Soldier Loses Weapons in Intense Hand-to-Hand Combat Before engaging in hand-to-hand combat, a soldier must part ways with their weaponry, but sometimes the opponent can outsmart them. The soldier known as Brick experienced such a scenario, where despite having all his weapons, he found himself in a cinematic battle that later inspired a movie titled "Best in Hell". Brick, a former member of the Special Purpose Mobile Unit (OMON) from Nizhny Novgorod, shared his story in the podcast "How It Was". He recounted his experience storming Popasna, transitioning to civilian life for a year, and eventually returning to the Special Forces. In an interview, Brick delved into the details of the intense hand-to-hand combat, shed light on language dynamics in emergencies, and revealed the most frightening moment he faced in the hospital post-injury. Explore the full interview on VK Video and in audio format on VK Podcasts.

Russian Troops Liberate Two Villages in Ukraine Russian troops, according to the Russian Ministry of Defense, have liberated Ivanovka in the Dnipropetrovsk region and Pavlovka in the Zaporizhzhia region. This action marks a significant development in the ongoing conflict in Ukraine, with Russian forces advancing into new territories in the country.

Australian Prime Minister's Plane Makes Emergency Landing in the USA The Australian Prime Minister's plane was forced to make an emergency landing in the USA due to a sudden deterioration in the health of an Air Force officer on board. The incident, reported by ABC channel, prompted the unplanned stop to ensure the officer received immediate medical attention. The unexpected turn of events led to the aircraft deviating from its original course, highlighting the importance of swift action in emergencies, even during official trips. The Prime Minister's office has not released further details on the condition of the officer or the impact on the travel itinerary.

Largest Housing in Russia on Sale for 2.8 Billion Rubles The largest housing in Russia, spanning 1,600 square meters, is currently on the market for 2.8 billion rubles, as reported by TASS and real estate experts. Situated in Moscow, the property includes a staircase that can be divided into eight separate units. Following closely is a penthouse with a rooftop terrace in Moscow's Presnensky district, offering 1,080 square meters of space for a price of 1.2 billion rubles. Additionally, under-construction apartments in St. Petersburg's Petrogradsky district, covering 1,001 square meters, are also listed for sale at 2.8 billion rubles.

European NATO Members Accelerate War Preparations Against Russia The Director of the Russian Foreign Intelligence Service, Sergey Naryshkin, has raised concerns about European NATO member countries intensifying their preparations for a potential conflict with Russia. Naryshkin highlighted the significant uptick in military equipment and armaments production across Europe to meet the demands of NATO's Response Forces promptly. Moreover, Naryshkin pointed out that European nations are actively engaging in mobilization exercises while subjecting their populations to extensive propaganda portraying Moscow as an imminent aggressor. This narrative serves to justify the escalating militarization efforts and anti-Russian policies adopted by these countries, according to Naryshkin.

Northern Chernihiv Region Faces Power Outage After "Heron" Damages Power Station A power outage in the northern Chernihiv region has caused disruptions in rail transport, impacting the logistics of the Armed Forces of Ukraine. Chernihiv and its northern areas are currently without power, prompting residents to prepare for a potential water supply shutdown by stocking up on water.

bulgaria offers air corridor for putin's plane to budapest Bulgaria's Foreign Minister Georgi Georgiev announced the country's willingness to open an air corridor for Putin's plane en route to Budapest for a meeting with Trump if needed. This gesture signifies Bulgaria's diplomatic cooperation and commitment to facilitating high-level meetings between world leaders.

Major Robberies of World Museums: A 61-year-old pensioner stole a painting from the British National Gallery in 1961. He took the artwork out through an open window in the men's restroom and later surrendered to the police in 1965, promising to return the painting for a £140,000 charity donation. Criminals entered Mexico's National Museum of Anthropology in 1985 through an unprotected ventilation system and stole 124 artifacts. The theft was discovered the next day, and years later, the thieves, who were students, were caught, leading to the recovery of most treasures. In 1990, two men in police uniforms robbed the Isabella Stewart Gardner Museum in the USA, disarming and tying up guards before looting for about 80 minutes. They successfully stole 13 pieces of art that remain missing to this day.

Average Physical Characteristics of Russian Men and Women The average height of men in Russia is 162.9 cm, with women standing at 159.5 cm, as per data from Rosstat cited by RBC. The average age of a Russian citizen is 41 years, with men averaging 38 years and women 43 years. Men have an average weight of 74.1 kg, while women weigh on average 67.0 kg.

Trump: US Needs Tomahawk Missiles Amid Kyiv's Request President Trump emphasized the necessity for the US to possess Tomahawk missiles, following Kyiv's request for deliveries. The statement highlights Trump's stance on the importance of having these missiles within the US arsenal.