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Putin’s visit to meet Xi in Beijing likely to highlight their ‘no limits’ partnership defying West

Chinese foreign ministry confirmed Putin’s trip Tuesday, saying that Xi and Putin would exchange views on ties and ‘international and regional issues of common concern.’

Russia slams US over Pannun case, alleges Washington meddling in India’s elections

During a press briefing, Russian spokesperson Maria Zakharova said US did not understand ‘national mindset and historical context of development of the Indian state’.

Russia rubbishes allegations against India in Pannun case, cites lack of evidence by US

Foreign ministry spokeswoman Maria Zakharova said that US does not understand the 'historical context of the development of the Indian state and it disrespects India as a state'.

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.

Germany recalls ambassador to Russia amid allegations of cyberattacks, foreign ministry says

Just before the European elections, Berlin claims cyber attacks by Russia have been targeting Social Democrats & companies in various sectors for the past two years.

Russia says its air defence destroyed 6 drones launched by Ukraine overnight

Russian defence ministry says 5 drones were downed over Belgorod region that borders Ukraine and 1 over Crimean Peninsula.

US accuses Russia of violating global chemical weapons ban against Ukrainian troops

US State Dept said that Washington is sanctioning over 280 individuals and entities to impose additional costs on Russia for both its foreign aggression and internal repression.

Russian court places two journalists linked to Navalny in pre-trial detention

Moscow's Basmanny court placed them in pre-trial detention after state prosecutors accused them of taking part in activities of "extremist" organisation founded by Navalny.

UK summons Russian ambassador over ‘malicious’ activity on its soil

UK's FCDO said it was "deeply concerned" about reports and what it described as a "wider reported pattern of behaviour" by Russia.

Russia has a window to exploit & defeat Ukraine. Otherwise, it will get sucked into endless war

While it has now become a battle of industrial capacities, at a fundamental level, it remains a battle of nerves.

On Camera

US intervention in Venezuela is about MAGA anxiety, not just drugs or oil

MAGA’s opposition to H1-B visas for Indians has become rather well known, but compared to Hispanic immigration, the India question pales into relative insignificance.

Grounded no more: Andhra govt revives no-frills Dagadarthi airport near Nellore to boost south coast link

As Visakhapatnam readies a mega airport, the Andhra Pradesh government has revived its shelved Dagadarthi project, aiming to boost cargo and connectivity on the south coast.

Oreshnik, ATACMS & Storm Shadow: All about the missiles Russia and Ukraine are firing

Both the Russian and Ukrainian militaries are leaning on drones, but they’re also firing cruise and ballistic missiles, some of them relatively new and experimental.

Thank you Donald Trump, again. India now has reason to shed fear of trade deals and risky reform

UK, EFTA already in the bag and EU on the way, many members of RCEP except China signed up, and even restrictions on China being lifted, India has changed its mind on trade.