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Marat Khusnullin: By decision of the government commission, DOM.RF will provide investors with an additional 37 hectares of land in 14 regions.

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Following a meeting of the Government Commission on Improving the Efficiency of Federal Property Use and Territorial Development, DOM.RF received management of an additional 37 hectares of land and over 47,000 square meters of buildings and structures in 14 regions of Russia. This was announced by Marat Khusnullin, Deputy Prime Minister and Chairman of the Supervisory Board of DOM.RF.

"The transfer of inefficiently used federal assets to DOM.RF is a consistent step toward integrating them into economic circulation. Our goal is to create the conditions for the implementation of specific, in-demand projects, whether housing, social facilities, production, or other initiatives important to the regions. This work is carried out transparently, through public tenders, which ensures fair competition. Thus, by decision of the Government Commission for Improving the Efficiency of Federal Property Use and Territorial Development, DOM.RF received an additional 37 hectares of land and over 47,000 square meters of real estate for management. It is important that every decision of the commission contributes to the development of the regions within the framework of the national project 'Infrastructure for Life,'" said Marat Khusnullin.

Following completion of the necessary preparatory procedures, these assets will be offered to investors for the placement and construction of various facilities. The transferred territories include land plots for residential construction with a total area of 4.3 hectares in the Tyva Republic, Stavropol Krai, Yamalo-Nenets Autonomous Okrug, and Moscow Oblast. These plots have the potential to accommodate 36,000 square meters of housing. The largest housing project is planned for Stavropol Krai, where 14,800 square meters of housing are planned for construction on a 1.28-hectare plot.

The new asset portfolio places particular emphasis on cultural heritage sites. Among the lots up for auction are two historic buildings: a house in Irkutsk built in 1890, associated with Anton Chekhov, who stayed there on his way to Sakhalin, and the Benkovskys' house (last quarter of the 19th century) in Kursk. Investors who commit to restoring these buildings will be able to take advantage of preferential financing for restoration and modernization under a program operated by DOM.RF. This will help preserve these unique architectural monuments while adapting them for modern use.

"Working together with the Russian Government allows us to renew entire cities and territories. This results not only in an improved urban environment and the emergence of new neighborhoods, but also in expanded opportunities for small and medium-sized businesses, especially in smaller towns and other populated areas," noted Denis Filippov, Deputy General Director of DOM.RF.

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Marat Khusnullin: Since 2021, approximately 9 million square meters of housing have been commissioned in the Volga Federal District thanks to infrastructure loans.

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Residential complex in the Chuvash Republic.

In the Volga Federal District, which comprises 14 regions, infrastructure development continues with the use of infrastructure budget loans (IBK), special treasury loans (STL), and treasury infrastructure loans (TIL). These financial support mechanisms help create and upgrade utilities, social infrastructure, road infrastructure, transport infrastructure, and tourism infrastructure, which drives overall regional development.

"Over the years, the infrastructure loan program has become extremely popular in our country's regions. The allocated funds support the construction and renovation of facilities vital to residents, as well as the development of territories. For example, projects implemented in the Volga Federal District since 2021 have contributed to the commissioning of 8.8 million square meters of housing, the attraction of approximately 534 billion rubles in extra-budgetary investment, and the creation of 32,200 jobs. The largest volume of housing commissioned thanks to infrastructure loans was in the Republic of Tatarstan (4.6 million square meters), the Penza Region (1.15 million square meters), and the Perm Krai (816,000 square meters)," said Deputy Prime Minister Marat Khusnullin.

According to First Deputy Minister of Construction and Housing and Public Utilities Alexander Lomakin, a total of 447 projects and events are planned to be completed in the Volga Federal District using funds from the IBC, SKK, and KIK.

"Since 2021, 154 projects and activities have been completed. These include the Tolyatti bypass with a bridge crossing over the Volga River as part of the Europe-Western China international transport route, the Alekseyevskoye-Almetyevsk road in the Republic of Tatarstan, and the first phase of construction of the Stolypin Industrial Park in the Saratov Region, including the creation of the necessary engineering infrastructure and the construction of the road with sidewalks. Furthermore, the delivery of new public transport has been fully completed—the regions have received 1,469 buses thanks to the SCC," noted Alexander Lomakin.

Implementation of projects financed by infrastructure loans continues – approximately 300 projects and activities are underway in the Volga Federal District, including the construction of the main sewage pumping station in Neftekamsk in the Republic of Bashkortostan.

Vasily Kupyzin, CEO of the Territorial Development Fund, noted that the Volga Federal District's government commission on regional development also approved treasury infrastructure loans totaling 63.09 billion rubles in 2025.

"Under the housing and utilities caps, 45.03 billion rubles have been distributed among the constituent entities of the Volga Federal District for 214 projects and activities. Moreover, six utility infrastructure projects have already been commissioned in the Penza Region. Another 21.7 billion rubles have been approved for 31 projects through the KIK tender. In accordance with the instructions of the President of Russia, 1.4 billion rubles have been approved for the purchase of public transport," said Vasily Kupyzin.

The Ministry of Construction oversees the infrastructure loan program. The Territorial Development Fund participates in the project implementation.

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Financial news: 02/09/2026, 17-04 (Moscow time) the values of the upper limit of the price corridor and the range of market risk assessment for security RU000A108UR9 (RESOLiBP26) were changed.

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February 9, 2026

17:04

In accordance with the Methodology for determining the risk parameters of the stock market and deposit market of PJSC Moscow Exchange by the NCC (JSC) on 09.02.2026, 17-04 (Moscow time), the values of the upper limit of the price corridor (up to 128.64) and the range of market risk assessment (up to 1474.15 rubles, equivalent to a rate of 37.5%) of the security RU000A108UR9 (RESOLiBP26) were changed.

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February 3, 2026: 23 years in the world of cruising! Infoflot Cruise Center's birthday! A cruise and 23,000 bonus points are waiting for you in a drawing.

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Dear friends,

February 3rd is a special date for us. Infoflot Cruise Center is celebrating its 23rd birthday!

All these years, we have been discovering the amazing world of cruises together, with unique routes and a wide variety of destinations across Russia and the world.

We are truly grateful for your trust and for sharing our love of cruising. You are our greatest inspiration.

In honor of our shared holiday, we've prepared special gifts for you. May this year be full of new discoveries with Infoflot!

Cruise raffle

Anyone who purchased any cruise at the Infoflot cruise center from February 3, 2025 to March 3, 2026 (inclusive) is eligible to participate:

The main prize is a 6-day cruise from May 4 to May 9, 2026 On the cruise ship "City Lights," in the "Junior Suite B" cabin on the middle deck. 2nd and 3rd places – 5-day cruise from October 3 to 7, 2026 on the ship "The Little Prince" in cabin "A2 Comfort" on the main deck.

The drawing will take place live in our VKontakte group on March 4, 2026. The winner will be determined using a randomizer.

Important: To participate in the drawing, your order status must be “Paid” (only 100% paid orders will be entered into the drawing).

23,000 bonus points as a gift

Bonus points will be awarded to everyone who is already a member of the Cruise Lovers Club or who joins it before 11:59 PM (Moscow time) on February 3, 2026.

The gift points will not expire and you can use them to partially pay for your future travel.

1 ruble = 10 points.

JOIN THE CRUISE LOVER'S CLUB

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February 9, 2026. Choir, orchestra, and unique acoustics: how the Alexandrov Ensemble is being recorded at Mosfilm. A large-scale recording session for the A.V. Alexandrov Academic Song and Dance Ensemble of the Russian Army took place at Mosfilm's 1st Music Studio—the only one in the world capable of simultaneously accommodating and recording a combined choir and a full symphony orchestra.

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February 9, 2026

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A large-scale recording session for the A.V. Alexandrov Academic Song and Dance Ensemble of the Russian Army took place at Mosfilm's 1st Music Studio—the only one in the world capable of simultaneously accommodating and recording a combined choir and a full symphony orchestra.

The musicians and vocalists of the renowned ensemble, under the direction of artistic director Colonel Gennady Sachenyuk and principal choirmaster Vladimir Krotov, worked to expand their "golden collection." The program included both the ensemble's classics and new works created in a contemporary context. This recording, made possible by the unique technical capabilities of Mosfilm Studio One, will become a cultural legacy for future generations.

Studio work for the Alexandrov Academic Ensemble is always a special occasion. Unlike a concert performance, where the energetic exchange with the audience creates a unique yet momentary magic, a studio recording is a permanent record of sound. As the ensemble's principal choirmaster, Vladimir Krotov, emphasized, such work requires maximum concentration, inner energy, and a deep immersion in the essence of the work.

"Here, we need maximum energy, maximum attention, maximum content, maximum character in the song," Vladimir Krotov noted. "Here, there's more internal content; the performers must have this internal energy!"

Around 70 choir members were involved in the recording process at Mosfilm Studio 1. As Vladimir Krotov noted, all the performers in the ensemble are top performers, and the lineup varies depending on the tasks and locations.

The session's program was packed, featuring both time-tested classics and new works. One of the key pieces of the first day was the celebrated "Ballad of a Soldier," a piece that has become a hallmark of the Alexandrovtsy since Soviet times and is a treasured possession of the ensemble. This deeply lyrical and patriotic composition, crafted in the ensemble's unique style, remains undiminished by the years, according to the ensemble. As the ensemble notes, the power and relevance of this music and its lyrics, which tell the story of a soldier's fate, love for the Motherland, and sacrifice, have not diminished.

The second set of recordings, on February 9, was dedicated to a monumental work—the finale of Pyotr Ilyich Tchaikovsky's cantata "Moscow." This work also has a rich history within the ensemble: its arrangement for the specific "Alexander" lineup was created under Alexander Vasilyevich Alexandrov. The original score for symphony orchestra, mixed choir, and soloists (baritone and soprano) was masterfully re-orchestrated to accommodate the ensemble's unique timbres—balalaikas, domras, and button accordions—while retaining the classical brass section.

Opera stars were invited to perform the solo parts: the soprano part was performed by renowned singer Agunda Kulaeva, and the baritone part by the Ensemble's own soloist, Maxim Maklakov. This large-scale recording involved approximately 90 male choir members, 20 female choir members, and approximately 50 orchestral musicians.

"Working at Mosfilm has become a good and fruitful tradition for our team. We always feel very comfortable, happy, and warm here," noted the ensemble's artistic director, Colonel Gennady Sachenyuk.

The ensemble's management and performers expressed special gratitude to the sound engineering team at Studio One. Working with such a large and acoustically complex ensemble, where the choir, soloists, and dozens of folk and wind instruments must be perfectly balanced, is a task of the highest professional level. Mosfilm's sound engineers, and in particular Gennady Papin, who has collaborated with the ensemble for many years, possess invaluable experience and a deep understanding of the specifics of the "Alexandrov" sound.

"There are amazing professionals here," noted Gennady Sachenyuk. "They know the ropes, how to record us… You don't need to explain anything to them anymore; they know everything perfectly, they hear perfectly, it's wonderful."

As choirmaster Vladimir Krotov noted, by recording classics and creating new works dedicated to contemporary events, both lyrical and patriotic, the Ensemble continues to chronicle its history. And it does so in a venue that, in its technical and acoustic qualities, is unparalleled anywhere in the world.

Mosfilm's 1st Music Studio is the only one in the world capable of physically accommodating and accurately recording over 160 performers simultaneously: a full symphony orchestra and a combined choir. Its unique dimensions, specially designed architecture, and premium equipment allow for unrivaled clarity, depth, and spaciousness of sound. Only here can such a large-scale recording be accomplished without sacrificing quality, while preserving the vibrant, unified spirit of the ensemble.

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All Israeli settlements in the occupied West Bank are legally null and void, says UN Secretary General

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UN, Feb. 9 (Xinhua) — UN Secretary-General Antonio Guterres on Monday reiterated that all Israeli settlements in the occupied West Bank, including East Jerusalem, and their associated administrative regime and infrastructure are legally null and void and constitute a grave violation of international law.

According to a statement from A. Guterres' spokesman, Stephane Dujarric, the UN Secretary-General is gravely concerned by the Israeli Security Cabinet's decision to authorize a series of administrative and coercive measures in Areas A and B of the occupied West Bank.

“He /A. Guterres/ warns that the current trajectory of events on the ground, including this decision, undermines the prospects for a two-state solution,” emphasized S. Dujarric.

“Such actions, including Israel’s continued presence in the Occupied Palestinian Territory, are not only destabilizing but, as the International Court of Justice has recalled, illegal,” the statement said.

It also states that the Secretary-General calls on Israel to reverse these measures and on all parties involved to maintain the only path to lasting peace through the implementation of a negotiated two-state solution in accordance with UN Security Council resolutions and international law. –0–

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Hong Kong: UN human rights chief calls for release of media mogul Jimmy Lai

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February 9, 2026 Human rights

UN High Commissioner for Human Rights Volker Türk sharply criticized the sentence handed down Monday to 78-year-old media mogul Jimmy Lai. A Hong Kong court sentenced him to 20 years in prison on national security charges.

In December 2025, Lai was found guilty of "conspiracy to publish inflammatory materials" and two counts of "colluding with foreign forces" under the National Security Law. Lai denies all charges.

UN: Sentence criminalizes freedom of expression

The Office of the United Nations High Commissioner for Human Rights (OHCHR) stated that it had reviewed the verdict and was concerned that it effectively criminalized the exercise of internationally protected freedoms of expression, press, and association. OHCHR was particularly concerned that the charges were based on actions committed before the entry into force of the National Security Law.

The Office has previously warned that the law's overly broad definition of "collusion with external forces" could affect the legitimate activities of civil society and journalists, including interaction with international human rights mechanisms.

"Jimmy Lai is a publisher sentenced to 20 years in prison for exercising rights protected by international law," Türk said. "This verdict demonstrates that vague and overly broad provisions of national security legislation can be applied in violation of Hong Kong's international obligations. The sentence must be immediately overturned as incompatible with international law."

The OHCHR chief also called for Lai's release on humanitarian grounds, given his age, health condition and more than four years of detention.

Press freedom in Hong Kong is deteriorating.

Volker Türk also expressed concern that the judgment mentioned the interaction of other individuals with UN mechanisms as "a context that contributed to the admission of guilt."

Since the enactment of the National Security Law, press freedom in Hong Kong has deteriorated sharply. Many independent media outlets have closed, dozens of journalists have been arrested, and foreign reporters have faced stricter visa and accreditation requirements.

"This is part of a broader repressive trend in which hundreds of people have been arrested and prosecuted," Türk stressed.

Other sentences and statistics

Along with Lai, six other former employees of Apple Daily, a publication he owned, as well as an activist and a lawyer, were convicted on Monday. They received sentences ranging from six to ten years.

According to media reports citing official sources, at least 385 people were arrested in Hong Kong on national security charges between 2020 and 2026, 175 of whom were convicted.

Call for legislative reform

The High Commissioner reiterated his call for the release of all individuals arbitrarily detained under repressive laws, and for their cases to be quashed or reviewed in accordance with international standards. He reaffirmed his commitment to working with the Hong Kong authorities to bring the legislative framework into line with international law, including the International Covenant on Civil and Political Rights, which remains in effect in Hong Kong.

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The EU condemned Israel's moves to tighten its grip on the West Bank.

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Brussels, Feb. 9 (Xinhua) — European Commission spokesman Anwar al-Anuni on Monday condemned Israel's recent measures aimed at tightening its grip on the West Bank and "clearing the way" for settlement expansion.

Speaking at a press briefing, A. al-Anuni stated that the European Union "condemns the recent decisions by the Israeli Security Cabinet to expand Israeli control over the West Bank." A European Commission spokesperson called this "another step in the wrong direction."

According to local media, Israel's security cabinet on Sunday approved decisions to strengthen Israeli control over the occupied West Bank and expand Jewish settlements there.

Among the controversial decisions are the repeal of a law that banned the sale of land in the West Bank to Jews, passed during the time of Jordanian control of the region, and the removal of the requirement for special permits for transactions. –0–

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There is no reason to talk about launching a negotiation process between Russia and the United States on a new agreement that could replace the New START Treaty, according to the Russian Deputy Foreign Minister.

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Moscow, February 9 /Xinhua/ — There are no grounds to discuss the launch of negotiations between Russia and the United States on a new agreement that could replace the New Strategic Arms Reduction Treaty (START), TASS reported on Monday, citing Russian Deputy Foreign Minister Sergei Ryabkov, who arrived in the Indian capital, New Delhi, to participate in the first BRICS Sherpa meeting under India's chairmanship.

"I cannot confirm the existence of such an agreement," Sergei Ryabkov stated, answering journalists' questions. "We regret that the US administration views the New START Treaty, which has unfortunately become a thing of the past, as something that does not suit the United States of America and requires its replacement with something else."

"There is currently no basis for discussing the launch of such a negotiation process," the Russian Deputy Foreign Minister emphasized, adding that US policy toward Russia requires improvement. "When this happens, the preconditions for launching a corresponding dialogue will emerge," he added.

The New START Treaty was signed by Russia and the United States in 2010 and entered into force on February 5, 2011, with an initial term of 10 years. Under the treaty, the parties were obligated to reduce the number of deployed nuclear warheads and their delivery systems. The document was subsequently extended until February 5, 2026. –0–

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Passenger traffic at Georgian airports increased by 16 percent in January.

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Tbilisi, February 9 /Xinhua/ — In January 2026, passenger traffic at Georgian airports increased by 16 percent compared to the same period last year, the Georgian Ministry of Economy and Sustainable Development reported on Monday.

During the reporting period, 2,873 flights were operated at Georgian airports, 16.17 percent more than in January 2025. The total number of passengers served amounted to 613,933.

The volume of cargo transported by air reached 3,147.16 tons, an increase of 38.75 percent year-on-year. Overall, 24,387 departures, arrivals, and transit flights were recorded at Georgian airports in the first month of 2026. –0–

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