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Reuters
11-08-2025
- Politics
- Reuters
Russia says it continued development of nuclear missiles during moratorium on deployment
Aug 11 (Reuters) - Russia kept up development of intermediate- and shorter-range missile systems during a moratorium on their deployment and now possesses a substantial arsenal of such weapons, Russian media reported late on Sunday citing Deputy Foreign Minister Sergei Ryabkov. "When the moratorium was announced, we made it clear that it applied only to deployment, and did not mention any halt to (research and development) activities," RIA news agency quoted Ryabkov as telling state-run Rossiya-1 state broadcaster in an interview. "So this time was used to develop the appropriate systems and to build a fairly substantial arsenal in this area. As I understand it, we now possess it," RIA cited Ryabkov as saying. Earlier this month, Russia said it was lifting what it called a unilateral moratorium on deploying intermediate-range missiles, saying this was a forced response to moves by the U.S. and its allies. The ground-based shorter-range and intermediate-range treaty, signed by the Soviet Union and the United States in 1987 was seen at the time as a sign of easing tensions between the rival superpowers. But over time, it unravelled as relations deteriorated. The United States withdrew from the treaty in 2019 during Donald Trump's first presidency, citing alleged violations that Russia denied.
Yahoo
11-08-2025
- Politics
- Yahoo
Russia says it continued development of nuclear missiles during moratorium on deployment
(Reuters) -Russia kept up development of intermediate- and shorter-range missile systems during a moratorium on their deployment and now possesses a substantial arsenal of such weapons, Russian media reported late on Sunday citing Deputy Foreign Minister Sergei Ryabkov. "When the moratorium was announced, we made it clear that it applied only to deployment, and did not mention any halt to (research and development) activities," RIA news agency quoted Ryabkov as telling state-run Rossiya-1 state broadcaster in an interview. "So this time was used to develop the appropriate systems and to build a fairly substantial arsenal in this area. As I understand it, we now possess it," RIA cited Ryabkov as saying. Earlier this month, Russia said it was lifting what it called a unilateral moratorium on deploying intermediate-range missiles, saying this was a forced response to moves by the U.S. and its allies. The ground-based shorter-range and intermediate-range treaty, signed by the Soviet Union and the United States in 1987 was seen at the time as a sign of easing tensions between the rival superpowers. But over time, it unravelled as relations deteriorated. The United States withdrew from the treaty in 2019 during Donald Trump's first presidency, citing alleged violations that Russia denied.
Yahoo
11-08-2025
- Politics
- Yahoo
Russia says it continued development of nuclear missiles during moratorium on deployment
(Reuters) -Russia kept up development of intermediate- and shorter-range missile systems during a moratorium on their deployment and now possesses a substantial arsenal of such weapons, Russian media reported late on Sunday citing Deputy Foreign Minister Sergei Ryabkov. "When the moratorium was announced, we made it clear that it applied only to deployment, and did not mention any halt to (research and development) activities," RIA news agency quoted Ryabkov as telling state-run Rossiya-1 state broadcaster in an interview. "So this time was used to develop the appropriate systems and to build a fairly substantial arsenal in this area. As I understand it, we now possess it," RIA cited Ryabkov as saying. Earlier this month, Russia said it was lifting what it called a unilateral moratorium on deploying intermediate-range missiles, saying this was a forced response to moves by the U.S. and its allies. The ground-based shorter-range and intermediate-range treaty, signed by the Soviet Union and the United States in 1987 was seen at the time as a sign of easing tensions between the rival superpowers. But over time, it unravelled as relations deteriorated. The United States withdrew from the treaty in 2019 during Donald Trump's first presidency, citing alleged violations that Russia denied.
Yahoo
07-05-2025
- Politics
- Yahoo
Putin Offers Rare Glimpse Inside His Kremlin Apartment, a Lavish Gold and White Space with a Private Gym
Russian President Vladimir Putin gives a rare look into his private quarters in a new documentary. Twenty-five years after rising to power, Putin gave a series of interviews to journalist Pavel Zarubin for Russian television outlet Rossiya 1. The result is a film titled Moscow. Kremlin. Putin. 25 Years, which offers viewers another side to the stern-faced politician. In the film, Putin, 72, welcomed Zarubin into his personal apartment inside the Kremlin, an impressive space decorated in shades of white and gold. He told the interviewer that he's been living primarily out of the apartment for the last three years, which coincides with the Russian invasion of Ukraine. Related: Trump Says He Was a 'Bit Sarcastic' When He Promised to End Ukraine War Within 24 Hours of Taking Office Putin explained that it's a personal space, noting that he's shared tea in the apartment with President Bill Clinton — an indicator of their close relationship. When Zarubin asked after the Russian president's grandchildren, Putin conceded that, while his family are welcome to visit him there, 'they understand that I have a non-stop schedule.' While he admitted that he 'rarely' plays the impressive white piano, Putin said that he does spend significant time each day in the apartment's 'most important' area: the private gym. Amid the tour, Putin and Zarubin sat down at his dining room table to drink kefir and discuss more about the Russian leader's time in power. Putin admitted that he thinks about who will succeed him 'all the time.' In 2024, the Russian leader won his fifth presidential election with 88% of the vote, extending his rule until 2030. In terms of a successor, Putin said he hopes that multiple candidates will emerge so that 'the people have a choice.' However, he warned that the Russian population's trust would have to be won in order for the new leader to accomplish 'anything serious.' Related: Trump Secretly Shared COVID-19 Tests with Putin and Stayed in Touch After Presidency, Bob Woodward Claims While his election results seem to indicate that the Russian leader is almost universally beloved, Zarubin noted that he often comes off as 'cold-blooded and reserved." The interviewer then asked if he ever feels the urge to haul off and hit someone. 'Always,' Putin replied. 'I'm living with it, but I'm struggling with it.' Somewhat ironically, Putin's apartment tour had one notable portrait on display: Tsar Alexander III, whose nickname was 'The Peacemaker.' While Russia was in peacetime throughout his rule, Alexander III also increased censorship in the country and implemented Russification policies, like only teaching the Russian language in schools and dismantling religious institutions other than Eastern Orthodoxy. As for his own efforts at peace, Putin referenced the war in Ukraine, which he spun as a 'special military operation.' Russia invaded the neighboring country in February 2022 and the violent conflict has so far caused the deaths of tens of thousands of Ukrainian civilians, in addition to significant troop losses. Contributor/Getty Russian President Vladimir Putin speaks on the annexation of four Ukrainian regions on September 30, 2022 Putin ominously said that 'so far' there has been no need for Russia to use its arsenal of nuclear weapons during the conflict. 'I hope they will not be required,' he added. 'We have enough strength and means to bring what was started in 2022 to a logical conclusion with the outcome Russia requires.' Related: Jude Law Confirms He's Playing Vladimir Putin in a New Movie: 'How Am I Going to Do This?' Despite his threats of military domination, in other parts of the documentary, Putin is depicted as universally beloved by his people, with millions of Russians cheering him on at massive rallies. The president also attempts a humble image, with clips of him warmly embracing supporters, joking with children in the hospital and playfully straightening a soldier's tie. Never miss a story — sign up for PEOPLE's free daily newsletter to stay up-to-date on the best of what PEOPLE has to offer, from celebrity news to compelling human interest stories. It's a study in contrast for a former KGB officer who became one of the most powerful men in the world — even as he claims not to embrace it. 'I have a feeling that I don't feel like a politician, a person who sits and dictates the fate of his country,' Putin told Zarubin. 'I continue to breathe the same air with millions of citizens of Russia.' Read the original article on People
Time of India
05-05-2025
- Politics
- Time of India
Putin's Shocking Ukraine Declaration In Powerful Interview Rattles West
/ May 05, 2025, 04:09PM IST Russian President Vladimir Putin sent a cryptic message to the West in comments in a documentary, marking his quarter century in power by state television channel Rossiya 1. The documentary was released on Sunday. Putin said that reconciliation with Ukraine is inevitable, 'it's a matter of time' and added that there has so far been no need to use nuclear weapons in Ukraine. Putin said he lives with the urge but fights it when asked if he ever feels like punching someone? Watch.
