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Putin unmoved by Trump's ultimatum as confidants predict Ukraine front-line collapse
Russian President Vladimir Putin is reportedly unwilling to end the war during the summer offensive, despite an "ultimatum" from Washington. According to sources close to the Kremlin, who spoke to Reuters, Russia sees no reason to stop until it occupies four regions. The deadline for U.S. President Donald Trump's "ultimatum" is set for this Friday, yet Moscow is not seeking a truce. Putin maintains confidence in victory and doubts the impact of additional U.S. sanctions after three years of …
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Putin signals willingness to meet Zelensky amid rising US-Russia tensions
Russian President Vladimir Putin is reportedly prepared to meet with Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky for talks, subject to certain conditions that necessitate preliminary work at the expert level, according to Kremlin spokesman Dmitry Peskov. The highly anticipated meeting, however, will not take place immediately.
Russian news agency RIA Novosti reported the potential for a Zelensky-Putin meeting, signaling a significant diplomatic development after recent international tensions. …
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Trump-Zelensky call precedes surge in drone attacks on Moscow
In a July 4 conversation, U.S. President Donald Trump reportedly asked Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky whether Ukraine's armed forces could target Moscow if they received long-range American weapons.
Following this discussion, as noted in Russian media, there has been a noticeable intensification of aerial assaults on the Russian capital.
Official reports from local authorities and Russia's Defense Ministry indicate that between July 4 and July 18, drones attacked Moscow and the region …
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Trump's ultimatum on Ukraine war: Kremlin weighs response as tensions rise
Dmitry Peskov, the spokesperson for the Kremlin, acknowledged the need for time to digest President Donald Trump's new ultimatums concerning the ongoing war in Ukraine. The Kremlin has not ruled out the possibility of a personal response from President Vladimir Putin himself.
In Moscow, Trump's recent statements on the Ukrainian-Russian war have been met with gravity, as expressed by Peskov in remarks to Interfax.
Peskov noted that part of Trump's address was directed at Putin, necessitating …
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Moscow on edge: Trump’s shift to support Kyiv sends Kremlin into panic mode as nuclear fears rise
In a dramatic turn of events, Moscow finds itself in panic mode as former President Donald Trump pivots to support Kyiv, shocking Russian elites who can no longer conceal their anxiety.
The Russian capital is reeling from the sudden shift in American administration's stance on Russia and Ukraine. Trump's decision to significantly ramp up arms supplies to Kyiv has created a whirlwind in Moscow. Rumors that Ukraine might soon possess missiles capable of striking Russia's capital have sent shock …
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Zelensky and Trump discuss air defense and joint drone production amid tensions with Russia
In a pivotal conversation on Friday, July 4, Ukraine's President Volodymyr Zelensky engaged in what he described as a "very important and useful" dialogue with U.S. President Donald Trump. The Presidents discussed Russian aerial strikes, drone production, and investment opportunities. Zelensky stated, "Today, we addressed the situation: Russian aerial assaults and the broader scenario on the front lines. President Trump is well-informed, and I appreciate this attention to Ukraine. We discussed …
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Zelensky blames Putin-Trump call for massive Russian airstrike on Ukraine
Following a conversation between Russian President Vladimir Putin and former U.S. President Donald Trump, Russian forces launched a massive airstrike on Ukraine, with Kyiv as the primary target. Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky described the attack as one of the most significant and cynical since the full-scale war began, closely timed with media coverage of the call.
In a series of overnight assaults on June 3rd and 4th, Russia launched 550 targets across Ukraine, many of which were …
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Russia condemns U.S. strikes on Iranian nuclear facilities
In a stern rebuke, Russia's Foreign Ministry unequivocally denounced the United States' attacks on Iran's nuclear facilities. The ministry's statement, issued on Sunday, June 22, criticized the strikes as "a violation of international law," referring to the operations as reckless and in contravention of globally accepted norms.
According to the released statement, the decision to launch missile and bomb strikes on the territory of a sovereign nation, regardless of the pretext, blatantly …
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Russia's 'New People' party offers Elon Musk political asylum amid tensions with Trump
Russia's "New People" party has extended an invitation to American billionaire Elon Musk, offering him political asylum. The Russian Foreign Ministry is expected to respond within a month.
"I think Elon Musk has made mistakes, but we must learn to forgive mistakes. If it doesn't work out, we welcome him. From a technological and visionary standpoint, he's very impressive," said Vladislav Davankov, Deputy Speaker of the Russian State Duma from the "New People", in an interview with News.ru.
It' …
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Putin highlights Russia's nuanced position in Israel-Iran conflict
In a statement made during the St. Petersburg Economic Forum on Friday, June 20, Russian President Vladimir Putin shed light on why Moscow has not lent support to Iran against Israel. Emphasizing Russia's "traditionally very good, friendly relations" with the Arab and Islamic world, the Kremlin leader pointed out the substantial Russian-speaking population in Israel—nearly two million—or about a fifth of the nation's populace.
"We must show solidarity with Iran, but conflicts are unique in …