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Vladimir Putin 'is using steroids' as his neck and head 'fill out', says medical expert

Vladimir Putin is said to be 'very ill with blood cancer, according to a Russian oligarch. His face has become puffy compared to what it was last year, which some experts say is the result of steroids

Daily Mirror

UK and Norway sign agreement to boost security in Europe and beyond

According to the Norwegian PM, a new joint declaration will mean Norway co-operates ‘more extensively with the UK than any other country’, No 10 said.

The Independent UK

'Body doubles' believed to be on alert to stand in for Putin as he undergoes 'cancer surgery'

Obsessed with maintaining his 'strong-man' image, it is believed that body doubles have been put on standby for when the president undergoes surgery, according to a report

Irish Mirror

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Vladimir Putin's bloated look with 'head too big for body' in virtual meeting

Some said Vladimir Putin appeared to be photoshopped in as he conducted a virtual Russian security council meeting as his health continues to be questioned

Daily Mirror

Russia loses 73 military vehicles trying to cross Ukraine river, drone footage shows

The footage appears to show the Russian military losing 73 pieces of equipment including tanks and infantry fighting vehicles at the Seversky Donets river near the village of Bilohorivka in Luhansk Oblast

Daily Mirror

Vladimir Putin has ‘lost control of narrative’ in Ukraine information war, say Western officials

Mr Putin’s army is believed to have lost at least 15,000 troops since the invasion began on February 24

Evening Standard

Vladimir Putin very ill with 'Parkinson's and schizoaffective disorder', insider claims

In recent days Vladimir Putin has been seen sat down at a public event with a blanket over his legs. The once powerful leader does not look in good shape and maybe gravely ill

Daily Mirror

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Vladimir Putin's new 'puppet governor' is YouTuber who swung BABY around his head

Kirill Stremousov, who was previously filmed throwing his infant daughter around by her limbs "to make her strong", has been appointed one of the governors of occupied Kherson

Daily Mirror

Troubles mount in China ahead of Xi's bid to stay in power

TAIPEI, Taiwan — When Xi Jinping strode into the Bird's Nest Olympic stadium in the winter, waving and bundled in a black jacket and mask, hundreds of Chinese spectators and performers cheered in what was meant to be the start of a victorious year for their nation's president.

Los Angeles Times

War in Ukraine: Latest developments

Here are the latest developments in the war in Ukraine:

Bangkok Post

Russian commanders taking risks under growing pressure, report says; Ukraine puts soldier on trial

KRAKOW, Poland — As fighting rages in eastern Ukraine, Russian commanders are under growing pressure to make battlefield gains even if it means taking risks that can backfire, a British military intelligence assessment said Friday.

Los Angeles Times

Putin health update as secret recording allegedly claims he is seriously ill with blood cancer

An oligarch with close links to the president has reportedly been recorded as giving the information during a conversation with a Western venture capitalist

Wales Online

UK sanctions target Putin’s financial network including rumoured girlfriend

Liz Truss says move is aimed at exposing ‘shady network propping up Putin’s luxury lifestyle’

The Guardian - UK

Vladimir Putin ‘very ill with blood cancer' according to 'top oligarch caught in secret recording'

He is believed to have spoken about Putin’s poor health during a conversation with a Western venture capitalist

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Ukraine's president reiterates readiness to talk to Putin

Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskiy has reiterated an offer to hold direct talks with Russian President Vladimir Putin, and said Russia's withdrawal from Ukraine should be the starting point for any discussions.

Daily Mirror

UK sanctions Putin's ex-gymnast 'lover' in strike on Russian President's 'shady cabal'

Alina Kabaeva, a retired Olympic rhythmic gymnast said to have had multiple children by Vladimir Putin, was branded a member of Putin's personal 'wallet' by the UK

Axios

UK sanctions Putin's rumored mistress

"We are exposing and targeting the shady network propping up Putin’s luxury lifestyle."

Reuters

Putin discusses Finland and Sweden's NATO plans with Security Council - RIA

Russian President Vladimir Putin on Friday discussed Finland's and Sweden's potential NATO membership with his Security Council, the RIA news agency reported.

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The Independent UK

Putin’s ex-wife and family members targeted in latest tranche of UK sanctions

The Foreign Secretary said she was taking aim at the ‘shady network propping up’ the Russian president’s luxury lifestyle.

Reason

Don't Oppose Russian Authoritarianism With More Authoritarianism

Supporting Ukraine in its battle against Russia doesn’t justify restrictions on speech and commerce.

Reuters

Putin and Scholz discuss 'blocked' Ukraine peace talks - Kremlin

(Makes clear in second paragraph that the Kremlin said talks between Russia and Germany, not Russia and Ukraine, would continue on various levels)

The Independent UK

UK sanctions Putin’s ‘shady’ friends and family including alleged mistress

Former gymnast Alina Kabaeva is reported to have ‘a close personal relationship’ with the Russian president

Evening Standard

UK sanctions Vladimir Putin’s alleged mistress Alina Kabaeva

The new tranche of sanctions, aimed at the Russian President’s inner circle, brings the total number of people sanctioned by the UK to more than 1,000

Reuters

UK says new sanctions hit Putin's network including ex-wife and cousins

Britain said on Friday its latest round of sanctions targeted Russian President Vladimir Putin's financial network, including his ex-wife and cousins.

Evening Standard

UN chief tells Putin: ‘Open Black Sea ports, if you have any heart for rest of world’

David Beasley, head of the United Nations World Food Programme, pleaded with the Russian president to end the blockade of Black Sea ports

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