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  'India never follows diktats from abroad': Putin's retort to Trump over Delhi's Russian oil purchase

  World | June 06, 2026 8:28 IST

  While praising Prime Minister Narendra Modi, Russian President Vladimir Putin has sent a stern message to his US counterpart Donald Trump and said India has never followed 'diktats' from aboard and would never do that. He said this while speaking at the Saint Petersburg International Economic Forum.

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  Why did Putin reject Zelenskyy's offer for face-to-face meet? Here's what Russian President said

  World | June 05, 2026 22:03 IST

  Earlier in the day, Putin had said that Russia is "ready and willing" to reach an agreement with Ukraine based on US ​President Donald Trump's peace proposal if Kyiv was ready to make certain "compromises".

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  Russia-Ukraine peace deal on cards? Putin signals readiness to end war under Trump's proposal if...

  World | June 05, 2026 17:17 IST

  Russian President Vladimir Putin has signalled readiness for a peace agreement with Ukraine under a framework discussed with Donald Trump, provided Kyiv accepts certain compromises. Meanwhile, Volodymyr Zelenskyy has called for direct talks and a face-to-face meeting with Putin.

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  India, Russia set to cross $100 billion trade mark: What makes New Delhi a key partner for Putin

  World | June 04, 2026 23:46 IST

  Putin added that Russia sees no negative consequences from India's bilateral relations with any other country. He went on to say that the US is trying to pressure India including over cooperation with Russia; but it will resist such efforts.

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  22 killed in fresh Russian strikes on Ukraine: Why Kyiv's air defenses are under growing pressure

  World | June 03, 2026 7:37 IST

  The latest strikes followed recent Russian attacks involving Oreshnik hypersonic ballistic missiles, highlighting Moscow's growing use of advanced weapons. The overnight assault caused widespread destruction and added to concerns about Ukraine's ability to withstand Russia's expanding air campaign.

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  Russia threatens to launch strikes on Ukraine's defence infrastructure, urges citizens to leave Kyiv

  World | May 26, 2026 6:56 IST

  "Russia's Armed Forces are beginning to launch consistent and systemic strikes on Ukrainian defence industry enterprises in Kyiv, including specific facilities for designing, manufacturing and programming drones and preparing them for operation.

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  Russia uses hypersonic Oreshnik missile in deadly strike on Ukraine; all about Putin's lethal weapon

  World | May 24, 2026 23:49 IST

  The overnight attack caused damage across several parts of the Ukrainian capital. Authorities said residential buildings, schools, a market and areas close to government offices were hit during the strikes.

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  Russian President Putin gets red carpet welcome in Beijing; holds talks with China's Xi Jinping

  World | May 20, 2026 10:23 IST

  Russian President Vladimir Putin arrived in Beijing on Tuesday night on a two-day state visit for talks with his Chinese counterpart Xi Jinping, days after US leader Donald Trump travelled to China.

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  Putin, Trump hold telephonic conversation; discuss Iran war, White House shooting in 1.5-hour call

  World | April 29, 2026 23:43 IST

  Russian President Vladimir Putin and US President Donald Trump engaged in a lengthy phone call described by the Kremlin as "productive and cordial". The discussion centred on the Iran crisis, the Persian Gulf situation, Ukraine and a recent White House-linked shooting.

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  Putin offers to mediate between Iran, US after failed Islamabad peace talks

  World | April 12, 2026 23:51 IST

  The negotiations between the United States and Iran ended early Sunday without a deal after the Iranians refused to accept US terms to not develop a nuclear weapon. The high-stakes talks in Pakistan ended after 21 hours.

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  Putin announces ceasefire in Russia-Ukraine war for Orthodox Easter weekend

  World | April 10, 2026 7:29 IST

  The Kremlin stated that the ceasefire would take effect from 16:00 on April 11 (local time) until the end of April 12, 2026, in observance of Orthodox Easter.

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  Trump rejects Putin's proposal to move Iran's enriched uranium to Russia: Reports

  World | March 14, 2026 17:03 IST

  Putin reportedly suggested transferring Iran’s enriched uranium stockpile to Russia as a possible step toward de-escalation. However, the report said Trump turned down the proposal.

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  Trump speaks to Putin to discuss Iran war, Kremlin calls it 'frank and businesslike' conversation

  World | March 10, 2026 7:09 IST

  Trump and Putin spoke for an hour as the Iran war intensified with fresh explosions rocking Tehran. Iran appointed a new hard-line supreme leader while the US confirmed more military casualties and ordered a diplomatic drawdown.

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  In big relief, India gets 30-day waiver from US to buy Russian oil amid conflict in Middle East

  India | March 06, 2026 7:29 IST

  The move from the US comes as President Trump seeks to stabilise global energy markets amid rising tensions in the Middle East.

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  Kremlin says Putin to raise Arab concerns with Iran over strikes on energy infrastructure

  World | March 03, 2026 21:05 IST

  The diplomatic push follows a phone call on Monday between Putin and Saudi Crown Prince and Prime Minister Mohammed bin Salman. During their discussion, both leaders voiced alarm over the risk of the conflict spreading further.

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  Zelenskyy admits Ukrainians 'exhausted' as war with Russia enters fifth year, refuses to yield

  World | February 24, 2026 9:55 IST

  Zelenskyy further appealed for international support in Ukraine’s fight against Russia, personally addressing Donald Trump, and saying the United States can play a key role in countering Russia.

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  'No reason to believe India's stance on Russian oil imports has changed': Moscow rebuts US claims

  World | February 19, 2026 7:53 IST

  Russia affirmed that the benefits from its oil trade with India are advantageous to the global markets and that it has no reason to believe that New Delhi has stopped its imports under pressure from the US.

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  Russia blocks WhatsApp, Telegram in bid to 'promote' state-owned social media platforms

  World | February 12, 2026 10:17 IST

  This came after Moscow warned several internet platforms that they could face slowdowns or even be blocked if they do not follow Russian laws. These rules demand that data on Russian users is stored within the country.

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  Zelenskyy says US gave June deadline to reach truce with Russia; next round of talks likely in Miami

  World | February 08, 2026 7:46 IST

  The Ukrainian President on Saturday rebuked Russia for continuously targeting the energy infrastructure in Kyiv. He said Moscow’s aggression was affecting the ongoing peace efforts.

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  Nearly after four years, US, Russia agree to reestablish military dialogue after Ukraine talks

  World | February 06, 2026 9:11 IST

  High-level military communication was suspended in late 2021, as tension between Moscow and Washington rose ahead of the full-scale Russian invasion of Ukraine in February 2022.