Operative Surgery with Topographic Anatomy" category.

The RUDN University team consisted of fourth-year students majoring in General Medicine, representing various countries:

Ezemenahi Uchenna Charles (Nigeria); Gumgna Samen Boris Labon (Cameroon); Ogunjobi Mercy Temiloluwa (Nigeria); Zarei Puria (Iran).

The students were trained by Ilya Kurikhin, an assistant at the I.D. Kirpatovsky Department of Operative Surgery and Clinical Anatomy, and Nzhang Livingston Nge, a graduate of the RUDN University Medical Institute.

Competitive tests

The Olympiad aims to integrate international students into the international educational environment and develop their clinical thinking. All stages—from intellectual quizzes to complex practical assignments—were conducted in English. The in-person stage at Reaviz Medical University proved a true challenge.

The teams had to go through a series of intense competitions:

The intellectual "Joint Game" with a time limit for response; working with exhibits in the "Anatomical Museum"; tying surgical knots for speed; applying an intestinal suture (anastomosis); solving complex clinical problems using knowledge of topographic anatomy.

This comprehensive approach allowed us to evaluate not only the depth of theoretical knowledge, but also practical skills, decision-making speed, and teamwork in conditions as close as possible to real surgical practice.

An Inside Look: Impressions of the Winners

"We were impressed by the level of preparation of the other teams: everyone demonstrated a very high knowledge of anatomy and an understanding of surgical principles. The most challenging was "Jealous Game"—we were given just one minute to answer very complex questions. The most interesting was the intestinal anastomosis; it was a test of practical skills, and we were well prepared," noted Charles Ezemenahi Uchenna.

"I remember the surgical stage very well: it was a rare chance to try my hand at practice and feel how important it is to be careful," added Puria Zarei.

"I enjoyed working with our team. This wasn't just an Olympiad—it was the beginning of a long journey. I hope we can maintain this level in the future. I had a great time communicating with the team from Ural State University. We exchanged contacts. They were well prepared for the Olympiad, and I appreciated their focus," shared Boris Labon Gumgna Samen.

"The main impression is that I want more. My only wish for the future is for there to be more such practical, 'live' assignments. They provide the most invaluable experience and bring us closer to real surgery," said Mercy Temiloluwa Ogunjobi.

The students also praised the friendly yet exciting atmosphere of the competition. Ilya Kurikhin, the team's mentor, emphasized the practical nature of the Olympiad.

"Our students had to learn to solve unexpected, complex clinical problems, in which high-quality and quick navigation of educational materials is only part of the success," emphasized Ilya Kurikhin.

The boys' second mentor noted the uniqueness of the competition.

"I assisted the team with consultations during the distance learning stage, when one of the assignments was to create and edit a training video on a 3D atlas for femoral artery ligation. I was invited to help precisely because, as a student, I frequently participated in national and international competitions. The students were well prepared, but I have nothing to compare it to, as this is a unique competition: it's conducted entirely in English, and only for students from outside Russia. Some of the competitions are unusual, and I've never seen such requirements before," said Njang Livingston Nge.

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On January 12, 2026, Prostokvashino grossed 2 billion rubles at the box office and became one of the main films of the New Year holidays.

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The family film "Prostokvashino" surpassed the 2 billion ruble box office mark and attracted over 4 million moviegoers, according to the Unified Automated Information System (UAIS). Following the New Year holidays, the film became the second most popular holiday film and the highest-grossing project in the history of the Andreasyan Brothers Film Company.

The film was released on January 1st and maintained a strong box office position throughout the holiday season, demonstrating the continued interest of family audiences across the country. The project was produced by the Andreasyan brothers' film company in partnership with Gazprom-Media Holding, Soyuzmultfilm, and the TNT television channel.

The story centers on a boy nicknamed Uncle Fyodor, who, along with his cat Matroskin and dog Sharik, travels to the village of Prostokvashino, where adventures, trials, and important discoveries await. The film stars Pavel Priluchny, Liza Moryak, Ivan Okhlobystin, Roman Pankov, Vladimir Sychev, Timur Batrutdinov, Tatyana Orlova, and other popular actors. Anton Tabakov, Pavel Derevyanko, Daria Blokhina, and others voiced the animated characters.

"Two billion rubles in box office receipts and four million satisfied moviegoers are, above all, a sign of audience trust. We're grateful to viewers for choosing Prostokvashino during the New Year holidays and spending time with our characters. This result is proof that we're doing the right thing with large-scale family projects. And we don't intend to stop: right now, while the rest of the country is on holiday, we're already working on new films so that our audiences can soon see Umka, the sequel to The Wizard of Oz, and countless other heartwarming yet thoroughly modern family stories."

Tina Kandelaki, Deputy General Director of Gazprom-Media Holding

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