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Trump hits Russia’s oil giants with sanctions, demands ceasefire

Trump imposes major sanctions on Russia’s top oil firms, urging a Ukraine ceasefire. Treasury warns of further action and calls on allies to join the effort to pressure Putin’s war machine.

Trump hits Russia’s oil giants with sanctions, demands ceasefire

Putin congratulates Trump for Gaza peace deal

US, Russian Presidents speak by phone. 'I actually believe that the success in the Middle East will help in our negotiation in attaining an end to the War with Russia/Ukraine,' Trump says.

Putin congratulates Trump for Gaza peace deal

al-Julani asks Putin to extradite Assad

Syrian President al-Julani arrives in Russia for his first official visit, 'President al-Julani demands the extradition of everyone who committed war crimes and is in Russia,' a Syrian source said.

al-Julani asks Putin to extradite Assad

Putin:

'Trump’s Gaza ceasefire could be a historic achievement'

Russian President Putin praises Trump’s Gaza ceasefire efforts, offers Russian support.

'Trump’s Gaza ceasefire could be a historic achievement'

Putin to meet Iran’s Pezeshkian amid sanctions showdown

Putin will meet Iran’s President in China following the E3’s announcement that it will reimpose sanctions on Iran over nuclear non-compliance.

Putin to meet Iran’s Pezeshkian amid sanctions showdown

New hope for Ukraine:

Trump arranging Putin-Zelenskyy summit

President Trump announces he is arranging a direct meeting between Presidents Putin and Zelenskyy to negotiate an end to the nearly four-year-long war in Ukraine. The announcement follows a day of high-level meetings at the White House.

Trump arranging Putin-Zelenskyy summit

Alaska summit

Putin and Trump meet for critical talks on Ukraine

Russian President Putin and US President Trump arrive in Alaska for a summit focusing on the Ukraine war. The meeting will include key advisers from both sides.

Putin and Trump meet for critical talks on Ukraine

Putin speaks out:

'Ensure Iran’s nuclear rights and Israel’s security'

Russian President speaks out about the tensions between Iran and Israel, states Iranian society is consolidating amidst Israeli air strikes and stresses the need for a resolution ensuring both Iran's peaceful nuclear rights and Israel's unconditional security.

'Ensure Iran’s nuclear rights and Israel’s security'

Trump: Israel-Iran war 'should end'

US President Donald Trump says Israel-Iran war 'should end,' following a call with Russian President Putin; Iran cancels planned nuclear talks with the US in Oman, citing Israel’s military actions.

Trump: Israel-Iran war 'should end'

Trump reveals:

Russia may aid in resolving Iran nuclear issue

US President says Putin agrees Iran must not obtain nuclear weapons; warns Tehran is stalling as time runs short.

Russia may aid in resolving Iran nuclear issue

Zelenskyy to Putin:

'Meet me in Turkey—but only if you halt the fighting'

Ukrainian President Zelenskyy says he will meet Putin in Turkey on Thursday if Russia agrees to a 30-day ceasefire. Russia has proposed talks without preconditions but ignored the ceasefire demand.

'Meet me in Turkey—but only if you halt the fighting'

Abbas in meeting with Putin:

'Israel is waging a war of extermination in Gaza'

Palestinian Authority chairman meets Russian President and accuses Israel of "aggression" against civilians, calling for an immediate ceasefire and the delivery of humanitarian aid to Gaza. Putin reiterates his support for Palestinian rights.

'Israel is waging a war of extermination in Gaza'

Netanyahu thanks Putin for helping free Sasha Troufanov

Israeli Premier speaks by phone with Russian President to mark Victory in Europe Day this week.

Netanyahu thanks Putin for helping free Sasha Troufanov

Putin:

'I hope we won't have to use nuclear weapons'

Russian president makes threat regarding Russia's nuclear arsenal, says Russia can bring his war in Ukraine to a "logical conclusion."

'I hope we won't have to use nuclear weapons'

French FM:

'This is the real reason Putin announced a ceasefire for Easter'

Frech govt. comments on Russian President Vladimir Putin's decision to announce a temporary ceasefire that has already ended and was fraught with violations by the Russian side

'This is the real reason Putin announced a ceasefire for Easter'

Putin signs law to strengthen cooperation with Iran

Russian President signs law aimed at deepening ties between Moscow and Tehran across various fields.

Putin signs law to strengthen cooperation with Iran

Putin announces ceasefire for Easter

The President of Russia announced a ceasefire in honor of the Christian Easter until Sunday at midnight.

Putin announces ceasefire for Easter

Russia seeks to strengthen ties with Iran

Following a meeting in Moscow between President Putin and Iranian Foreign Minister Araghchi, the Russian Foreign Ministry stated: 'We intend to further expand mutually beneficial ties with Iran.'

Russia seeks to strengthen ties with Iran

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Putin hosts captivity survivor Sasha Troufanov, thanks Hamas

Russian President Vladimir Putin hosts former hostages, including Sasha Troufanov, who was released in the most recent deal, at the Kremlin for the first time.

Putin hosts captivity survivor Sasha Troufanov, thanks Hamas

Crescent rising over Russia: the numbers that keep Putin awake

From Marseille to Moscow, the “multi” will eventually give way to a single “uni.” Or, more precisely, a single ummah. Faster than you think. Look at the numbers. Opinion.

Crescent rising over Russia: the numbers that keep Putin awake

Trump threats Iran:

'There will be bombing like they have never seen before'

The US President threatened severe consequences if Iran refuses a nuclear deal.

'There will be bombing like they have never seen before'

Did Putin make Steve Witkoff wait 8 hours?

Trump calls report Russian President humiliated his special envoy 'fake news,' says there was 'no wait whatsoever.'

Did Putin make Steve Witkoff wait 8 hours?

Is Russia planning to attack another European country?

Head of Germany's intelligence service says Putin may 'examine NATO's Article 5', which states attacking a NATO member constitutes an attack against all members.

Is Russia planning to attack another European country?

Report:

Putin ready to mediate between US and Iran

Trump has reportedly asked Putin to work with Iran on the nuclear issue and support for terrorist organizations. Moscow expressed its willingness to help advance negotiations between Washington and Tehran.

Putin ready to mediate between US and Iran

'Whoever saves even 1 life'

Russian Chief Rabbi thanks Putin for release of Sasha Troufanov

Chief Rabbi of Russia, Rabbi Berel Lazar, meets Russian President Vladimir Putin following the release of Russian citizen Alexander Sasha Troufanov after nearly 500 days in Hamas captivity.

Russian Chief Rabbi thanks Putin for release of Sasha Troufanov

Report:

US intelligence believes Putin not interested in peace in Ukraine

Intelligence and congressional officials tell NBC Russian President is still seeking to conquer Ukraine and his not interested in permanently ending his war against his neighbor.

US intelligence believes Putin not interested in peace in Ukraine

Chief Rabbi of Russia:

'Putin is involved in the efforts to release the hostages'

Rabbi Berel Lazar reveals the depth of the Russian involvement in the hostage crisis and describes the extensive diplomatic efforts led by President Putin.

'Putin is involved in the efforts to release the hostages'

Efforts to end Ukraine war:

Trump 'likely' to meet Putin in Saudi Arabia

US President announces that he anticipates multiple in-person meetings with Russian President, with the first likely to take place in Saudi Arabia at a date not yet known.

Trump 'likely' to meet Putin in Saudi Arabia

Trump and Putin plan summit to end Ukraine War

Russian President responded positively to President Trump's call to end the war in Ukraine, expressing willingness to meet and discuss peaceful solutions.

Trump and Putin plan summit to end Ukraine War

The Jewish Chessboard

Israel becomes a pawn in the arcane world of geopolitics – and why we must take notice of the larger picture. Opinion.

The Jewish Chessboard

Putin apologizes for Azerbaijani plane downing in Kazakhstan

Russian President Vladimir Putin apologized to Azerbaijani President Ilham Aliyev for the downing of an Azerbaijani plane in Kazakhstan.

Putin apologizes for Azerbaijani plane downing in Kazakhstan

Blaming 'ethnic Jews':

Putin claims the church is 'being tortured'

Vladimir Putin accuses ‘ethnic Jews’ of tearing apart the Russian Orthodox Church. 'They're godless people, ethnic Jews, but has anyone seen them in a synagogue? I don't think so.'

Putin claims the church is 'being tortured'

Putin:

'Israel is the main beneficiary of the situation in Syria'

Russian President refutes claims that Russia's nine-year intervention in Syria was a failure, voices concerns about Israel's military activities in the region following the ousting of Assad.

'Israel is the main beneficiary of the situation in Syria'

Trump:

'Iran is weakened by Israel's fighting and success'

US President-Elect reacts to overthrow regime of Syrian dictator Bashar al-Assad, says Russia lost interest in defending Assad due to being bogged down with the Ukraine War.

'Iran is weakened by Israel's fighting and success'

Angela Merkel:

Trump fascinated by Putin and Kim Jong-Un

Former German Chancellor Angela Merkel discussed her views on Trump, Putin, and her experiences during her leadership in a CNN interview.

Trump fascinated by Putin and Kim Jong-Un

ICC President:

'US and Russian attacks on us are shameful and appalling'

Judge Tomoko Akane, president of International Criminal Court, criticizes Russia for targeting the court’s prosecutors and judges over investigation into Putin, as well as Senator Lindsey Graham's threat to sanction the court over arrest warrants for Israelis.

'US and Russian attacks on us are shameful and appalling'

Ukraine denies reports of race for nuclear weapons

German media alleges that Ukraine seeks a new deterrent amid growing fears that Trump will withdraw US support for the war against Russia.

Ukraine denies reports of race for nuclear weapons

Russian official:

'Russia is prepared to assist in reaching a deal in Lebanon'

An official in the Kremlin has confirmed reports that Russia would be involved in talks between Israel and Lebanon.

'Russia is prepared to assist in reaching a deal in Lebanon'

During conversation last week

Trump's warning to Putin

US President-elect Donald Trump spoke with the Russian President this past Thursday and cautioned him about Ukraine

Trump's warning to Putin

Russia: Putin signs treaty with North Korea into law

Russia-North Korea treaty which includes mutual defense treaty is signed into Russian law by President Vladimir Putin.

Russia: Putin signs treaty with North Korea into law

'A brave man'

Putin congratulates Trump on election victory

In first public comments on US election, Russian President congratulates Trump on his victory and commends Trump’s courage during the assassination attempt against him last July.

Putin congratulates Trump on election victory

Whither goes Putin... and what for?

Putin is playing with an Iranian version of the Trojan Horse. Opinion.

Whither goes Putin... and what for?

Russia and Iran:

'Our positions are close'

The presidents of Russia and Iran met in Turkmenistan and discussed the situation in the Middle East. The two countries are expected to sign a strategic partnership agreement.

'Our positions are close'

Zelensky:

A turning point in the Ukraine-Russia war?

Just over a week after first Ukrainian soldier sets foot on Russian soil, Moscow seems to be struggling to gain control.

A turning point in the Ukraine-Russia war?

Abbas backed by Vladimir Putin

PA chairman meets in Moscow with Russian President Putin, calls on the international community to force the two-state solution on Israel.

Abbas backed by Vladimir Putin

Report:

Putin asks Khamenei to show restraint after Haniyeh assassination

Russian President reportedly asks Iran's Supreme Leader to avoid causing harm to civilians as it responds to assassination of Hamas leader in Tehran.

Putin asks Khamenei to show restraint after Haniyeh assassination

Freed Jewish journalist asks to interview Vladimir Putin

Jewish journalist Evan Gershkovich, who was released last week from the Russian prison, wrote in his pardon request that he wishes to interview Russian President Vladimir Putin.

Freed Jewish journalist asks to interview Vladimir Putin

What’s ahead: America or Amerika?

Putin and Xi perceive this period as one of American vulnerability. Op-ed.

What’s ahead: America or Amerika?

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Biden mistakenly introduces Zelenskyy as 'President Putin'

President Biden introduces Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy as "President Putin" before correcting himself.

Biden mistakenly introduces Zelenskyy as 'President Putin'

Putin dreams of Third Rome. It will be a Second Mecca

Six months after invading Ukraine in 2022, Putin signed a decree reinstating the Soviet-era “Mother Heroine” award, given to women with ten children. The first winner was Medni Kadyrova, wife of the Chechen dictator Ramzan Kadyrov. Who is he trying to fool? Op-ed.

Putin dreams of Third Rome. It will be a Second Mecca

Russia, North Korea, sign mutual defense agreement

Russian Pres. Vladimir Putin pays first visit to North Korea in 24 years, signs agreement with North Korea's Kim Jong Un that the countries will defend each other against attacks.

Russia, North Korea, sign mutual defense agreement

Putin lashes out at Israel:

'Complete elimination of the population in Gaza'

Russian President criticizes Israel over its operations in Gaza: What is currently happening in Gaza in response to the terrorist attack on Israel does not resemble a war at all.

'Complete elimination of the population in Gaza'

Israel's population is 15 percent Russian. Where Is Putin?

Putin's manipulation of world attention towards Israel as a violator of human rights serves as a convenient distraction for Russia's own aggressive actions in Ukraine. Opinion.

Israel's population is 15 percent Russian.  Where Is Putin?

Breaking a 200+ year record:

Putin sworn in for another term as President of Russia

Russian President Vladimir Putin was sworn in for a fifth term as President of Russia. At the end of his term he will have broken the record of one of the most prominent leaders of his country – Joseph Stalin.

Putin sworn in for another term as President of Russia

Report:

Putin did not order Navalny killed

A new report contradicts the widespread presumption in the western world that Russian President Vladimir Putin had assassinated yet another political rival.

Putin did not order Navalny killed

Putin acknowledges:

'Moscow terrorists are radical Islamists'

Russian President says the terrorists who killed 139 people at a suburban Moscow concert hall are “radical Islamists,” but again claims Ukraine could have played a role in the attack.

'Moscow terrorists are radical Islamists'

Expert on Russia:

Russia will not be a democracy for at least a generation

Prof. Mark Galeotti, British expert on Russia, said that even though Putin’s could be ousted, the country is not going to become a democracy in the coming generation.

Russia will not be a democracy for at least a generation

Zelenskyy:

'Putin trying to shift the blame for Moscow attack'

Ukrainian President blasts Russian President who claimed that the four terrorists arrested for deadly attack on concert hall were traveling toward Ukraine.

'Putin trying to shift the blame for Moscow attack'

US officials fear another shared Trump-Putin term

Numerous senior intelligence figures noted that if Donald Trump is reelected - as Putin recently was - he could easily begin putting Russian interests ahead of American ones.

US officials fear another shared Trump-Putin term

Putin in victory speech:

'I agreed to swap Navalny before he died'

Russian President, as expected, headed towards landslide victory in presidential elections: No one will succeed in intimidating us.

'I agreed to swap Navalny before he died'