FBIS Daily Report: Moscow Consolidated 16 Nov 90

This document is a consolidated report from the Foreign Broadcast Information Service (FBIS) dated November 16, 1990, summarizing various Soviet media broadcasts and press reports. The document covers a wide range of domestic and international topics relevant to the Soviet Union during a period of significant political transition. Domestically, the reports detail the proceedings of the Supreme Soviet, including addresses by Mikhail Gorbachev and Boris Yeltsin regarding the country's economic plan and the political situation. There is extensive coverage of the internal political climate, including discussions on the transition to a market economy, the status of various republics, and the activities of the Communist Party. International relations are a major focus, with reports on meetings between Soviet officials and representatives from Canada, Italy, and other nations. Specific attention is given to the Gulf crisis, with various reports on the potential for war and the Soviet stance on international involvement. The document also notes cultural and social reports, such as the reconstruction of the Church of Our Lady of Kazan in Moscow, the publication of new books, and the activities of various social organizations. Additionally, there are brief mentions of scientific and environmental topics, including the Soviet space program, nuclear testing, and environmental protection efforts in Africa. The compilation serves as a comprehensive overview of the information being disseminated by Soviet media outlets at the time, reflecting the complex internal and external challenges facing the Soviet government in late 1990.