Reuters agency removed a video recording of a conversation between Putin and Xi Jinping about living up to 150 years. The reason was the withdrawal of permission to use the footage by China's state television.
Another tanker with Russian gas from the Arctic LNG 2 project has docked at the Chinese port of Tishang. This is the second cargo from the sanctioned project to arrive in China.
On September 5, US President Donald Trump will sign an executive order changing the name of the Department of Defense to the Department of War. Secretary of Defense Pete Hegseth will officially be referred to as the Secretary of War.
Putin's visit to China ended without concrete agreements on the Power of Siberia-2 gas pipeline, despite his statements about "consensus". Beijing limited itself to general phrases about "promoting infrastructure projects."
President Zelenskyy stated that some partners, who declare their fight against the Russian aggressor, are simultaneously meeting with Putin in China. He emphasized that international pressure is insufficient, and Putin does not feel threatened, having significant financial reserves.
Chinese companies supplied parts and materials worth at least 55 million euros to Russian firms sanctioned for drone production. Almost a quarter of these supplies went to companies involved in the production of Iranian Shahed kamikaze drones.
EU High Representative Kaja Kallas called the joint meeting of the leaders of China, North Korea, and Russia in Beijing a "direct challenge" to the international system. She characterized it as the building of an "anti-Western world order."
Andriy Kovalenko compared the 1969 conflict between the USSR and China on Damansky Island to the current relations between Beijing and Moscow. He noted that Russia has turned into a "raw material appendage" of China, which symbolizes the end of its imperial ambitions.
The leaders of China, Russia, and North Korea discussed the possibility of living to 150 years old during their ascent to the Tiananmen Gate. Putin mentioned organ transplantation, while Xi Jinping spoke about longevity forecasts.
A military parade was held in Beijing to mark the 80th anniversary of Japan's surrender. For the first time, Xi Jinping, Vladimir Putin, and Kim Jong Un appeared together on the tribune.
Donald Trump congratulated Chinese leader Xi Jinping on the anniversary of the end of World War II, recalling US support. He also sent "greetings" to Putin and Kim Jong Un.
Kremlin aide Yuriy Ushakov stated that the deployment of a Chinese peacekeeping contingent in Ukraine was not discussed during the negotiations between Putin and Xi Jinping. A new round of consultations between the Russian and US foreign ministries is also planned.
Aide to Russian President Putin, Yuriy Ushakov, announced the preparation of another round of consultations between the US and Russia. The dialogue will primarily concern Ukraine.
China is introducing a trial visa-free regime for Russian citizens with biometric foreign passports starting September 15, 2025. Russians will be able to stay in the country for up to 30 days without a visa; the program will be valid for one year.
Oil prices are rising due to fears of disruptions in crude oil supplies to global markets caused by Ukrainian drone strikes on Russian export infrastructure. Brent crude rose to $68.35 per barrel, and US WTI to $64.82.
The meeting of the leaders of China and Russia in Beijing confirmed close ties. Bilateral trade reached a new record of $245 billion in 2024.
Slovak Prime Minister Robert Fico announced a meeting with Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy on September 5. This will happen after his return from Beijing, where Fico will participate in a parade and meet with the leaders of China and Russia.
Chinese leader Xi Jinping stated the necessity of a multipolar world at the SCO summit on September 1, 2025, in Tianjin. He emphasized the equal participation of countries and fair global governance.
The Prime Minister of India met with Putin and the Chinese leader at the SCO summit. Issues of economic, political partnership and security were discussed.
Armenia and China officially entered into a strategic partnership, agreeing to expand cooperation in political, economic, and humanitarian spheres. Armenian Prime Minister Nikol Pashinyan and Chinese President Xi Jinping signed a joint statement during the SCO summit, reaffirming support for the "one China" principle.
Russian dictator Vladimir Putin and Slovak Prime Minister Robert Fico may meet in China. The meeting will take place during a parade in Beijing dedicated to the end of World War II in the Asian theater of operations.
Chinese leader Xi Jinping hosts Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi and Russian dictator Vladimir Putin at a security summit. This shows how Xi is trying to turn history, diplomacy, and military might into tools for transforming the world order.
Azerbaijani President Ilham Aliyev met with Chinese President Xi Jinping in Tianjin during the SCO summit. The parties discussed strategic partnership, growing trade, and cooperation in energy and digitalization.
Russian dictator Vladimir Putin began a four-day visit to China, where he will take part in the SCO summit. The Kremlin views the trip as an opportunity to strengthen cooperation with Beijing.
Brazil proposes an extraordinary BRICS summit to coordinate a common response to US trade challenges. The initiative gained urgency after the US raised tariffs on Brazilian products.
Turkish President Recep Tayyip Erdogan arrived in Tianjin to participate in the SCO summit. Bilateral meetings are planned, including with the leaders of China and Russia, to discuss regional security and economic cooperation.
Putin announced his intention to discuss the intensification of economic cooperation with Chinese leader Xi Jinping. The meeting will take place in China at the Shanghai Cooperation Organization summit.
Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi is visiting China for the first time in seven years, meeting with Xi Jinping and Putin. This visit is a signal to the US amid deteriorating relations over tariffs.
Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi and Russian dictator Vladimir Putin will visit Tianjin on August 31 to participate in the SCO summit. Political scientist Taras Zahorodnii explained the leaders' goals and China's role in this event.
PRC Chairman Xi Jinping has launched a large-scale purge among generals, dismissing or arresting 14 of the 79 officers he appointed. This comes after his re-election in 2022 and is aimed at fighting corruption and consolidating power.
