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TopicPresident Vladimir Putin

Topic: President Vladimir Putin

North Korean weapons, Russian oil, mutual defence pact — Putin & Kim Jong-Un’s growing ties

Putin’s 1st visit to North Korea in 24 yrs signal of how ties between the countries developed since 2022. North Korea’s supply of artillery shells, missiles key to Moscow’s war efforts.

‘Old friend’ Putin arrives in China, hopes visit will deepen a strategic partnership

Putin, Xi will participate in celebrating 75 yrs of Soviet Union's recognition of People’s Republic of China. Boosting trade & military ties, China is most powerful of Russia's friends.

Putin takes oath as Russia’s President for fifth time, Western countries boycott ceremony

The US, Britain, and other EU countries boycotted Putin's inauguration ceremony Tuesday over the Russia-Ukraine war.

‘Radical Islamists’ behind Moscow attacks, Putin says still hinting at Ukraine involvement

Putin said the planned terrorist attack hoped to sow panic but was met with unity and resolve. He did not mention ISIS which claimed responsibility for attack on concert hall outside Moscow.

Russia casts doubt on Islamic State responsibility for concert attack

President Putin has not publicly mentioned Islamist militant group in connection with attackers, who he said had been trying to escape to Ukraine. Ukraine has denied any role in the attack.

Moscow court sentences activist Oleg Orlov to 2.5 years in prison for discrediting Russian army

The case against him stemmed from an article he wrote in 2022 in which he said Russia under President Vladimir Putin had descended into fascism.

‘West is on decline’, Putin tells Tucker Carlson, highlights Russia’s ties with China

In a rare interview with an American journalist, the Russian president also said the war with Ukraine would stop in a few weeks if the US stopped supplying arms to Kyiv.

‘Russia can rely on India’: Putin praises Modi’s leadership, commends India’s foreign policy

Putin lauded India’s ‘Make in India’ initiative and said Russia is one of the highest investors in the country and is further looking forward to making huge investments.

Putin confirms he will run for 2024 presidential polls

A constitutional amendment in 2021 allows the Russian president to run for two more six-year terms and possibly stay in power till 2036.

Biden likens Putin to Hamas, urges Americans to support Israel & Ukraine wars ahead of budget appeal

The Joe Biden administration is expected to send Congress a funding request of around $100 billion, including $10 billion and $60 billion for military aid to Israel and Ukraine.

On Camera

We can’t just blame Muslims and Englishmen for shattered Hindu unity: RSS chief Deoras

In May 1974, RSS chief Madhukar Dattatraya Deoras spoke at a lecture series in Pune about caste-based discrimination and social equality within the Hindu fold.

Market regulator SEBI clears Adani Group of impropriety alleged by Hindenburg Research

SEBI probe concluded that purported loans and fund transfers were paid back in full and did not amount to deceptive market practices or unreported related party transactions.

With MiG-21’s exit, India’s squadron strength hits 6-decade low. What are IAF’s plans for the Tejas

While the IAF remains committed to the Tejas programme and has placed orders for 180 Tejas Mk1A, the force is eagerly waiting for the Tejas Mk 2 version.

Something’s hidden in the Oval Office photo of Trump, Munir, Sharif. India must look closely

What Munir has achieved with Trump is a return to normal, ironing out the post-Abbottabad crease. The White House picture gives us insight into how Pakistan survives, occasionally thrives and thinks.