Comlist: Moscow Consolidated 5 Nov 90

This document is a consolidated summary of Moscow radio and press reports dated November 5, 1990. It provides a broad overview of Soviet domestic and international affairs during a period of significant geopolitical transition. The report covers a wide range of topics, including the Soviet Union's internal economic challenges, such as the implementation of the '500-day' economic program and food shortages in various regions. Internationally, the document details diplomatic efforts regarding the Gulf crisis, arms control negotiations with the United States and NATO, and the unification of Germany. It also notes various cultural and media exchanges, including the first Japanese journalist, Toyohiro Akiyama, boarding the Soviet space station Mir. The report highlights internal political developments, such as the congress of the restored Bulgarian Communist Party, elections in Georgia, and the ongoing situation in Moldova. Additionally, it mentions Soviet perspectives on international conflicts in Rwanda and Angola, as well as the ongoing debate regarding the role of Lenin and the Bolsheviks in Soviet history. The document serves as a snapshot of the Soviet media's focus on both the internal restructuring of the state and its evolving relationships with global powers.