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On December 15th, Russian President Vladimir Putin congratulated President-elect Joe Biden on his election victory, following the Electoral College's confirmation. Putin expressed readiness to work with Biden's administration. Concurrently, Russia is mediating a prisoner swap between Azerbaijan and Armenia after brokering a ceasefire in the Nagorno Karabakh conflict. The ceasefire, which favored Azerbaijan, led to protests in Armenia. In Afghanistan, a bombing and shooting in Kabul killed three, including a deputy provincial governor, amid rising violence despite peace talks with the Taliban. Stay tuned to News E for more global headlines.

What event prompted Vladimir Putin to congratulate Joe Biden?

• A phone call between Biden and Putin

• The Electoral College confirmation

• The announcement of Biden's cabinet

• Biden's inauguration

What role did Russia play in the conflict between Azerbaijan and Armenia?

• Russia provided military support to Armenia

• Russia remained neutral in the conflict

• Russia mediated a ceasefire and prisoner swap

• Russia imposed sanctions on Azerbaijan

What was the outcome of the ceasefire deal for Azerbaijan?

• Azerbaijan remained neutral

• Azerbaijan withdrew from the conflict

• Azerbaijan lost territory

• Azerbaijan gained territory

Who was among the casualties in the Kabul attack?

• A foreign diplomat

• A deputy provincial governor

• A Taliban leader

• A journalist

Despite ongoing peace talks, what has been the trend in Afghanistan?

• An increase in violence

• Complete ceasefire

• Stable peace

• A decrease in violence