China renewed its call for a “political settlement” to the war in Ukraine on Thursday as Beijing pulled out all the stops … More
Tag: Vladimir Putin
Seoul’s decision to attend Putin inauguration leaves door open for diplomatic relations
In a move that contrasts with the United States, South Korea had its ambassador in Moscow attend Russian President Vladimir … More
Putin expected to tout China’s ‘premier importance’ in Russian foreign policy and trade, as Beijing seeks ‘delicate balance’
Analysts expected Ukraine and the Brics summit to be among the top issues on the table during Vladimir Putin’s meetings in Beijing, … More
Kremlin explains decision to change defense minister
A proposal by Russian President Vladimir Putin to replace Defense Minister Sergey Shoigu is aimed at more deeply integrating the … More
Putin says nuclear forces ‘always’ on alert in Victory Day speech
President Vladimir Putin on Thursday (May 9) warned his nuclear forces were “always” on alert and added that Moscow would … More
As President Xi Jinping visits Europe, the role of China-Russia ties in EU relationship comes under microscope
When Russia invaded Ukraine 26 months ago, Beijing found itself in a strategic dilemma. On one side was Russia, a “no-limits” partner … More
No safety in retreat: Ukrainian soldiers say rear defensive lines barely exist amid Russian advance
During pitched battles with far better-armed Russian forces, Ukrainian soldier Batyar’s unit has few options. Devastating Russian aerial glide bombs … More
What consequences could ICC warrant have for Netanyahu?
According to Israeli media outlets, the government in Tel Aviv has cast a cautious eye toward The Hague, Netherlands — … More
Kremlin says 2022 draft document could serve as starting point for future Ukraine peace talks
The Kremlin said Friday that a draft Russia-Ukraine agreement negotiated in 2022 could serve as a starting point for prospective … More
Russia sends military trainers, troops to Niger
The Russian defense ministry sent military personnel and trainers to Niger on Wednesday to install systems and train soldiers, Nigerien state TV … More
Russia says main chance for dialogue with US is on arms, including in space
Russia said on Friday that strategic security issues, including space-based weapons, were the main potential area for dialogue with the … More
Schröder: Good relationship with Putin may still be helpful
Former German Chancellor Gerhard Schröder has said in an interview published Thursday that negotiations with Russian President Vladimir Putin could be the only way to … More
Putin vows retribution for ‘barbaric’ Moscow attack
Russian President Vladimir Putin on Saturday called an attack on a concert hall that killed more than 100 a “barbaric terrorist act” … More
Russia Captures Another Village In Eastern Ukraine, Second This Week
Moscow said Thursday that it had captured another village in east Ukraine, around 10 kilometres (six miles) from the city … More
Putin Didn’t Threaten To Use Nukes, US Took Him Out Of Context: Russia
The Kremlin said on Thursday that comments on nuclear weapons that Russian President Vladimir Putin made in an interview with … More
Putin warns the West: Russia is ready for nuclear war
President Vladimir Putin warned the West on Wednesday Russia was technically ready for nuclear war and that if the U.S. … More
Kremlin says appeal by Pope Francis for Ukraine talks is quite understandable
The Kremlin on Monday said that a call by Pope Francis for talks to end the Ukraine war was quite … More
“Don’t Be Ashamed Of Negotiating”: Pope Appeals Ukraine To End War With Russia
Pope Francis has said in an interview that Ukraine should have what he called the courage of the “white flag” … More