The Kremlin intends to use a statewide lottery among Russian families to increase President Vladimir Putin's support rating ahead of next year's elections.

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Russia Simulates Nuclear Strike. It comes after the nation opted out of the Nuclear treaty. The upper house of parliament voted to revoke the ratification of a nuclear test ban treaty.

Russia simulates nuclear strike overseen by President Putin after opting out of nuclear treaty

Ukraine last week said Russia had stepped up assaults on the frontline city, which lies just 15 kilometres (nine miles) from Moscow-held Donetsk.

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Russia named a replacement for the former head of the country's Aerospace Forces, who was dismissed in the wake of this summer's brief rebellion against the military establishment, state news agencies reported Friday.

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Russian President Vladimir Putin has arrived in China to meet his "No Limits" partner President Xi Jinping since the war broke out in Ukraine and this is the first time he's travelled to the capital of another P5 member country. Chinese President Xi Jinping greeted his dear friend Putin as China welcomes representatives from 130 countries for the Belt and Road Initiative Forum.

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<p>The so called 'nuclear briefcase' that accompanies Russian President Vladimir Putin was caught on camera on Wednesday (Oct 18) as the president headed to a meeting after his talks with Chinese President Xi Jinping. The briefcase can be used to order a nuclear strike by the Russian president. The nuclear briefcase is rarely filmed.</p>

<p>After his meeting with Xi, as Putin walked to another meeting, he was surrounded by security officers and was followed by two Russian naval officers in uniform. Each of these officers carried a briefcase. One of these was the actual nuclear briefcase.</p>

<p>The briefcase is traditionally carried by Russian naval officers. The briefcase is known as the "Cheget". It is named after Mount Cheget in the Caucasus Mountains.</p>

<p>"There are certain suitcases without which no trip of Putin's is complete," the Kremlin correspondents of state news agency RIA said in a post on Telegram under the footage.</p>

<p>In another clip, Putin walks out of a meeting in Beijing with the naval officers again filmed just a few paces from Putin who grins as he walks down some stairs.</p>

<p>The President of the United States also has such a device. It is called the 'nuclear football'. The satchel contains the codes the US president can use to authorise nuclear missiles in case he is not at the White House.</p>

<p>Tensions between Russia and the US are on the rise in the wake of Russia's invasion of Ukraine. Even China is seeking to bolster its nuclear arsenal. US-China relations are strained as well.</p>

<p><strong>Watch | China Belt &amp; Road summit kicks off: Xi delivers keynote address, warns against decoupling from China</strong></p>

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<p>On Tuesday, the Russian parliament took first steps towards revoking ratification of the Comprehensive Nuclear Test Ban Treaty (CTBT). Its top lawmaker has even warned US that Russia may even abandon the pact altogether.</p>

<h2><strong>What is in the briefcase?</strong></h2>

<p>The "Cheget" is essentially a secure communication tool that enables Russian president a link to his military top brass and through them, to the rocket forces. via the highly secret "Kazbek" electronic command-and-control network.</p>

<p>Russia's defence minister has such a briefcase with him. Reuters said that Russian chief of general staff may also have been given a nuclear briefcase.</p>

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<p>Footage shown by Russia's Zvezda television channel in 2019 showed what it said was one of the briefcases with an array of buttons.</p>

<p>According to Zvezda, there is a white 'launch' button and a red "cancel" button and the briefcase is activated by a special flashcard.</p>

<p><em>(With inputs from agencies)</em></p>

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The so called 'nuclear briefcase' that accompanies Russian President Vladimir Putin was caught on camera on Wednesday (Oct 18) as the president headed to a meeting after his talks with Chinese President Xi Jinping. The briefcase can be used to order a nuclear strike by the Russian president. The nuclear briefcase is rarely filmed. After his meeting with Xi, as Putin walked to another meeting, he was surrounded by security officers and was followed by two Russian naval officers in uniform. Each of these officers carried a briefcase. One of these was the actual nuclear briefcase. The briefcase is traditionally carried by Russian naval officers. The briefcase is known as the "Cheget". It is named after Mount Cheget in the Caucasus Mountains. "There are certain suitcases without which no trip of Putin's is complete," the Kremlin correspondents of state news agency RIA said in a post on Telegram under the footage. In another clip, Putin walks out of a meeting in Beijing with the naval officers again filmed just a few paces from Putin who grins as he walks down some stairs. The President of the United States also has such a device. It is called the 'nuclear football'. The satchel contains the codes the US president can use to authorise nuclear missiles in case he is not at the White House. Tensions between Russia and the US are on the rise in the wake of Russia's invasion of Ukraine. Even China is seeking to bolster its nuclear arsenal. US-China relations are strained as well. Watch | China Belt & Road summit kicks off: Xi delivers keynote address, warns against decoupling from China × On Tuesday, the Russian parliament took first steps towards revoking ratification of the Comprehensive Nuclear Test Ban Treaty (CTBT). Its top lawmaker has even warned US that Russia may even abandon the pact altogether. What is in the briefcase? The "Cheget" is essentially a secure communication tool that enables Russian president a link to his military top brass and through them, to the rocket forces. via the highly secret "Kazbek" electronic command-and-control network. Russia's defence minister has such a briefcase with him. Reuters said that Russian chief of general staff may also have been given a nuclear briefcase. Also Read | Putin praises 'dear friend' Xi in Beijing summit, discusses Middle East and Ukraine Footage shown by Russia's Zvezda television channel in 2019 showed what it said was one of the briefcases with an array of buttons. According to Zvezda, there is a white 'launch' button and a red "cancel" button and the briefcase is activated by a special flashcard. (With inputs from agencies) You can now write for wionews.com and be a part of the community. Share your stories and opinions with us here. WATCH WION LIVE HERE ×

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Russian parliament votes on withdrawing Moscow's ratification of the Comprehensive Nuclear Test Ban Treaty. The move comes amid the ongoing war in Ukraine & deepening rift between Russia & the West. Watch this video for all details.

What is the nuclear test ban treaty & why is Putin's Russia changing its position?

Russian President Vladimir Putin addressed the Gaza crisis in a phone call with Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu. The conversation comes against the backdrop of a spiralling humanitarian crisis for over 2 million Palestinians living in the Gaza Strip. According to the Kremlin offering, a potential mediation in the ongoing War Putin expressed Russia's willingness to "work towards ending the Palestinian-Israeli confrontation and achieving a peaceful settlement through political and diplomatic means."

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China is hosting representatives of 130 Nations for a forum that marks the 10th anniversary of the Belt and Road Initiative. The Forum that started on Monday focused on Beijing's International infrastructure plan something that is considered to be an important part of Chinese President Xi Jinping's effort to expand the nation's global reach.

BRI Forum meet: Russian leader Vladimir Putin arrives in China to meet Xi Jinping

Ukraine is finding it harder to secure financial support as the attention of officials in key donor countries shifts to upcoming elections and geopolitical tensions heighten, Finance Minister Serhiy Marchenko told Reuters on Saturday.

Ukraine FM says donor 'tiredness' growing as war drags on

Recently, American intelligence agencies tracked a shipment of 1000 containers of military equipment and munitions from North Korea to Russia.

North Korea shipped arms to Russia for use in Ukraine, US says

<p>Russian President Vladimir Putin is heading to China next week to meet "dear friend" Xi Jinping in order to forge even closer ties with the country which is viewed as a key strategic relationship in global politics. Experts are increasingly of the view that Moscow is fast becoming a junior partner in this equation.</p>

<p>On October 17-18, Beijing is playing host to representatives from 130 countries to mark a decade of the Belt and Road Initiative (BRI). It is a key geopolitical project of Chinese President Xi Jinping which seeks to expand China's global reach.</p>

<p>All eyes will be on Putin, who last month, met Chinese Foreign Minister Wang Yi in Saint Petersburg and said he had "gladly accepted" Xi's invitation to visit China for the BRI congregation.</p>

<p><strong>Watch | China's fertility rate drops to record low</strong></p>

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<p>Russia's strategic dependence on China has only increased after the global isolation Moscow faced after Ukraine's invasion.</p>

<p>The trade between the two countries has soared considerably since the beginning of Ukraine invasion. As international sanctions increasingly cornered Russian economy, Chinese imports of Russian oil was a critical lifeline to Moscow.</p>

<p>Last year, bilateral trade soared to record USD 190 billion, says the Chinese customs data. Both countries have pledged to take this to USD 200 billion this year.</p>

<p>In the aftermath of Russia's Ukraine invasion, China provided diplomatic cover and refused to condemn the war. China positioned itself as a neutral party but the stance was seen as benefitting Russia in global diplomatic circles.</p>

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<p>"Beijing has maintained a posture of 'pro-Russia neutrality' throughout the invasion, providing critical diplomatic, economic, and non-lethal military assistance to Moscow," Joseph Webster, senior fellow at the Atlantic Council's Global Energy Center, told AFP.</p>

<h2><strong>The shared struggle</strong></h2>

<p>China and Russia see their alliance as a symbiotic necessity and as a bulwark against Western dominance.</p>

<p>When President Xi Jinping made state visit to Moscow in March, he had hailed the "truly unlimited possibilities" in the partnership of the countries.</p>

<p>In May, the Chinese leader told Russian Prime Minister Mikhail Mishustin that Beijing and Moscow would continue to offer each other "firm support on issues concerning each other's core interests".</p>

<p><em>(With inputs from agencies)</em></p>

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Russian President Vladimir Putin is heading to China next week to meet "dear friend" Xi Jinping in order to forge even closer ties with the country which is viewed as a key strategic relationship in global politics. Experts are increasingly of the view that Moscow is fast becoming a junior partner in this equation. On October 17-18, Beijing is playing host to representatives from 130 countries to mark a decade of the Belt and Road Initiative (BRI). It is a key geopolitical project of Chinese President Xi Jinping which seeks to expand China's global reach. All eyes will be on Putin, who last month, met Chinese Foreign Minister Wang Yi in Saint Petersburg and said he had "gladly accepted" Xi's invitation to visit China for the BRI congregation. Watch | China's fertility rate drops to record low × Russia's strategic dependence on China has only increased after the global isolation Moscow faced after Ukraine's invasion. The trade between the two countries has soared considerably since the beginning of Ukraine invasion. As international sanctions increasingly cornered Russian economy, Chinese imports of Russian oil was a critical lifeline to Moscow. Last year, bilateral trade soared to record USD 190 billion, says the Chinese customs data. Both countries have pledged to take this to USD 200 billion this year. In the aftermath of Russia's Ukraine invasion, China provided diplomatic cover and refused to condemn the war. China positioned itself as a neutral party but the stance was seen as benefitting Russia in global diplomatic circles. Also Read | Combat veteran is top contender to replace China's missing defence minister "Beijing has maintained a posture of 'pro-Russia neutrality' throughout the invasion, providing critical diplomatic, economic, and non-lethal military assistance to Moscow," Joseph Webster, senior fellow at the Atlantic Council's Global Energy Center, told AFP. The shared struggle China and Russia see their alliance as a symbiotic necessity and as a bulwark against Western dominance. When President Xi Jinping made state visit to Moscow in March, he had hailed the "truly unlimited possibilities" in the partnership of the countries. In May, the Chinese leader told Russian Prime Minister Mikhail Mishustin that Beijing and Moscow would continue to offer each other "firm support on issues concerning each other's core interests". (With inputs from agencies) You can now write for wionews.com and be a part of the community. Share your stories and opinions with us here. WATCH WION LIVE HERE ×

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After denouncing the price cap that was imposed by the EU and the G7 on Russian oil, Moscow is now trying to cover up the losses that it may have to incur because of that.

Global oil supply constraint is here to stay, says Vladimir Putin

North Korean leader Kim Jong Un and russian president Vladimir Putin have exchanged another set of letters to mark the 75th anniversary of bilateral relations between both countries. This comes a month after Kim made a rare trip to Russia where Kim wished Putin victory over imperialists and anti- Russia scheme.

Kim and Putin vow to advance ties

Israel has come under the worst attack it has seen in decades. Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu has vowed to crush the enemy, which is the militant group Hamas.

Israel-Palestine war: Vladimir Putin says, 'Russia can contribute to peace process' amid Hamas war

Britain and other northern European allies announced a new £100 million ($123 million) military support package Wednesday for Ukraine, aimed at helping its armed forces clear minefields, maintain vehicles and protect key infrastructure.

UK, northern European allies announce new Ukraine military package

UK, northern European allies unveil new Ukraine military package

<p>Russian President Vladimir Putin&nbsp;on Tuesday (Oct 10)&nbsp;said the upsurge of violence and tensions between Israel and Gaza showed the failure of the United States' Middle-East policy.</p>

<p>He also stated that Washington sought to monopolise the international efforts aimed at forging peace in the region, further condemning the US for not seeking compromises acceptable to both sides.</p>

<p>"I think that many people will agree with me that this is a vivid example of the failure of United States policy in the Middle East," Putin told visiting Iraqi Prime Minister Mohammed Shia Al-Sudani.</p>

<p>"The US tried to monopolise the solution (of the crisis between Israel and Palestinians), but, unfortunately, was not concerned with finding compromises acceptable to both sides, but, on the contrary, promoted its own ideas about how it should be done and put both sides under pressure. That's both sides, at one or another," he said.</p>

<h2><strong>Putin calls for creation of Palestinian state</strong></h2>

<p>Putin accused the West of not taking into consideration the fundamental interests of the Palestinian people.</p>

<p>He said that it was necessary to "implement the decisions of the UN Security Council on the creation of an independent sovereign Palestinian state."</p>

<p>A day earlier, Russian Foreign Minister Sergei Lavrov released a statement saying that the creation of a Palestinian state was the "most reliable" solution for peace in Israel.&nbsp;</p>

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<p>"Creation of a Palestinian state that would live side by side with Israel.. is the most reliable path to solve (the conflict). We cannot agree with those who say that security can only be ensured through a fight with terrorism," he said.</p>

<h2><strong>'High risk of third party entering conflict', says Kremlin</strong></h2>

<p>After the United States moved warships closer to its ally&nbsp;Israel in a show of support, the Kremlin remarked that there was a "high risk" of a third party entering the conflict between Tel Aviv and Hamas.&nbsp;</p>

<p>"The risk of third forces becoming involved in this conflict is high," Kremlin spokesman Dmitry Peskov was quoted as saying by the TASS news agency.&nbsp;</p>

<p>"It is very important to find ways as soon as possible to move towards some kind of negotiation process in order to reduce this escalation and move away from a military solution," he said.&nbsp;</p>

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Russian President Vladimir Putin on Tuesday (Oct 10) said the upsurge of violence and tensions between Israel and Gaza showed the failure of the United States' Middle-East policy.

Russian President Vladimir Putin on Tuesday (Oct 10) said the upsurge of violence and tensions between Israel and Gaza showed the failure of the United States' Middle-East policy. He also stated that Washington sought to monopolise the international efforts aimed at forging peace in the region, further condemning the US for not seeking compromises acceptable to both sides. "I think that many people will agree with me that this is a vivid example of the failure of United States policy in the Middle East," Putin told visiting Iraqi Prime Minister Mohammed Shia Al-Sudani. "The US tried to monopolise the solution (of the crisis between Israel and Palestinians), but, unfortunately, was not concerned with finding compromises acceptable to both sides, but, on the contrary, promoted its own ideas about how it should be done and put both sides under pressure. That's both sides, at one or another," he said. Putin calls for creation of Palestinian state Putin accused the West of not taking into consideration the fundamental interests of the Palestinian people. He said that it was necessary to "implement the decisions of the UN Security Council on the creation of an independent sovereign Palestinian state." A day earlier, Russian Foreign Minister Sergei Lavrov released a statement saying that the creation of a Palestinian state was the "most reliable" solution for peace in Israel. Also read: Iranian Supreme leader Ayatollah Ali Khamenei denies Tehran's involvement in Hamas attack on Israel "Creation of a Palestinian state that would live side by side with Israel.. is the most reliable path to solve (the conflict). We cannot agree with those who say that security can only be ensured through a fight with terrorism," he said. 'High risk of third party entering conflict', says Kremlin After the United States moved warships closer to its ally Israel in a show of support, the Kremlin remarked that there was a "high risk" of a third party entering the conflict between Tel Aviv and Hamas. "The risk of third forces becoming involved in this conflict is high," Kremlin spokesman Dmitry Peskov was quoted as saying by the TASS news agency. "It is very important to find ways as soon as possible to move towards some kind of negotiation process in order to reduce this escalation and move away from a military solution," he said. (With inputs from agencies) 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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Russian President Vladimir Putin said his country tested a nuclear-powered cruise missile and warned that if any country launches a nuclear attack against Moscow, "no single enemy would have a chance for survival".

Vladimir Putin issues fresh nuclear threat amid war in Ukraine

<p>Train traffic between North Korea and Russia has spiked dramatically following a recent summit between Kim Jong Un and Vladimir Putin, indicating a "likely" transfer of arms, according to a new report by Washington-based analysts Beyond Parallel.</p>

<p>High-resolution satellite imagery reveals at least 70 freight cars at North Korea's border Tumangang Rail Facility, the group said Friday, a number described as "unprecedented" even when compared to pre-Covid levels.</p>

<p>No more than 20 cars had been seen in the railyard over the previous five years, the report said.</p>

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<p>The flurry of activity "likely indicates North Korea's supply of arms and munitions to Russia", the report concludes, while adding that tarps covering the shipping containers made it impossible to "conclusively identify" their contents.</p>

<p>The analysis comes a day after CBS News cited an unnamed US official as saying North Korea had begun transferring artillery to Russia for use in its war in Ukraine.</p>

<p>Last month's face-to-face meeting between Putin and Kim sparked widespread concern among Kyiv's allies over the possibility of a potential arms deal.</p>

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<p>North Korea, which the US has previously accused of supplying shells to Russia's Wagner Group, is a mass producer of conventional weaponry and is known to be sitting on large stocks of Soviet-era war material -- albeit in unknown condition.</p>

<p>Russia has ramped up production of shells this year to a forecast 2.5 million, but analysts have suggested that could fall short of its needs on the battlefield. Moscow's forces are firing about 60,000 rounds per day, according to Ukrainian figures.</p>

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<p>While Russia said no agreements were signed during Kim's visit, Putin said he saw "possibilities" for military cooperation.</p>

<p>Russia and North Korea, historic allies, are both under a raft of global sanctions -- Moscow for its invasion of Ukraine, and Pyongyang for its testing of nuclear weapons.</p>

<p>The White House has said any arms exports from North Korea to Russia "would directly violate multiple UN Security Council resolutions, including resolutions that Russia itself voted to adopt".</p>

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Train traffic between North Korea and Russia has spiked dramatically following a recent summit between Kim Jong Un and Vladimir Putin, indicating a "likely" transfer of arms, according to a new report by Washington-based analysts Beyond Parallel. High-resolution satellite imagery reveals at least 70 freight cars at North Korea's border Tumangang Rail Facility, the group said Friday, a number described as "unprecedented" even when compared to pre-Covid levels. No more than 20 cars had been seen in the railyard over the previous five years, the report said. Also Read | First Gandhi Museum in North America opens in Houston The flurry of activity "likely indicates North Korea's supply of arms and munitions to Russia", the report concludes, while adding that tarps covering the shipping containers made it impossible to "conclusively identify" their contents. The analysis comes a day after CBS News cited an unnamed US official as saying North Korea had begun transferring artillery to Russia for use in its war in Ukraine. Last month's face-to-face meeting between Putin and Kim sparked widespread concern among Kyiv's allies over the possibility of a potential arms deal. Also Read | World crosses key 1.5 C warming mark for record number of days in 2023: Report North Korea, which the US has previously accused of supplying shells to Russia's Wagner Group, is a mass producer of conventional weaponry and is known to be sitting on large stocks of Soviet-era war material -- albeit in unknown condition. Russia has ramped up production of shells this year to a forecast 2.5 million, but analysts have suggested that could fall short of its needs on the battlefield. Moscow's forces are firing about 60,000 rounds per day, according to Ukrainian figures. Watch | Tracking Rupee's journey since 1947 × While Russia said no agreements were signed during Kim's visit, Putin said he saw "possibilities" for military cooperation. Russia and North Korea, historic allies, are both under a raft of global sanctions -- Moscow for its invasion of Ukraine, and Pyongyang for its testing of nuclear weapons. The White House has said any arms exports from North Korea to Russia "would directly violate multiple UN Security Council resolutions, including resolutions that Russia itself voted to adopt". 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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Russia has turned Ukraine Into a giant minefield. It’s estimated that around 30 % of Ukraine has been contaminated with landmines. What's even worse? Removing them is proving to be difficult. But it seems technology could prove to be of some help. Here is more.

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<p class="MsoNormal">Russian President Vladimir Putin on Thursday (Oct 5) said that they had discovered the traces of explosive grenades in the remains of Wagner mercenary chief Yevgeny Prigozhin along with his crew after the fatal crash of their plane over Russia in August.<o:p></o:p></p>

<p class="MsoNormal">The plane of Prigozhin crashed between Saint Petersburg and Moscow in August, two months after a brief mutiny was led by him against the top military brass of Russia. The critics of the Kremlin and the Western nations have hinted at foul play.<span style="mso-spacerun:yes">&nbsp; </span><o:p></o:p></p>

<p class="MsoNormal">The comments made by Putin were the first significant ones made by him after an investigation was launched by Russia into the crash.<o:p></o:p></p>

<p class="MsoNormal">"The head of the Investigative Committee reported to me a few days ago," said Putin&nbsp;while speaking at a meeting of the Valdai Discussion Club.<o:p></o:p></p>

<p class="MsoNormal">"Fragments of hand grenades were found in the bodies of the victims of the air disaster. There was no external impact on the plane,” he added.<o:p></o:p></p>

<p class="MsoNormal">Russian investigators have stated that they are investigating all the possible scenarios related to the crash, which included premeditated murder.<o:p></o:p></p>

<p class="MsoNormal">On Thursday, Putin slammed investigators for not carrying out alcohol and drug tests on Prigozhin along with nine other victims of the crash.<o:p></o:p></p>

<p class="MsoNormal">He further stated that five kilogrammes of cocaine were discovered at the Wagner offices after the short-lived rebellion of the mercenary group.</p>

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<p class="MsoNormal">"A blood test for alcohol was not done," said Putin. "Even though we know that after the famous events in the (Wagner) company in Saint Petersburg, the FSB (security service) found not only 10 billion in cash, but also five kilogrammes of cocaine," he added.<o:p></o:p></p>

<p class="MsoNormal">An armed rebellion was led by Prigozhin against the military leadership of Moscow in June which turned out to be the biggest threat to the two-decade rule of Putin.<o:p></o:p></p>

<p class="MsoNormal">After the death of Prigozhin, Putin said that he was a man who had made "serious mistakes in his life but he achieved the right results."<o:p></o:p></p>

<p class="MsoNormal">However, the Kremlin refuted suggestions stating that they orchestrated the plane crash in revenge for the march of Wagner in Moscow.<span style="mso-spacerun:yes">&nbsp; </span><o:p></o:p></p>

<h2 class="MsoNormal"><strong>Putin calls Canada's ex-parliament speaker 'idiot'</strong><o:p></o:p></h2>

<p class="MsoNormal">Making another strong statement, President Putin called Canada's former parliament speaker an "idiot" after a Ukrainian World War II veteran, who had a history of fighting alongside the Nazis, was celebrated in the legislature of Canada.&nbsp;</p>

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<p>Putin&nbsp;was talking about&nbsp;an embarrassing incident which marred Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky's visit to Canada&nbsp;last month.</p>

<p>When&nbsp;Zelensky was visiting the parliament, the then-parliament&nbsp;speaker Anthony Ruta called an&nbsp;elderly Ukrainian immigrant a hero as members of the parliament gave him a standing ovation.&nbsp;Ruta had to resign after it was discovered that the veteran had actually served in a Nazi-linked military unit.</p>

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<p class="MsoNormal">"If the speaker of the Canadian parliament says that during World War II this Canadian-Ukrainian or Ukrainian-Canadian Nazi fought against the Russians, he cannot help but understand that he fought on the side of Hitler," Putin stated.<o:p></o:p></p>

<p class="MsoNormal">"Let's assume he doesn't know this. But if he doesn't know that Hitler and his minions fought against Russia during the war, then he's an idiot. It means he just didn't go to school. And if the parliament speaker knew the Ukrainian veteran had fought alongside the Nazi, then he is a wretch. Either this or that,” the Russian leader said.<o:p></o:p></p>

<p class="MsoNormal">"It looked absolutely disgusting that everyone applauded this Nazi, especially the president of Ukraine, who has Jewish blood in his veins,” he added.</p>

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Russian President Vladimir Putin on Thursday (Oct 5) said that they had discovered the traces of explosive grenades in the remains of Wagner mercenary chief Yevgeny Prigozhin along with his crew after the fatal crash of their plane over Russia in August.

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