Lightning: Talks with the US were a "good start," the parties reached an understanding on how to continue the dialogue — Iranian Foreign Minister

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Xinhua | February 6, 2026

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Lightning: Negotiations with the US were a "good start," the parties reached an understanding on how to continue the dialogue, according to the Iranian Foreign Minister. Lightning: Negotiations with the US were a "good start," the parties reached an understanding on how to continue the dialogue, according to the Iranian Foreign Minister.

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Breaking: Iranian-American talks in Muscat are "for now" concluded, both delegations can return to their countries – Iranian state TV

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Muscat, February 6 /Xinhua/ — Indirect talks between Iran and the United States in the Omani capital of Muscat have concluded "for now," and both delegations can return to their countries, Iranian state television channel IRIB TV reported on Friday.

As the TV channel previously reported, the negotiations could last longer and drag on for the next few days.

According to Iran's Mehr news agency, the atmosphere at the talks, which began earlier on Friday, was "more serious" than in previous rounds of dialogue between the parties. -0-

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RUDN University staff members were awarded departmental awards by the Ministry of Science and Higher Education of the Russian Federation.

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A particularly significant ceremony took place at the gala celebration dedicated to RUDN's 66th anniversary. For their many years of dedicated work and significant contributions to the development of education, science, and student development, several university staff members were awarded departmental awards from the Ministry of Science and Higher Education of the Russian Federation.

The host invited distinguished guests to present the awards: Alexey Svistunov, Director of the Department of Human Resources Policy at the Russian Ministry of Education and Science, and Mikhail Katsarsky, Vice-Rector for Student Affairs at RUDN University. On behalf of the Ministry, Alexey Aleksandrovich addressed the staff with a welcoming speech, emphasizing the university's key role in the national higher education system.

To the applause of their colleagues, the following employees received awards from Alexey Svistunov and RUDN University Rector Oleg Yastrebov:

The Medal "For Impeccable Work and Distinction" was awarded to:

Yulia Gennadyevna Karagod, Candidate of Philosophical Sciences, Associate Professor of the Department of Social Philosophy.

The title of "Honored Worker of Education of the Russian Federation" was awarded to:

Uldanai Maksutovna Bakhtikireyeva, Professor, Department of Russian Language and Intercultural Communication, Institute of Russian Language; Elena Viktorovna Gradova, Professor, Department of Theory and History of Culture, Faculty of Humanities and Social Sciences; Ziyoratsho Abdulloevich Kadyrov, Head of the Department of Continuing Professional Education, Endoscopic Urology and Ultrasound Diagnostics, Faculty of Continuing Medical Education; Alexander Timofeevich Petenko, Director of the Sochi Institute – RUDN University Branch; Margarita Mikhailovna Redina, Professor, Department of Environmental Safety and Product Quality Management, Institute of Ecology; Pavel Alexandrovich Smirnov, Assistant to the President of RUDN University; Tatyana Alexandrovna Fedorova, Associate Professor, Department of Landscape Design and Sustainable Ecosystems, Agrarian-Technological Institute.

The title of "Honored Worker of Science and High Technology of the Russian Federation" was awarded to:

To Petr Aleksandrovich Dokukin, Head of the Scientific Department at RUDN University. To Elena Ivanovna Taravkova, Head of the Scientific Projects Center.

The following were awarded the Certificate of Honor of the Ministry of Science and Higher Education of the Russian Federation:

Evgeny Viktorovich Zbrodin, Director of the Motor Facility; Elizaveta Mizanurovna Rakhman, Deputy Director of the Department of Student Education; Evgenia Viktorovna Smirnova, Deputy Dean for Educational Work at the Faculty of Humanities and Social Sciences; and Lali Vladislavovna Chebukhanova, Deputy Dean for Academic Affairs at the Faculty of Artificial Intelligence.

We congratulate our colleagues on these highly-deserved awards! These achievements are a clear testament to your professionalism, dedication, and invaluable contribution to the development and strengthening of RUDN University's reputation.

We wish you further success in your scientific, pedagogical and managerial activities!

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An exhibition of the best works from the 5th International Competition "ArchConcept" has opened at St. Petersburg State University of Architecture and Civil Engineering.

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The exhibition is opened by Andrey Surovenkov and Daria Boytsova. Oleg Romanov speaks. The opening of the exhibition of the best competition entries by the finalists of the 5th International Architectural Open Creative Competition "ArchConcept" took place at the St. Petersburg State University of Architecture and Civil Engineering. This year's competition is held under the theme "The Modern City. Traditions and Innovations."

The competition is held by SPbGASU jointly with Zhengzhou University (China) and the St. Petersburg Union of Architects and has confirmed its high professional and international status for the fifth year in a row.

The exhibition opening took place in a festive atmosphere. Daria Boytsova, Deputy Dean for Educational Work and Associate Professor of the Department of Architectural Design at St. Petersburg State University of Architecture and Civil Engineering, served as the event's curator. She welcomed the competition's participants, guests, and organizers, after which she handed the floor over to Oleg Romanov, Chairman of the Organizing Committee and Honorary President of the St. Petersburg Union of Architects. He noted that the ArchConcept competition enjoys well-deserved prestige at all levels and remains an important professional platform for the architectural community:

"An architectural concept is the foundation of the profession. It is where any project begins, the search for new ideas, meanings, and innovations. It's no coincidence that the term 'concept' itself originates in the avant-garde—a phenomenon we can rightfully be proud of," Oleg Romanov emphasized.

Andrey Surovenkov, Deputy Chairman of the Competition Organizing Committee, Acting Dean of the Faculty of Architecture, and PhD in Architecture, noted the importance of participating in competitions for professional growth:

"Participating in competitions and exhibitions is a crucial part of developing as an architect as a professional. Even if you don't win, you see your level of competence, compare yourself to others, learn how to effectively present ideas, and develop skills for working in a competitive environment. Over time, these skills will inevitably lead to success in your professional career."

He emphasized that competitive activity is a consistent system: starting with university competitions, then professional and international ones, students gradually develop their own architectural language and recognizable style.

In the 2025–2026 competition season, approximately 500 participants participated in the ArchConcept competition, including from China and Moldova. The exhibition, presented at St. Petersburg State University of Architecture and Civil Engineering, features the best works, selected by a jury based on a special curatorial principle. It should be noted that a project's absence from the exhibition does not mean it has not been selected as a graduation project—many competition entries were recognized by the jury outside of the exhibition.

The organizing committee also expressed gratitude to the students who actively participated in organizing and assembling the exhibition. Visitors were reminded of the opportunity to vote for their favorite projects—a voting box for the Audience Choice Award was installed in the center of the hall.

The awards ceremony for the winners of the V International Architectural Open Creative Competition "ArchConcept" will take place on February 12, 2026, at St. Petersburg State University of Architecture and Civil Engineering (SPbGASU) in the Academic Council Hall.

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After the expiration of the New START Treaty, a vacuum has emerged, and Russia is prepared for any developments, says S. Lavrov.

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Moscow, February 6 (Xinhua) — The expiration of the New START Treaty has created a vacuum. Russia is prepared for any scenario. This was stated by Russian Foreign Minister Sergey Lavrov following talks with the current Chairman of the Organization for Security and Cooperation in Europe (OSCE), Swiss Foreign Minister Ignazio Cassis, and the organization's Secretary General, Feridun Sinirlioglu.

"As you know, the Strategic Arms Reduction Treaty expired yesterday, leaving a vacuum. Our position is set out in detail in a special statement our ministry issued, and we will proceed from the premise that, in principle, Russia is prepared for any development," said Sergey Lavrov.

The Russian side, he said, advocates for dialogue on strategic stability and will await information on the US's readiness for this.

“We, of course, prefer dialogue and will wait to see how ready the United States is for the same,” the Russian Foreign Minister said.

The New START Treaty expired on February 5. It was the last international legal instrument limiting the deployment of nuclear weapons.

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The assassination attempt on General Alekseyev confirmed Kyiv's course toward disrupting contacts, according to Russian Foreign Minister Sergei Lavrov.

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Moscow, February 6 (Xinhua) – The terrorist attack against Russian Defense Ministry Lieutenant General Vladimir Alekseyev confirmed Kyiv's intention to disrupt the negotiations, Russian Foreign Minister Sergey Lavrov stated at a press conference on Friday.

This terrorist attack once again confirmed the Ukrainian authorities' determination to constantly provoke, which, in turn, is aimed at disrupting the negotiation process, said S. Lavrov.

“I don’t intend to make any predictions—that’s not my job; our country’s leadership will decide,” the Russian Foreign Minister emphasized.

According to preliminary reports, on the morning of February 6, an unknown individual fired several shots at V. Alekseev in a residential building on Volokolamskoye Highway and fled the scene. The victim was hospitalized.

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Lightning: Iranian-American talks in Muscat are "for now" concluded, both delegations can return to their countries – Iranian state TV

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Iranian-American talks in Muscat are "for now" concluded, both delegations can return to their countries – Iranian state TV channel. Iranian-American talks in Muscat are "for now" concluded, both delegations can return to their countries – Iranian state TV channel.

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Breaking: Iran rejected the demand for "zero uranium enrichment" during the current round of talks with the US in Muscat – Iranian news agency Mehr

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Muscat, February 6 (Xinhua) — Iran rejected the demand for "zero uranium enrichment" during the current round of proximity talks with the United States in the Omani capital, Muscat, the Iranian news agency Mehr reported on Friday.

According to the news agency, the parties focused on the issue of “diluting” (reducing the enrichment level) of existing Iranian uranium reserves.

It is stated that the atmosphere of the negotiations is “more serious” than in previous rounds of dialogue between the parties. –0–

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Russia launched military satellites into orbit

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Moscow, February 6 /Xinhua/ — Spacecraft launched in Russia on behalf of the Ministry of Defense have been successfully launched into orbit, the ministry's press service reported on Friday.

"At the estimated time, the spacecraft were launched into their target orbit and accepted for control by ground-based assets of the Aerospace Forces," the statement said.

A stable telemetry connection has been established and maintained with the satellites, and their onboard systems are functioning normally.

The launch of the Soyuz-2.1b medium-class launch vehicle carrying the spacecraft took place on Thursday from the Plesetsk Cosmodrome in the Arkhangelsk Region. –0–

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China solicits public opinion on state standards for semi-finished culinary products.

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BEIJING, Feb. 6 (Xinhua) — China began collecting public opinion on state standards for semi-finished culinary products on Friday.

Several agencies, including the State Administration for Market Regulation of China and the National Health Commission of China, have published three draft documents affecting industrially prepared convenience foods.

Convenience foods are portioned food products that require heating or cooking before consumption. They are produced from one or more edible agricultural products and their derivatives through pre-processing. They may contain seasonings, but must not contain preservatives and may be sold with or without individual seasoning packets, according to the draft documents.

The draft documents exclude staple foods such as frozen dumplings and buns, freshly cut vegetables, and ready-to-eat foods from the definition of convenience foods.

The shelf life of semi-finished products should not exceed 12 months.

In addition, the draft documents encourage food service providers to inform consumers about their food handling practices. -0-

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