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News and updates about Vladimir Putin

Putin at it again:

'West put Jew in charge of covering up glorification of Nazism'

Russian President again makes controversial claim about Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy and his Jewish faith.

'West put Jew in charge of covering up glorification of Nazism'

US warns:

Russia and North Korea to discuss arms negotiations

US says Kim will engage with Putin to continue actively advancing arms negotiations.

Russia and North Korea to discuss arms negotiations

After Prigozhin's death:

Putin orders Wagner Group fighters to sign oath of allegiance

Decree obliges working on behalf of the military to swear a formal oath of allegiance to Russia.

Putin orders Wagner Group fighters to sign oath of allegiance

Putin denies involvement in death of Wagner Group leader

Russian President comments on death of Yevgeny Prigozhin: He made serious mistakes in his life, but he achieved the right results.

Putin denies involvement in death of Wagner Group leader

Macron: 'Putin is making a giant mistake'

The French President criticized Vladimir Putin for not renewing the agreement to allow Ukraine to export grain.

Macron: 'Putin is making a giant mistake'

Putin:

'We have a sufficient stockpile of cluster bombs'

Russian President warns his country “reserves the right to take reciprocal action” if Ukraine uses cluster bombs provided to it by US.

'We have a sufficient stockpile of cluster bombs'

In conversation with Abbas:

Putin affirms 'unwavering support for the Palestinian people'

PA chairman and Russian President discuss latest developments and ways to boost bilateral ties in phone call.

Putin affirms 'unwavering support for the Palestinian people'

Russia’s remaining Jews must leave

A weak regime can still be a dangerous one, particularly when said regime is armed with nuclear weapons.Op-ed

Russia’s remaining Jews must leave

Putin after armed revolt:

'Those responsible will be brought to justice'

Russian President defiant following Wagner Group's armed revolt: Any blackmail is doomed to failure.

'Those responsible will be brought to justice'

Drama in Russia:

Leader of mercenary group turns on government

Russia's security service opens criminal case against Wagner Group leader Yevgeny Prigozhin after he accused the army of killing his troops.

Leader of mercenary group turns on government

Zelenskyy responds to Putin:

'He is the second king of antisemitism after Hitler'

Ukrainian President responds to Russian President who claimed that "Zelenskyy is not even Jewish."

'He is the second king of antisemitism after Hitler'

Ukraine Ambassador on Putin:

'We expect condemnation from Israel's government'

Ambassador Yevgen Korniychuk says Putin's comments on Zelenskyy could delay Ukrainian First Lady's planned visit to Israel.

'We expect condemnation from Israel's government'

Former minister Sharansky:

'Ukrainians can be proud that they elected a Jewish president'

Former minister and Israel Prize laureate Natan Sharansky responds to Vladimir Putin, who claimed that Zelenskyy "is not even Jewish".

'Ukrainians can be proud that they elected a Jewish president'

Putin:

"Zelenskyy is not a Jew, he is a shame for the Jewish people"

Russian President Putin derided Ukrainian President Zelenskyy in a press conference, claiming Zelenskyy is not even Jewish.

"Zelenskyy is not a Jew, he is a shame for the Jewish people"

Investigation:

Putin was KGB 'errand boy,' not master spy

Doubts raised about stories of Russian President's career at notorious Soviet intelligence organization.

Putin was KGB 'errand boy,' not master spy

Op-ed:

Presidents clash over guns in a triangular contest

Follow the money to decide which leader is the bigger scoundrel - Biden, Ramaphosa or Putin. Op-ed.

Presidents clash over guns in a triangular contest

Fmr. Communications Minister:

Is Putin’s government anti-Semitic?

Putin’s Foreign Minister said, “the biggest anti-Semites are the Jews themselves” and that Hitler had Jewish blood. Is this a change? Op-ed.

Is Putin’s government anti-Semitic?

Former Russian President calls for elimination of Zelenskyy

In wake of drone attack on Kremlin, Dmitry Medvedev says there are no options left but to eliminate Ukrainian President.

Former Russian President calls for elimination of Zelenskyy

Report:

Putin's gift to his Jewish teacher was provided by billionaire

Russian Jewish oligarch - not Putin - reportedly paid for apartment for Putin's Jewish former teacher.

Putin's gift to his Jewish teacher was provided by billionaire

Biden slams Russia's plan to deploy nuclear weapons in Belarus

Biden says Putin's plan is "dangerous" talk.

Biden slams Russia's plan to deploy nuclear weapons in Belarus

Russia to station nuclear weapons in Belarus

Despite Putin's announcement, US says there's no indication Russia is planning to use a nuclear weapon.

Russia to station nuclear weapons in Belarus

International Criminal Court issues arrest warrant for Putin

ICC accuses Putin and Russian minister of illegally transporting residents of Ukraine, including children, into Russia.

International Criminal Court issues arrest warrant for Putin

NY Times attacks Netanyahu:

Thomas Friedman compares Benjamin Netanyahu to Vladimir Putin

Columnist calls Netanyahu a dictator whose leadership is ‘madness,’ claims Israel ‘may not survive.’

Thomas Friedman compares Benjamin Netanyahu to Vladimir Putin

Ukrainian Chief Rabbi:

‘People did not learn from the experience of the 1930s’

Rabbi Azman urges Israel to reconsider military aid, with Iran now receiving Russian tech and nuclear assistance in exchange for drones.

‘People did not learn from the experience of the 1930s’

Senior Putin war official dies in 160-foot fall from high-rise

High ranking official involved in Ukraine war allegedly jumps from 16th floor of building, leaving personal items and documents behind.

Senior Putin war official dies in 160-foot fall from high-rise

Putin warns Netanyahu: You will turn into a 'legitimate target'

Russia issues a stern warning to Israel's new government, which is reportedly considering supplying Ukraine with military aid.

Putin warns Netanyahu: You will turn into a 'legitimate target'

Behind the scenes:

Bennett's mediation efforts between Russia and Ukraine

Watch: Former PM Naftali Bennett speaks about his efforts to mediate between Putin and Zelensky at the beginning of the war

Bennett's mediation efforts between Russia and Ukraine

Putin at WWII memorial: We're again threatened by German tanks

'We're being threatened again by German Leopard tanks with crosses painted on their armor.'

Putin at WWII memorial: We're again threatened by German tanks

Boris Johnson:

'Putin threatened me with a missile strike'

In interview with BBC, former British PM says Russian President told him "it would only take a minute" to hurt Johnson with a missile.

'Putin threatened me with a missile strike'

Reading Putin’s mind

What must the Russian dictator be thinking? Op-ed.

Reading Putin’s mind

Zelenskyy: Putin is probably dead

Ukrainian leader speculates about likelihood Russian president has died.

Zelenskyy: Putin is probably dead

Media channel close to Kremlin

'Putin suffering from dizziness and headaches, tires quickly'

The General SVR Telegram channel claims that the Russian president's doctors 'advised him to stay away from public events'.

'Putin suffering from dizziness and headaches, tires quickly'

Putin: West is using Ukraine to weaken and split Russia

Putin in New Year message: "Western elites encouraged neo-Nazis who conducted open terrorism against civilians in the Donbas"

Putin: West is using Ukraine to weaken and split Russia

Russian foreign minister warns US against assassinating Putin

Sergey Lavrov claims US planning 'decapitation strike' to take out Putin, describes 'consequences of such plans.'

Russian foreign minister warns US against assassinating Putin

Op-ed:

Negotiate a Ukrainian-Russian accord based on the Egyptian Model

Netanyahu has the ability to help the sides reach an accord and also keep 10 million Ukrainians from freezing to death this winter. Op-ed.

Negotiate a Ukrainian-Russian accord based on the Egyptian Model

Putin:

'Russia is ready for talks to end Ukraine war'

Russian President says his country is “prepared to negotiate some acceptable outcomes” to end fighting.

'Russia is ready for talks to end Ukraine war'

Putin's phone call:

Russian President congratulates Netanyahu on government

The two leaders discussed various issues including the war in Ukraine and the Iranian threat.

Russian President congratulates Netanyahu on government

It is in America’s interest to end the war in Ukraine

Continuing the war harms the West and endangers its battle to attain other critical strategic objectives. Op-ed.

It is in America’s interest to end the war in Ukraine

German Finance Minister:

'I learned from the light of Hanukkah that Putin will not win'

Minister Christian Lindner blasts Russian President over war in Ukraine, hints that his country will lead further sanctions.

'I learned from the light of Hanukkah that Putin will not win'

Critic of Putin-backed Chechen strongman assassinated

Blogger who frequently spoke out against Chechen leader tied to Putin had fled to Sweden 5 years ago.

Critic of Putin-backed Chechen strongman assassinated

Putin's unusual request of Israel

Moscow sought to make sure that Israel would not interfere with the transfer of defense measures from Syria to Ukraine.

Putin's unusual request of Israel

Report: Putin falls down stairs at Moscow residence

Russian president stumbles down steps at official residence, fueling theories about his health troubles.

Report: Putin falls down stairs at Moscow residence

Watch:

Putin visibly shaken, 'apologizes' to moms of killed soldiers

Putin tells mothers of soldiers killed in Ukraine that he 'shares their pain' and that, 'nothing can replace their children.'

Putin visibly shaken, 'apologizes' to moms of killed soldiers

Merkel on Ukraine war: ‘I didn't have the power to get my way’

Ex-German chancellor regrets not being able to convince Putin not to invade Ukraine but says she was considered a lame duck at that point.

Merkel on Ukraine war: ‘I didn't have the power to get my way’

Putin plans to revoke citizenship of military critics

Putin plans new laws to take away citizenship of Russians criticizing military and long list of other offenses.

Putin plans to revoke citizenship of military critics

Putin and Iranian President speak, stress cooperation

Russian President Vladimir Putin speaks to Iranian President Ebrahim Raisi, with both leaders placing emphasis on deepening cooperation.

Putin and Iranian President speak, stress cooperation

​​​​​​​Putin decides not to attend G20 summit in Bali

With White House urging Russia to be kicked out of G20, Putin will be represented at upcoming summit by senior officials.

​​​​​​​Putin decides not to attend G20 summit in Bali

Russian activists meet in Poland, plot Putin’s removal

Group of ex-Russian officials and activists discuss regime change, including eliminating Putin or triggering a civil war inside Russia.

Russian activists meet in Poland, plot Putin’s removal

Some truth about what is happening in Ukraine

America should be ashamed for its part in encouraging Zelenskyy to continue to fight for impossible goals instead of encouraging peace.Op-ed

Some truth about what is happening in Ukraine

Oligarch on US elections: ‘We interfere and we will interfere’

Close confidant of Putin tells reporter that Russia uses 'pinpoint operations' to meddle in US elections.

Oligarch on US elections: ‘We interfere and we will interfere’

Watch: Putin's rumoured goddaughter flees Russia

The Russian journalist and TV personality had her apartment raided and was facing a criminal investigation.

Watch: Putin's rumoured goddaughter flees Russia

'The girl is a little out of her mind:' Putin slams Truss

Russia's President says Britain's PM was 'endangering world peace.'

'The girl is a little out of her mind:' Putin slams Truss

Russia conducts nuclear attack response drill

Moscow rehearses drill responding to nuclear strike with subs, planes and missiles.

Russia conducts nuclear attack response drill

Watch: Russian soldiers stage mutiny against Putin

Dozens of mobilized soldiers openly challenge their President and his leadership.

Watch: Russian soldiers stage mutiny against Putin

Putin declares martial law in 4 annexed Ukrainian regions

Russian leader also announces that movement is being restricted in eight areas bordering Ukraine.

Putin declares martial law in 4 annexed Ukrainian regions

White House:

'Deeply disappointed that Abbas mistrusts Biden'

White House criticizes PA chairman's comment to Russian President that US can't mediate peace talks with Israel.

'Deeply disappointed that Abbas mistrusts Biden'

Putin:

'No need for massive new strikes on Ukraine'

Days after missile strikes on Kyiv, Russian President says his country is not looking to destroy Ukraine.

'No need for massive new strikes on Ukraine'

Abbas to Putin:

'We don't trust America to mediate conflict with Israel'

PA chairman tells Russian President he does not trust the US but is "completely satisfied" with Russia's position towards Palestinian Arabs.

'We don't trust America to mediate conflict with Israel'

Controversial

About my controversial Zelensky column. Op-ed.

Controversial

Biden to CNN:

'I don’t think Putin will use nuclear weapon against Ukraine'

US President says he believes Putin is a “rational actor” who nonetheless badly misjudged his ability to invade Ukraine.

'I don’t think Putin will use nuclear weapon against Ukraine'