Vladimir Putin
Putin urged Russians to vote as a contribution to victory and support for the army. The CPD considers this an attempt to turn the elections into a referendum on the war.
Zelenskyy said that China has influence over Russia but is not pressuring it for the sake of peace. According to him, Beijing is politically closer to Russia.
The U. S. House of Representatives approved the bill by 262 votes. The document provides for sanctions and tariffs against Russia and its allies.
Andrey Zvyagintsev’s film "Minotaur" will represent France at the Oscars. The film received the Grand Prix at the 2026 Cannes Film Festival.
Todd Blanche said he sees no grounds for investigating the payment for the celebrations of Trump Jr. by Russian national Umar Kremlyov. Democrats in Congress will examine the gift.
Democrats in the U. S. Congress are investigating a Russian businessman’s payment for Donald Trump Jr.’s wedding parties in the Bahamas. The oligarch did not provide any objections.
Major General Anton Hrunis, commander of the Russian 4th Brigade, was killed in Ukraine. He reported to Putin about the alleged capture of Kostiantynivka.
Kaja Kallas said she would answer a call from Putin or Lavrov. She opposes negotiations on Russia's maximalist terms.
Ukraine is ready for an energy truce, but Russia continues to strike energy facilities and critical infrastructure.
The "Valdai" forum was moved to Moscow amid fears of drone attacks. Putin's security service insisted that the decision be made.
The bill provides for tariffs of up to 500% on goods from Russia and its energy partners. The measure could be brought to a vote as early as this week.
The North Korean leader spoke of deepening cooperation with Russia and its victory in the war against Ukraine. Pyongyang has already sent troops to its side.
The Russian city of Taganrog, home to important defense-industry enterprises and a military airfield, has effectively been left without air defenses. The Russian Federation is concentrating its systems near Moscow and the residences of the leadership.
NATO allies are considering a response to sabotage, cyberattacks, and strikes by the Russian Federation. There is currently no consensus on invoking Article 5.
In 2001–2025, capital outflows from the Russian economy reached 130% of GDP. The total amount of funds moved out could have exceeded $1 trillion.
Putin is in no hurry to stop strikes on Ukraine's energy infrastructure before winter, hoping to increase pressure on Kyiv. Moscow did not confirm Trump's statement.
Germany’s defense minister called the Russian drone strike on a train near the Polish border an attempt to sow fear in Europe. He called for not giving in to provocations.
Margus Tsahkna called support for Ukraine an investment in Europe's security. He called for strengthening air defense, military assistance and sanctions against the Russian Federation.
Russia struck the area of the Yahodyn–Dorohusk border crossing. Sybiha called for new sanctions and restrictions on the production of missiles and drones.
According to the former British prime minister, Ukraine must inflict serious damage on Russian infrastructure, using drones and Flamingo missiles.
Poland’s foreign minister said that NATO should conduct more exercises near Russia’s Kaliningrad region. According to him, this could force the Kremlin to redeploy forces from Ukraine.
In Vilnius, the Kremlin's threats were described as political and psychological pressure. Lithuanian politicians stated that the country is already a potential target of the Russian Federation.
Russian schoolchildren from the 6th grade onward will watch propaganda films during lessons. The Center for Countering Disinformation called this part of a strategy to militarize children.
The US is satisfied with the talks in Moscow and Kyiv and hopes for a trilateral meeting. The most difficult issue remains the territories.
The President also stated the need to strengthen sanctions against the aggressor, rather than weaken the victim.
The head of the Russian Foreign Ministry said that it would be "enough for Zelenskyy to come" to Moscow for negotiations. According to him, Russia would not stop the war during this period.
Oleh Ivashchenko said that a Russian recruit lives for an average of 20–30 minutes at the front. Russian generals are asking for 800,000 people to be mobilized.
Zelenskyy said he was ready to meet with Putin at the G20 summit in Miami. Peskov suggested that he come to Moscow.
The Kremlin said that Putin's trip to the G20 summit in Miami has not yet been discussed. Zelenskyy is ready to meet with him at the summit.
Zelenskyy said he is ready to meet with Putin at the G20 in Miami if Putin comes. He called the outcome the main goal of the negotiations.