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Musk Family ‘in Awe’ of Putin, Billionaire’s Father Says

Errol Musk said his views of Putin are shaped by “one man to another,” not politics.

White House Officials Advise Trump Against Calling Putin Until Ukraine Ceasefire Reached – NBC

But U.S. officials told NBC that Trump could “suddenly” decide to call Putin despite advice that such a conversation would be premature.

Secretive Energy Supplies and Harboring Assad: Inside the Kremlin’s Balancing Act With Syria’s New Leaders

Putin wants to win the new Syrian leadership's loyalty with oil and gas — and keep the issue of Assad off the table.

No Putin-Trump Meeting Planned in Saudi Arabia, Kremlin Says

Trump said Monday that he might visit Saudi Arabia as early as next month, fueling speculation about a potential meet-up with Putin.

Putin Receives Bosnia’s Wanted Serb Leader Dodik in Kremlin

"Dear Mr. President, I am very happy to see you in Moscow," Putin said in the short clip published by the Kremlin.

Putin ‘Remains Open’ to Speaking With Trump, Top Spokesman Says

Trump criticized both Putin and Zelensky in a recent interview with NBC, saying he was “very angry” with the Russian leader.

Trump Says ‘Very Angry’ With Putin Over Ukraine

The U.S. president threatened to impose "secondary tariffs on all oil coming out of Russia" if the Kremlin refused to back a peace deal in Ukraine.

Erdogan Tells Putin Cooperation With Russia Key to Resolving Regional Conflicts

The two leaders discussed Black Sea security, with Erdogan pledging that Ankara would take steps to ensure "the safety of commercial navigation."

Putin Floats UN-Backed Transitional Government in Ukraine

The Kremlin leader claimed such an administration could "organize a democratic presidential election" and help facilitate peace talks.

Putin Believes Trump Is ‘Serious’ About Annexing Greenland

"It's a deep mistake to think that this is some extravagant talk from the new American administration," the Russian leader said Thursday.

Relations Between Putin and Kadyrov Sour Over Secret Middle East Talks – IStories

Kadyrov allegedly sought assurances from Middle Eastern officials to safeguard his family and assets should his rule over Chechnya end.

Arrested Leader of Moldova’s Gagauzia Asks Putin for Help in Securing Her Release

Moldovan police detained Gagauz leader Evghenia Gutul at Chisinau International Airport late Tuesday, placing her in custody for 72 hours.

Putin Cancels Nationalization of Italy’s Ariston’s Russian Unit

Ariston said in a statement that a decree signed by Putin "restored ownership and full management" of the Russian subsidiary to Ariston's parent company...

Kremlin Says ‘Difficult Negotiations’ Ahead on Ukraine

The Kremlin said Sunday there were many outstanding “questions” and “nuances” on how a potential ceasefire might be implemented.

Jailed Army General Popov Appeals to Putin for Return to Military Service

In a letter to Putin, Major General Ivan Popov claimed he had been “subjected to unjust prosecution” on fraud charges.

Putin Warns Business Leaders of ‘Slow and Difficult’ Ukraine Ceasefire Talks – Report

One source described Putin’s demeanor as “positive but objective,” lacking “unbridled optimism” about a quick ceasefire in Ukraine.

Putin Pressures Trump to Recognize Annexed Ukrainian Territories – Kommersant

Sources told the newspaper that Russia would "not lay claim to Odesa and other Ukrainian territories" if the U.S. recognizes annexed regions.

Takeaways from Trump-Putin Call

Besides failing to announce the full ceasefire sought by Trump, the two sides also made no mention of potential territorial concessions.

Russia Agrees to Halt Attacks on Energy Infrastructure, But Broader Ceasefire Talks Stall

Vladimir Putin insisted that any peace deal must include a "complete end" of Western military and intelligence support for Kyiv.

Putin Seeks to Prolong Ukraine Peace Talks to His Advantage, Experts Say

Experts agreed that a delay in any agreement would be helpful to Putin, who is set to benefit from further territorial gains.

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