Tag: Vladimir Putin
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Trump, Putin and Russian leaders in the US
Should Putin go to the White House? After a controversial summit, Trump shocked the world again by inviting the Russian leader to Washington. But the visit is far from unprecedented.
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The Trump-Putin bromance reshaping the world
Was the summit a good sign? Donald Trump’s meeting with Vladimir Putin symbolised a new form of competitive, personality-led diplomacy that could upend the established world order.
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‘Toxic’ Putin on mission to poison the West
Is Putin Europe’s most dangerous leader since Hitler? He stands accused of ordering brutal assassinations and cyberattacks, as well as plotting the downfall of Western democracy.
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Poison accusations are ‘nonsense’ says Russia
Should Britain punish Russia for poisoning a former spy? The Kremlin rejected Theresa May’s deadline asking it to explain the attack. Today, she outlines a response. Here are seven options…
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All eyes on Russia as ex-spy still ‘critical’
What is Russia up to? Ex-spy Sergei Skripal is still critically ill after being poisoned in Salisbury. The Russian government stands accused. Now attention turns to its wider schemes.
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Clamour grows for England World Cup boycott
Are sporting boycotts a good idea? Amid the fallout from the poisoning of a Russian ex-spy and his daughter, some are calling for England to skip this summer’s World Cup in Russia.
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‘Poisoned’ Russian spy fighting for his life
Why do we think of spies as glamorous or brave? Today’s shocking story is as vicious and tawdry as they come, distinguished only by the fact that it may be sanctioned by a foreign power.
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Vladimir Putin faces rebellion in key vote
Russians will vote in parliamentary elections on Sunday. It is a rare chance to strike a blow against Vladimir Putin. Could this be the first step towards overthrowing Russia’s president?
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Russia accused: state-run doping and thuggery
It is the largest country on earth with the second most powerful military and the 12th biggest economy, rife with cheating athletes and vicious hooligans. What’s to be done about Russia?
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Tension rises as Putin threatens Baltics
President Obama has proposed quadrupling the money the US spends defending Europe from Vladimir Putin. Amid military buildup on both sides, how much should the West fear Russia’s president?
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Putin ‘probably’ killed rebel spy in London
Yesterday an inquiry declared that one of the world’s most powerful men had ‘probably’ agreed to poison a dissident in a London hotel. But can the West afford to stand up to Vladimir Putin?
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Thousands mourn murder of Russian politician
The assassination of Boris Nemtsov in Moscow has shocked the world, with many worrying that Russia is returning to its dark past. Is time running out for Vladimir Putin?
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Ukraine ceasefire agreed after marathon talks
The leaders of Russia, Ukraine, France and Germany have agreed a ceasefire in Ukraine. How can the fate of millions be determined by a few hours of intensive night-time conversation?
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Bad news for Russia as oil price plummets
The price of oil is of crucial importance to the global economy. Last week major oil producers agreed to keep it low. That’s good news for many countries, but it is disastrous for Russia.
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Climate change and Ukraine dominate G20 summit
The world’s most powerful leaders gathered in Australia last weekend for the annual G20 summit. Yet with so much disagreement on important issues, are these meetings becoming pointless?