In response to escalating Ukrainian drone attacks reaching targets in northwestern Russia, public drone shelters are being installed across Kronstadt, a district of St. Petersburg and home to the Russian Baltic Fleet’s headquarters. These shelters, situated in key public areas, are part of emergency preparedness measures designed to enhance civilian protection. This development follows a series of Ukrainian long-range drone strikes targeting infrastructure deep within Russia, including recent incidents at a St. Petersburg oil terminal and a major refinery.
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Working with Apple, a significant improvement in security measures has led to a substantial decrease in the reactivation of stolen phones, making it increasingly difficult for criminals to profit from their illicit gains. Apple’s Stolen Device Protection feature, now enabled by default, delays critical security changes when a device is outside of familiar locations, allowing owners time to secure their data. This collaboration, alongside enhanced intelligence sharing between the Metropolitan Police and Apple, and new government powers for police to locate stolen goods, is anticipated to drastically reduce phone theft.
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In mid-April, Russia’s Federal Protective Service implemented stricter security measures for individuals meeting with President Vladimir Putin, requiring the surrender of wristwatches in addition to previously banned mobile phones. This rule, affecting both electronic and mechanical timepieces, has been observed in officials like Yevgeny Pervyshov and Artyom Zdunov, who have appeared without watches at meetings with Putin. However, close associates of Putin, such as Sergey Chemezov, are reportedly exempt from this particular requirement, while even Putin himself has occasionally been seen concealing his watch during one-on-one engagements. These heightened protocols reflect concerns for the President’s security, following reports of potential threats.
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