Canadian Prime Minister Justin Trudeau has announced new military, economic, peace and security, and development assistance and investments for Ukraine, after a meeting with visiting Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky.

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<p>In a significant move, India's Lok Sabha, the lower house of parliament, passed the 'Nari Shakti Vandan Adhiniyam' or 'Women Reservation bill' with an overwhelming majority of 454 MPs in favour, while just two opposed it.</p>

<p>Amidst rising tensions between India and Canada related to the killing of Khalistani terrorist Hardeep Singh Nijjar, WION interviewed Dr. Vivek Mishra, a Fellow at ORF's Strategic Studies Programme. Dr. Mishra offered insights into Canada's stance on the Khalistani movement and its broader implications. He pointed out that Prime Minister Justin Trudeau is engaging in vote bank politics to secure the necessary political support for his continued leadership, particularly relying on the New Democratic Party (NDP) for support.</p>

<p>Meanwhile, China has made a noteworthy move by establishing ground stations for its BeiDou satellite system on a disputed South China Sea island. This move is reportedly aimed at monitoring ships and providing reliable navigational guidance, according to state media reports.</p>

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<p><img src="https://cdn.wionews.com/sites/default/files/styles/story_page/public/2023/09/20/380921-1.jpg?imwidth=1920" />Lok Sabha, the lower house of Indian parliament,&nbsp;on Wednesday&nbsp;passed the 'Nari Shakti Vandan Adhiniyam' or 'Women Reservation bill'. While 454 MPs voted for the bill, two voted against it.</p>

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<p>As tensions brew between India and Canada over the killing of Khalistani terrorist Hardeep Singh Nijjar, WION reached out to Dr. Vivek Mishra, a Fellow with ORF's Strategic Studies Programme, to dissect the situation and offer a nuanced perspective on Canada's stance regarding the Khalistani movement and its broader implications. Dr. Mishra said that Trudeau is playing vote bank politics to keep the political support he needs to remain in power. He highlighted that the Trudeau government heavily relies on support from the New Democratic Party (NDP).&nbsp;</p>

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<p>China has installed ground stations for its BeiDou satellite system in the disputed South China Sea island in order to “monitor ships” and “support reliable navigational guidance”, the state media reported.</p>

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<p>The National Investigation Agency (NIA), on Wednesday (September 20), revealed details of &nbsp;43 people associated with a terror-gangster network having links to Canada, amid strained diplomatic ties between the two countries.</p>

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<p>In a shocking development amidst strained diplomatic ties between India and Canada, a link between the Khalistan movement and Pakistan has come to the fore.&nbsp;</p>

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<p>Food giant Kraft Heinz, which is reportedly the third-largest food and beverage company in North America and the fifth-largest food and beverage company in the world,&nbsp;has taken a proactive step by issuing a recall of over 83,000 cases of individually wrapped Kraft Singles American processed cheese slices due to a choking safety concerns. Kraft Heinz made the announcement on Tuesday (September 19), revealing that the voluntary recall was prompted by the discovery that one of its wrapping machines had allowed thin strips of film to remain on the cheese slices even after the wrapper was removed.</p>

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<p>In India, men make up nine out of every 10 legislators. The bleak data is arguably influenced by the still poor social status of women.</p>

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<p>The separatist ethnic Armenian forces agreed to a Russian proposal of ceasefire on Wednesday (September 20), almost 24 hours after Azerbaijan's army launched an offensive in Nagorno-Karabakh to take control of the autonomous region.</p>

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<p>The International Cricket Council (ICC) has confirmed three venues for the 2024 T20 World Cup that will be hosted by the United States and the West Indies. The confirmation came on Wednesday, September 20 with three cities - Dallas, Florida, and New York set to stage the carnival of the shortest version of cricket in 2024. The T20 World Cup will be the first time the USA hosts a major ICC event, having previously served as home ground for West Indies during several bilateral series in the past.</p>

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In a significant move, India's Lok Sabha, the lower house of parliament, passed the 'Nari Shakti Vandan Adhiniyam' or 'Women Reservation bill' with an overwhelming majority of 454 MPs in favour, while just two opposed it.

In a significant move, India's Lok Sabha, the lower house of parliament, passed the 'Nari Shakti Vandan Adhiniyam' or 'Women Reservation bill' with an overwhelming majority of 454 MPs in favour, while just two opposed it. Amidst rising tensions between India and Canada related to the killing of Khalistani terrorist Hardeep Singh Nijjar, WION interviewed Dr. Vivek Mishra, a Fellow at ORF's Strategic Studies Programme. Dr. Mishra offered insights into Canada's stance on the Khalistani movement and its broader implications. He pointed out that Prime Minister Justin Trudeau is engaging in vote bank politics to secure the necessary political support for his continued leadership, particularly relying on the New Democratic Party (NDP) for support. Meanwhile, China has made a noteworthy move by establishing ground stations for its BeiDou satellite system on a disputed South China Sea island. This move is reportedly aimed at monitoring ships and providing reliable navigational guidance, according to state media reports. India: 'Women's Reservation bill' clears Lok Sabha Lok Sabha, the lower house of Indian parliament, on Wednesday passed the 'Nari Shakti Vandan Adhiniyam' or 'Women Reservation bill'. While 454 MPs voted for the bill, two voted against it. Trudeau playing vote bank politics, Canada meddling in India's affairs: Expert As tensions brew between India and Canada over the killing of Khalistani terrorist Hardeep Singh Nijjar, WION reached out to Dr. Vivek Mishra, a Fellow with ORF's Strategic Studies Programme, to dissect the situation and offer a nuanced perspective on Canada's stance regarding the Khalistani movement and its broader implications. Dr. Mishra said that Trudeau is playing vote bank politics to keep the political support he needs to remain in power. He highlighted that the Trudeau government heavily relies on support from the New Democratic Party (NDP). China installs ground stations in disputed South China Sea to monitor vessels: Report China has installed ground stations for its BeiDou satellite system in the disputed South China Sea island in order to “monitor ships” and “support reliable navigational guidance”, the state media reported. NIA issues details of terror-gangster network with links to Canada The National Investigation Agency (NIA), on Wednesday (September 20), revealed details of 43 people associated with a terror-gangster network having links to Canada, amid strained diplomatic ties between the two countries. Pakistan's Inter-Services Intelligence (ISI) funding Khalistan activities in Canada: Report In a shocking development amidst strained diplomatic ties between India and Canada, a link between the Khalistan movement and Pakistan has come to the fore. Food giant Kraft Heinz recalls Singles American cheese slices due to 'choking' concerns Food giant Kraft Heinz, which is reportedly the third-largest food and beverage company in North America and the fifth-largest food and beverage company in the world, has taken a proactive step by issuing a recall of over 83,000 cases of individually wrapped Kraft Singles American processed cheese slices due to a choking safety concerns. Kraft Heinz made the announcement on Tuesday (September 19), revealing that the voluntary recall was prompted by the discovery that one of its wrapping machines had allowed thin strips of film to remain on the cheese slices even after the wrapper was removed. India women’s reservation bill: Need of the hour, but how many years to go? In India, men make up nine out of every 10 legislators. The bleak data is arguably influenced by the still poor social status of women. Nagorno-Karabakh forces surrender to Azerbaijan after ‘anti-terror’ operations The separatist ethnic Armenian forces agreed to a Russian proposal of ceasefire on Wednesday (September 20), almost 24 hours after Azerbaijan's army launched an offensive in Nagorno-Karabakh to take control of the autonomous region. ICC confirms Dallas, Florida and New York as venues for 2024 T20 World Cup The International Cricket Council (ICC) has confirmed three venues for the 2024 T20 World Cup that will be hosted by the United States and the West Indies. The confirmation came on Wednesday, September 20 with three cities - Dallas, Florida, and New York set to stage the carnival of the shortest version of cricket in 2024. The T20 World Cup will be the first time the USA hosts a major ICC event, having previously served as home ground for West Indies during several bilateral series in the past. Explained | Are our copyright laws ready for the AI invasion? The era of artificial intelligence or AI has barged into our creative domain like an uninvited guest at a tea party. Suddenly, we have AI mimicking Drake and The Weeknd's vocal styles in a hit song, and even the mellifluous Stephen Fry found himself cloned by AI without his consent. It's like a sci-fi plot where machines steal the show, but it's our reality, and it's no laughing matter. We are facing a copyright conundrum of epic proportions, and our laws are just as befuddled as we are.

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<p>Chinese foreign minister Wang Yi and Russian President Vladimir Putin held a diplomatic exchange where China conveyed its commitment to sustaining business cooperation with Russia, media reports said on Wednesday (September 20).&nbsp;During the meeting, President Putin also accepted an invitation from his Chinese counterpart Xi Jinping to visit China in October, coinciding with the Belt and Road Summit.</p>

<p>After discussions with Wang Yi in Moscow, President Putin stressed on the alignment of Russia and China's vision to create a "large Eurasian space.”&nbsp;He also noted that China's Belt and Road Initiative played a pivotal role in this shared vision. China's Belt and Road Initiative is a vast program aimed at expanding Chinese influence in developing regions through extensive infrastructure projects.</p>

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<p>Notably, since Russia's involvement in the Ukraine conflict, President Putin has redirected the country's focus towards China. However, China has kept its stance neutral as far as the Ukraine conflict is concerned. But Beijing has been strong in its stand in denouncing Western sanctions against Moscow.</p>

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<p>Additionally, China has accused NATO and the United States of provoking Russian military actions and has asserted a "no-limits" friendship with Russia.</p>

<p>During the visit, senior Russian security official Nikolai Patrushev called for closer policy coordination between Moscow and Beijing. He said that this coordination is seen as a response to Western efforts seeking to contain both nations as Putin holds important security talks with Beijing.&nbsp;</p>

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<p>The Kremlin has also consistently expressed support for Beijing as Russia and China strengthen their ties amid deteriorating relations with the West.&nbsp;Wang Yi's visit to Russia commenced on Monday (September 18) and is a four days visit.</p>

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Chinese foreign minister Wang Yi and Russian President Vladimir Putin held a diplomatic exchange where China conveyed its commitment to sustaining business cooperation with Russia, media reports said on Wednesday (September 20).

Chinese foreign minister Wang Yi and Russian President Vladimir Putin held a diplomatic exchange where China conveyed its commitment to sustaining business cooperation with Russia, media reports said on Wednesday (September 20). During the meeting, President Putin also accepted an invitation from his Chinese counterpart Xi Jinping to visit China in October, coinciding with the Belt and Road Summit. After discussions with Wang Yi in Moscow, President Putin stressed on the alignment of Russia and China's vision to create a "large Eurasian space.” He also noted that China's Belt and Road Initiative played a pivotal role in this shared vision. China's Belt and Road Initiative is a vast program aimed at expanding Chinese influence in developing regions through extensive infrastructure projects. Russia and China ties Notably, since Russia's involvement in the Ukraine conflict, President Putin has redirected the country's focus towards China. However, China has kept its stance neutral as far as the Ukraine conflict is concerned. But Beijing has been strong in its stand in denouncing Western sanctions against Moscow. Also Read | Trudeau playing vote bank politics, Canada meddling in India's affairs: Expert Additionally, China has accused NATO and the United States of provoking Russian military actions and has asserted a "no-limits" friendship with Russia. During the visit, senior Russian security official Nikolai Patrushev called for closer policy coordination between Moscow and Beijing. He said that this coordination is seen as a response to Western efforts seeking to contain both nations as Putin holds important security talks with Beijing. Also Read | Nagorno-Karabakh forces surrender to Azerbaijan after ‘anti-terror’ operations The Kremlin has also consistently expressed support for Beijing as Russia and China strengthen their ties amid deteriorating relations with the West. Wang Yi's visit to Russia commenced on Monday (September 18) and is a four days visit. Watch | Israeli PM Netanyahu meets US President Joe Biden × It comes in the wake of his talks with US President Joe Biden's national security adviser Jake Sullivan in Malta over the weekend. It's worth noting that Russian President Putin had initially announced his plan to visit China back in July, further underscoring the growing significance of Sino-Russian relations on the global stage. WATCH WION LIVE HERE You can now write for wionews.com and be a part of the community. Share your stories and opinions with us here. ×

China and Russia to continue business ties as Putin accepts Xi's invitation for October visit

Russian President Vladimir Putin will travel to Beijing in October for talks with China's Xi Jinping, Interfax cited Nikolai Patrushev, the secretary of Russia's Security Council, as saying on Tuesday.

Vladimir Putin and Xi Jinping to meet in Beijing in October, says Russia

Russia's President Vladimir Putin's big move amid suspense over Wagner Group's future Putin has ordered Wagner troops to sign an oath of allegiance to the Russian state.

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All eyes are on the Chinese Foreign Minister Wang Yi's four-day trip to Russia. The visit focuses on increasing bilateral cooperation between the two nations global geopolitics issues.

China FM Wang Yi in Russia, Foreign Ministers of both countries hold first of many meetings

China's top diplomat Wang Yi is in Russia for security talks. His visit comes after Vladimir Putin's meeting with North Korean leader Kim Jong-Un. Earlier this month, President Putin also said that he is expected to meet Chinese President Xi Jinping.

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North Korean leader Kim Jong Un arrived in the town of Komsomolsk-on-Amur in Russia's Far East on September 15 and headed straight to a vast aviation plant that produces warplanes and other equipment, TASS news agency reported. But the West is worried about this meet, watch the video to know why.

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Former US President Donald Trump is back in headlines but this time it is not about the indictment in fact it is also not about his actions at all but rather about what he said - this time the Russian and the US President is on the radar. Watch the video to know what he said.

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Here, we bring you a quick round-up of all the latest news and top headlines from all across the globe: Standing on Russian soil, North Korea's leader Kim Jong Un shook hands with Putin while his country launched ballistic missiles in Japan’s direction. From Kim's medium of choice for travelling to Russia, to the prolonged handshake between Kim and Putin to the locations they chose for their meetings - this diplomatic meeting was high on optics and the message was directly aimed at the West.

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In response, Lukashenko said, "We could think about three-way cooperation," adding, "I think a bit of work could be found for Belarus to do there as well." In order to examine the most recent Russian fighter jets, Kim visited an aviation facility in Komsomolsk-on-Amur on Friday.

Lukashenko proposes three-way cooperation with Putin, Kim

North Korean leader Kim Jong Un arrived in the town of Komsomolsk-on-Amur in Russia's Far East on Friday and headed straight to a vast aviation plant that produces warplanes and other equipment as per reports.

Russia-Ukraine: North Korean leader heads for aviation plant in Russian Far East town

Austrian Former Foreign Minister Karin Kneissl transported her ponies on a Russian military plane. Kneissl has moved to St. Petersburg and will head a think tank. What is the history between Kneissl and Putin? Molly Gambhir brings you a report.

Gravitas: Austrian diplomat flies ponies on Russian military plane

President Vladimir Putin said Russia would help North Korea launch satellites and North Korean leader Kim Jong Un said Moscow had his full backing in its "sacred fight" with the West as they met on Wednesday at a cosmodrome in Russia's Far East.

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North Korean leader Kim Jong Un and Russian President Vladimir Putin met for a rare summit on Wednesday at which they discussed military matters, the war in Ukraine and possible Russian help for the secretive state's satellite programme. Putin showed Kim around Russia's most advanced space rocket launch site in Russia's Far East and discussed the possibility of sending a North Korean cosmonaut into space. Kim, who arrived by train from North Korea, asked detailed questions about rockets as Putin showed him around the Vostochny Cosmodrome.

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Putin hailed Elon Musk. Musk was called an 'Outstanding' person. The praise by the Russian President comes days after Elon Musk refused a Ukrainian request.

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Vladimir Putin showers praise on PM Modi's 'Make-in-India' initiative and tells Russian officials to choose domestic cars over foreign brands. The Russian President also endorsed the ambitious India-Middle East-Europe economic corridor. The 'golden bridge', an ambitious trade route unveiled during India's G20 summit is being seen as a counter to China's BRI.

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North Korean leader Kim Jong-un has met with Russian President Vladimir Putin. A possible arms deal could be on the table and as observers remain cautious North Korea has fired two ballistic missiles just ahead of the meeting.

Kim Jong-Un meets Vladimir Putin in Russia

Russian President Vladimir Putin greeting North Korean leader Kim Jong Un meeting at Vostochny Cosmodrome, shaking hands.

North Korean leader Kim Jong-Un meets Russian President Vladimir Putin

The Kim-Putin summit begins. The leaders hold bilateral talks. Kim solidified his stance of support for Russia

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<p>Russian President Vladimir Putin lauded Prime Minister Narendra Modi's 'Make in India' initiative and advocated for the adoption of Russian-manufactured vehicles within the Indian market. Meanwhile, recent data released by the Census Bureau on September 12 revealed a significant surge in poverty levels in the United States over the past year. Factors such as the escalating cost of living and the discontinuation of federal aid programs that supported families during the pandemic were identified as key contributors to this rise in poverty, notably affecting children.</p>

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<p>More than 5,000 people are feared dead and nearly 10,000&nbsp;are still missing in the flood-hit eastern Libyan city of Derna,&nbsp;said local hospital director and the Red Cross on Tuesday (September 12). A&nbsp;minister from the administration that controls east Libya&nbsp;also said that a quarter of the city was wiped out by the floods after dams burst due to the storm which brought torrential rains in the region.</p>

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<p>Poverty increased sharply in the last year in the US, new data published by the Census Bureau on Tuesday (September 12) has shown. The rising cost of living and the government pulling the plug on federal programmes that provided aid to families during the pandemic were cited as a few of the many reasons that contributed to increased poverty, particularly among children.&nbsp;</p>

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<p>Russian President Vladimir Putin heaped praise on Prime Minister Narendra Modi’s ‘Make in India’ policy while promoting the use of Russian-made cars&nbsp;in the domestic market.</p>

<p>Putin made these remarks in response to a media question on Russian-made cars at the 8th Eastern Economic Forum (EEF) on Tuesday (Sept 12). &nbsp;</p>

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Russian President Vladimir Putin lauded Prime Minister Narendra Modi's 'Make in India' initiative and advocated for the adoption of Russian-manufactured vehicles within the Indian market.

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<p>A Kremlin reporter disclosed the dinner menu set&nbsp;for Russian President Vladimir Putin and North Korean leader Kim Jong Un soon after their meeting. The menu boasts a delectable spread,&nbsp;thoughtfully curated to provide a memorable dining experience.&nbsp;</p>

<p>The meal was to commence&nbsp;with an appetising salad featuring duck, fig, and nectarine, combining sweet and savoury flavours. Following this, the leaders were&nbsp; to be served Russian "pelmeni" dumplings crafted from the finest Kamchatka crab, showcasing the richness of the region's seafood.</p>

<p>A delightful White Amur fish soup and a refreshing sorbet made from sea buckthorn will follow, presenting a harmonious blend of textures and tastes.</p>

<h2><strong>What's in the main course?</strong></h2>

<p>For the main course, Putin and Kim have the privilege of selecting between two equally enticing options.</p>

<p>They can savour the delicate sturgeon served alongside mushrooms and potatoes, highlighting the flavours of the sea and earth. Alternatively, they may opt for an entrecote of marbled beef, expertly grilled and accompanied by a medley of vegetables, promising a succulent and savoury experience.</p>

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<h2><strong>A good meal ends with a dessert</strong></h2>

<p>Dessert promises to be a delightful finale, featuring red bilberries from the taiga paired with pine nuts and condensed milk, offering a symphony of sweet and nutty notes.</p>

<p>To complement this lavish supper, a selection of white and red wines hailing from the Divnomorskoe manor in southern Russia is on offer.</p>

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<h2><strong>Kim-Putin meeting</strong></h2>

<p>After their much awaited&nbsp;meeting at the Vostochny Cosmodrome in Russia's Far East post&nbsp;touring space rocket assembly and launch facilities at the spaceport,&nbsp;Kim Jong Un&nbsp;put out a statement on&nbsp;Wednesday (September 13),&nbsp;that his country would prioritise its bilateral relations with Russia above all else. As per Russian news agency TASS, the meeting ended after nearly two hours.&nbsp;</p>

<p>Kim said, "Our foreign policy will now place the North Korea-Russia relationship as its utmost priority." This declaration was made as Kim visited a Russian space centre alongside Putin, as reported in footage broadcast on Russian TV.</p>

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A Kremlin reporter disclosed the dinner menu set for Russian President Vladimir Putin and North Korean leader Kim Jong Un soon after their meeting. The menu boasts a delectable spread, thoughtfully curated to provide a memorable dining experience.

A Kremlin reporter disclosed the dinner menu set for Russian President Vladimir Putin and North Korean leader Kim Jong Un soon after their meeting. The menu boasts a delectable spread, thoughtfully curated to provide a memorable dining experience. The meal was to commence with an appetising salad featuring duck, fig, and nectarine, combining sweet and savoury flavours. Following this, the leaders were to be served Russian "pelmeni" dumplings crafted from the finest Kamchatka crab, showcasing the richness of the region's seafood. A delightful White Amur fish soup and a refreshing sorbet made from sea buckthorn will follow, presenting a harmonious blend of textures and tastes. What's in the main course? For the main course, Putin and Kim have the privilege of selecting between two equally enticing options. They can savour the delicate sturgeon served alongside mushrooms and potatoes, highlighting the flavours of the sea and earth. Alternatively, they may opt for an entrecote of marbled beef, expertly grilled and accompanied by a medley of vegetables, promising a succulent and savoury experience. Also read | Explained | You scratch my back, I scratch yours: What's the new interdependent Kim-Putin dynamic? A good meal ends with a dessert Dessert promises to be a delightful finale, featuring red bilberries from the taiga paired with pine nuts and condensed milk, offering a symphony of sweet and nutty notes. To complement this lavish supper, a selection of white and red wines hailing from the Divnomorskoe manor in southern Russia is on offer. Also watch | Vladimir Putin lauds India's PM Modi Kim-Putin meeting After their much awaited meeting at the Vostochny Cosmodrome in Russia's Far East post touring space rocket assembly and launch facilities at the spaceport, Kim Jong Un put out a statement on Wednesday (September 13), that his country would prioritise its bilateral relations with Russia above all else. As per Russian news agency TASS, the meeting ended after nearly two hours. Kim said, "Our foreign policy will now place the North Korea-Russia relationship as its utmost priority." This declaration was made as Kim visited a Russian space centre alongside Putin, as reported in footage broadcast on Russian TV. (With inputs from agencies) WATCH WION LIVE HERE:

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<p>North Korean leader Kim Jong Un arrived in Russia on Tuesday (September 12)&nbsp;for a meeting with President Vladimir Putin, with a primary focus on Russia's desire to replenish ammunition reserves depleted by its conflict in Ukraine.</p>

<p>After their much awaited&nbsp;meeting at the Vostochny Cosmodrome in Russia's Far East post&nbsp;touring space rocket assembly and launch facilities at the spaceport,&nbsp;Kim Jong Un&nbsp;put out a statement on&nbsp;Wednesday (September 13),&nbsp;that his country would prioritise its bilateral relations with Russia above all else. As per Russian news agency TASS, the meeting ended after nearly two hours.&nbsp;</p>

<p>Kim said, "Our foreign policy will now place the North Korea-Russia relationship as its utmost priority." This declaration was made as Kim visited a Russian space centre alongside Putin, as reported in footage broadcast on Russian TV.</p>

<p>Reports also say that Putin<b>&nbsp;</b>toasted the "strengthening of future cooperation" with North Korea as he hosted Kim&nbsp;in an official dinner in the Russian Far East after the meeting.</p>

<p>"A toast to the future strengthening of cooperation and friendship between our countries,"&nbsp;Putin&nbsp;said, raising his glass in footage aired by Russian state television.</p>

<p>"For the well-being and prosperity of our nations, for the health of the chairman and all of those present," he added.</p>

<p>Kremlin reporters, cited by Reuters noted that Putin and Kim were given a menu that featured choices like duck and fig salad, crab dumplings, sturgeon, and the option to pair their meal with various Russian wines.</p>

<h2><strong>What does Kim want?</strong></h2>

<p>"The North Korean objective behind this visit&nbsp;is to bypass certain sanctions and acquire energy and technology that they can use for advanced weapon development," <strong>Dr Jitendra Uttam, Associate Professor at the Centre for East Asian Studies, Jawaharlal University (JNU)</strong>, told <strong>WION</strong>.&nbsp;</p>

<p>"This also provides North Korea with some breathing space. Following the visit of the Chinese delegation to North Korea, and now Kim's visit to Russia, it openly conveys the message that Russia and China are supporting North Korea and are looking forward to deeper ties," adds Dr Uttam.&nbsp;</p>

<p>Additionally, Kim aims to showcase improved relations with Moscow to demonstrate that North Korea is emerging from years of isolation. North Korean leaders attach significant importance to face-to-face meetings with world leaders as symbols of international significance and for domestic propaganda purposes.&nbsp;</p>

<p>But there is one more thing that North Korea wants - a spy satellite.&nbsp;</p>

<p>North Korea is persistently striving to achieve its inaugural satellite launch, an endeavour marked by two unsuccessful attempts earlier this year. In response to this, Russia has pledged assistance, offering support at a crucial juncture.</p>

<p>Its ambition in space exploration traces back to 1998, with six satellite launches undertaken since then. Among them, two have seemingly entered orbit successfully. In 2015, a high-ranking North Korean space official expressed the nation's interest in collaborating with Russia for the "peaceful" utilisation of outer space.</p>

<p>The last confirmed satellite launch occurred in 2016, sparking international discussions about its purpose and functionality. Meanwhile, another senior official from North Korea's space agency outlined plans to deploy advanced satellites by 2020, ultimately aspiring to establish a North Korean presence on the moon.</p>

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<h2><strong>What's Putin's gain?</strong></h2>

<p>This meeting certainly yield Russia some significant benefits. The country&nbsp;has been facing a shortage of war supplies due to its involvement in the Ukraine conflict. There have been suspicions that North Korea has been supplying Russia with artillery shells, rockets, and other ammunition, some of which may be Soviet-era copies.</p>

<p>To bolster this speculation, Kim, with the help of a translator, conveyed to Putin his confidence that the Russian military and its citizens would prevail against what he characterised as the Western world's imperialistic influence in the Ukraine conflict, labelling it as "evil.</p>

<p>This exchange would likely violate UN&nbsp;resolutions prohibiting arms trade with North Korea. However, facing international sanctions and export controls due to its Ukraine involvement, Russia has turned to sanctioned countries like North Korea and Iran for weapons procurement.</p>

<p>Russia and North Korea are reportedly considering the possibility of bilateral military exercises, representing North Korea's first military drills with a foreign country since the Korean War in 1953.</p>

<p>North Korea has traditionally adhered to a policy of "<em>juche</em>," or self-reliance, and avoided joint military exercises with foreign nations.</p>

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<p>"However, the advent of a new axis between South Korea-US-Japan, driven by the United States to tighten security cooperation within the framework of the Indo-Pacific, could potentially prompt Kim Jong Un to break with tradition and create a new axis with Russia, China, and Iran for the first time," says Dr Uttam.</p>

<p>While the true extent of North Korea's and Russia's military cooperation remains uncertain, it reflects both countries' interests in demonstrating their strengthened cooperation and signalling their positions to the United States.</p>

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North Korean leader Kim Jong Un arrived in Russia on Tuesday (September 12) for a meeting with President Vladimir Putin, with a primary focus on Russia's desire to replenish ammunition reserves depleted by its conflict in Ukraine.

North Korean leader Kim Jong Un arrived in Russia on Tuesday (September 12) for a meeting with President Vladimir Putin, with a primary focus on Russia's desire to replenish ammunition reserves depleted by its conflict in Ukraine. After their much awaited meeting at the Vostochny Cosmodrome in Russia's Far East post touring space rocket assembly and launch facilities at the spaceport, Kim Jong Un put out a statement on Wednesday (September 13), that his country would prioritise its bilateral relations with Russia above all else. As per Russian news agency TASS, the meeting ended after nearly two hours. Kim said, "Our foreign policy will now place the North Korea-Russia relationship as its utmost priority." This declaration was made as Kim visited a Russian space centre alongside Putin, as reported in footage broadcast on Russian TV. Reports also say that Putin toasted the "strengthening of future cooperation" with North Korea as he hosted Kim in an official dinner in the Russian Far East after the meeting. "A toast to the future strengthening of cooperation and friendship between our countries," Putin said, raising his glass in footage aired by Russian state television. "For the well-being and prosperity of our nations, for the health of the chairman and all of those present," he added. Kremlin reporters, cited by Reuters noted that Putin and Kim were given a menu that featured choices like duck and fig salad, crab dumplings, sturgeon, and the option to pair their meal with various Russian wines. What does Kim want? "The North Korean objective behind this visit is to bypass certain sanctions and acquire energy and technology that they can use for advanced weapon development," Dr Jitendra Uttam, Associate Professor at the Centre for East Asian Studies, Jawaharlal University (JNU), told WION. "This also provides North Korea with some breathing space. Following the visit of the Chinese delegation to North Korea, and now Kim's visit to Russia, it openly conveys the message that Russia and China are supporting North Korea and are looking forward to deeper ties," adds Dr Uttam. Additionally, Kim aims to showcase improved relations with Moscow to demonstrate that North Korea is emerging from years of isolation. North Korean leaders attach significant importance to face-to-face meetings with world leaders as symbols of international significance and for domestic propaganda purposes. But there is one more thing that North Korea wants - a spy satellite. North Korea is persistently striving to achieve its inaugural satellite launch, an endeavour marked by two unsuccessful attempts earlier this year. In response to this, Russia has pledged assistance, offering support at a crucial juncture. Its ambition in space exploration traces back to 1998, with six satellite launches undertaken since then. Among them, two have seemingly entered orbit successfully. In 2015, a high-ranking North Korean space official expressed the nation's interest in collaborating with Russia for the "peaceful" utilisation of outer space. The last confirmed satellite launch occurred in 2016, sparking international discussions about its purpose and functionality. Meanwhile, another senior official from North Korea's space agency outlined plans to deploy advanced satellites by 2020, ultimately aspiring to establish a North Korean presence on the moon. Also read | North Korean leader Kim Jong Un's Russian delegation: Who's Who? What's Putin's gain? This meeting certainly yield Russia some significant benefits. The country has been facing a shortage of war supplies due to its involvement in the Ukraine conflict. There have been suspicions that North Korea has been supplying Russia with artillery shells, rockets, and other ammunition, some of which may be Soviet-era copies. To bolster this speculation, Kim, with the help of a translator, conveyed to Putin his confidence that the Russian military and its citizens would prevail against what he characterised as the Western world's imperialistic influence in the Ukraine conflict, labelling it as "evil. This exchange would likely violate UN resolutions prohibiting arms trade with North Korea. However, facing international sanctions and export controls due to its Ukraine involvement, Russia has turned to sanctioned countries like North Korea and Iran for weapons procurement. Russia and North Korea are reportedly considering the possibility of bilateral military exercises, representing North Korea's first military drills with a foreign country since the Korean War in 1953. North Korea has traditionally adhered to a policy of "juche," or self-reliance, and avoided joint military exercises with foreign nations. Also watch | North Korea's Kim Jong-un arrives in Russia "However, the advent of a new axis between South Korea-US-Japan, driven by the United States to tighten security cooperation within the framework of the Indo-Pacific, could potentially prompt Kim Jong Un to break with tradition and create a new axis with Russia, China, and Iran for the first time," says Dr Uttam. While the true extent of North Korea's and Russia's military cooperation remains uncertain, it reflects both countries' interests in demonstrating their strengthened cooperation and signalling their positions to the United States. WATCH WION LIVE HERE:

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<p>Russian President Vladimir Putin has characterised the legal proceedings against former US President Donald Trump as a political witch hunt. He viewed these actions as a form of politically driven persecution.&nbsp;"It is a politically motivated persecution of one's competitor," Putin said&nbsp;at an economic forum in the far eastern city of Vladivostok.</p>

<p>The charges against Trump are in connection with allegations related to election interference. Kremlin has consistently voiced its support for the former US president.&nbsp;</p>

<p>During the forum, Putin expressed his perspective on the situation, stating, "As for the persecution of Trump, for us, in the current environment, it's good because it shows the rottenness of the American system."&nbsp;</p>

<p>Putin said,&nbsp;"And this shows who we are fighting ... As they said in Soviet times: 'The bestial face of American imperialism'."</p>

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<p>The Russian president also indicated that he does not anticipate a change in the US foreign policy stance toward Russia, regardless of the outcome of the US presidential election next year.</p>

<p>He accused Washington of fueling anti-Russian sentiments among ordinary people.&nbsp;</p>

<p>"Current authorities have directed American society in an anti-Russian spirit," Putin said adding,&nbsp;"They've done it and now somehow turning this ship in the other direction will be very difficult."</p>

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<p>Earlier, Trump said that had he remained in office, he would have pursued negotiations, potentially allowing Russia to assume control of certain Russian-speaking areas in Ukraine as a means to bring an end to the ongoing conflict.</p>

<p>Trump contended that this would have been a worst-case scenario. He also added that Russian President Vladimir Putin would not have initiated a military offensive on Ukraine under his leadership.</p>

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<p>Trump has consistently maintained that his re-election in 2020 could have averted the ongoing conflict in Ukraine, although he has not provided concrete evidence to support this claim.</p>

<p>Additionally, he said, if he were still in office, he could have resolved the current war in Ukraine within a single day.</p>

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Russian President Vladimir Putin has characterised the legal proceedings against former US President Donald Trump as a political witch hunt. He viewed these actions as a form of politically driven persecution.

Russian President Vladimir Putin has characterised the legal proceedings against former US President Donald Trump as a political witch hunt. He viewed these actions as a form of politically driven persecution. "It is a politically motivated persecution of one's competitor," Putin said at an economic forum in the far eastern city of Vladivostok. The charges against Trump are in connection with allegations related to election interference. Kremlin has consistently voiced its support for the former US president. During the forum, Putin expressed his perspective on the situation, stating, "As for the persecution of Trump, for us, in the current environment, it's good because it shows the rottenness of the American system." Putin said, "And this shows who we are fighting ... As they said in Soviet times: 'The bestial face of American imperialism'." Also Read | Morocco Ambassador Maliki welcomes India's offer of assistance after deadly earthquake The Russian president also indicated that he does not anticipate a change in the US foreign policy stance toward Russia, regardless of the outcome of the US presidential election next year. He accused Washington of fueling anti-Russian sentiments among ordinary people. "Current authorities have directed American society in an anti-Russian spirit," Putin said adding, "They've done it and now somehow turning this ship in the other direction will be very difficult." Also Read | India: Nipah virus alert in Kerala's Kozhikode after two 'unnatural deaths' reported in district Earlier, Trump said that had he remained in office, he would have pursued negotiations, potentially allowing Russia to assume control of certain Russian-speaking areas in Ukraine as a means to bring an end to the ongoing conflict. Trump contended that this would have been a worst-case scenario. He also added that Russian President Vladimir Putin would not have initiated a military offensive on Ukraine under his leadership. Watch | Can India amplify the voice of the global south? × During an appearance on Sean Hannity's radio show, Trump compared his approach to previous administrations, stating, "Don’t forget, under Bush they take over Georgia, under Obama they took over Crimea. And, under Biden, they are taking over everything. It looks like they are going to take over everything, the whole thing, they are going to go for the whole enchilada, they are going for everything, that’s what it looks like to me." Trump has consistently maintained that his re-election in 2020 could have averted the ongoing conflict in Ukraine, although he has not provided concrete evidence to support this claim. Additionally, he said, if he were still in office, he could have resolved the current war in Ukraine within a single day. WATCH WION LIVE HERE You can now write for wionews.com and be a part of the community. Share your stories and opinions with us here. ×

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