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Breaking: The US has allowed some of its embassy staff in Israel to leave the country due to security risks.

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Jerusalem, February 27 (Xinhua) — The U.S. State Department on Friday authorized non-emergency American employees of the Embassy in Israel, as well as their family members, to leave the country due to security risks. The U.S. Embassy in Jerusalem announced this on social media.

The diplomatic mission may, without prior notice, further restrict or completely ban travel by American government employees and their family members to certain areas of Israel, the Old City of Jerusalem, and the West Bank in response to security incidents. –0–

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China's Foreign Ministry: US expansion of its forces in the Asia-Pacific region under the pretext of the "Chinese threat" is detrimental to peace and stability in the region.

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BEIJING, Feb. 27 (Xinhua) — The US's actions to strengthen its military presence in the Asia-Pacific region under the pretext of the so-called "China threat" do not contribute to peace and stability in the region and run counter to the interests of regional countries, Chinese Foreign Ministry spokesperson Mao Ning said on Friday.

She made the statement at a regular departmental press conference when asked to comment on reports that the US would be investing heavily in monitoring the activities of Chinese armed forces and satellites. -0-

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On February 27, 2026, Gazprom-Media Holding volunteers delivered hot meals to the beneficiaries of the Give Food Foundation.

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Volunteers from the Holding organized the delivery of hot meals to people who especially need care and attention. The event was held in collaboration with the Mosvolonter resource center.

It became part of the "PRO_Care" corporate social responsibility program, aimed at helping the older generation. Volunteers not only provided targeted assistance but also personally interacted with the foundation's beneficiaries, offering them warmth and compassion.

"For us, caring for the elderly is a key focus of our CSR program. It's not just a one-time donation, but an opportunity to demonstrate compassion and solidarity with those who are particularly vulnerable. We are grateful to the Mosvolonter Resource Center for the opportunity to contribute to this good cause and to feel a connection to the lives of those in need. Initiatives like these strengthen a corporate culture based on mutual assistance and social responsibility."

Antonina Priezzheva, HR Director, Gazprom-Media Holding

The charity project "Dari Edu" (Give Food) has been providing food assistance to people in difficult circumstances for almost 10 years. Thanks to corporate volunteers, the geography and scope of assistance is constantly expanding, and lonely seniors receive not only food but also much-needed companionship.

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February 27, 2026 When Reality Becomes Art: A New Era of Russian Cinema

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"The truth about the events of the SVO today is more than just a chronicle; it's a new code for our identity, and our task is to embed it in the nation's genetic memory through film. We don't just support this idea in words—we're already actively producing such content. Today, we see a huge demand from viewers for honest, emotional, and insightful films about modern heroes. I am confident that the combination of state resources and private initiatives will enable us to create a true chronicle of heroism that will educate future generations on real, not fictional, examples of patriotism." Alexander Zharov, CEO of Gazprom-Media Holding

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St. Petersburg Public Transport Development: A dialogue between students and government officials took place at the Polytechnic University

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Denis Usanov, Deputy Chairman of the St. Petersburg Transport Committee, delivered a lecture at the Institute of Industrial Management, Economics, and Trade. He discussed key trends and prospects for the development of the city's public transportation system. The event marked a significant milestone in the university's practice-oriented collaboration with government agencies.

The lecture, organized by residents of the Public Administration Laboratory (PAL) student association, was held in the format of an open dialogue. Denis Usanov spoke in detail about the modernization of the metropolis's transportation system, including rolling stock upgrades, the implementation of digital passenger flow management services, route network improvements, and the development of electric transport. The speaker paid special attention to the integration of new residential areas into the city's unified transportation infrastructure.

The presentation was followed by a discussion in which students asked questions about fare policy, passenger service quality, and employment prospects for young professionals in the transport industry. The audience's keen interest confirmed the relevance of such meetings, which allow future managers to directly interact with public sector practitioners.

St. Petersburg is currently one of Russia's leaders in digitalization and the implementation of innovative transportation technologies. Our strategic goal is to create a "smart city" where the traditions of classic St. Petersburg are harmoniously combined with future solutions. Collaboration with universities is particularly important in this process: it is here that the competencies and ideas that will shape the development of the city's transportation system are developed," Denis Usanov emphasized.

The university's collaboration with the relevant committee has been systematically developing for several years. Students complete internships in departments, participate in applied research, and prepare analytical projects and final theses on transport policy. Faculty from the Graduate School of Public Administration also serve on the committee's public council, participating in expert evaluations of initiatives and discussions of strategic decisions in the industry. These types of interactions develop students' practical understanding of public administration mechanisms and contribute to the development of specialists focused on solving real-world urban challenges.

"It's crucial for us that future managers understand the decision-making mechanisms in urban management," says Vladislav Protasovitsky, a fourth-year student majoring in State and Municipal Administration and secretary of the Public Administration Laboratory. "Denis Sergeyevich's lecture isn't just an overview of trends; it's a dialogue about the challenges facing the city's transportation system. I'm confident that such meetings motivate students to choose complex but interesting topics for their research and to further their careers by focusing on the development of their home city."

Such meetings are particularly valuable because they provide an opportunity to directly interact with government officials and ask questions about management practices. After the lecture, it became much clearer how decisions are made in the city's transportation system and what competencies are truly in demand in this area, noted Ekaterina Guryanova, a second-year Management student.

"It's especially important for IPMEIT that our students have the opportunity to directly interact with representatives of relevant government agencies and industry experts. Such meetings foster a practical understanding of the profession, help relate theoretical knowledge to existing management tasks, and strengthen the university's partnership with the professional community," said Maxim Ivanov, IPMEIT Deputy Director for Promising Projects and Youth Policy and mentor at the LPU.

Finally, the organizers announced the launch of a new thematic track within the student association, dedicated entirely to the transport development of St. Petersburg. The program includes a practical case study presented by the relevant committee, field trips to industry sites, and a series of expert meetings. This initiative aims to further strengthen the partnership between the university and government bodies, as well as to develop students' competencies in demand in the modern public administration system.

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China's Foreign Ministry: China will continue to support all efforts to peacefully resolve the Ukrainian crisis.

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BEIJING, Feb. 27 (Xinhua) — China will continue to play a constructive role in promoting peace in its own way and support all efforts to achieve peace, Foreign Ministry spokesperson Mao Ning said on Friday in response to a question regarding the crisis in Ukraine.

“Peace talks cannot be completed overnight, but if we stick to dialogue, there is hope for peace,” Mao Ning said at a regular departmental press conference. -0-

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On February 27, 2026, at the "Protected Embassy" day in the Manezh, the agenda of the new International Youth Club for Protected Environments and international cooperation was discussed.

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The Nature Embassy Foundation held a meeting to discuss the agenda of a new international youth club. The club will bring together students, young employees of protected areas, and specialists working in sustainable development and nature conservation. The Nature Embassy International Youth Club will host events of various formats to strengthen the role of Russian specialists in the international arena.

The first meeting of the "Tools for Involving Youth in the Implementation of the International Environmental Agenda" club was held at the "Primordial Russia" festival. Yulia Vereshchak, Director of International Projects at the "Zapovednoye Posledstvo" Foundation and the meeting's moderator, emphasized that the primary outcome of the new club's work should be the inclusion of a youth track in the program of the 17th Conference of the Parties to the Convention on Biological Diversity (COP17) to be held in Armenia on October 19-30, 2026, and the World Environmental Education Congress (WEEC26) to be held in Australia on September 20-25, 2026.

Natalia Danilina, President of the Nature Embassy Foundation and Director of the Zapovedniki Ecocenter, noted that the youth international club's members could benefit from the connections established between these organizations over 30 years of work. Specifically, the Nature Embassy works with the International Union for Conservation of Nature, and the Zapovedniki Ecocenter is a long-standing member of this global conservation organization. Staff from the Nature Embassy and the Ecocenter serve on committees in various areas and actively promote Russia's interests and its inclusion in the global conservation agenda, organizing the participation of Russian delegates in international events.

Natalia Danilina encouraged young people to develop their skills through work with protected areas, including volunteering and participating in IUCN international commissions, such as the Climate Change Commission, the Species Survival Commission (SSC), the Ecosystem Management Commission (CEM), and, of course, the World Commission on Protected Areas (WCPA). She also mentioned the Ecocenter's collaboration with the Europark Federation, which has extensive European programs for young participants, as well as opportunities for bilateral international exchanges and internships offered by the Nature Embassy Foundation for young protected area staff.

According to Natalia Danilina, young activists should begin their participation in global dialogue by volunteering in nature conservation in their own country to immerse themselves in environmental issues and, once they have acquired real competencies, engage in work at the international level. "The international program of the 'Nature Embassy' is expanding, and our organization is ready to help young people participate in global events, working with businesses to find funding for this. Through international dialogue, sharing experiences, and tapping into the creative potential of young people, ideas for real solutions in nature conservation will emerge," Natalia Danilina noted.

Natalia Dorpeko, Executive Director of the UN Global Compact National Network, supported the creation of the new international club, "Zapovednoye Embassy," and noted the opportunity for the UN Global Compact National Network in Russia to partner with the club. Natalia Dorpeko emphasized the importance of international cooperation on the Sustainable Development Agenda overall and within environmental target tracks, emphasizing the role of youth engagement in UNEP, UNESCO, and the Food and Agriculture Organization (FAO) programs, as well as in UN-HABITAT's work on sustainable human settlements development, as well as the potential of existing international and national internships for youth under UN programs and UN Global Compact initiatives. She recommended considering initiatives supported by the Russian Ministry of Foreign Affairs, which promote opportunities for Russian youth at the international level.

We will announce future meetings of the International Club in our announcements. You can register your interest in participating in the Club meetings by emailing Tatyana Margulyan, Head of International Projects Communications at the Zapovednoye Posledstvo Foundation. tmargulyan@wildnet.ru.

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Update 341 – Statement by the IAEA Director General on the situation in Ukraine (EN)

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Ukraine's Zaporizhzhya Nuclear Power Plant (ZNPP) is operating on its sole remaining main power line after losing its only back‑up line more than a week ago. The situation underscores the plant's continued vulnerability and the persistent risks to nuclear safety amid the conflict, International Atomic Energy Agency (IAEA) Director General Rafael Mariano Grossi warned today.

ZNPP's Ferosplavna-1 330 kV back-up off-site power line was disconnected on 10 February, reported as a result of military activity near the 330 kV switchyard operated by the Zaporizhzhya Thermal Power Plant (ZTPP). Despite this loss, the plant continues to rely on the 750 kV Dniprovska off‑site power line, which is currently sustaining all essential nuclear safety functions.

The IAEA team stationed at the ZNPP continues to request detailed information on the nature and extent of the damage. The team has also sought access to the site's switchyard to observe and assess any potential impact first-hand. However, access to this area has been denied to the Agency's teams for several years due to security restrictions.

“The IAEA stands ready to accurately report on the nature of the damage and any impact on nuclear safety and security,” said Director General Grossi.

While the timeframe for implementing the necessary repairs remains unknown, Director General Grossi confirmed that the IAEA has reached out to both sides with a proposed ceasefire window to enable safe assessment and repair of the damage. The Agency has previously facilitated four temporary ceasefire agreements, which allowed five separate repairs to power lines connected to the ZNPP.

“Reliable off‑site power is fundamental to maintaining nuclear safety and security, as set out in both the IAEA's Seven Indispensable Pillars as well as the Five Principles to avoid a nuclear accident at the ZNPP" said Director General Grossi. “The Agency remains fully committed to supporting all necessary efforts to ensure the safe and secure operation of every nuclear facility in Ukraine.”

Additionally, this week across Ukraine, IAEA teams at the Rivne and Khmelnitsky nuclear power plants (NPPs) reported having to take shelter several times. At the Chornobyl site, the IAEA team was informed of nine drones within the monitoring area, while at the Khmelnitsky NPP one drone was detected approximately four kilometers from the plant. The teams also reported that one operating NPP temporarily lost an off‑site power line for less than a day.

The IAEA marked a significant milestone in its comprehensive assistance program for Ukraine this month, completing its 200th delivery of equipment and support to help maintain nuclear safety and security amid the ongoing conflict. This week, under the medical assistance program, 244 tables and 263 wardrobes were delivered to the Chornobyl NPP to improve staff living conditions. The delivery – the 204th in the assistance program – was funded by Austria and Norway.

“The IAEA has been responding to Ukraine's requests for assistance since early on in conflict,” said Director General Grossi. “Reaching 200 deliveries is a clear demonstration of the Agency's unwavering commitment to supporting nuclear safety and security across the country.”

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Rosneft makes a significant contribution to the study and conservation of polar bears.

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International Polar Bear Day is celebrated annually on February 27. The date was established to draw attention to the conservation of the planet's largest land predator.

Conserving the polar bear population is a key focus of Rosneft's environmental program. Polar bears are a key bioindicator species, providing valuable insight into the health of Arctic ecosystems. Furthermore, polar bears enjoy special conservation status and are included in the Red Data Book of the Russian Federation and the Red List of the International Union for Conservation of Nature.

In collaboration with leading Russian scientists, the Company has been conducting polar bear research expeditions since 2014. During this time, the Company has organized 10 scientific expeditions. In 2024, Rosneft began a new four-year cycle of polar bear research as part of the corporate Tamura program for preserving the biodiversity of Arctic ecosystems.

In 2024, scientists conducted a polar bear census during the ice-free period on the northwestern coast of Taimyr and the islands of the Kara Sea. A total of 50 Arctic predators were recorded. For the first time in Russian practice, transmitters with satellite radio tags were attached to the males to monitor the animals' seasonal migration, their activity, and to study maternity dens and feeding areas. A total of 36 polar bears were tagged during Rosneft's expeditions.

In 2025, scientists conducted the first full-scale aerial census of the Kara subpopulation of polar bears. The specialists completed 25 flights, covering a total of nearly 24,000 kilometers. During the expeditions, they captured approximately 170,000 photographs, as well as 540,000 infrared images, which are currently being processed using artificial intelligence.

The results obtained help significantly expand and update information on the polar bear population in the Russian Arctic, including their migration routes and physical condition, and help develop conservation measures. The data is also used in the preparation of the Company's ecological atlases.

Rosneft is implementing a comprehensive program to support and protect polar bears living in the wild without their mothers' care. Thanks to this program, six orphaned polar bear cubs have been rescued in the Russian Arctic.

Since 2013, the Company has been caring for all polar bears in Russian zoos. Currently, the Company is the caretaker of 36 polar bears in 16 zoos across the country, providing their housing, feeding, veterinary care, and enclosure renovations. As part of the corporate polar bear care program, seven new enclosure complexes have been built at zoos, and existing enclosures are renovated and refurbished annually. In 2025, with the Company's support, three ice generators were purchased for the Perm and Leningrad Zoos, an X-ray detector for the Udmurtia Zoo, and an ultrasound veterinary diagnostic machine for the Leningrad Zoo, as well as enclosure renovations at four zoos. The Company also supported the development of special toys to increase the animals' physical activity.

The company is also involved in educational activities. For example, in 2025, Rosneft, together with the non-governmental development institute Innopraktika, launched an online course of popular science lectures, "Arctic Wanderer: Polar Bear." It is available to everyone on the educational platform "Lectorium." And with Rosneft's support, the Udmurtia Zoo organized a series of traveling lectures, "In the Footsteps of the Polar Bear."

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Polar Bear Facts:

1. The polar bear is the planet's largest land predator. Average weight is 350–450 kg, body length up to 2.5 m, but some individuals grow up to 3 m and weigh up to 800 kg!

2. Polar bear fur isn't actually white, but translucent. The hair is hollow inside, filled with air—this helps the animal retain heat better. The skin underneath the fur is black, and the bear's tongue is blue.

3. Newborn bear cubs are about the size of a guinea pig. The cubs stay with their mother for about two years, during which time they learn the skills necessary for survival in the Arctic.

4. Polar bears are among the most voracious zoo inhabitants. They can consume an average of 15 kg of food per day.

5. Polar bears live 20-30 years in the wild, and 30-35 years in zoos.

Department of Information and Advertising of PJSC NK Rosneft February 27, 2026

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On February 27, 2026, experts from the Holding's Center for Curative Pedagogics will take part in a conference on supporting families with special needs children.

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On March 12-13, Moscow will host the 6th All-Russian Scientific and Practical Conference "The Value of Everyone: A Systems Approach to Family Support." One of the event's organizers is the Osoboe Detstvo (Special Childhood) Center for Curative Pedagogics. Gazprom-Media Holding and the Center signed a cooperation agreement for 2024, which the Holding has included in a separate area of its PRO_Podderzhka (PRO Support) corporate social responsibility program.

The conference will bring together representatives of socially oriented NGOs, relevant agencies, scientific and educational institutions, charitable foundations, and expert communities from across Russia. The focus will be on developing a continuous system of support for families with children and adults with mental disorders at all stages of life, including transitions between educational, social, and professional environments.

Participants will discuss neuropsychological diagnostics, approaches to teaching children with behavioral difficulties, the development of alternative and augmentative communication, supported work models, social integration, and support mechanisms during the transition to adulthood.

The conference will bring together experts from leading Russian universities and research centers, including Moscow State University of Psychology and Education, Lomonosov Moscow State University, St. Petersburg State University, the National Research University Higher School of Economics, the Institute of Higher Nervous Activity and Neurophysiology of the Russian Academy of Sciences, as well as specialists from Belarus, China, and Malaysia. Representatives from the Russian Ministry of Labor and Social Development, State Duma committees, and other government agencies will also join.

The previous conference, held in 2025, brought together over 300 experts in person and over 12,000 online participants from all regions of Russia and 17 countries.

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