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It would be "reasonable" for N. Maduro to resign, says D. Trump

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WASHINGTON, Dec. 23 (Xinhua) — U.S. President Donald Trump said on Monday that it would be "wise" for Venezuelan President Nicolas Maduro to resign.

"It's up to him what he wants to do. I think it would be wise for him to do that," Trump said, answering reporters' questions about whether the goal is to force Maduro to step down, at his Mar-a-Lago estate in Florida.

"If he plays hard, it will be the last time he can play hard," he added.

D. Trump also confirmed that the United States pursued a sanctioned tanker last weekend.

The US Coast Guard is "actively pursuing" the oil tanker Bella 1 in international waters off the coast of Venezuela, according to US media reports on Sunday.

On Monday, the New York Times reported that the tanker had disappeared into the Atlantic Ocean. If seized, it would be the third oil tanker seized by the United States off the coast of Venezuela in less than two weeks.

Last week, Trump ordered a "total and complete blockade" of all oil tankers subject to US sanctions traveling to or from Venezuela and declared the Maduro government a foreign terrorist organization.

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Missile program aimed at protecting national sovereignty is 'non-negotiable' – Iran

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Tehran, December 23 (Xinhua) — Iran's missile program was developed to protect the country's sovereignty and is "non-negotiable," Foreign Ministry spokesman Esmail Baghaei said at a weekly press conference on Monday.

The diplomat thus responded to a question about whether recent reports in the American media about Israel's plans to prepare the ground for a possible new military action against Iran were aimed at forcing the Islamic Republic to agree to negotiations on its missile program.

Citing anonymous sources, NBC News reported on Saturday that at a meeting later in December, Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu will try to convince US President Donald Trump that "the expansion of Iran's ballistic missile program poses a threat that may require swift action."

"Iran's missile program was developed solely to protect the country's sovereignty and is, in essence, not subject to negotiation. Iran's defense capabilities are designed to prevent aggressors from conceiving of an attack on the country and are in no way subject to negotiation or bargaining," stated E. Baghaei.

He criticized the West's "blatant hypocrisy" regarding Iran's missile capabilities, stressing that Western powers and Israel are trying to portray the Islamic Republic's missile program as a threat, while supplying Israel with large quantities of weapons. –0–

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China and the DRC strengthen cooperation in vocational education

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Kinshasa, Dec. 23 (Xinhua) — A China-Congo conference on vocational education was held in Kinshasa, capital of the Democratic Republic of Congo (DRC), on Monday, aiming to strengthen bilateral cooperation.

In his speech, the Minister of State and Minister of Vocational Education of the DRC, Marc Ekila Likombio, stated that vocational education plays a key role in promoting the country's industrialization and increasing youth employment.

According to him, the DRC is ready to strengthen cooperation with China in this area, drawing on China's experience in technical training, professional skills development, and partnerships between educational institutions and enterprises.

Chinese Ambassador to Kinshasa Zhao Bin noted that the DRC is at a key stage of socioeconomic transformation, with demand for skilled technical workers growing. China places great importance on cooperation with the DRC in vocational education and will continue to adapt training programs to local needs, particularly in infrastructure, mining, agriculture, healthcare, and information technology, he added.

Pointing to the tangible results of practical cooperation between China and the DRC, the diplomat noted that Chinese companies have created more than 100,000 jobs in the African country and implemented corporate social responsibility projects that have benefited more than 300 local communities.

China hopes to take this event as an opportunity to further deepen cooperation in vocational education and trade to benefit the peoples of both countries, Zhao Bin added.

The conference was attended by representatives of government, business and educational circles from both countries, as well as more than 800 Congolese students. –0–

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The volume of radioactive water discharged from the Fukushima-1 nuclear power plant has exceeded 130 thousand tons.

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Tokyo, Dec. 23 (Xinhua) — Japan's TEPCO (Tokyo Electric Power Company) said Monday it has completed the 17th stage of releasing radioactively contaminated water from the Fukushima Daiichi nuclear power plant into the ocean.

Despite concerns and protests from the international community, Japan unilaterally began dumping in August 2023. Including stage 17, the total volume of water discharged reached approximately 133,000 tons.

The final stage of the discharge began on December 4. Work was suspended after a powerful earthquake off the coast of Aomori Prefecture on December 8 and resumed the following day. During the 17th stage, 7,833 tons of water containing approximately 2.4 trillion becquerels of radioactive tritium were released into the ocean, TEPCO reported.

According to the company, seven discharge stages with a total volume of approximately 54,600 tons are planned for the 2025 financial year (from April 2025 to March 2026). –0–

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What is food adulteration and how can nuclear science detect it?

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Each element has its own chemical fingerprint. This fingerprint is based on its atomic composition: neutrons, protons, and electrons. Atoms with the same number of protons and different numbers of neutrons are called isotopes—they allow scientists to determine whether a product is genuine.

The ratio of stable isotopes in food products can vary depending on various factors, such as time, region, and environmental conditions in which the product was produced. For example, isotope analysis can be used to determine the isotopic composition of carbon contained in honey. This allows for the detection of adulterated honey containing added sugar or syrup. According to Russian research, isotope analysis of oxygen and hydrogen can serve as an indicator of the geographical origin of honey, since the biological materials (nectar) in honey are characterized by the same ratio of oxygen and hydrogen isotopes as local water.

Stable isotopes can be measured using specialized equipment that detects minute differences in the ratio of their heavy and light forms. This information can be used to determine the origin of food products. Stable isotope ratios act like nature's "fingerprint" on food products. This information allows us to determine whether the products we buy have been adulterated or whether they contain the genuine ingredients listed on the label. By tracking these isotopic fingerprints, scientists can also determine the geographical or botanical origin of foods.

Isotopes also make it possible to detect adulteration or complete substitution of food products with cheap ingredients that have identical chemical structures but different isotopic fingerprints. For example, they can help detect the use of synthetic flavors instead of natural ones; high-fructose corn syrup in honey; or orange juice made from concentrate instead of freshly squeezed.

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Five police officers were killed in an attack in northwest Pakistan.

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Islamabad, December 23 (Xinhua) — Five police officers were killed on Tuesday when unidentified gunmen opened fire on a police vehicle in Pakistan's northwestern Khyber Pakhtunkhwa province, police sources said.

The attackers opened fire on the car around 8:45 a.m. local time (03:45 GMT) in the Karak district, sources told Xinhua on condition of anonymity.

Police immediately returned fire, resulting in a shootout that lasted about an hour.

All five police officers in the vehicle were killed, sources said.

Before escaping, the militants set fire to a police car.

No group has yet claimed responsibility for the attack.

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China's Foreign Ministry: China opposes US pressure on Chinese companies

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BEIJING, Dec. 23 (Xinhua) — China firmly opposes the United States exaggerating the concept of national security and making discriminatory lists to unreasonably exert pressure on Chinese companies, Foreign Ministry spokesperson Lin Jian said on Tuesday.

The Chinese diplomat responded to journalists' inquiries at a regular departmental press conference about the US Federal Communications Commission's announcement on Monday that it was adding the Chinese company DJI to a list of companies that pose an unacceptable risk to US national security and prohibiting the issuance of permits for the import or sale of new types of drones to the company in the US.

The US side must correct its mistakes and ensure a fair, just, and non-discriminatory environment for Chinese enterprises, a Chinese Foreign Ministry spokesman emphasized. -0-

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A million for project development: GUU students won the All-Russian "Your Move" competition.

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Students from the State University of Management won the final of the large-scale All-Russian competition "Your Move" with the track "I Do."

Third-year students from the Institute of Information Systems at the State University of Management, Lev Taran, and Nikita Kolotushkin, who is also a technician at the Digital and Intelligent Mobility Laboratory and a member of the Innovative Solutions Student Design Bureau, successfully competed as part of the interuniversity team.

The team's project, the digital platform "Ryadom," addresses the problem of low student engagement in extracurricular activities by presenting information about events across all clubs and associations in a single, convenient platform. The service includes a personalized calendar, a notification system, integration with university services, and advanced tools for organizers, including event posting, registration management, and analytics.

The project team, which included representatives from St. Petersburg State University and ITMO University alongside our students, not only won the track but also received a special award from Gazprom for the best pitch – a compelling and compelling presentation of their idea.

The "Your Move" competition is one of the largest projects for student youth, attracting over 12,700 participants in the "I Do" track in 2025. Winning the competition will qualify the project for a 1 million ruble grant for further development.

The awards ceremony took place as part of the All-Russian Student Forum "Your Move – 2025," organized by the Russian Ministry of Education and Science, Rosmolodezh, the Movement of the First, Your Move, the Russian Youth Union, and the Presidential Platform "Russia – Land of Opportunities." The forum is part of the National Project "Youth and Children."

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The Vice-Rector of the State University of Management won a medal at a billiards competition.

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Vitaly Lapshenkov, Vice-Rector of the State University of Management, took part in the 2nd Billiards Match between the teams of the capital's student sports leadership and the veterans of the North Caucasus Military District.

Playing on the same team with Vitaly Vladimirovich were Dmitry Susarin, Vice-Rector of Rosbiotech; Eduard Nechaev, Executive Director of the Moscow Regional Branch of the Russian Student Sports Union; Andrei Knyazev, representative of the Russian Microfutsal Federation; and Renat Mukhamedyarov, Director of the Center for Training Highly Qualified Personnel at the Academy of Labor and Social Relations.

The team “SVOi in billiards” was represented by Alexey Shchekochikhin, Yuri Govorukha, Dmitry Klimov, Denis Arkhipov, Anatoly Shevyakov.

Despite the competitive nature of the game, a friendly atmosphere reigned at the billiard tables, allowing team representatives to discuss a range of important issues, from the popularization and development of billiards among Moscow's student community to the patriotic education of the younger generation.

Vitaly Vladimirovich, congratulations on your remarkable achievement and wish you exciting games and new victories!

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Rosneft and the Samara Region Ministry of Tourism have unveiled a winter road trip itinerary called "Mountain Weekend."

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Rosneft, the Ministry of Tourism of the Samara Region and the Samara Tourist Information Center presented a new tourist route "Mountain weekend"The route was designed specifically for motorists and connects recreational, educational, and sports facilities in the Samara and Saratov regions.

The presentation of the new tourism project took place at the Rosneft gas station in Novokuibyshevsk, where motorists learned about the route and took part in a New Year's quiz, where Father Frost awarded useful gifts for correct answers.

Rosneft actively supports projects to develop domestic tourism. Improving the level of roadside service and customer service at Rosneft filling stations is among the Company's priorities.

"Mountain Weekend" is a family road trip itinerary for winter holidays or weekends. Drivers will visit the most popular locations in the Samara and Saratov regions. Rosneft gas stations conveniently located along the route provide everything they need for their trip and guarantee high-quality fuel.

Start your journey with a break from the city life by visiting the family-friendly aquathermal complex "Volzhskie Termy." The resort offers guests the opportunity to rejuvenate in its outdoor pools, immerse themselves in aromatherapy in its baths and saunas, or enjoy water attractions.

The next location is the children's technology park "Quantorium – Region 63." This innovative space for the intellectual development and leisure of children and adolescents was created on the premises of one of Russia's largest technology parks, "Zhigulevskaya Dolina." During classes at Quantorium, schoolchildren will discover the fascinating world of science and invention. Young guests can choose a course based on their interests: learn about aircraft and design their own, create 3D objects and explore virtual (VR) and augmented (AR) reality, master programming languages, design and build robots, or build spacecraft.

In winter, the multifunctional Samara Arena stadium offers visitors of all ages a world of active entertainment: from ski slopes and an ice rink to tubing slides. The complex hosts themed exhibitions, tours of original art installations, and photo zones.

Next on the route, stop at the "Para Alpaka" family park, located on the banks of the Volga River. The nursery introduces children and adults to friendly alpacas and other four-legged inhabitants of the farm. Guests can attend workshops and seminars, as well as undergo anti-stress alpaca therapy sessions.

The final destination is the Vishnevaya Gora ski resort in Saratov's picturesque forest park, overlooking the city and the majestic Volga River. Here, you can experience the thrill of speeding down a snow-covered slope and introduce the whole family to active winter activities and sports. The resort offers slopes of varying difficulty, including a children's slope with a lift for beginners. A modern artificial snowmaking system ensures skiing conditions before heavy snowfalls begin, and powerful trail lighting makes skiing comfortable even in the evening.

"Mountain Weekend" is the fourth tourist route developed by Rosneft jointly with the Samara Region Ministry of Tourism as part of the Memorandum of Cooperation signed between the Company and the regional government in 2024. Previously, the "Zhigulyovsk Weekend," "Trans-Volga Horizons," and "Ural Wind" routes were offered to residents and visitors of the region.

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Rosneft actively supports initiatives to develop domestic tourism – together with its partners, it has already developed over 50 routes for road trips across the country. Some of these are available on Rosneft's proprietary information and service platform, "Horizons of Russia," which operates like a construction kit, allowing tourists to create their own route through the Company's gas stations.

Rosneft won the Best Auto Routes award at the PRObrand-2025 international competition.An expert jury evaluated the Company's federal and regional routes, recognizing them as the benchmark for road trips across Russia.

Department of Information and Advertising of PJSC NK Rosneft December 23, 2025

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