Russian Foreign Minister Sergey Lavrov has warned that it is a serious mistake to assume Russia has no red lines in the ongoing Russia-Ukraine war. His statement comes amid escalating tensions and highlights Russia's firm stance on its territorial and security concerns.

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Earlier this week, the Russian army claimed to have launched hypersonic missiles during naval and air force drills in the eastern Mediterranean. It was the first time, the actual design of the “zircon” hypersonic cruise missile was revealed. This comes at a time when its ally Syria is losing grounds to rebels. The military said the number of Russian troops stationed in the region had been increased to take part in the exercises.

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On November 27th, Syrian rebels advanced eastward toward Aleppo, Syria's second-largest city. within two days, the insurgents had seized control of Aleppo, forcing the Syrian army to retreat and announce temporary withdrawal. later that week, the Syrian military lost dozens of soldiers to the fighting. marking the first major flare-up in years between both sides. so, who are the rebels battering Syria's Bashar al-Assad regime, and what is the conflict in Syria?

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The world is entering a "third nuclear age," posing significant challenges to Britain's security, warned Admiral Sir Tony Radakin, head of the UK armed forces. Speaking at the Royal United Services Institute (RUSI) defense think tank on Wednesday, Radakin highlighted threats such as Russia's "reckless nuclear rhetoric," China's growing nuclear arsenal, Iran's non-compliance with nuclear agreements, and North Korea's unpredictable behavior.

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Syrian rebels secured control of the city of Hama on Thursday following the withdrawal of government forces from the strategically vital and historically significant central city. This victory marks the second major success for the newly established rebel coalition, which had previously taken control of Aleppo just last week. Watch to know more!

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Russian President Vladimir Putin heaped praises on Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi stating that the country's "India-First" policy and the "Make in India" initiative are the key catalysts for New Delhi's economic growth and global positioning.

He also praised the Indian government for fostering "stable conditions" for small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs). Putin specifically commended Modi's economic initiatives, with a particular emphasis on the "Make in India" program, which has been instrumental in promoting entrepreneurship.

Drawing parallels between Russia's import substitution program and New Delhi's "Make in India" initiative, Putin said that Moscow was willing to establish manufacturing operations in India.

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"Prime Minister Modi has a similar program called Make in India. We are also ready to set up our manufacturing operations in India. The Indian government, under the Prime Minister's leadership, has been creating stable conditions, driven by a policy of putting India first. We believe that investing in India is profitable," stated the Russian president at the 15th VTB Russia Calling Investment Forum.

Putin also emphasized the importance of Russia's import substitution program in the context of BRICS' growth, particularly in promoting the development of small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs).

"For us, this is particularly important as part of our import substitution program. The emergence of new Russian brands is helping replace those of Western companies that have voluntarily left our market. Our local manufacturers have achieved significant success, not only in consumer goods but also in IT and high-tech industries," he said.

The Russian president&nbsp;further urged for greater cooperation among BRICS countries to back the expansion of SMEs and urged member countries to determine key areas for cooperation at the upcoming summit in Brazil scheduled for the year 2025.

"I urge my BRICS colleagues to evaluate the current situation in key areas of cooperation, and we will certainly bring this to the attention of our Brazilian counterparts, who will be leading BRICS next year," Putin&nbsp;added.

(With inputs from agencies)

Russian President Vladimir Putin heaped praises on Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi stating that the country's "India-First" policy and the "Make in India" initiative are the key catalysts for New Delhi's economic growth and global positioning.

Russian President Vladimir Putin heaped praises on Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi stating that the country's "India-First" policy and the "Make in India" initiative are the key catalysts for New Delhi's economic growth and global positioning. He also praised the Indian government for fostering "stable conditions" for small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs). Putin specifically commended Modi's economic initiatives, with a particular emphasis on the "Make in India" program, which has been instrumental in promoting entrepreneurship. Drawing parallels between Russia's import substitution program and New Delhi's "Make in India" initiative, Putin said that Moscow was willing to establish manufacturing operations in India. Also read: Kuwait's Foreign Minister heaps praise on PM Modi, says Indian leader one of the wisest persons in world "Prime Minister Modi has a similar program called Make in India. We are also ready to set up our manufacturing operations in India. The Indian government, under the Prime Minister's leadership, has been creating stable conditions, driven by a policy of putting India first. We believe that investing in India is profitable," stated the Russian president at the 15th VTB Russia Calling Investment Forum. Putin also emphasized the importance of Russia's import substitution program in the context of BRICS' growth, particularly in promoting the development of small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs). "For us, this is particularly important as part of our import substitution program. The emergence of new Russian brands is helping replace those of Western companies that have voluntarily left our market. Our local manufacturers have achieved significant success, not only in consumer goods but also in IT and high-tech industries," he said. The Russian president further urged for greater cooperation among BRICS countries to back the expansion of SMEs and urged member countries to determine key areas for cooperation at the upcoming summit in Brazil scheduled for the year 2025. "I urge my BRICS colleagues to evaluate the current situation in key areas of cooperation, and we will certainly bring this to the attention of our Brazilian counterparts, who will be leading BRICS next year," Putin added. (With inputs from agencies)

Putin heaps praise on PM Modi, expresses Russia's willingness to set up manufacturing operations in India

Russia announced on Tuesday that its forces have seized control of two additional settlements in their ongoing offensive in eastern Ukraine. According to a statement from the Russian Defense Ministry, troops captured the village of Romanivka, located roughly 10 kilometers (6.2 miles) south of Kurakhove. This city in the Donetsk region is a significant Ukrainian stronghold and is home to a critical thermal power plant. Watch to know more!

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#GRAVITAS | The cat gifted by Russian President Vladimir Putin to Norihisa Satake, the governor of Japan’s Akita prefecture, has now passed away. Watch this video to find out more

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The Syrian conflict has resurfaced at the UN, with the U.S. and Russia exchanging blame over the escalating violence. The exchange highlights ongoing tensions and the complex dynamics surrounding the crisis.

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Syrian rebel forces arrived at the gates of the key city of Hama on Tuesday, as their fighting with the military sparked "a large wave of displacement", a war monitor said. The Islamist-led rebels were advancing on Syria's fourth-largest city, buoyed by their lightning capture of swathes of the north in an offensive that ended four years of relative calm.Following an uprising against the government in 2011, Syrian opposition forces have taken control of much of Aleppo, Syria's largest city, and are now moving southward, posing the biggest threat to President Bashar al-Assad in years

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The prolonged Syrian conflict, which has caused immense human suffering and regional instability, remains one of the most complex international crises. With shifting alliances and geopolitical stakes involving players like Russia, Iran, Turkey, and the U.S., questions linger about the Trump administration's commitment to ending the war. Watch in for more details!

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Putin has approved a record defense budget for 2025. He has set aside $126 billion for military spending, does this mean he plans to continue the war against Ukraine? Watch here to learn more!

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German Chancellor Olaf Scholz makes his first visit to Ukraine in 2.5 years, emphasizing support amid ongoing conflict and strengthening bilateral relations. Watch to know more!

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President Joe Biden has granted a full pardon to his son, Hunter Biden, in a move that has stirred political discussions. The decision comes amid ongoing scrutiny and legal challenges involving Hunter.

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Global arms sales increased by 4.2% in 2023, reaching $632 billion, according to a report by the Stockholm International Peace Research Institute (SIPRI) on Monday. The rise in sales was attributed to ongoing conflicts, including the war in Ukraine, violence in Gaza, and growing geopolitical tensions in Asia. This surge reflects heightened global demand for military equipment amid escalating regional and international disputes. Watch to know more!

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Russian President Vladimir Putin apologised to former German chancellor Angela Merkel on Thursday, saying he did not mean to scare her when he brought his pet Labrador to a meeting with her in 2007.

Merkel, who has a well-documented fear of animals, recalled the tense encounter in her memoir released Tuesday, accusing Putin of inviting the pet as a "demonstration of power" and taking glee in her discomfort.

"I did not know that she was afraid of dogs," the Kremlin chief said Thursday at a press conference in the Kazakh capital Astana.

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"I once again appeal to her via the media and say: 'Angela, please forgive me, I did not want to cause you any heartache.' On the contrary, I wanted to create a favourable atmosphere for our conversation," he added.

"If you ever -- I realise it is unlikely -- come again, I will not do it under any circumstances," Putin said.

Images from their 2007 meeting in the Russian city of Sochi showed Putin's black Labrador Retriever Konni sniffing around while the German leader sat in her chair, smiling nervously.

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Merkel said of the 2007 encounter in her memoir: "I could tell from Putin's facial expressions that he was enjoying the situation."

Putin is known to be fond of dogs and has received them from visiting dignitaries on multiple occasions.

He received Konni as a gift from Sergei Shoigu, who later became his defence minister.

Disclaimer: This story has been published from a news agency feed with minimal edits to adhere to WION's style guide. The headline may have been changed to better reflect the content of the story or to make it more suitable for WION audience.

Russian President Vladimir Putin apologised to former German chancellor Angela Merkel on Thursday, saying he did not mean to scare her when he brought his pet Labrador to a meeting with her in 2007.

Russian President Vladimir Putin apologised to former German chancellor Angela Merkel on Thursday, saying he did not mean to scare her when he brought his pet Labrador to a meeting with her in 2007. Merkel, who has a well-documented fear of animals, recalled the tense encounter in her memoir released Tuesday, accusing Putin of inviting the pet as a "demonstration of power" and taking glee in her discomfort. "I did not know that she was afraid of dogs," the Kremlin chief said Thursday at a press conference in the Kazakh capital Astana. Also read | Georgia police arrest dozens of people as pro-EU protesters clash with them "I once again appeal to her via the media and say: 'Angela, please forgive me, I did not want to cause you any heartache.' On the contrary, I wanted to create a favourable atmosphere for our conversation," he added. "If you ever -- I realise it is unlikely -- come again, I will not do it under any circumstances," Putin said. Images from their 2007 meeting in the Russian city of Sochi showed Putin's black Labrador Retriever Konni sniffing around while the German leader sat in her chair, smiling nervously. Also read | British MPs vote in favour of assisted dying bill after fierce debate Merkel said of the 2007 encounter in her memoir: "I could tell from Putin's facial expressions that he was enjoying the situation." Putin is known to be fond of dogs and has received them from visiting dignitaries on multiple occasions. He received Konni as a gift from Sergei Shoigu, who later became his defence minister. Disclaimer: This story has been published from a news agency feed with minimal edits to adhere to WION's style guide. The headline may have been changed to better reflect the content of the story or to make it more suitable for WION audience.

Putin denies intentionally scaring Merkel with dog in 2007, seeks forgiveness

In a latest development, Russian President Vladimir Putin has praised US president-elect Donald Trump. The Russian president has called the incoming American president an experienced and intelligent politician but says he did not believe that Trump was safe even after the assassination attempts on his life. Speaking to reporters in Kazakhstan after a summit, Putin said he is shock ed by the way the US election campaign had unfolded.Watch in for more details!

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Russia’s patience is running out. Moscow Warns The West Against Pushing Further. This comes as Ukraine Faces Relentless Attacks And The U.S. Ramps Up Its Military Support For Kyiv. The Missile Barrage On Ukraine Has Left One Million People Without Electricity. Is The War Escalating? Our Next Story Brings You The Latest From The Battlefield.

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