Putin says Russia-China ties have reached unprecedented level

Russian President Vladimir Putin and Chinese leader Xi Jinping pledged deeper cooperation during high-level talks in Moscow. Vladimir Putin said ties between Russia and China have reached an “unprecedentedly high level” as he met with Chinese President Xi Jinping for strategic talks focused on global security, energy and international cooperation. During the meeting, Putin described…

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Putin says Russia-Ukraine conflict may be ‘coming to an end’

Russian President Vladimir Putin says the conflict in Ukraine could be nearing its conclusion as ceasefire efforts continue. Vladimir Putin has said he believes Russia’s war with Ukraine is “coming to an end,” days after a temporary ceasefire agreement was brokered between Moscow and Kyiv. Speaking to reporters after Russia’s annual Victory Day celebrations in…

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Russia and Ukraine accuse each other of ceasefire violations

Russia and Ukraine have accused each other of breaking separate ceasefires announced around Victory Day celebrations. Russia and Ukraine exchanged fresh accusations on Friday after both sides reported drone attacks, artillery strikes and military activity despite temporary ceasefire declarations. Russia’s defence ministry said Ukrainian forces committed more than 1,300 ceasefire violations within hours of the…

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Russia Seizes Control of US-Linked Firm

Russia’s takeover of a US-linked firm is raising fresh concerns for global investors. Russia has seized control of the Russian operations of CANPACK, a US-linked company, under a government decree signed by Vladimir Putin. The move places the firm’s assets under “external administration,” effectively transferring full control to state-appointed managers. The Russia CANPACK takeover affects…

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