Top stories from the Russian press on Friday, December 20th MOSCOW, December 20. /TASS/. Russian President Vladimir Putin discussed Russia’s present and future endeavors during the year-end news conference; the share of payments in Russian currency for exports to Europe reached a new milestone, exceeding 65%, and Tehran could face protests amid an energy blackout. These stories topped Friday’s newspaper headlines across Russia.   Media: Putin sums up results of 2024 for Russia and outlines