Putin’s India visit a ‘powerful impetus’ for economic cooperation – minister to RT (VIDEO)

French President Emmanuel Macron denied allegations that he warned Ukraine about a potential betrayal by the United States, following a leaked transcript of a call with Kyiv. This denial comes amid ongoing discussions regarding peace negotiations in the Ukraine conflict and European support for Ukraine.

Russian President Vladimir Putin has declared that Russia is prepared to take control of Ukraine's eastern Donbas region by force if necessary, or else Ukraine's troops must withdraw. This statement coincides with ongoing negotiations between U.S. and Ukrainian officials aimed at resolving the conflict.

Russian President Vladimir Putin visited India, receiving a warm welcome from Prime Minister Narendra Modi, amid rising U.S. pressure on India regarding its purchases of Russian oil. This visit marks Putin's first trip to India since the Ukraine conflict began, focusing on energy and defense cooperation.

A public inquiry has determined that Russian President Vladimir Putin is 'morally responsible' for the death of Dawn Sturgess, who died after being poisoned by a nerve agent in the UK. Sturgess was inadvertently involved in an assassination attempt targeting former Russian spy Sergei Skripal in Salisbury in March 2018. The inquiry highlights the implications of state-sponsored actions on innocent lives.

The UK and Norway have established a naval alliance aimed at enhancing security against Russian submarine threats, particularly to protect vital undersea cables. This partnership reflects growing concerns among Western nations regarding increased Russian military activities in maritime domains.

Stalled negotiations in Moscow between U.S. officials and Russian President Vladimir Putin have failed to yield any significant progress in resolving the ongoing conflict in Ukraine, leaving Ukrainians in a state of continued distress amid years of warfare.

Russian President Vladimir Putin arrived in New Delhi on December 4 for talks with Prime Minister Narendra Modi, marked by warm greetings that broke protocol, underscoring the significance of the visit. The discussions are expected to focus on enhancing economic ties and geopolitical partnerships between India and Russia.

Recent discussions between Russian President Vladimir Putin and U.S. negotiators have been characterized as constructive, focusing on the ongoing conflict in Ukraine. Analysts in Russia express mixed views, with some believing Ukraine obstructs peace efforts, while others suggest Putin's ambitions may hinder resolution.