VLADIMIR PUTIN

Oct 31 2024POLITICS

President Putin's Bodyguards Reveal Secrets Via Fitness App

Imagine this: you're a world leader with a high-security job. Your bodyguards are supposed to keep your whereabouts secret. But what if they accidentally revealed your location through a fitness app? That's exactly what happened to Russian President Vladimir Putin, according to a new investigation by French newspaper Le Monde. Members of Putin's protective guard pos...

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Oct 28 2024POLITICS

Mongolia in Hot Water for Ignoring Putin's Arrest Warrant

Last month, Mongolia welcomed Russian President Vladimir Putin with open arms, despite an arrest warrant from the International Criminal Court (ICC) for alleged war crimes. The ICC wasn't happy about this and reported Mongolia to its oversight body. The warrant came after Putin was accused of illegally deporting Ukrainian children to Russia. Although Russia isn't par...

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Oct 26 2024POLITICS

Vance's Ukraine Stance: Good Guy, Bad Guy, or Something Else?

Republican vice presidential candidate J. D. Vance sparked controversy by suggesting Russia isn't the sole "bad guy" in the Ukraine war. During a town hall, Vance stated both sides are exhausted and want the conflict to end. Critics, including national security experts, accused him of echoing Vladimir Putin's views. Olivia Troye, who worked with Vice President Mike ...

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Oct 26 2024POLITICS

Elon Musk's Chats with Putin: What's the Deal?

Elon Musk, the billionaire behind SpaceX and Tesla, has been having regular chats with Russia's President Vladimir Putin. This news sparked some concerns, especially since SpaceX gets a lot of government contracts. The talks weren't just about business, though. They also touched on personal matters and geopolitical tensions. For instance, Putin once asked Musk to avo...

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Oct 26 2024POLITICS

NASA Boss Wants Probe into Musk-Putin Talks

NASA Administrator Bill Nelson has called for an investigation into reports that SpaceX founder Elon Musk has been in regular contact with Russian President Vladimir Putin since late 2022. The Wall Street Journal's report suggests that Musk and Putin have discussed personal topics, business, and geopolitical issues. This raises concerns because SpaceX works closely w...

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Oct 26 2024POLITICS

Musk's Secret Chats with Putin: A New Twist

Elon Musk, the CEO of Tesla and SpaceX, has been involved in behind-the-scenes talks with Russian President Vladimir Putin since late 2022, according to sources from various governments. These discussions occurred while Russia was engaged in a major conflict with Ukraine, a close ally of the U. S. The topics covered a wide range, from business to personal and politic...

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Oct 23 2024POLITICS

Russia and China Meet at BRICS Summit

Russia's President Vladimir Putin rolled out a warm welcome for China's Xi Jinping in Kazan, Russia, as the BRICS summit kicked off on Tuesday, October 22, 2024. The summit, which includes Brazil, Russia, India, China, and South Africa, aims to boost cooperation among developing nations under the theme "Strengthening multilateralism for equitable global development a...

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Oct 22 2024POLITICS

Yulia Navalnaya: Unwavering in Opposition after Alexei Navalny's Death

Yulia Navalnaya, the wife of the late Russian activist Alexei Navalny, has taken up the mantle of her husband's anti-corruption campaign. Alexei, known for his fierce opposition to President Vladimir Putin, passed away this year in a Russian prison. Before his death, he penned a memoir detailing his struggles against the regime. Now, Yulia leads the charge, undeterre...

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Oct 22 2024POLITICS

Navalny's Widow Plans Presidential Run, Keeps Legacy Alive

Yulia Navalny, the widow of Alexei Navalny, has a clear goal: to bring down Vladimir Putin's regime. Speaking to the BBC, she expressed her determination to make this happen "as soon as possible. " Once Putin is out of power, she plans to run for president in Russia's next free and fair elections. Currently, the 48-year-old is living in exile in an undisclosed locati...

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Oct 19 2024POLITICS

Late-Night Laughs: Jimmy Kimmel Pokes Fun at Trump’s Secret Putin Calls

Late-night comedian Jimmy Kimmel recently cracked jokes about former President Trump's alleged post-presidency calls with Vladimir Putin. Veteran journalist Bob Woodward’s new book, "War, " claimed Trump had secretly called Putin several times, including once in early 2024. Plus, Trump reportedly sent Putin COVID-19 testing kits while still in office. Team Trump deni...

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