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What was Steven Seagal doing at Vladimir Putin's big Victory Day celebration? Here's what reports are saying Steven Seagal, a long-time supporter of Vladimir Putin and now a Russian citizen, attended Russia's Victory Day parade in Moscow, marking the 80th anniversary of Nazi Germany's defeat. He was seen alongside the Night Wolves biker club, drawing atten...
13 May, 2025, 09.53 PM ISTBandung and the fruits of Nehru’s mango diplomacy In 1955, Prime Minister Nehru used mangoes—specifically Alphonsos—as a soft power tool during pivotal Cold War diplomacy. These sweet gestures, such as sharing mangoes with Chinese Premier Chou En-Lai, helped ease tensions and build trust among lead...
11 May, 2025, 07.36 PM ISTWith India-Pakistan escalating conflict, Delhi identifies metro stations, basements as public air raid shelters Delhi Police is boosting emergency readiness by identifying underground shelters and forming a specialised disaster response unit. Basements and metro stations are being earmarked as safe zones, while police compile lists of vulnerable residents for...
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How Putin uses USSR's victory in World War II to rally support for him and war in Ukraine Russia observes Victory Day on May 9, a key holiday. It commemorates the Soviet Union's World War II sacrifice. President Vladimir Putin uses the day to promote patriotism. He also justifies the Ukraine invasion. The celebrations face challenges thi...
08 May, 2025, 12.25 PM ISTChina's Xi arrives in Moscow in show of support for Putin after Ukrainian drones target capital President Xi Jinping's visit to Moscow occurs amidst escalating tensions, highlighted by Ukrainian drone attacks on the Russian capital. Xi's presence at the World War Two commemoration parade offers Putin a significant diplomatic boost, showcasing ...
07 May, 2025, 10.05 PM ISTPutin completes quarter century, polls show he's still popular in Kremlin's hot seat Vladimir Putin marked 25 years as Russia's leader, rising from an obscure ex-KGB colonel to a dominant political figure. He addressed the search for a successor while highlighting his achievements in stabilizing Russia after Yeltsin's turbulent era.
06 May, 2025, 10.06 PM ISTUAE Deputy Prime Minister Shiekh Saif visits Russia as President Trump announces his first GCC visit Amidst global tensions, the UAE is emerging as a significant diplomatic force. Sheikh Saif's visit to Moscow highlights the UAE's neutral stance. The UAE is fostering cooperation with both Russia and the US. It emphasizes religious tolerance and reg...
06 May, 2025, 09.15 PM ISTUkraine drone attacks briefly shut down Moscow's international airports Moscow airports faced temporary flight suspensions due to intercepted Ukrainian drones. The attacks occurred amidst preparations for Victory Day. Celebrations will mark the 80th anniversary with leaders like Xi Jinping and Lula da Silva attending. U...
06 May, 2025, 08.20 PM ISTRussia says Putin will travel to China in August President Vladimir Putin will visit China in late August and early September, reciprocating Xi Jinping's trip to Russia for Victory Day. This visit continues a tradition of reciprocal attendance at major WWII anniversary events.
06 May, 2025, 08.05 PM ISTKremlin says Russia still plans to cease fire in Ukraine from May 8-10 but will respond if attacked The Kremlin announced that Russian forces intend to observe a ceasefire in Ukraine from May 8-10, following President Putin's orders to commemorate the 80th anniversary of the victory over Nazi Germany. While Putin hosts international leaders, inclu...
06 May, 2025, 04.39 PM ISTZelenskyy snubs short truce, won't play Putin's 'games' Volodymyr Zelenskyy dismissed Vladimir Putin's three-day truce offer as a theatrical move, expressing readiness for a full ceasefire while questioning Russia's intentions. The proposed truce coincided with Russia's World War II commemorations on May...
04 May, 2025, 12.03 AM ISTZelenskyy refuses to guarantee safety of Putin's foreign dignitaries to watch Red Square parade President Zelenskyy rejected Russia's offer of a three-day ceasefire for Victory Day, citing security concerns for foreign dignitaries attending the Moscow parade and demanding a 30-day ceasefire. Russia, through Dmitry Medvedev, dismissed Zelenskyy...
03 May, 2025, 07.13 PM ISTRajnath Singh set to skip Russia's victory day parade; junior defence minister to represent India Amid rising tensions with Pakistan following the Pahalgam terror attack, Defence Minister Rajnath Singh will not attend Russia's Victory Day parade. Instead, Minister of State for Defence Sanjay Seth is expected to represent India at the Moscow even...
03 May, 2025, 04.07 PM ISTPM Modi won’t go to Russia for May 9 Victory Day celebrations, confirms Kremlin Narendra Modi will not attend the Victory Day celebrations in Moscow. Dmitry Peskov made the announcement. Several leaders, including Xi Jinping, may attend. Rajnath Singh might represent India at the parade. Vladimir Putin is expected to visit Indi...
30 Apr, 2025, 02.57 PM ISTUS threatens to quit Russia-Ukraine effort unless 'concrete proposals' Secretary of State Marco Rubio warned on Tuesday that the United States would give up on mediation unless Russia and Ukraine put forward "concrete proposals," as US patience wanes on an early priority for Donald Trump. The United States already put ...
30 Apr, 2025, 11.00 AM ISTRussia announces 3-day ceasefire in Ukraine from May 8-10 amid Trump's peace efforts The Kremlin announced a three-day ceasefire in Ukraine from May 8 to May 10, coinciding with Russia's Victory Day celebrations. This announcement follows increased efforts by U.S. President Donald Trump to facilitate a peace agreement in the conflic...
28 Apr, 2025, 05.11 PM ISTShocked by US peace proposal, Ukrainians say they will not accept any formal surrender of Crimea A Trump administration peace proposal recognising Russian authority over Crimea has sparked outrage in Ukraine, with officials vowing never to formally surrender the peninsula. Experts say such a move is politically and legally impossible, requiring...
27 Apr, 2025, 11.50 AM ISTWhy a 2019 Balakot response won't work for 2025 Pahalgam Following calls for retaliation akin to the Balakot airstrikes, India faces a changed global landscape. Pakistan's alliance with Bangladesh and China, coupled with Chinese assertiveness in Ladakh, presents new challenges. India has also strained rel...
24 Apr, 2025, 03.58 PM ISTModi invited for V-Day celebrations, waiting for response: Kremlin Kremlin aide Yuri Ushakov announced that Prime Minister Narendra Modi has been invited to Moscow for the Victory Day celebrations on May 9, commemorating Russia's WWII victory. While Chinese President Xi Jinping has accepted the invitation, New Delh...
17 Apr, 2025, 07.29 PM ISTTo be announced: MEA on PM Modi's participation at Victory Day celebrations in Moscow on May 9 Prime Minister Narendra Modi has received an invitation from Russian President Vladimir Putin to attend the Victory Day celebrations in Moscow on May 9, marking the 80th anniversary of the Soviet Union's triumph over Nazi Germany. While India's part...
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