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Ukraine drones hit another refinery deep inside Russia

Ukrainian drones have struck a refinery 800km inside Russia as Kyiv continues to escalate attacks on Moscow's oil infrastructure.

AAP

Ukraine-Russia war latest: Trump dispatches 5,000 troops to Poland as Nato jets scrambled over Baltics

Trump had threatened to withdraw troops from Europe earlier this month

The Independent UK

Playing host to Putin and Trump, China sends a message – it’s now in the driver’s seat

It’s been quite a week for Beijing, with back-to-back visits by the leaders of the United States and Russia. Chinese President Xi Jinping has had his hands full with hosting duties, gun salutes, photo opportunities and high-level talks.

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Two superpowers, one host: How Xi handled Trump and Putin differently

Within days of each other, Chinese President Xi Jinping rolled out the red carpet in Beijing for two of the world’s most powerful and controversial leaders: US President Donald Trump and Russian President Vladimir Putin. The near-identical military ceremonies, cannon salutes and choreographed welcomes were carefully designed to project China…

The Times of India

Xi and Putin tout ‘new type’ of world order in Beijing – but is their alliance really that strong?

Less than a week after hosting Donald Trump, China’s leader Xi Jinping welcomed his Russian counterpart, Vladimir Putin, to Beijing. Unlike Trump’s visit, this was a routine meeting. The Chinese and Russian presidents have met more than 40 times since 2013, with the latest meeting marking Putin’s 25th visit to…

The Conversation

Xi and Putin unite to take swipe at Trump at Beijing summit but fail to clinch gas deal

China and Russia condemned the ‘law of the jungle’ approach to international affairs but could not agree on Power of Siberia 2 gas pipeline

The Independent UK

Xi and Putin unite in criticism of US, but fail to clinch big gas deal

China and Russia united against US President Donald Trump's missile defense plans and nuclear policy. Leaders Xi Jinping and Vladimir Putin met in Beijing. They emphasized strong ties and a multipolar world order. However, a long-sought gas pipeline deal between the two nations remained elusive. Discussions on energy cooperation continue.

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Same but different: how Xi and China welcomed Trump and Putin

Choreography of back-to-back visits appeared deliberately mirrored but China made sure the differences were noticed

The Guardian - UK

Nuclear energy, Taiwan and Trump's 'Golden Dome': 5 takeaways from Putin-Xi Jinping meet in Beijing

Just days after US President Donald Trump concluded his high-profile visit to Beijing, Chinese President Xi Jinping rolled out another elaborate welcome at the Great Hall of the People, this time for Russian President Vladimir Putin.

The Times of India

Pro-Kremlin actors launch large scale disinformation campaign targeting Armenia's elections

For several months, Armenia has been the target of a wide-ranging Russian disinformation campaign ahead of its parliamentary elections in early June. Researchers say the operation is among the most extensive in recent years. The Cube examines how and why false claims have been circulating.

Euronews

Xi and Putin highlight their friendship and cooperation on energy and other issues in Beijing visit

Russian President Vladimir Putin praised his close ties with Chinese leader Xi Jinping and said their countries are close partners in trade and international affairs as they opened bilateral talks Wednesday on his trip to Beijing

AAP

Xi welcomes Putin in Beijing, hails China’s ‘unyielding’ ties with Russia

Chinese President Xi Jinping on Wednesday welcomed Russian President Vladimir Putin in Beijing at the start of a visit focused on energy security. While Xi hailed his country's "unyielding" ties with Russia, Putin praised the "unprecedentedly high level" of bilateral cooperation despite "unfavourable external factors", without naming any third country.

France 24

Putin and Xi hail ties and energy trade at China talks

China and Russia's leaders have shared warm words and stressed their growing trade and energy ties at a summit in Beijing just days after Donald Trump's visit.

AAP

Xi and Putin meet to reaffirm China-Russia ties days after Trump's visit to Beijing

Chinese leader Xi Jinping has welcomed Russian President Vladimir Putin in Beijing in a meeting meant to reaffirm ties days after a visit by U.S. President Donald Trump to China

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Bangkok Post

Putin, Xi to underscore alliance strength after Trump visit

BEIJING - Russian President Vladimir Putin meets China's President Xi Jinping in Beijing on Wednesday, seeking to underline their unshakeable alliance in the wake of Donald Trump's visit to the Asian superpower economy.

AAP

Ukraine drone shot down by NATO jet over Estonia

Kyiv has blamed Moscow for steering one of its drones over Estonia, where it was shot down by a NATO jet.

The Economic Times

Putin lands in China for trip that aims to show unshakeable ties after Trump pomp

Russian President Vladimir Putin arrived in Beijing late on Tuesday for talks with his Chinese counterpart and "long-time good friend" Xi Jinping, intending to show their ties are unshakeable days after a visit by Donald Trump. - 'Dear, old friends' - Xi welcomed Putin with open arms as an "old…

The Guardian - UK

Russian jamming blamed after Nato jet downs Ukrainian drone over Estonia

Officials from Baltic states say Moscow behind latest such incident but also tell Kyiv to be more careful with its routing

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Euronews

NATO fighter jet downs stray Ukrainian drone over Estonia

For the first time, a NATO fighter jet shot down what is believed to have been a stray Ukrainian drone over the Baltic country. Ukraine apologised for the “unintended incident”, while Russia threatened retaliation.

International Business Times

Russia Conducts Three Days Of Nuclear Drills Involving Tens Of Thousands Of Troops

Russia has begun conducting three days of nuclear drills involving tens of thousands of troops and the launching of missiles.

Euronews

High risks, pitfalls and snubs: EU envoy for Russia talks faces job from hell

Whoever is appointed the European envoy for direct talks with Russia might come to regret it, as the task is laden with dangers that risk backfiring.

The Independent UK

Ukrainian drones attack Moscow in blow for Putin – what we know

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The Economic Times

Russia begins three days of nuclear drills

Russia has commenced a three-day nuclear weapons exercise across its territory. The drills involve over 65,000 soldiers and extensive military equipment. This exercise includes missile launches and participation from aircraft, ships, and submarines. The drills also extend to joint training with Belarus. President Vladimir Putin is scheduled to visit China…

Euronews

Washington or Moscow: China’s Xi Jinping hosts Putin days after Trump visit

Less than a week after the US president’s visit to China, it is now Vladimir Putin who is heading to Beijing. The question is which leader will prove the more persuasive partner for China — Washington or Moscow?

The Times of India

Has Russia lost 10% of its refining capacity? Ukraine launches drones as Moscow attacks Danube port city

Ukraine launched drone strikes on Russian regions, including those housing oil infrastructure, while Russia retaliated with attacks on Ukrainian port facilities. President Zelenskyy highlighted a significant drop in Russia's oil refining capacity due to these actions. Efforts to end the protracted conflict remain stalled, with both sides continuing cross-border strikes…

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