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United News of India
7 hours ago
- Politics
- United News of India
President Putin weighs in on Russia-Ukraine and Israel-Iran wars, clarifies Moscow's stance
Moscow, June 21 (UNI) Weighing in on the Russia-Ukraine war, and the ongoing Israel-Iran war, Russian President Vladmir Putin highlighted their key aspects, and clarified Moscow's stance on both of them, in an interview with Sky News Arabia. Speaking on the Ukraine war, Putin claimed that external powers are actively blocking a peaceful resolution, accusing them of using Ukraine as a proxy to serve their own strategic goals. 'Ukraine deserves a better fate than to be a tool in the hands of external parties working against Russia,' he said, calling for a settlement that would ensure Ukraine's neutrality and end its pursuit of alliances, particularly military blocs. He insisted that Ukraine must renounce any ambitions related to nuclear weapons, describing it as a critical step toward regional stability. Putin also maintained that any lasting agreement must include recognition of the referendums held in four regions now claimed by Russia, warning that dismissing these results could reignite full-scale conflict. He pointed to the 2022 Istanbul talks as a missed opportunity, suggesting both sides had come close to a deal before it was derailed. Ukraine's current leadership, he said, should act in the country's own national interest rather than following the agenda of outside actors. Resolving outstanding humanitarian issues, he added, must be a key part of any future settlement. On the intensifying standoff between Israel and Iran, Putin reaffirmed Moscow's support for Tehran's right to use nuclear energy for peaceful purposes, adding that Russia stands ready to provide technical support. While acknowledging that differences remain, particularly over Iran's nuclear programme, he said there is still space for agreement if both sides show flexibility. He stressed that the International Atomic Energy Agency had found no evidence that Iran possesses or is attempting to develop nuclear weapons. Putin reiterated Russia's long-standing opposition to the spread of weapons of mass destruction and welcomed Iran's adoption of a resolution banning the use of nuclear arms, calling it a move worthy of serious international recognition. He added that Moscow had repeatedly assured Israeli leaders that Iran is not seeking nuclear weapons, urging open dialogue to ease tensions and strengthen regional security. UNI ANV RN
United News of India
8 hours ago
- Politics
- United News of India
Putin says Kremlin, IAEA have no evidence on Iran's N-weapons
Moscow, June 21 (UNI) Russian President Vladmir Putin said that neither the Kremlin nor the International Atomic Energy Agency (IAEA) have evidence which supports allegations of Iran's weaponisation of its nuclear program. Putin, speaking in an interview earlier with Sky News Arabia, put out on Saturday, said "I have to say that Russia, as well as the IAEA, has no evidence that Iran is preparing to acquire nuclear weapons. We have repeatedly informed the Israeli leadership about this.' On Wednesday, the IAEA director general Rafael Grossi had also said that the UN nuclear watchdog had not seen concrete evidence that Iran has an active nuclear weapons programme. However, the amount of uranium enrichment detected was said to be much higher than what was needed for civilian use. Israel and the US have repeatedly said that Iran's nuclear program has always been intended for weaponisation, with US President Donald Trump stating that Tehran can never be allowed to have a nuclear bomb. Iranian officials have staunchly denied the allegations, and said that its uranium enrichment was intended for its energy sector. UNI/SPUTNIK ANV PRS
NBC News
27-05-2025
- Politics
- NBC News
Putin and Trump agree to prisoner exchange, Russia says
President Donald Trump and his Russian counterpart, Vladmir Putin, have agreed to an exchange of prisoners, Russia's foreign minister said Tuesday. 'President Trump is a man who wants results,' Russian Foreign Minister Sergey Lavrov said in Turkey, claiming that the American president's efforts were being 'sabotaged' by some European countries as he refered to ongoing efforts to reach a ceasefire in Ukraine. Lavrov did not provide further details on the exchange. The State Department did not immediately respond to requests for comment. Russia has maintained that it wants to end the war in Ukraine, which began when Putin launched an invasion in 2022, but has not backed off of maximalist demands that Ukraine disarm and handover swathes of territory. If the deal is confirmed by the State Department and comes to fruition, it will be the first exchange since last August, when four U.S. residents wrongly imprisoned in Russia — including journalist Evan Gershkovich and Marine veteran Paul Whelan — were released as part of a major multinational prisoner exchange the likes of which had not been seen since the Cold War. The massive deal, cut among seven nations, involved 24 people, including five Germans and seven Russian citizens held in Russia, and eight Russians
The Hill
17-03-2025
- Politics
- The Hill
Almost half think Trump sympathizes with Russia in Ukraine war: Survey
Nearly half of American voters think President Trump favors Russia over Ukraine, according to a new poll taken as his administration tries to broker a deal between the countries to end their war. Just 8 percent of respondents in the NBC News poll said they think Trump is on Ukraine's side in the war, which started three years ago with Russia's invasion of its neighbor, even as 61 percent said they personally back Ukraine in the conflict. Two percent of respondents said they are more sympathetic to Russia, and 35 percent said they favor neither side. About a third of respondents said they think Trump is neutral in the conflict — a position the president has stressed. 'If I didn't align myself with both of them, you'd never have a deal,' Trump said last month. 'I'm not aligned with anybody. I'm aligned with the United States of America, and for the good of the world.' The NBC New poll comes as Trump revealed he is expected to speak with Russian President Vladmir Putin on Tuesday. He told reporters Sunday on Air Force One that 'a lot of work's been done over the weekend' on the peace talks. 'We're doing pretty well, I think, with Russia,' Trump said. 'See if we have something to announce maybe Tuesday.' 'We want to see if we can bring that war to an end,' he added. Early efforts from the Trump administration to engage with Russia on a ceasefire deal without representatives from Ukraine or other European countries raised international concerns over priorities in ending the war. Those concerns were further fueled after Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky's explosive Oval Office meeting with Trump and Vice President Vance days after the U.S. voted against a United Nations resolution that condemned Russia for its invasion of Ukraine that prompted the war. The NBC News poll surveyed 1,000 registered voters online and by phone March 7-11. Its margin of error is 3.1 percentage points.
Arab News
25-02-2025
- Politics
- Arab News
Russia's Putin praise Saudi efforts in hosting fruitful talks with US
RIYADH: The Saudi Cabinet has thanked Russian President Vladmir Putin for praising Saudi Arabia's efforts in hosting fruitful talks with United States last week, the Saudi Press Agency said Tuesday. The cabinet statement said that during a phone call with Saudi Crown Prince Mohammed bin Salma, President Putin has expressed 'positive feelings towards the kingdom and its efforts in hosting the US-Russia talks' SPA reported. The Council reaffirmed the Kingdom's commitment to exerting efforts to enhance security and peace around the world, and to consolidate dialogue as the only way to resolve all international crises.
