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Vladimir Putin
Vladimir Vladimirovich Putin (born October 7, 1952) is a Russian politician and former intelligence officer who has served as the President of Russia since 2012, after previously holding the office
...Read more- $14 billion windfall? How North Korea profited from Russia’s war in Ukraine | Explained
These earnings come primarily from sending military personnel and supplying weapons to Russia, marking one of the most significant financial inflows for the heavily sanctioned regime in recent years.
- From oil windfalls to Ukraine relief: 5 ways Iran war is helping Putin while the world looks elsewhere
At a time when the Kremlin is still fighting its war in Ukraine and dealing with Western sanctions, the turmoil in West Asia has unexpectedly strengthened Moscow’s position.
- Alive, injured or missing? Is Mojtaba Khamenei being treated at Putin’s residence in Russia? What we know so far
Iran War News: Several reports have suggested that Mojataba Khamenei is seriously wounded, possibly in a coma, although none of the claims have been officially confirmed.
- Shifting goals, unclear timelines, no clear exit: How Trump’s Iran war is starting to resemble Putin’s Ukraine war
As the Iran war unfolds, shifting objectives, contradictory statements and growing pressure for an exit are drawing comparisons with Russia’s invasion of Ukraine.
- Oil shock for the world, lifeline for Putin? Why Russia could be the unexpected winner of Iran war
Iran War News: The disruption in energy markets caused by the Iran war quickly pushed oil prices higher, strengthening Russia’s most important revenue stream.
- Putin threatens to cut energy supplies if EU tightens sanctions: 'Without waiting for door to be shut'
Speaking about the proposed measures, Putin said Moscow may consider halting energy exports to the European market if restrictions are imposed.
- Is something wrong with Putin? Leaked video of coughing spell fuels fresh round of health rumours
Reports suggest the full unedited footage, including the coughing, was accidentally released by the Kremlin, sparking fresh speculation about the 73-year-old leader’s health.
- ‘Dictator Domino’: After Khamenei’s killing, Ukraine shares image warning Putin is 'about to fall'
Ukraine shared an AI image suggesting Vladimir Putin could be the next authoritarian leader to fall after US-Israeli strikes killed Ayatollah Ali Khamenei, with President Volodymyr Zelenskyy framing it as an opportunity for change in Iran.
- Iran-Israel conflict: Putin condemns ‘assassination’ of Khamenei, calls killings 'cynical and illegal'
Russian President Vladimir Putin condemned the killing of Iran’s Supreme Leader Ayatollah Ali Khamenei in US-Israeli strikes, calling it an “assassination” and a “cynical murder” violating international law.
- Putin says Russia has intel on possible explosion targeting Black Sea gas pipelines, targets ‘anti-peace forces’
Putin said Russian security agencies had received operational information suggesting preparations for an explosion targeting underwater gas infrastructure.
- ‘I don’t fear the UK’: Pakistan dragged in as Putin mocks Britain over 'grooming gangs' | WATCH
The grooming gangs issue has become shorthand in Europe for Pakistan’s failure to address misogyny, child exploitation and extremist social norms within sections of its diaspora.
- Russia memo sees return to dollar system in pitch made for Trump
At the heart of the offer is Russia’s return to the dollar settlement system, a move which would mean a stunning reversal of Kremlin policy and, potentially, a dramatic shake up for global finance.
- Putin’s name appears 1,005 times in the Epstein files: Why Jeffrey was desperate to meet the Russian President
The newly released files suggest that while Epstein may never have achieved his ultimate goal of meeting Putin, his obsession with Russia, power, and influence remained relentless until the very end.
- What’s behind Xi Jinping’s rare back-to-back calls with Putin and Trump?
Chinese President Xi Jinping held rare back-to-back calls with Russian President Vladimir Putin and US President Donald Trump, signalling Beijing’s strategic positioning amid global tensions, Ukraine war negotiations, and US-China diplomacy.
- Putin meets Iran's top security official as Trump ratchets up tension
Earlier on Friday, US President Trump said he believed Iran -- a close ally of Russia -- wanted to make a deal on its nuclear programme to avoid military action.
- Russia agrees to Trump's request to halt strikes on Kyiv until February 1
Russian attacks on Ukraine’s energy infrastructure in recent months have left large parts of Kyiv without heating during one of the harshest winters in years.
- "Conversations were constructive": Zelensky on Ukraine-Russia-US peace talks in Abu Dhabi
Zelensky said the talks, held in a trilateral format for the first time in years, focused on outlining possible parameters to end the war and on security guarantees required to sustain any future agreement.
- First-ever Ukraine-Russia-US talks in UAE from today: Why dialogue is back and what each side wants
While expectations remain cautious, the very fact that officials from all three countries are engaging through a coordinated process marks a shift after nearly three years of war.
- Vladimir Putin invited to Donald Trump's 'Board of Peace'
Moscow for years tried to balance relations with all major players in the Middle East -- including Israel and the Palestinians.
