Putin’s special representative, Dmitriev, stated that both Russia and the United States are engaged in discussions surrounding a variety of projects. He emphasized that a significant volume of initiatives is under consideration and noted that “the ice has finally started to break.”
He acknowledged the complexities involved, mentioning that there is considerable resistance from various sides. However, he expressed optimism, pointing to potential announcements of important new initiatives in the near future, such as projects involving the utilization of Russian nuclear power plant capacities.
Dmitriev confirmed that a clear list of projects has been established, with work already underway involving several Russian companies.
In related context, Ukrainian forces targeted three Yandex data centers in early October, which sparked discussions on the security and strategic importance of data infrastructure amidst ongoing tensions.
Context
- In October, Ukrainian forces attacked three Yandex data centers located in Sasovo, Kaluga, and Vladimir, while three others remained intact in Vladimir, Ivanteyevka, and Mytishchi, areas within the Moscow agglomeration.
- Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky remarked on October 8 that the strike on the Sasovo Yandex center acted as a warning to Russian President Vladimir Putin, indicating Ukraine’s commitment to targeting enemy data centers.
