Russia suspends terrorist designation of Taliban after 20 years, aiming to boost ties with Afghanistan’s de facto rulers.
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US Officials To Hold Separate Meetings With Russia, Ukraine in Saudi Arabia on Monday
US, Ukrainian, and Russian officials resume talks in Saudi Arabia on a partial Ukraine-Russia ceasefire and Black Sea security.
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Russia Demands NATO Exclusion for Ukraine in Peace Talks
Russia demands neutrality and NATO exclusion of Ukraine in peace talks as Trump, Putin discuss ceasefire and territorial terms.
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China’s Xi Backs Putin, Strengthens ‘No Limits’ Partnership on Ukraine Conflict Anniversary
Xi Jinping reaffirms China’s “no limits” partnership with Putin, underscoring strong ties amid U.S. diplomatic shifts on Ukraine.
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Russia’s Taliban Pivot: A Calculated Play or a Risky Gamble?
Russia’s Taliban pivot signals a strategic gamble, balancing counterterrorism efforts with geopolitical ambitions in a volatile regional landscape.
China’s Wang Yi Visits Russia
China’s top diplomat, Wang Yi Visits Russia amid US-Ukraine tensions and deepening partnership between China and Russia.
US warns China on arming Russia for Ukraine War
The US warns China against supplying lethal weapons to Russia for the Ukraine war stating it would be a “serious problem” and a “red line”.
