Putin thanks Xi for his efforts to resolve Ukraine conflict as the 'good friends' bolster China-Russia ties

Putin's war on Ukraine: West 'no longer worried' when Russia's rhetoric, talking points go 'nuclear'

Putin's Drones Mock U.S Made Abrams Tanks On Battlefield | Watch Ukraine Army Lose Big War Machines

Ukrainian soldiers have expressed frustration with the inadequacy of US-made M1A1 Abrams tanks against Russian forces and drones. The 47th Mechanized Brigade, the only unit operating Abrams, cited insufficient armor, vulnerability to drones, and electronic issues. Despite field modifications, the tanks are seen as outdated, with Russia claiming eight kills and towing one as a trophy to Moscow. Experts describe the Abrams as a relic unable to withstand modern warfare. #UkrainianSoldiers #Ukraine #AbramTanks #Ukrainewar #Biden #USnews #Worldnews #Putin #Warnews #Oneindia #Oneindianews ~PR.320~ED.101~HT.318~GR.123~

Putin Declares Zelensky's Rule Illegitimate, Asserts Ukrainian Parliament Sole Authority

Russian President Vladimir Putin has asserted that Ukraine’s parliament, the Verkhovna Rada, is now the only legitimate authority in the country following the expiration of President Volodymyr Zelensky’s official term. This statement was made during a press conference concluding Putin’s two-day official visit to Uzbekistan. #PutinClaims #ZelenskyLegitimacy #UkrainianParliament #MartialLawUkraine #PoliticalCrisis #UkraineConflict #ConstitutionDebate #LeadershipDispute #RussianAssertions #ParliamentaryPower #PresidentialTerm #UkraineRussiaTensions #InternationalLaw #PoliticalLegitimacy #UkrainianConstitution #RussiaUkraineWar ~HT.99~PR.152~ED.194~

Zelenskyy says Ukraine will soon be permitted to strike inside Russia with western weapons

The comments come a day after two anonymous US officials indicated that the Biden administration was prepared to let Ukraine use American weaponry to strike inside Russia but only in the defence of the northern region of Kharkiv.

Ukraine and Russia Conduct Major Prisoner Swap

Ukraine and Russia , Conduct Major Prisoner Swap. Ukraine and Russia , Conduct Major Prisoner Swap. The prisoner exchange was announced on May 31, Reuters reports. The prisoner exchange was announced on May 31, Reuters reports. It's been nearly four months since any prisoners have been released. It's been nearly four months since any prisoners have been released. 150 people were freed in this exchange. The United Arab Emirates (UAE) mediated negotiations. Ukraine's Coordinating Committee on Dealing with Prisoners of War issued a statement. Ukraine's Coordinating Committee on Dealing with Prisoners of War issued a statement. After a long pause, another prisoner swap took place: 75 defenders and civilians were released from the enemy's captivity, Ukraine's Coordinating Committee on Dealing with Prisoners of War, via statement. The bodies of 212 Ukrainian soldiers were also delivered home. The bodies of 212 Ukrainian soldiers were also delivered home. 75 Russians were returned as well. . 19 Ukrainian defenders of Snake Island were included in the exchange. The group became a symbol of Ukraine's strength and defiance during the onset of the war

China-Russia relations: 'Vladimir Putin needs Xi Jinping's support'

Putin and Xi Announce Plans to Strengthen Partnership

Putin and Xi Announce Plans , to Strengthen Partnership. Russian President Vladimir Putin arrived in Beijing on May 16 for a two-day visit with Chinese President Xi Jinping, 'The Guardian' reports. . In a May 15 interview with China's state-run news agency, Xinhua, . Putin referenced the "unprecedented level of strategic partnership between our countries" as the reason for his first foreign trip since beginning his fifth term as Russia's president. . The two leaders signed a joint statement on May 16 declaring a "new era" of partnership. The China-Russia relationship today is hard-earned, and the two sides need to cherish and nurture it, Xi Jinping to Vladimir Putin, via Reuters. China is willing to ... jointly achieve the development and rejuvenation of our respective countries, and work together to uphold fairness and justice in the world, Xi Jinping to Vladimir Putin, via Reuters. The joint statement also criticized the United States. The United States still thinks in terms of the Cold War and is guided by the logic of bloc confrontation... , Via joint statement. ... putting the security of 'narrow groups' above regional security and stability, which creates a security threat for all countries in the region, Via joint statement. The U.S. must abandon this behavior, Via joint statement. After attending a concert on May 16, Putin and Xi will go for a walk in the park to talk and then have tea and dinner with other Russian delegates. The following day, the two men will visit Harbin, once called "Little Moscow," to pay tribute to the city's Russian influence

Putin Flaunts Friendship With Xi As Russia Advances On All Fronts In Ukraine | Oneindia News

As tensions rise, Putin expresses gratitude to China for peace efforts in Ukraine during a two-day state visit, while Xi Jinping faces pressure from the U.S. to intervene. #VladimirPutin #XiJinping #PutinXiPartnership #PutinMeetsXi #RussiaChinaRelations #RussiaUkraineWar #Russia #Ukraine #Oneindia ~PR.274~ED.103~HT.318~GR.121~

WATCH: Putin gets red-carpet welcome in Beijing

Russia's president met his Chinese counterpart Xi Jinping on Thursday as the two pledged to deepen already close ties.

Hungary and China sign strategic cooperation agreement during visit by Chinese President Xi