Vladimir Putin

Putin: Oreshnik missiles capable of withstanding extreme temperatures

Kremlin says there is still no concrete detail on possible Trump-Putin meeting

The Kremlin confirmed a mutual desire for a Trump–Putin meeting to discuss ending the Ukraine war, though details remain unsettled as both sides work on preparing a productive encounter.

Rubio: Trump-Putin Meeting Depends on Progress in Ukraine

Marco Rubio says a Trump-Putin meeting hinges on resolving the Ukraine war.

Putin invites Xi and Trump to Moscow for victory celebration

Russian President has invited his U.S. counterpart, along with leaders from many other countries to Moscow in May to attend the 80th anniversary of the end of World War II, which Russians refer to as the "Great Patriotic War."

Ukrainians fear that Trump may push for a resolution that favors Putin.

Ukrainians believe that Russia is not interested in ending the war and will not make any concessions despite the talks.

New York Post: Trump calls Putin

The New York Post reports that U.S. President Donald Trump has been in talks with Russian President, Vladimir Putin, attempting to find a resolution to the war in Ukraine.

Putin says if Trump was reelected in 2020, Ukrainian conflict might not have occurred

Putin claims the Ukraine crisis might have been avoided if Trump had won in 2020, emphasizing Russia’s openness to talks and critiquing US sanctions under Biden.

Trump calls for meeting with Putin to end Ukraine war

U.S. President Trump expresses urgency to meet Putin to end the war in Ukraine, emphasizing the tragic loss of life.

Vladimir Putin apologises to Ilham Aliyev over Aktau plane crash

During the phone conversation, Vladimir Putin expressed his apologies regarding the tragic incident on December 25 involving an Azerbaijan Airlines passenger plane operating the Baku-Grozny route, which experienced external physical-technical interference within Russian airspace.

President Aliyev calls Putin, cancels CIS Summit amid plane tragedy

President Aliyev informed Putin he would miss the CIS summit after an Azerbaijan Airlines plane crash. The two leaders exchanged condolences and wished the injured a quick recovery.

Putin says Russia is ready to compromise with Trump on Ukraine war

Putin signals readiness for talks on Ukraine, open to compromise but firm on key terms. Russia advances in conflict, as Moscow calls for legitimate Ukrainian authorities in any deal.

Putin says Russia is moving closer to achieving goals in Ukraine

Russian President Vladimir Putin announced progress towards key military objectives in Ukraine, praised the invincibility of Russia's hypersonic missile, and challenged Western air defenses in a bold statement during his annual Q&A session.

Russia teams up with BRICS to create AI alliance, Putin says

President Putin announced Russia's AI Alliance Network with BRICS nations and other partners, aiming to challenge U.S. dominance in AI. This collaboration seeks to advance research, regulation, and market opportunities in the AI sector.

Russian Foreign Ministry says Moscow is not willing to make concessions on Ukraine

Russia has ruled out concessions on Ukraine, urging implementation of President Putin's peace proposals, which demand NATO exclusion and recognition of annexed territories.

Putin approves military focused 2025-2027 budget

Russia approves a military-focused budget for 2025-2027, boosting defence spending by 25% while keeping a third of expenditures classified, prioritising war needs and social support.

Inside Russia’s new missile, ‘Oreshnik’

Putin discusses energy ties and trade on visit to Kazakhstan

Russian President Vladimir Putin visited Kazakhstan on Wednesday, and discussed boosting energy and industry ties and easing a row over farm goods with the Central Asian nation which exports most of its oil through Russia but is exploring alternatives.

Ukraine needs better air defences, Zelenskyy says after Russian drone attack

Russia waives debt for soldiers enlisting in Ukraine conflict

Reaction to Putin's approval of a new Russian nuclear doctrine

Russian President Vladimir Putin has approved a new nuclear doctrine, lowering the threshold for a nuclear strike in response to a broader range of conventional attacks. Here is some international reaction to Tuesday's move:

Putin Issues Nuclear Warning to US with Updated Doctrine

Russian President Vladimir Putin has approved an update to its nuclear doctrine, warning of a potential nuclear response to conventional missile attacks backed by a nuclear power. This follows the approval of US allowing Ukraine to use its long-range missiles into Russia.