Main Events of the Day: International Diplomacy, New Laws, and Culture
Russian President Vladimir Putin and US President Donald Trump held an important telephone conversation. According to Yuri Ushakov, an aide to the Russian president, the conversation was friendly and frank. The leaders discussed key international topics and bilateral relations. In his congratulations, Vladimir Putin also noted the American leader’s extraordinary character.
At the same time, relations between the US and Iran remain tense. The signing of a ceasefire memorandum, expected on June 14, was postponed. Despite Donald Trump repeatedly stating on social media that a deal with Tehran was imminent, the document has not yet been signed. Experts note that this memorandum is unlikely to fully resolve the nuclear issue.
In Russia, the government continues work on the "Guillotine 2.0" project. Its main goal is to review and abolish excessive state requirements for businesses. In this phase, changes will affect road construction regulations and the operation of data processing centers (DPCs). This is intended to help companies operate more efficiently and without unnecessary bureaucratic barriers.
The National Payment Card System (NSPK) has identified widespread violations in non-cash payments. It was found that many companies in the fast-food and medical sectors were substituting special codes (MCC codes) to pay lower bank commissions. Financial institutions will now monitor the accuracy of transaction coding more closely.
In the social sphere, an important experiment is being prepared for regional residents. Starting in September 2026, mobile pharmacies will begin operating in 11 Russian regions. Special vehicles will serve up to 50 settlements that lack standard pharmacies. This three-year pilot project by the Ministry of Health aims to make medicine more accessible to those in remote areas.
There have also been interesting developments in the cultural world. The Garage Museum presented the "Art on the 80s Frequency" project, featuring unofficial art from the Perestroika era. Additionally, Nina Volova’s family tragicomedy "Fireworks in the Daytime" has been released in Russia. The film has already received critical acclaim and was named the best debut at the 2025 Mayak Festival.