Russian President Vladimir Putin on Wednesday (September 7) said that Russia will stop oil and gas supply to countries that introduce price caps. Western countries are considering to put a price cap on Russian energy products in order to cut its revenue stream. Putin told the Eastern Economic Forum that such a move "would be an absolutely stupid decision".

"We will not supply anything at all if it is contrary to our interests, in this case economic (interests)," he said. "No gas, no oil, no coal, no fuel oil, nothing."

G7 industrialised powers on Friday vowed to move urgently towards implementing a price cap on Russian oil imports, in a bid to cut off a major source of funding for Moscow's military action in Ukraine.

Putin said Russia would respect its contractual obligations and hoped other countries would do the same.

"Those who are trying to impose something on us are in no position today to dictate their will," Putin said.&nbsp;

"They should come to their senses."

Quoting a Russian fairy tale "Freeze, freeze, the wolf tail", Putin said that Russia would supply nothing outside of existing contracts.

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Russian squeeze on natural gas supply to Europe has begun showing its effect. Energy prices in Europe have gone up and governments are facing public anger.

"They have several solutions. Either subsidising high prices, which is bad because it won't change consumer behaviour... or reduce consumption," he said.

"From an economic point of view, it is correct. From a social point of view it is dangerous, it can lead to an explosion. It is better to adhere to contractual obligations, to civilised rules," Putin said.

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Russian President Vladimir Putin on Wednesday (September 7) said that Russia will stop oil and gas supply to countries that introduce price caps. Western countries are considering to put a price cap on Russian energy products in order to cut its revenue stream.

Russian President Vladimir Putin on Wednesday (September 7) said that Russia will stop oil and gas supply to countries that introduce price caps. Western countries are considering to put a price cap on Russian energy products in order to cut its revenue stream. Putin told the Eastern Economic Forum that such a move "would be an absolutely stupid decision". "We will not supply anything at all if it is contrary to our interests, in this case economic (interests)," he said. "No gas, no oil, no coal, no fuel oil, nothing." G7 industrialised powers on Friday vowed to move urgently towards implementing a price cap on Russian oil imports, in a bid to cut off a major source of funding for Moscow's military action in Ukraine. Putin said Russia would respect its contractual obligations and hoped other countries would do the same. "Those who are trying to impose something on us are in no position today to dictate their will," Putin said. "They should come to their senses." Quoting a Russian fairy tale "Freeze, freeze, the wolf tail", Putin said that Russia would supply nothing outside of existing contracts. Also Read | Turkiye President Erdogan calls Western policies towards Russia 'provocative' Russian squeeze on natural gas supply to Europe has begun showing its effect. Energy prices in Europe have gone up and governments are facing public anger. "They have several solutions. Either subsidising high prices, which is bad because it won't change consumer behaviour... or reduce consumption," he said. "From an economic point of view, it is correct. From a social point of view it is dangerous, it can lead to an explosion. It is better to adhere to contractual obligations, to civilised rules," Putin said. (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 ×

Putin threatens 'no gas, no oil' to countries introducing price caps on Russian oil

Russian President Vladimir Putin attended large-scale military exercises on Tuesday involving China and several other nations, this comes as Moscow seeks to strengthen its diplomatic ties in Asia amid the ongoing western sanctions.

Putin seeks closer ties with Asia as tensions with West intensifies

Ukraine President Volodymyr Zelensky stated that his forces have taken two settlements in Southern and the third in Eastern Ukraine. His forces began a counter-offensive operation last week targeting the South and the East which were seized by the Russian forces early in the conflict.

Ukrainian forces recapture three settlements in Southern and Eastern Ukraine

During a trip to Petropavlovsk-Kamchatsky in Russia's Far East, Russian President Vladimir Putin tried his hand at falconry.

Putin tries his hand at falconry during his visit to Russia's far east

Four days after passing away at age 91, Mikhail Gorbachev, the final Soviet leader to bring the Cold War to a peaceful conclusion, has&nbsp;been buried in Moscow. According to the Kremlin, Russian President Vladimir Putin did not&nbsp;attend the funeral due to his work&nbsp;commitments.

But many people view this as a slight against the guy who managed the dissolution of the Soviet Union. When Gorbachev came to power in 1985, he enacted radical changes and opened the USSR to the outside world.

However, he was powerless to stop the union's dissolution in 1991, and many <a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/polands-envoy-adam-burakowski-says-india-can-convince-russia-to-stop-war-512299">Russians</a> hold him responsible for the years of unrest that followed. He was well-liked outside of Russia, and UN Secretary-General António Guterres claimed that he had "changed the course of history."

The funeral service&nbsp;started at 10:00 local time (07:00 GMT), according to the Gorbachev Foundation, with the public expressing their respects to Gorbachev.

Like numerous of his Soviet forebears, including Vladimir Lenin, Joseph Stalin, and Leonid Brezhnev, he&nbsp;lies in state in the ancient Columned Hall of the House of Unions.

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Gorbachev has&nbsp;been laid to rest in Novodevichy, the biggest cemetery in Moscow and the final resting place of many notable Russians.&nbsp;

"He deeply understood that reforms were necessary, he strove to offer his own solutions to urgent problems," the Russian leader said.

On Thursday, he also discreetly placed flowers at Gorbachev's casket.

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According to the BBC's Steve Rosenberg in Moscow, the fact that Saturday's event won't be a state funeral indicates that the present Kremlin leadership has little interest in preserving Gorbachev's legacy.

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It was clearly known that the relationship between Gorbachev and Putin was tense.

Their last meeting, according to reports, was in 2006, and the Russian president once referred to the fall of the USSR as the "biggest geopolitical calamity of the century."

Gorbachev most recently reportedly disapproved of Russia's invasion of Ukraine, although having supported the annexation of the Crimean peninsula in 2014.

His health had been deteriorating and he had been in and out of the hospital in recent years. He was admitted in June, according to news reports from throughout the world, after developing kidney problems.

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Four days after passing away at age 91, Mikhail Gorbachev, the final Soviet leader to bring the Cold War to a peaceful conclusion, has been buried in Moscow. According to the Kremlin, Russian President Vladimir Putin did not attend the funeral due to his work commitments.

Four days after passing away at age 91, Mikhail Gorbachev, the final Soviet leader to bring the Cold War to a peaceful conclusion, has been buried in Moscow. According to the Kremlin, Russian President Vladimir Putin did not attend the funeral due to his work commitments. But many people view this as a slight against the guy who managed the dissolution of the Soviet Union. When Gorbachev came to power in 1985, he enacted radical changes and opened the USSR to the outside world. However, he was powerless to stop the union's dissolution in 1991, and many Russians hold him responsible for the years of unrest that followed. He was well-liked outside of Russia, and UN Secretary-General António Guterres claimed that he had "changed the course of history." The funeral service started at 10:00 local time (07:00 GMT), according to the Gorbachev Foundation, with the public expressing their respects to Gorbachev. Like numerous of his Soviet forebears, including Vladimir Lenin, Joseph Stalin, and Leonid Brezhnev, he lies in state in the ancient Columned Hall of the House of Unions. Also read | Putin hasn't forgiven Gorbachev yet Gorbachev has been laid to rest in Novodevichy, the biggest cemetery in Moscow and the final resting place of many notable Russians. "He deeply understood that reforms were necessary, he strove to offer his own solutions to urgent problems," the Russian leader said. On Thursday, he also discreetly placed flowers at Gorbachev's casket. × According to the BBC's Steve Rosenberg in Moscow, the fact that Saturday's event won't be a state funeral indicates that the present Kremlin leadership has little interest in preserving Gorbachev's legacy. Also see | From Pizza Hut to the free press: Gorbachev's years after power It was clearly known that the relationship between Gorbachev and Putin was tense. Their last meeting, according to reports, was in 2006, and the Russian president once referred to the fall of the USSR as the "biggest geopolitical calamity of the century." Gorbachev most recently reportedly disapproved of Russia's invasion of Ukraine, although having supported the annexation of the Crimean peninsula in 2014. His health had been deteriorating and he had been in and out of the hospital in recent years. He was admitted in June, according to news reports from throughout the world, after developing kidney problems. Also WATCH | Gravitas: Putin will not attend Gorbachev's funeral

Mikhail Gorbachev: Last Soviet leader laid to rest

Mikhail Gorbachev, the man who ended the Cold War without bloodshed but failed to prevent the collapse of the Soviet Union, died on Tuesday at the age of 91.

Russians bid a sombre goodbye to Gorbachev, died following 'serious and long illness'

Russian President Vladimir Putin will not be attending the funeral of Mikhail Gorbachev who was Soviet Union's last leader. The leader died at the age of 91.

Putin to not attend Mikhail Gorbachev's funeral, skip due to 'work schedule'

Russian President Vladimir Putin will not attend the funeral of Soviet Russia's last leader Mikhail Gorbachev. The Kremlin said that Putin will not be able to attend the funeral due to 'schedule' constraints. Kremlin spokesman Dmitry Peskov spoke with the reporters on a phone&nbsp;call.

"Unfortunately, the president's work schedule will not allow him to do this on Sept. 3, so he decided to do it today," Peskov said.

Peskov said Putin paid his respects to Gorbachev on Thursday morning and that he visited and laid a wreath at Moscow's Central Clinical Hospital. Gorbachev passed away on Tuesday (August 30).

Pekov said that Gorbachev's funeral will have 'elements' of a state funeral, including a guard of honour, and that the state was helping with the organisation.

Mikhail Gorbachev, the last leader of Soviet Russia, has made indelible mark on the global politics due to his policies of 'glasnost' and 'perestroika'. He attempted to open up Soviet Russia to the world and afford some civilian liberties. The experiment ended in breakdown of Soviet Russia.

Putin, it is understood, considers breakdown of Soviet Russia, a superpower, a tragedy for his country. Though Gorbachev is often hailed in the West as someone who ended the Cold War, there are many within Russia who hold him responsible for country's downfall from superpower status.

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Russian President Vladimir Putin will not attend the funeral of Soviet Russia's last leader Mikhail Gorbachev. The Kremlin said that Putin will not be able to attend the funeral due to 'schedule' constraints.

Russian President Vladimir Putin will not attend the funeral of Soviet Russia's last leader Mikhail Gorbachev. The Kremlin said that Putin will not be able to attend the funeral due to 'schedule' constraints. Kremlin spokesman Dmitry Peskov spoke with the reporters on a phone call. "Unfortunately, the president's work schedule will not allow him to do this on Sept. 3, so he decided to do it today," Peskov said. Peskov said Putin paid his respects to Gorbachev on Thursday morning and that he visited and laid a wreath at Moscow's Central Clinical Hospital. Gorbachev passed away on Tuesday (August 30). Pekov said that Gorbachev's funeral will have 'elements' of a state funeral, including a guard of honour, and that the state was helping with the organisation. Mikhail Gorbachev, the last leader of Soviet Russia, has made indelible mark on the global politics due to his policies of 'glasnost' and 'perestroika'. He attempted to open up Soviet Russia to the world and afford some civilian liberties. The experiment ended in breakdown of Soviet Russia. Putin, it is understood, considers breakdown of Soviet Russia, a superpower, a tragedy for his country. Though Gorbachev is often hailed in the West as someone who ended the Cold War, there are many within Russia who hold him responsible for country's downfall from superpower status. (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 ×

Putin not to attend Gorbachev's funeral due to 'schedule' constraints

Mikhail Gorbachev, the man who changed the coasts of history, the former soviet leader who brought an end to the cold war passed away the age of 91. His death was announced on Tuesday by Russian news agencies who said that he died at a central hospital in Moscow after a serious and long illness.

Putin expresses deepest condolences on death of last Soviet leader Mikhail Gorbachev

Ukraine has launched a counter-offensive in Kherson, a Ukrainian town held by Russia. Kyiv claims to have broken through Russia's first line of defence. Palki Sharma Upadhyay brings you a report.

Gravitas: Ukraine launches counter-offensive in Kherson

Ukraine has announced the launch of a counter-offensive to recapture southern parts of the country and has advanced into the Kherson, Mykolaiv regions; however, Russia claimed to have repulsed the Ukrainian offensive.

Russia-Ukraine Conflict: Ukraine launches counter-offensive to retake Kherson region

The Russian invasion of Ukraine has been raging on for more than 6 months now. There's no end to the conflict in sight and amid all this, the US says Russia is planning to buy hundreds of UAVs.

Russia to use Iranian drones in Ukraine? The US says Russia is planning to buy hundreds of UAVs

Russian President Vladimir Putin on Saturday signed a financial decree under which people who left Ukrainian territory to come to Russia after the latter's invasion will be provided financial benefits.

Russian President Vladimir Putin on Saturday signed a financial decree under which people who left Ukrainian territory to come to Russia after the latter's invasion will be provided financial benefits. Reportedly, under the decree, published on a government portal, pensioners, disabled as well as pregnant women have been covered. Accordingly, a monthly pension of $170 (10,000 roubles) will be provided to people who have been forced to leave Ukraine since February 18. Disabled people will also be entitled to the same amount. Meanwhile, pregnant women will receive the sum as a one-off benefit. Read more: Explained: Six months into the Russia-Ukraine war, what are the consequences so far? In February this year when Moscow invaded Kyiv, Putin ordered every person who arrived in Russia from Donetsk and Luhansk to be given a payment of 10,000 roubles. Not only that, Moscow has been providing Russian passports to the Ukrainians who have ventured into Russian soil. According to international experts, this is an illegal ploy by Moscow to annex territory in the occupied part. Read more: Putin signs decree to boost the size of Russian forces Moreover, this is the second decree signed by Putin in as many days. As reported by WION, Putin on Thursday authorised a significant expansion of his nation's military forces. Under the decree, Putin wants to boost army numbers by 137,000, or 13 per cent to 1.15 million by the end of the year. With the addition of the 1.15 million personnel, the move will increase Russia's total armed forces to 2.04 million. WATCH | WION Fineprint | Putin Orders Expansion of Russia’s Hard-Hit Armed Forces × However, Putin's order was vague as to whether the increase would be accomplished by expanding the draught, increasing volunteerism, or a combination of the two. According to estimates from the West, more Russians have lost their lives than what the Soviet Union lost in its ten-year war in Afghanistan. Up to 80,000 Russian soldiers may have been killed or wounded, according to the Pentagon's report from last week, which makes Moscow less effective in launching major offensives. (With inputs from agencies) WATCH WION LIVE HERE:

Vladimir Putin signs a decree to provide financial benefits to Ukrainians arriving in Russia

Zaporizhzhia nuclear plant were briefly cut off from power grid on Thursday. Three out of four power lines from plant have been damaged in recent days and disconnection from power grid led to large scale outages.

Ukraine's largest nuclear plant cut off from power grid

President Vladimir Putin has signed a decree to increase the size of Russia’s armed forces from 1.9 million to 2.04 million, as the war in Ukraine enters its seventh month.

WION Fineprint | Putin Orders Expansion of Russia’s Hard-Hit Armed Forces

Russian President Vladimir Putin has signed a decree to increase the number of troops in the Russian army. The decree increases the size of Russia's army from around 1.9 million to 2.04 million.

Ukraine war: Russian President Vladimir Putin raises armed forces cap by 10%

In an apparent effort to replenish troops that have sustained significant losses in six months of deadly combat and get ready for a protracted, exhausting battle in Ukraine, Russian President Vladimir Putin authorised a significant expansion of his nation's military forces on Thursday.

The decision to boost army numbers by 137,000, or 13%, to 1.15 million by the end of the year coincided with ominous events in Ukraine:

— According to Ukrainian authorities, fires damaged the final functional transmission line, cutting off the Zaporizhzhia power plant in the centre of the conflict in southern Ukraine from the electrical system. The incident led to a regional blackout. A local Russian-installed official reported that the plant was later restored to the grid.

— 25 people have died as a result of a Russian rocket strike on a train station and the neighbourhood on Ukraine's Independence Day, according to Ukrainian authorities. In its attack on Wednesday, Russia claimed to have attacked a military train and killed more than 200 Ukrainian reservists.

Putin's order was vague as to whether the increase would be accomplished by expanding the draught, increasing volunteerism, or a combination of the two. The Kremlin's worries about a potential domestic backlash from a larger conscription, however, led some Russian military strategists to foresee a greater dependence on volunteers.

With the addition of the 1.15 million personnel, the move will increase <a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/over-200-ukrainian-troops-killed-in-chaplyne-railway-station-attack-claims-russia-510118">Russia's armed forces</a> to 2.04 million.

More Russians than the Soviet Union lost in its ten-year war in Afghanistan, according to estimates from the West, which vary from more than 15,000 to over 20,000. Up to 80,000 Russian soldiers may have been killed or wounded, according to the Pentagon's report from last week, which makes Moscow less able to launch major offensives.

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Only volunteer contract soldiers, according to the Kremlin, are involved in the conflict in Ukraine. However, it might be challenging to locate additional willing soldiers, and according to military analysts, the anticipated troop levels might not be enough to support operations.

Retired Russian Col. Retired Viktor Murakhovsky stated that the Kremlin will likely try to continue depending on volunteers and that this will account for the majority of the increase in remarks published by the Moscow-based RBC online news outlet.

Fighting near the Russian-occupied Zaporizhzhia facility has raised concerns in <a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/russia-operating-21-filtration-locations-to-process-ukraine-pow-us-report-510199">Ukraine</a> about a catastrophe akin to Chernobyl. Russia and Ukraine have both accused the other of bombarding the location.

It was unclear right away if the damaged line in the incident on Thursday carried incoming power or outgoing power needed to run the plant, including the crucial cooling system for the reactors. According to Ukrainian authorities, a backup power line that uses energy from a different, non-nuclear reactor is still connected and in use.

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The Russian government has frequently asserted that its forces exclusively aim at legitimate military objectives after attacks in which civilians have died. Russian Defense Minister Sergei Shoigu maintained the military was doing all possible to save civilians hours before the massacre at the railway station, even if it meant slowing down its offensive in Ukraine.

In April, when large groups, primarily made up of women and children, tried to flee the fighting, a Russian missile attack on a train station in the eastern Ukrainian city of Kramatorsk resulted in the deaths of over 50 people. The assault was called a war crime.

(With inputs from agencies)

Also WATCH |&nbsp;Russia readies emergency blue print, plan risks failure of nuclear plant's cooling system

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In an apparent effort to replenish troops that have sustained significant losses in six months of deadly combat and get ready for a protracted, exhausting battle in Ukraine, Russian President Vladimir Putin authorised a significant expansion of his nation's military forces on Thursday.

In an apparent effort to replenish troops that have sustained significant losses in six months of deadly combat and get ready for a protracted, exhausting battle in Ukraine, Russian President Vladimir Putin authorised a significant expansion of his nation's military forces on Thursday. The decision to boost army numbers by 137,000, or 13%, to 1.15 million by the end of the year coincided with ominous events in Ukraine: — According to Ukrainian authorities, fires damaged the final functional transmission line, cutting off the Zaporizhzhia power plant in the centre of the conflict in southern Ukraine from the electrical system. The incident led to a regional blackout. A local Russian-installed official reported that the plant was later restored to the grid. — 25 people have died as a result of a Russian rocket strike on a train station and the neighbourhood on Ukraine's Independence Day, according to Ukrainian authorities. In its attack on Wednesday, Russia claimed to have attacked a military train and killed more than 200 Ukrainian reservists. Putin's order was vague as to whether the increase would be accomplished by expanding the draught, increasing volunteerism, or a combination of the two. The Kremlin's worries about a potential domestic backlash from a larger conscription, however, led some Russian military strategists to foresee a greater dependence on volunteers. With the addition of the 1.15 million personnel, the move will increase Russia's armed forces to 2.04 million. More Russians than the Soviet Union lost in its ten-year war in Afghanistan, according to estimates from the West, which vary from more than 15,000 to over 20,000. Up to 80,000 Russian soldiers may have been killed or wounded, according to the Pentagon's report from last week, which makes Moscow less able to launch major offensives. Also read | Explained: Six months into the Russia-Ukraine war, what are the consequences so far? Only volunteer contract soldiers, according to the Kremlin, are involved in the conflict in Ukraine. However, it might be challenging to locate additional willing soldiers, and according to military analysts, the anticipated troop levels might not be enough to support operations. Retired Russian Col. Retired Viktor Murakhovsky stated that the Kremlin will likely try to continue depending on volunteers and that this will account for the majority of the increase in remarks published by the Moscow-based RBC online news outlet. Fighting near the Russian-occupied Zaporizhzhia facility has raised concerns in Ukraine about a catastrophe akin to Chernobyl. Russia and Ukraine have both accused the other of bombarding the location. It was unclear right away if the damaged line in the incident on Thursday carried incoming power or outgoing power needed to run the plant, including the crucial cooling system for the reactors. According to Ukrainian authorities, a backup power line that uses energy from a different, non-nuclear reactor is still connected and in use. Also read | For the first time, India votes against Russia in UNSC during procedural vote on Ukraine The Russian government has frequently asserted that its forces exclusively aim at legitimate military objectives after attacks in which civilians have died. Russian Defense Minister Sergei Shoigu maintained the military was doing all possible to save civilians hours before the massacre at the railway station, even if it meant slowing down its offensive in Ukraine. In April, when large groups, primarily made up of women and children, tried to flee the fighting, a Russian missile attack on a train station in the eastern Ukrainian city of Kramatorsk resulted in the deaths of over 50 people. The assault was called a war crime. (With inputs from agencies) Also WATCH | Russia readies emergency blue print, plan risks failure of nuclear plant's cooling system

Putin signs decree to boost the size of Russian forces

Ukraine unveiled plans on how it intends to make Russian President Vladimir Putin responsible for his "crimes." In other news, North Korea reports four new ‘fever’ cases, two weeks after declaring its victory over COVID-19. As per reports, the Pakistani Army has been divided over support for Imran Khan. Finally, Twitter's CEO Parag Agrawal assured the company is working hard to address the issues it is facing and dismissed the whistleblower's allegations as false.

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As per an AFP report, Ukraine is drawing up plans for a special international tribunal to investigate Russia's alleged "crime of aggression".

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However, the official KCNA said that the four fever instances had been discovered in the bordering Chinese province of Ryanggang, AFP reported.

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The dilemma that the Pakistan military faces are that the more they try to seek to boot Khan out of politics, the greater the risk he becomes even more popular.

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Agrawal said a "false narrative" has been created about the company, which "is currently challenging our integrity”, adding, "I know that that can be frustrating, and I know it can be challenging."

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Ukraine unveiled plans on how it intends to make Russian President Vladimir Putin responsible for his "crimes." In other news, North Korea reports four new ‘fever’ cases, two weeks after declaring its victory over COVID-19.

Ukraine unveiled plans on how it intends to make Russian President Vladimir Putin responsible for his "crimes." In other news, North Korea reports four new ‘fever’ cases, two weeks after declaring its victory over COVID-19. As per reports, the Pakistani Army has been divided over support for Imran Khan. Finally, Twitter's CEO Parag Agrawal assured the company is working hard to address the issues it is facing and dismissed the whistleblower's allegations as false. Click on the headlines to read more: Ukraine reveals plan to hold Vladimir Putin accountable for his 'crime of aggression' As per an AFP report, Ukraine is drawing up plans for a special international tribunal to investigate Russia's alleged "crime of aggression". North Korea reports four 'fever' cases after declaring victory over Covid, blames South Korea However, the official KCNA said that the four fever instances had been discovered in the bordering Chinese province of Ryanggang, AFP reported. Pakistani Army divided over support for former Prime Minister Imran Khan: Report The dilemma that the Pakistan military faces are that the more they try to seek to boot Khan out of politics, the greater the risk he becomes even more popular. Amid staff exodus, Twitter CEO Parag Agrawal dispels whistleblower’s claims Agrawal said a "false narrative" has been created about the company, which "is currently challenging our integrity”, adding, "I know that that can be frustrating, and I know it can be challenging." Watch | United States | Joe Biden: $10,000 loan cut for university graduates

Morning news brief: Ukraine to hold Putin accountable, 4 fever cases in N Korea, and more

Officials reported that dozens of people were injured and at least 22 people died on Wednesday when Russian rocket attacks struck a Ukrainian town and ignited a passenger train. The incident occurred as the country celebrated 31 years since gaining independence from Moscow-dominated Soviet rule.

Watch: The aftermath of Russian attack on Ukraine's Chaplyne

As Russia marks six whole months to the full-blown war that it waged against Ukraine, we have several takeaways. But, the most noteworthy of it is that a war situation has consequences not for just the parties involved, but for the whole world.

As Russia marks six whole months to the full-blown war that it waged against Ukraine, we have several takeaways. But, the most noteworthy of it is that a war situation has consequences not for just the parties involved, but for the whole world. Ukraine is on life support, Russian troops are suffering significant losses, and the rest of the world is dealing with acute food shortages, skyrocketing inflation, the possibility of a nuclear calamity, and other challenges brought on by a brutal conflict that has no sign of coming to an end soon. This is the stark reality of the Russia-Ukraine war. The Red Cross issued a warning on Tuesday that the crisis in Ukraine is taxing the whole humanitarian system and might have long-term effects on organisation's capacity to respond to emergencies around the world. Francesco Rocca, president of the International Federation of the Red Cross and Red Crescent Societies, stated that the war, which has been going on for six months, has brought people to "a crucial breaking point" (IFRC). In a statement, he stated that as the conflict continues, "the tragic knock-on effects are only mounting, with rising food and fuel prices and deepening food crises." We take you through the ramifications of this war. The human cost of the war - Death figures Although the true toll is substantially higher, 5,587 civilian deaths and 7,890 civilian injuries have been officially reported since February 24. According to the OHCHR, the majority of individuals killed or hurt were the victims of explosive weapons including artillery, missiles, and air attacks. The body of a serviceman is coated in snow next to a destroyed Russian military multiple rocket launcher vehicle on the outskirts of Kharkiv, Ukraine, Friday, Feb. 25, 2022. Photo credits: AP Separately, on August 22, General Valeriy Zaluzhnyi, the commander of the Ukrainian armed forces, announced that almost 9,000 Ukrainian service members had perished in the conflict. This was the first death toll announced by the military's highest ranking officials since the invasion. He said nothing more specific. The number of Russian soldiers killed has not been disclosed. According to U.S. intelligence, 15,000 Russian soldiers have died and three times as many have been wounded in Ukraine so far, which is equal to all the deaths suffered by the Soviet Union throughout its occupation of Afghanistan from 1979 to 1989. Internal displacement of Ukrainians According to the United Nations Refugee agency, since Feb. 24, a third of Ukrainians, who number over 41 million, have been ejected from their homes, creating the world's worst human displacement catastrophe right now. According to the agency's data, more than 6.6 million Ukrainian refugees have been registered across Europe, with the largest populations being in Poland, Russia, and Germany Territorial loss to Ukraine In addition to the lives lost, Reuters estimates that since Russia annexed Crimea in 2014, Ukraine has lost control of almost 22% of its territory. A large portion of its coastline has been lost, its economy is in ruins, and Russian bombardment has reduced certain cities to desolation. According to projections from the World Bank and International Monetary Fund, the Ukrainian GDP will collapse by 45% in 2022. Uncertainty surrounds Ukraine's actual monetary loss. According to the prime minister, Denys Shmyhal, the entire cost of the post-war rebuild would be around $750 billion. It might be a lot more. Russian expenses Russia has also incurred costs as a result of the conflict, albeit it does not divulge them since they are state secrets. In addition to the military costs, the West has attempted to penalise Moscow by enforcing harsh sanctions, which have caused Russia's economy to experience its greatest shock since the fall of the Soviet Union in 1991. The $1.8 trillion Russian economy is expected to fall by 4%–6% in 2022, which is less than the 8%–10% contraction that the central bank had predicted in April. The economic impact on Russia is still significant and not entirely understood. It is unable to access Western financial markets, the majority of its oligarchs are subject to sanctions, and it has trouble obtaining some goods, such as microchips. For the first time since the disastrous months that followed the 1917 Bolshevik revolution, Russia defaulted on its foreign obligations last month. Global inflation The invasion and Western sanctions against Russia caused sharp increases in the prices of energy, metals, wheat, fertiliser, and other commodities, feeding into a developing food crisis as well as an inflationary wave that is smashing through the world economy. After Saudi Arabia, Russia is the second-largest oil exporter in the world. It is also the world's top exporter of natural gas, wheat, nitrogen fertiliser, and palladium. Following Russia's invasion of Ukraine, global oil prices soared to record highs not seen since 2008. The most acute energy shortage since the Arab oil embargo in the 1970s has been made worse by efforts to cut back on dependence on Russian oil, gas, and oil products—or even to control their pricing. Gas prices for wholesale in Europe increased after Russia stopped sending gas through the Nord Stream 1 pipeline to Germany. According to Goldman Sachs, a complete cutoff would cause a recession in the euro region, with significant contractions in Germany and Italy. Global economy The International Monetary Fund currently predicts that the global economy will expand by 3.2% this year, down from 6.1% last year and much less than its previous projections from April of 3.6%, January of 4.4%, and October of 4.9%. The IMF predicted that global growth would slow to 2.6% in 2022 and 2% in 2023 under a "plausible" alternative scenario that includes a complete cutoff of Russian gas supplies to Europe by year's end and a further 30% drop in Russian oil exports, with growth in Europe and the US next year approaching zero. (With inputs from agencies) Also Watch | Russians to pay tributes to nationalist Daria Dugina at her memorial

Explained: Six months into the Russia-Ukraine war, what are the consequences so far?

Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky has vowed on Tuesday to raise Ukraine's national flag in currently Russian-occupied parts of the country.

President Zelensky vows to hoist the Ukrainian flag in Russian-occupied territories

In the centre of the Ukrainian capital's Khreshchatyk Boulevard, burned-out Russian tanks and infantry carriers were on display, attracting the interest of onlookers and amateur photographers.

Burnt Russian tanks on display in Kyiv ahead of Ukraine's Independence Day

Ukrainian president Zelensky has urged UN to maintain security at nuclear plant. UN chief, Zelensky and Erdogan discussed grain exports during the meet.

Ukraine: Zelensky urges UN to maintain security at nuclear plant

Chinese and Russian leaders Xi Jinping and Vladimir Putin will attend the G20 summit on the resort island of Bali this November, a longtime adviser to the Indonesian president said on Friday.

Andi Widjajanto, former cabinet secretary and unofficial adviser to President Joko Widodo, who is popularly known as Jokowi, told Reuters the two leaders would join the summit.

"Jokowi told me that Xi and Putin are both planning to attend in Bali," Widjajanto, who heads the National Resilience Institute, told Reuters.

On Thursday, Jokowi told Bloomberg News that both leaders had given him their assurances. Indonesian presidential officials did not respond to requests for confirmation of the report.

The Chinese foreign ministry did not immediately respond to a Reuters request for comment. A Kremlin spokesperson declined to comment to Bloomberg, but another official familiar with the situation told the news agency Putin plans to attend the meeting in person.

The trip would be significant given it would be Xi's first time outside China since January 2020, when he visited Myanmar.

China maintains a zero-COVID policy that has all but shut its borders to international travel.

Since then, Xi made his only trip outside of mainland China on June 30, visiting Hong Kong to mark the 25th anniversary of the handover of the territory from British control.

Xi is widely expected to secure a precedent-breaking third leadership term during a once-in-five-year congress of the ruling Communist Party scheduled for this autumn, most likely before he would head to Bali for the mid-November G20 gathering.

No dates have been announced for the party congress, but the last two took place in late October and early November.

Chinese officials are also reportedly making plans for a November meeting in Southeast Asia between Xi and U.S. President Joe Biden, who is expected to attend the G20 summit in Bali, according to a report https://www.wsj.com/articles/chinas-xi-jinping-plans-to-meet-with-biden-in-first-foreign-trip-in-nearly-three-years-11660318437 in the Wall Street Journal.

As head of the G20 this year, Indonesia has faced pressure from Western countries to withdraw its invitation to Putin over his country's invasion of Ukraine, which his government calls a "special military operation".

Indonesia has also invited Ukrainian leader Volodymyr Zelensky to attend the Bali summit.

Jokowi has sought to position himself as a mediator between the warring countries and has in recent months travelled to meet both the Ukrainian and Russian presidents to call for an end to the war and seek ways to ease the global food crisis.

This week, Jokowi said both countries have accepted Indonesia as a "bridge of peace". 
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Chinese and Russian leaders Xi Jinping and Vladimir Putin will attend the G20 summit on the resort island of Bali this November, a longtime adviser to the Indonesian president said on Friday.

Chinese and Russian leaders Xi Jinping and Vladimir Putin will attend the G20 summit on the resort island of Bali this November, a longtime adviser to the Indonesian president said on Friday. Andi Widjajanto, former cabinet secretary and unofficial adviser to President Joko Widodo, who is popularly known as Jokowi, told Reuters the two leaders would join the summit. "Jokowi told me that Xi and Putin are both planning to attend in Bali," Widjajanto, who heads the National Resilience Institute, told Reuters. On Thursday, Jokowi told Bloomberg News that both leaders had given him their assurances. Indonesian presidential officials did not respond to requests for confirmation of the report. The Chinese foreign ministry did not immediately respond to a Reuters request for comment. A Kremlin spokesperson declined to comment to Bloomberg, but another official familiar with the situation told the news agency Putin plans to attend the meeting in person. The trip would be significant given it would be Xi's first time outside China since January 2020, when he visited Myanmar. China maintains a zero-COVID policy that has all but shut its borders to international travel. Since then, Xi made his only trip outside of mainland China on June 30, visiting Hong Kong to mark the 25th anniversary of the handover of the territory from British control. Xi is widely expected to secure a precedent-breaking third leadership term during a once-in-five-year congress of the ruling Communist Party scheduled for this autumn, most likely before he would head to Bali for the mid-November G20 gathering. No dates have been announced for the party congress, but the last two took place in late October and early November. Chinese officials are also reportedly making plans for a November meeting in Southeast Asia between Xi and U.S. President Joe Biden, who is expected to attend the G20 summit in Bali, according to a report https://www.wsj.com/articles/chinas-xi-jinping-plans-to-meet-with-biden-in-first-foreign-trip-in-nearly-three-years-11660318437 in the Wall Street Journal. As head of the G20 this year, Indonesia has faced pressure from Western countries to withdraw its invitation to Putin over his country's invasion of Ukraine, which his government calls a "special military operation". Indonesia has also invited Ukrainian leader Volodymyr Zelensky to attend the Bali summit. Jokowi has sought to position himself as a mediator between the warring countries and has in recent months travelled to meet both the Ukrainian and Russian presidents to call for an end to the war and seek ways to ease the global food crisis. This week, Jokowi said both countries have accepted Indonesia as a "bridge of peace".

Xi, Putin to attend G20 summit in Indonesia's Bali this November

Amid the ongoing Russian invasion of Ukraine, Russian Vladimir Putin has revived a Soviet-era ‘Mother Heroine’ award. What exactly is the ‘Mother Heroine’ award and who are eligible for it? Know all about it here.

What is Soviet-era ‘Mother Heroine’ award that Putin has revived in Russia?

Repeated shelling at Europe's largest nuclear power plant has scared the world. Zelensky said that Zaporizhzhia 'catastrophe' would threaten Europe. UN warned of 'grave' crisis amid violence near plant.

Is Europe staring at a nuclear disaster? | Ukraine holds disaster response drills

The recent shelling around the Zaporizhzhia nuclear plant has scared the world, experts have predicted that these strikes could lead to a possible catastrophe. Meanwhile, Russia has denied claims of plans to use nuke weapons.

Ukraine-Russia war: Battle around Zaporizhzhia nuclear plant worries world

On Monday, Russian President Vladimir Putin stated that Moscow cherished its relations with nations in Latin America, Asia, and Africa and was prepared to provide modern weapons to its allies.

Will India benefit from Putin's call to offer Russia's ‘most advanced weapons’ to allies?

Russian President Vladimir Putin opened the country's annual military exhibition at the Army 2022 Expo held in the outskirts in Moscow. This year's exhibition showcased more than 28,000 military products.

Russian Prez Putin makes speech at Army 2022 military exhibition, praises 'combat-tested' weapons

Russia has vowed to "expand its bilateral relations" with North Korea as Putin said the move would be in the interest of both countries. Molly Gambhir spoke to Fred Weir about what this cooperation means.

WION Fineprint | Putin says Russia and North Korea will expand bilateral relations

Russian president Vladimir Putin in a letter to North Korean leader Kim Jong-Un vowed to expand the comprehensive and constructive bilateral relations between the two nations.

Kim, Putin exchange letters on North Korea's Liberation day

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