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India 'somewhat shaky' in punishing Russia: Biden

India 'somewhat shaky' in punishing Russia: Biden

Rediff.com22 Mar 2022

Referring to how unified Washington Allies have been in isolating President Putin, Biden stated, "...The Quad is, with the possible exception of India being somewhat shaky on some of this, but Japan has been extremely strong -- so has Australia -- in terms of dealing with Putin's aggression."

Xi to visit Russia for talks with Putin from March 20-22

Xi to visit Russia for talks with Putin from March 20-22

Rediff.com17 Mar 2023

Speculation is rife that Xi is likely to make an attempt to initiate peace talks between Russia and Ukraine to end the ongoing conflict in Ukraine.

G7 leaders mock photo of bare-chested Putin on horseback

G7 leaders mock photo of bare-chested Putin on horseback

Rediff.com27 Jun 2022

The leaders of the Group of Seven on Sunday (local time) mocked Russian President Vladimir Putin over his shirtless, bare-chested horse-riding picture.

Putin 'misled' by Russian military on Ukraine war: US

Putin 'misled' by Russian military on Ukraine war: US

Rediff.com31 Mar 2022

They are now publicly trying to redefine the goals of their invasion to be different than they were at the outset, she noted when asked about some declassified American intelligence information that Putin had bad information from his military.

'Nuclear threat' not behind no annual Modi-Putin meet this yr: Sources

'Nuclear threat' not behind no annual Modi-Putin meet this yr: Sources

Rediff.com10 Dec 2022

"Reports of PM Modi not meeting Putin due to nuclear threat is baseless. The meeting is not taking place due to scheduling issues," sources told ANI.

'Putin will not use the N-bomb'

'Putin will not use the N-bomb'

Rediff.com18 Aug 2022

'If he were to drop even one nuclear weapon on Europe, it would start a nuclear war that would destroy everybody.'

Putin Toilet Paper Is Popular in Ukraine

Putin Toilet Paper Is Popular in Ukraine

Rediff.com7 Jun 2022

The Kremlin's Tyrant finds himself in unfamiliar territory.

Xi in Moscow for talks with Putin to 'end Ukraine war'

Xi in Moscow for talks with Putin to 'end Ukraine war'

Rediff.com20 Mar 2023

Ahead of his crucial talks with Russian President Vladimir Putin in Moscow, Chinese President Xi Jinping said on Monday that his peace plan to end the raging Ukraine war takes into account the 'legitimate' concerns of all parties and reflects the broadest common understanding of the international community.

100 Days Of Putin's Invasion, Already

100 Days Of Putin's Invasion, Already

Rediff.com30 May 2022

Vladimir Putin ordered the invasion on February 24, 2022. The Russian invaders have made military gains in eastern Ukraine, but their early objective of capturing their neighbouring country in days, if not weeks, has not come to pass.

Putin orders Russian nuclear deterrent forces on 'special' alert

Putin orders Russian nuclear deterrent forces on 'special' alert

Rediff.com27 Feb 2022

The talks are expected to take place in the Gomel region at the Ukrainian-Belarusian border, Belta news agency reported.

Biden-Putin summit: Envoys to return to their posts

Biden-Putin summit: Envoys to return to their posts

Rediff.com17 Jun 2021

After wrapping up a summit with United States President Joe Biden, Russian President Vladimir Putin on Wednesday said that the American and Russian ambassadors will return to their diplomatic posts and take up their functions, adding that when that would happen is a 'purely technical one'.

Biden calls Putin, warns against invading Ukraine

Biden calls Putin, warns against invading Ukraine

Rediff.com13 Feb 2022

In a call with Russian President Vladimir Putin, Biden spoke about Russia's escalating military buildup on the borders of Ukraine.

For Putin's Warriors, Z Is For Victory

For Putin's Warriors, Z Is For Victory

Rediff.com13 Mar 2022

Glimpses of Putin's War in Ukraine.

365 Days On, Ukraine Stands Up To Putin

365 Days On, Ukraine Stands Up To Putin

Rediff.com24 Feb 2023

Thousands of lives have been lost, large areas in Ukraine have been destroyed, but Vladimir Putin refuses to end a cruel and senseless war.

Fire And Fury In Putin's War

Fire And Fury In Putin's War

Rediff.com14 Mar 2022

'In the name of God I ask you: Stop this massacre!' Pope Francis told thousands of worshippers at St Peter's Square on Sunday, alluding to Vladimir Putin's brutal invasion of Ukraine.

'Some big, punitive action is being planned'

'Some big, punitive action is being planned'

Rediff.com25 Apr 2025

'India today feels enough is enough and we need to teach Pakistan a lesson.' 'Unless compelled, Mr Modi will think 10 times before taking the extreme step.'

Russian President Putin arrives in Beijing for Winter Olympics

Russian President Putin arrives in Beijing for Winter Olympics

Rediff.com4 Feb 2022

Russian President Vladimir Putin arrived in Beijing on Friday for the 2022 Winter Olympics and a meeting with Chinese President Xi Jinping, bringing with him a deal to increase natural gas supplies to China amid rising tension with the West.

'Worst is yet to come' in Ukraine: French Prez after Putin call

'Worst is yet to come' in Ukraine: French Prez after Putin call

Rediff.com3 Mar 2022

Putin "wanted to seize control of the whole of Ukraine. He will, in his own words, carry out his operation to 'de-Nazify' Ukraine to the end."

Putin Continues to Burn Down Ukraine

Putin Continues to Burn Down Ukraine

Rediff.com22 Jul 2022

Russian attacks have intensified across Ukraine in recent days.

Come back when ready for...: Trump's post after Zelenskyy clash

Come back when ready for...: Trump's post after Zelenskyy clash

Rediff.com1 Mar 2025

Trump said Zelenskyy disrespected the United States in its cherished Oval Office.

Modi meets Putin in Samarkand, urges him to end war in Ukraine

Modi meets Putin in Samarkand, urges him to end war in Ukraine

Rediff.com16 Sep 2022

Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Friday pushed Russian President Vladimir Putin to end the conflict in Ukraine, saying 'today's era is not of war' even as he called for finding ways to address the global food and energy security crisis.

When Will Putin End This Cruel War?

When Will Putin End This Cruel War?

Rediff.com6 Apr 2023

400 days and more, Vladimir Putin's brutal invasion of Ukraine continues.

Japan PM's Ukraine visit overshadows Xi-Putin talks, upsets China

Japan PM's Ukraine visit overshadows Xi-Putin talks, upsets China

Rediff.com21 Mar 2023

Beijing was caught by surprise as Kishida, who was on an official visit to New Delhi from March 19-21, entered Poland from India using a secretly chartered plane instead of the standard government aircraft, Japanese TV channel NHK reported.

Putin warns of more after deadly missile strikes on Kyiv

Putin warns of more after deadly missile strikes on Kyiv

Rediff.com10 Oct 2022

In a television appearance Monday, Putin said Russia had struck military and infrastructure targets across Ukraine following the Crimea bridge blast.

Putin laughs as Pak PM struggles with headphones at SCO meet

Putin laughs as Pak PM struggles with headphones at SCO meet

Rediff.com16 Sep 2022

A video shows that Shehbaz was asking an aide for help, however even after the aide's assistance, his headphones dropped once again.

What the Putin-XI Nexus Means for US

What the Putin-XI Nexus Means for US

Rediff.com7 Feb 2022

Russia and China have a broad consensus today on almost all core issues related to global strategic stability, which is unprecedented in modern history, observes Ambassador M K Bhadrakumar.

Grim Scenes From Putin's War

Grim Scenes From Putin's War

Rediff.com4 May 2022

The communities north of Kyiv were square in the path of Russia's devastating but ultimately unsuccessful attempt to seize the Ukrainian capital.

Ukrainians Resist Putin's Troops

Ukrainians Resist Putin's Troops

Rediff.com22 Mar 2022

Ordinary Ukrainians continue to battle Vladimir Putin's army, thwarting the Russian objective of capturing Ukrainian cities nearly three weeks into a war Ukraine and the world didn't want.

Biden, Putin agree to meet over Ukraine crisis

Biden, Putin agree to meet over Ukraine crisis

Rediff.com21 Feb 2022

Earlier on Sunday, Macron spoke with Biden and Putin on the Ukraine situation.

Russia cannot be locked up behind iron curtain: Putin's spokesperson

Russia cannot be locked up behind iron curtain: Putin's spokesperson

Rediff.com24 Feb 2022

Countries like Russia cannot be "locked up" behind the iron curtain, the Russian presidential spokesman asserted on Thursday, as the US-led West threatened to impose more biting sanctions against Moscow after President Vladimir Putin ordered a military offensive against Ukraine.

How Long Will Putin Destroy Ukraine?

How Long Will Putin Destroy Ukraine?

Rediff.com13 Jul 2022

Russian President Vladimir Putin has warned that the war in Ukraine is just beginning.

Putin describes India as a great power, time-tested friend

Putin describes India as a great power, time-tested friend

Rediff.com6 Dec 2021

Russia President Vladimir Putin on Monday described India as a great power, a friendly nation and a time-tested friend and echoed common concerns over terrorism, drug trafficking and organised crime as he held wide-ranging talks with Prime Minister Narendra Modi.

Who Says India Is Friendless?

Who Says India Is Friendless?

Rediff.com7 Jun 2025

The reality is that far from being friendless, India is better positioned in the world than at any point post-Cold War, asserts Shekhar Gupta.

'Putin will not press the nuclear button'

'Putin will not press the nuclear button'

Rediff.com4 Mar 2022

'He is not that crazy.' 'He is driven by a deep sense of Russian power have been diminished.'

'Will take him at his words': US on Modi's latest appeal to Putin

'Will take him at his words': US on Modi's latest appeal to Putin

Rediff.com17 Dec 2022

"We would take PM Modi at his words and welcome those comments when they took place. Other countries will make their own decision on engagement with Russia. We continue to coordinate with allies to mitigate impacts of war," said State Department's Principal Deputy Spokesperson Vedant Patel during a press conference on Thursday.

Miracle how Trump didn't hit Zelenskyy: Russia on White House spat

Miracle how Trump didn't hit Zelenskyy: Russia on White House spat

Rediff.com1 Mar 2025

Russian officials and state media on Saturday celebrated United States President Donald Trump and his Ukrainian counterpart Volodomyr Zelensky's unprecedented clash at the White House.

Wife of Putin's ally begs Zelenskyy to free husband

Wife of Putin's ally begs Zelenskyy to free husband

Rediff.com16 Apr 2022

On Tuesday, Ukraine President Zelenskyy announced Viktor Medvedchuk's arrest, showing him downcast and in cuffs, sparking widespread celebrations.

India mum on report about Modi's upcoming meet with Xi, Putin

India mum on report about Modi's upcoming meet with Xi, Putin

Rediff.com16 Dec 2021

Russian news agency TASS, quoting a Kremlin official, said holding of the RIC (Russia-India-China) summit figured in during a recent video conference between President Vladimir Putin and his Chinese counterpart Xi Jinping.

'Neo-Nazis' in Ukraine using Indians as human shields: Putin

'Neo-Nazis' in Ukraine using Indians as human shields: Putin

Rediff.com4 Mar 2022

In a video address, Putin on Thursday said, "The fact that we are fighting neo-Nazis is proved by how the hostilities are going, nationalist neo-Nazi's units are using foreign mercenaries from the Middle East. Also, they use civilians as human shields, hiding behind their backs and we have facts, pictures of how they deploy heavy weapons in residential areas."

Biden 'convinced' Putin has decided to invade Ukraine

Biden 'convinced' Putin has decided to invade Ukraine

Rediff.com19 Feb 2022

Biden previously stated he did not believe the Russian leader had made up his mind but acknowledged his insights into Putin's thinking were limited.