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Kim Jong Un Vows Military Backing for Russia in Strategic Pact with Putin
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On the sidelines of WWII commemorations in Beijing, North Korean leader Kim Jong Un pledged "full support" for Russia's military efforts as a...
Trump Pledges to Seek Peace in Russia-Ukraine War, CBS Reports
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U.S. President Donald Trump is actively pursuing a peace agreement between Russia and Ukraine, despite a recent lack of progress and continued fighting....
Putin Pushes Siberia 2 Pipeline, Promises China Cheaper Gas
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Russian President Vladimir Putin said the Power of Siberia 2 gas pipeline will supply China with over 100 bcm of gas annually, priced...
Xi Warns of ‘Peace or War’ at Parade with Putin and Kim in Beijing
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Chinese President Xi Jinping staged Beijing’s largest-ever military parade to mark 80 years since Japan’s defeat in World War Two, declaring the world...
Trump Says “Disappointed” in Putin, Dismisses China-Russia Threat
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U.S. President Donald Trump stated he is “very disappointed” in Russian President Vladimir Putin and hinted at upcoming actions to reduce casualties in...
Putin Attends Beijing Military Parade While Russian Bombs Hit Ukraine
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Russia launched a sweeping overnight air attack across Ukraine, injuring at least four railway workers and damaging infrastructure in nine regions. The assault...
Non-West Strengthening Cooperation
Cooperation among leading non-Western countries is increasing. Russia and India will increase the scale of economic cooperation, including in the energy sector. This news...
Putin Backs Ukraine’s Bid to Join EU — But Still Bars NATO Path
NEWS BRIEF: Russian President Vladimir Putin stated he does not oppose Ukraine joining the European Union but reiterated strong opposition to NATO membership. He...
Russia signs up to vast new China pipeline but price unclear
BackgroundRussia and China have deepened their energy partnership since Western sanctions hit Moscow over the Ukraine war. The Power of Siberia 2 pipeline has...
Xi Rolls Out Red Carpet for Putin and Kim, Signaling Shift in Global Power
NEWS BRIEF: China is hosting Vladimir Putin and Kim Jong Un for their first joint public appearance—a highly symbolic summit that showcases Beijing’s role...