<p>Russian President Vladimir Putin on Thursday (September 14) accepted the invitation by his guest&nbsp;Kim Jong Un to visit North Korea, informed the state-run KCNA news agency.&nbsp;</p>

<p>"Kim Jong Un courteously invited Putin to visit the DPRK at a convenient time," said KCNA, adding that the North Korean leader extended the invitation at the end of the meeting between the two on Wednesday.&nbsp;</p>

<p>"Putin accepted the invitation with pleasure and reaffirmed his will to invariably carry forward the history and tradition of the Russia-DPRK friendship."</p>

<p>Kim, who rarely ventures out of his authoritarian empire, arrived in Russia, aboard his armoured train for a rare summit with the Kremlin boss. During the meeting, both leaders displayed warmth and&nbsp;discussed&nbsp;world affairs as well as areas of collaboration.&nbsp;</p>

<p>"The Russian army and people will certainly win a great victory in the sacred struggle for the punishment of a great evil that claims hegemony and feeds an expansionist illusion," Kim said praising Russia.&nbsp;</p>

<p>"And that in the frontline of anti-imperialism and independence, I will always be standing with Russia, I’m using this opportunity to make it clear," the North Korean leader added.</p>

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<p>Meanwhile, Putin confirmed that Moscow would help North Korea build satellites.&nbsp;Putin said: "That's why we came here."</p>

<p>While Putin was accompanied by&nbsp;Defence Minister&nbsp;Sergei Shoigu and Foreign Minister Sergei Lavrov during the meeting, Kim arrived with his powerful sister&nbsp;Kim Yo Jong,&nbsp;number two and commander of the Korean People's Army Ri Pyong Chol, Pak Jong Chon,&nbsp;and&nbsp;Jo Chun Ryong, the director of North Korea's Munitions Industry Department.</p>

<h2><strong>US criticises the meeting&nbsp;</strong></h2>

<p>Apprehensive of the meeting and growing bonhomie between Kim-Putin,&nbsp;the US State Department released a statement, saying it was&nbsp;"troubling" that the Kremlin would discuss cooperation with Pyongyang&nbsp;on programmes that are in contravention of the UN Security Council resolutions</p>

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<p>"We have taken a number of actions already to sanction entities that brokered arms sales between North Korea and Russia, and we won't hesitate to impose additional sanctions if appropriate," said spokesman Matthew Miller.</p>

<p>Notably, Washington on Wednesday announced it had approved&nbsp;a $5 billion sale of top-of-the-line F-35 fighter jets to South Korea. Experts said the move was carefully curated to send a message to Russia and North Korea.&nbsp;</p>

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Russian President Vladimir Putin on Thursday (September 14) accepted the invitation by his guest Kim Jong Un to visit North Korea, informed the state-run KCNA news agency.

Russian President Vladimir Putin on Thursday (September 14) accepted the invitation by his guest Kim Jong Un to visit North Korea, informed the state-run KCNA news agency. "Kim Jong Un courteously invited Putin to visit the DPRK at a convenient time," said KCNA, adding that the North Korean leader extended the invitation at the end of the meeting between the two on Wednesday. "Putin accepted the invitation with pleasure and reaffirmed his will to invariably carry forward the history and tradition of the Russia-DPRK friendship." Kim, who rarely ventures out of his authoritarian empire, arrived in Russia, aboard his armoured train for a rare summit with the Kremlin boss. During the meeting, both leaders displayed warmth and discussed world affairs as well as areas of collaboration. "The Russian army and people will certainly win a great victory in the sacred struggle for the punishment of a great evil that claims hegemony and feeds an expansionist illusion," Kim said praising Russia. "And that in the frontline of anti-imperialism and independence, I will always be standing with Russia, I’m using this opportunity to make it clear," the North Korean leader added. Watch | Kim-Putin meet: Meet with Putin stepping stone to stronger ties, says Kim Jong-un × Meanwhile, Putin confirmed that Moscow would help North Korea build satellites. Putin said: "That's why we came here." While Putin was accompanied by Defence Minister Sergei Shoigu and Foreign Minister Sergei Lavrov during the meeting, Kim arrived with his powerful sister Kim Yo Jong, number two and commander of the Korean People's Army Ri Pyong Chol, Pak Jong Chon, and Jo Chun Ryong, the director of North Korea's Munitions Industry Department. US criticises the meeting Apprehensive of the meeting and growing bonhomie between Kim-Putin, the US State Department released a statement, saying it was "troubling" that the Kremlin would discuss cooperation with Pyongyang on programmes that are in contravention of the UN Security Council resolutions Also read | As Kim visits Putin, US approves $5 billion sale of F-35 jets to South Korea "We have taken a number of actions already to sanction entities that brokered arms sales between North Korea and Russia, and we won't hesitate to impose additional sanctions if appropriate," said spokesman Matthew Miller. Notably, Washington on Wednesday announced it had approved a $5 billion sale of top-of-the-line F-35 fighter jets to South Korea. Experts said the move was carefully curated to send a message to Russia and North Korea. (With inputs from agencies) WATCH WION LIVE HERE:

Putin accepts Kim's invitation to visit North Korea

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.

North Korea fires ballistic missile as Kim Jong-un meets Vladimir Putin

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

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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>

<p>This is the second time that Putin has praised the ‘Make in India’ policy, which was launched in 2014 as part of India's renewed focus on boosting manufacturing at home.</p>

<p>“You know, we did not have domestically made cars then (1990s), but we do now. It is true that they look more modest than Mercedes or Audi cars, which we bought in vast amounts in the 1990s, but this is not an issue. I think that we should emulate many of our partners, for example, India. They are focused on the manufacture and use of Indian-made vehicles. I think that Prime Minister Modi is doing the right thing in promoting the Make in India programme. He is right."</p>

<p>He said that it was absolutely fine to use Russian-made automobiles.</p>

<p>"We have [Russian-made] automobiles, and we must use them; this is absolutely fine. This will not lead to any infringements of our WTO obligations, absolutely not. It will concern state purchases. We must create a certain chain regarding what cars different classes of officials can drive, so that they will use domestically-made cars," Putin said in Vladivostok, according to a transcript of the plenary session posted on the Kremlin's website.</p>

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<p>"You probably know about the proposals to continue buying these cars. It would be easy to do, because the logistics are streamlined," he added.</p>

<h2><strong>Welcomes India Middle East Europe connectivity project</strong></h2>

<p>The Russian president also welcomed the India-Middle East-Europe connectivity project launched in New Delhi after the G20 Summit, saying that it “will help us develop logistics and will be an addition to the international North–South transport project that connects Moscow to Mumbai”.</p>

<p>He said that the US jumped into the "last car" by agreeing with the European Union, Saudi Arabia and India on the creation of a new economic corridor, but added that the project will be beneficial for Russia.</p>

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<p>"I believe that this will only benefit us. I believe that this will only help us develop logistics. Firstly, this project has been discussed for a long time, for several years."</p>

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<p>"True, the Americans jumped on this train at the last moment. But for them, I don't see much point in being in this project. Only, perhaps, from the point of view of business interest. Meanwhile, the additional movement of goods along this corridor is, in fact, an addition to our North-South project. We have nothing here we see something that could somehow hinder us," he added.</p>

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Russian President Vladimir Putin heaped praise on Prime Minister Narendra Modi’s ‘Make in India’ policy while promoting the use of Russian-made cars in the domestic market.

Russian President Vladimir Putin heaped praise on Prime Minister Narendra Modi’s ‘Make in India’ policy while promoting the use of Russian-made cars in the domestic market. 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). This is the second time that Putin has praised the ‘Make in India’ policy, which was launched in 2014 as part of India's renewed focus on boosting manufacturing at home. “You know, we did not have domestically made cars then (1990s), but we do now. It is true that they look more modest than Mercedes or Audi cars, which we bought in vast amounts in the 1990s, but this is not an issue. I think that we should emulate many of our partners, for example, India. They are focused on the manufacture and use of Indian-made vehicles. I think that Prime Minister Modi is doing the right thing in promoting the Make in India programme. He is right." He said that it was absolutely fine to use Russian-made automobiles. "We have [Russian-made] automobiles, and we must use them; this is absolutely fine. This will not lead to any infringements of our WTO obligations, absolutely not. It will concern state purchases. We must create a certain chain regarding what cars different classes of officials can drive, so that they will use domestically-made cars," Putin said in Vladivostok, according to a transcript of the plenary session posted on the Kremlin's website. Watch: Russian President Vladimir Putin praises PM Modi's policies. Says, he is "doing the right thing in promoting the Make in India programme". Was speaking at the 8th Eastern Economic Forum. pic.twitter.com/u0u7Ko71gO — Sidhant Sibal (@sidhant) September 12, 2023 × "You probably know about the proposals to continue buying these cars. It would be easy to do, because the logistics are streamlined," he added. Welcomes India Middle East Europe connectivity project The Russian president also welcomed the India-Middle East-Europe connectivity project launched in New Delhi after the G20 Summit, saying that it “will help us develop logistics and will be an addition to the international North–South transport project that connects Moscow to Mumbai”. He said that the US jumped into the "last car" by agreeing with the European Union, Saudi Arabia and India on the creation of a new economic corridor, but added that the project will be beneficial for Russia. Also read | Libya: Over 5,000 dead, nearly 10,000 people feared missing in flood-hit Derna "I believe that this will only benefit us. I believe that this will only help us develop logistics. Firstly, this project has been discussed for a long time, for several years." Also read | India-Middle East-Europe Economic Corridor to change the face of the Middle East: Israel PM "True, the Americans jumped on this train at the last moment. But for them, I don't see much point in being in this project. Only, perhaps, from the point of view of business interest. Meanwhile, the additional movement of goods along this corridor is, in fact, an addition to our North-South project. We have nothing here we see something that could somehow hinder us," he added. WATCH WION LIVE HERE

Russian President Vladimir Putin praises PM Modi for 'Make in India’ policy

Kim Jong-un is in Russia to meet Russian President Vladimir Putin many observers are extremely wary of this meeting and it is not clear what the two leaders are planning but the North Korean leader has disclosed that his visit to Russia is a clear show of strategic importance. Watch to know more.

Kim Jong-un meets Kremlin officials ahead of meet with Vladimir Putin

North Korea has fired two ballistic missiles into the sea of its east coast, it appears to be the first launch to occur while Kim Jong Un was overseas, the launch coming just an hour before the North Korean leader Kim Jong Un with President Vladimir Putin.

North Korea fires two ballistic missile ahead of Kim Jong Un-Vladimir Putin meet

North Korea leader Kim Jong-Un meeting with Russian President Vladimir Putin, a possible arms deal is set to dominate the agenda as observers remain cautious.

Kim Jong-Un meets Vladimir Putin, former says 'ties with Russia top priority'

<p>Russia President Vladimir Putin hosted North Korea’s Kim Jong-un at the country’s spaceport in far east Vostochny Cosmodrome on Wednesday (Sept 13) to begin talks on a range of issues like arms deal, space cooperation and humanitarian aid.</p>

<p>Putin said the location was chosen as Moscow planned to help North Korea with its satellite programmes, RIA Novosti reported.</p>

<p>During the more than an hour long meeting, Putin assured that Russia will help North Korea in building satellites, while Kim extended his support to Moscow’s “sacred fight” against the West.</p>

<p>Kim also praised Russia for having "stood up against the hegemonic forces" to defend its sovereignty and security, a veiled reference to the US and the West, and said he has expressed "full and unconditional support to all that Russia does in response."</p>

<h2><strong>'Will always stand by Russia'</strong></h2>

<p>"And that in the frontline of anti-imperialism and independence, I will always be standing with Russia, I’m using this opportunity to make it clear," the North Korean leader said.</p>

<p>Regarding arms deal, Kremlin spokesperson Dmitry Peskov told reporters that the dialogue also centred on defence cooperation, but did not provide any further information.</p>

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<p>According to state-run outlet Russia 1, when asked about reports of arms talks between the two, Peskov said, "The full range of relations [between the two countries] implies dialogue and interaction in sensitive areas, such as military interaction."</p>

<h2><strong>Kim's powerful sister among delegates in Russia</strong></h2>

<p>"All other issues concern only our two sovereign countries," he added. "And they should not be a subject of concern to any third state.&nbsp;Our cooperation is carried out for the benefit of the peoples of our two countries, but not against anyone."</p>

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<p>Kim's powerful entourage includes Kim Yo Jong, the powerful sister of North Korea's leader, his number two and commander of the Korean People's Army Ri Pyong Chol, Pak Jong Chon,&nbsp;and&nbsp;Jo Chun Ryong, the director of North Korea's Munitions Industry Department.</p>

<p>Putin was accompanied by Russia's defence minister Sergei Shoigu and foreign minister Sergei Lavrov.</p>

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Russia President Vladimir Putin hosted North Korea’s Kim Jong-un at the country’s spaceport in far east Vostochny Cosmodrome on Wednesday (Sept 13) to begin talks on a range of issues like arms deal, space cooperation and humanitarian aid.

Russia President Vladimir Putin hosted North Korea’s Kim Jong-un at the country’s spaceport in far east Vostochny Cosmodrome on Wednesday (Sept 13) to begin talks on a range of issues like arms deal, space cooperation and humanitarian aid. Putin said the location was chosen as Moscow planned to help North Korea with its satellite programmes, RIA Novosti reported. During the more than an hour long meeting, Putin assured that Russia will help North Korea in building satellites, while Kim extended his support to Moscow’s “sacred fight” against the West. Kim also praised Russia for having "stood up against the hegemonic forces" to defend its sovereignty and security, a veiled reference to the US and the West, and said he has expressed "full and unconditional support to all that Russia does in response." 'Will always stand by Russia' "And that in the frontline of anti-imperialism and independence, I will always be standing with Russia, I’m using this opportunity to make it clear," the North Korean leader said. Regarding arms deal, Kremlin spokesperson Dmitry Peskov told reporters that the dialogue also centred on defence cooperation, but did not provide any further information. Also read | Putin-Kim meet begins as North Korea fires ‘unidentified’ ballistic missiles According to state-run outlet Russia 1, when asked about reports of arms talks between the two, Peskov said, "The full range of relations [between the two countries] implies dialogue and interaction in sensitive areas, such as military interaction." Kim's powerful sister among delegates in Russia "All other issues concern only our two sovereign countries," he added. "And they should not be a subject of concern to any third state. Our cooperation is carried out for the benefit of the peoples of our two countries, but not against anyone." Also read | When Chinese G20 delegation refused to get their big bags scanned by security Kim's powerful entourage includes Kim Yo Jong, the powerful sister of North Korea's leader, his number two and commander of the Korean People's Army Ri Pyong Chol, Pak Jong Chon, and Jo Chun Ryong, the director of North Korea's Munitions Industry Department. Putin was accompanied by Russia's defence minister Sergei Shoigu and foreign minister Sergei Lavrov. (With inputs from agencies) WATCH WION LIVE HERE

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Kim-Putin meet: Meet with Putin stepping stone to stronger ties, says Kim Jong-un

<p>The United Kingdom on Monday accused the Russian military of targeting a civilian cargo ship in the Black Sea with "multiple missiles". The attack reportedly happened last month, on August 24th.</p>

<p>Citing intelligence reports, Britain said the missiles were successfully intercepted by Ukrainian forces.</p>

<h2><strong>The attack</strong></h2>

<p>The information was revealed by British Prime Minister Rishi Sunak in Britain's parliament during an update on the G20 summit he attended in New Delhi.</p>

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<p>Sunak's comments, as per Reuters, are the first time an official has commented on a ship being targeted since Ukraine began efforts to allow vessels stranded in the Odesa port since the start of the Russia-Ukraine war.</p>

<p>"Thanks to declassified intelligence, we know the Russian military targeted a civilian cargo ship in the Black Sea with multiple missiles on the 24th of August," said Sunak.</p>

<p>As per the intelligence, as quoted by AFP, the intended target was a Liberian-flagged cargo ship berthed in port.</p>

<p>Russia reportedly fired two "Kalibr" missiles from a Black Sea Fleet missile carrier, towards the southern Ukrainian port of Odessa.</p>

<p><strong>Also read |&nbsp;<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/russia-raises-red-flag-says-us-nukes-return-to-uk-soil-will-trigger-escalation-632701">Russia raises red flag, says US nukes' return to UK soil a 'step towards escalation'</a></strong></p>

<p>"Despite its failure, this is a clear demonstration of Russia's continuing attempts to choke Ukraine's economy,"&nbsp;the Foreign, Commonwealth and Development Office (FCDO) said in a statement.</p>

<h2><strong>An unwinnable war</strong></h2>

<p>"Putin is trying to win a war he will not win, and these attacks show just how desperate he is," said Foreign Secretary James Cleverly in a statement.</p>

<p>"In targeting cargo ships and Ukrainian infrastructure, Russia is hurting the rest of the world," he added.</p>

<p>Russia has been accused by Ukraine of targeting civilian vessels ever since Moscow in July quit a UN-brokered deal that allowed Kyiv to safely export its grains via the Black Sea. Back then, the UK and the US had both warned that Russia might expand its targeting of Ukrainian grain facilities to include attacks on civilian shipping in the Black Sea.</p>

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The United Kingdom on Monday accused the Russian military of targeting a civilian cargo ship in the Black Sea with "multiple missiles". The attack reportedly happened last month, on August 24th.

The United Kingdom on Monday accused the Russian military of targeting a civilian cargo ship in the Black Sea with "multiple missiles". The attack reportedly happened last month, on August 24th. Citing intelligence reports, Britain said the missiles were successfully intercepted by Ukrainian forces. The attack The information was revealed by British Prime Minister Rishi Sunak in Britain's parliament during an update on the G20 summit he attended in New Delhi. Also read | Ukraine claims it regained control of oil platform in Black Sea Sunak's comments, as per Reuters, are the first time an official has commented on a ship being targeted since Ukraine began efforts to allow vessels stranded in the Odesa port since the start of the Russia-Ukraine war. "Thanks to declassified intelligence, we know the Russian military targeted a civilian cargo ship in the Black Sea with multiple missiles on the 24th of August," said Sunak. As per the intelligence, as quoted by AFP, the intended target was a Liberian-flagged cargo ship berthed in port. Russia reportedly fired two "Kalibr" missiles from a Black Sea Fleet missile carrier, towards the southern Ukrainian port of Odessa. Also read | Russia raises red flag, says US nukes' return to UK soil a 'step towards escalation' "Despite its failure, this is a clear demonstration of Russia's continuing attempts to choke Ukraine's economy," the Foreign, Commonwealth and Development Office (FCDO) said in a statement. An unwinnable war "Putin is trying to win a war he will not win, and these attacks show just how desperate he is," said Foreign Secretary James Cleverly in a statement. "In targeting cargo ships and Ukrainian infrastructure, Russia is hurting the rest of the world," he added. Russia has been accused by Ukraine of targeting civilian vessels ever since Moscow in July quit a UN-brokered deal that allowed Kyiv to safely export its grains via the Black Sea. Back then, the UK and the US had both warned that Russia might expand its targeting of Ukrainian grain facilities to include attacks on civilian shipping in the Black Sea. (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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<p>The US has provided a stinging commentary on the reported meeting between North Korean leader Kim Jong Un and Russian President Vladimir Putin, scheduled to take place on Tuesday (September 12) in the Far East city of Vladivostok. Washington said the summit showed that Putin was 'begging' for help from pariahs, referring to Kim Jong Un.&nbsp;</p>

<p>"Having to travel across the length of his own country to meet with an international pariah to ask for assistance in a war that he expected to win in the opening month, I would characterise it as him begging for assistance," State Department spokesman Matthew Miller was quoted as saying by news agency AFP.&nbsp;</p>

<p>"President Putin launched this war against Ukraine, with its full-scale aggression, with a dream of restoring the glory of the Russian Empire. That hope, that expectation of his, has failed," Miller said, adding that "any transfer of arms from North Korea to Russia would be in violation of multiple United Nations Security Council resolutions".</p>

<p>Notably, last week, Washington released intelligence indicating that North Korea and Russia were coordinating a leader-level meeting this month. The potential meeting was purportedly aimed at&nbsp;strengthening their cooperation amid rising tensions with the United States.</p>

<p>According to reports, the North Korean dictator left for Russia, aboard an armoured train that he often uses to undertake foreign visits, on Monday (September 11).&nbsp;&nbsp;</p>

<p>Hours later, the Kremlin confirmed that Kim will visit Russia "in the coming days" after receiving an invite from Putin himself.</p>

<p>"At the invitation of Russian President Vladimir Putin, Kim Jong Un, Chairman of State Affairs of the Democratic People's Republic of Korea, will pay an official visit to the Russian Federation in the coming days," the Kremlin said.</p>

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<h2 data-testid="paragraph-3"><strong>An unlikely relationship&nbsp;</strong></h2>

<p data-testid="paragraph-3">The unlikely equation between Kim and Putin developed after the latter invaded Ukraine last year. The growing camaraderie between the two nations was evident when Russia and China ignored a US call to condemn North Korea in the United Nations Security Council (UNSC) for its attempt to launch a satellite.&nbsp;</p>

<p data-testid="paragraph-3">In May, Kim sent a letter to Putin, hailing Russia's "holy fight" against what he called "imperialists".&nbsp;</p>

<p data-testid="paragraph-3">“We send warm wishes to you, the Russian army and the people of&nbsp;Russia&nbsp;for their holy fight to preserve world peace,” read the letter.&nbsp;</p>

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<p data-testid="paragraph-3">With the relationship growing between the two leaders, the White House, earlier this year, claimed to have found evidence that Russia was purchasing weapons from North Korea for its Ukrainian war, and in return providing food and water to the crisis-hit country.</p>

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The US has provided a stinging commentary on the reported meeting between North Korean leader Kim Jong Un and Russian President Vladimir Putin, scheduled to take place on Tuesday (September 12) in the Far East city of Vladivostok.

The US has provided a stinging commentary on the reported meeting between North Korean leader Kim Jong Un and Russian President Vladimir Putin, scheduled to take place on Tuesday (September 12) in the Far East city of Vladivostok. Washington said the summit showed that Putin was 'begging' for help from pariahs, referring to Kim Jong Un. "Having to travel across the length of his own country to meet with an international pariah to ask for assistance in a war that he expected to win in the opening month, I would characterise it as him begging for assistance," State Department spokesman Matthew Miller was quoted as saying by news agency AFP. "President Putin launched this war against Ukraine, with its full-scale aggression, with a dream of restoring the glory of the Russian Empire. That hope, that expectation of his, has failed," Miller said, adding that "any transfer of arms from North Korea to Russia would be in violation of multiple United Nations Security Council resolutions". Notably, last week, Washington released intelligence indicating that North Korea and Russia were coordinating a leader-level meeting this month. The potential meeting was purportedly aimed at strengthening their cooperation amid rising tensions with the United States. According to reports, the North Korean dictator left for Russia, aboard an armoured train that he often uses to undertake foreign visits, on Monday (September 11). Hours later, the Kremlin confirmed that Kim will visit Russia "in the coming days" after receiving an invite from Putin himself. "At the invitation of Russian President Vladimir Putin, Kim Jong Un, Chairman of State Affairs of the Democratic People's Republic of Korea, will pay an official visit to the Russian Federation in the coming days," the Kremlin said. Watch| North Korea's Kim Jong Un to visit Russia for talks with Putin | Russia-Ukraine war × An unlikely relationship The unlikely equation between Kim and Putin developed after the latter invaded Ukraine last year. The growing camaraderie between the two nations was evident when Russia and China ignored a US call to condemn North Korea in the United Nations Security Council (UNSC) for its attempt to launch a satellite. In May, Kim sent a letter to Putin, hailing Russia's "holy fight" against what he called "imperialists". “We send warm wishes to you, the Russian army and the people of Russia for their holy fight to preserve world peace,” read the letter. Also read | Kim serenades Putin, vows to 'hold hands' for strategic cooperation With the relationship growing between the two leaders, the White House, earlier this year, claimed to have found evidence that Russia was purchasing weapons from North Korea for its Ukrainian war, and in return providing food and water to the crisis-hit country. (With inputs from agencies) WATCH WION LIVE HERE:

US says Putin is 'begging' for help from North Korea's Kim Jong Un

Kim Jong-un has arrived in Russia for a rare summit with president Vladimir Putin to discuss a possible deal to supply North Korean arms for the war in Ukraine.To know more watch this interview with Military Expert and Senior Fellow at Defense Priorities, Lt Col Daniel L Davis.

North Korea's Kim Jong-un arrives in Russia: Report

Kim Jong-un has arrived in Russia for a rare summit with president Vladimir Putin to discuss a possible deal to supply North Korean arms for the war in Ukraine.

North Korea's state media: Kim en route to Russia to meet Putin

Here we bring you a quick round-up of all the latest news and top headlines from all across the globe: Kim Jong-un has arrived in Russia for a rare summit with President Vladimir Putin to discuss a possible deal to supply North Korean arms for the war in Ukraine.

Kim Jong-un in Russia: Putin set to meet Kim in Russia's far east

Kim Jong-un has arrived in Russia for a rare summit with President Vladimir Putin to discuss a possible deal to supply North Korean arms for the war in Ukraine. To know more watch this interview with an International Affairs Analyst, Author and Historian Dr Gilbert Doctorow.

North Korea's Kim Jong-un to meet Russia's Vladimir Putin

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<p>A North Korean train presumed to be&nbsp;carrying North Korean leader Kim Jong Un has departed for Russia for an expected meeting with Russian&nbsp;President Vladimir Putin, South Korean media reported on September 11.</p>

<p>Hours later, the Kremlin confirmed that Kim will visit Russia "in the coming days" after receiving an invite from President Vladimir Putin himself.</p>

<p>"At the invitation of Russian President Vladimir Putin, Kim Jong Un, Chairman of State Affairs of the Democratic People's Republic of Korea, will pay an official visit to the Russian Federation in the coming days," the Kremlin said.</p>

<p>South Korea's Yonhap news agency reported earlier that Kim's train appeared to have already left for Russia, citing an unidentified official.</p>

<p>Two major South Korean publications, namely Chosun Ilbo newspaper and the Yonhap news agency, reported that the train left the North Korean capital of Pyongyang on Sunday evening.&nbsp;</p>

<p>A meeting between Kim Jong Un and Vladimir Putin is possible as early as Tuesday, the reports added.</p>

<h2><strong>Kim Jong Un-Vladimir Putin meet: What do we know so far?</strong></h2>

<p>Last week, US officials released intelligence indicating that North Korea and Russia were coordinating a leader-level meeting within this month. The potential meeting was purportedly aimed at&nbsp;strengthening their cooperation amid rising tensions with the United States.</p>

<h2><strong>Where will the potential meeting be conducted?</strong></h2>

<p>A potential meeting location is Vladivostok in eastern Russia, where Putin is presently attending an international forum that runs until Wednesday, as reported by Russia's TASS news agency.</p>

<p>Vladivostok was also the site of Putin's initial meeting with Kim in 2019.</p>

<h2><strong>Russia-North Korea ties: What do they want from each other?</strong></h2>

<p>US officials suggest that Putin may be seeking additional supplies of North Korean artillery and ammunition to replenish diminishing reserves amid the ongoing war in Ukraine.</p>

<p>This could increase pressure on the US and its allies to engage in negotiations, given concerns about an extended conflict despite significant arms shipments to Ukraine over the past 17 months.</p>

<p>In exchange, Kim may be seeking much-needed energy and food aid, as well as advanced weapons technologies, including those related to intercontinental ballistic missiles, nuclear-capable ballistic missile submarines, and military reconnaissance satellites.</p>

<p><strong>Also watch |&nbsp;Why is Putin cosying up to Kim?</strong></p>

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<p>There are concerns that potential Russian technology transfers could escalate the threat posed by Kim's expanding arsenal of nuclear weapons and missiles, which are designed to target the United States, South Korea, and Japan.</p>

<p>The Russia-North Korea relationship has been evolving since Russia's invasion of Ukraine in February 2022, driven by Putin's need for military support and Kim's desire to strengthen partnerships with Moscow and Beijing, potentially breaking diplomatic isolation and aligning North Korea within a united front against Washington.</p>

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A North Korean train presumed to be carrying North Korean leader Kim Jong Un has departed for Russia for an expected meeting with Russian President Vladimir Putin, South Korean media reported on September 11.

A North Korean train presumed to be carrying North Korean leader Kim Jong Un has departed for Russia for an expected meeting with Russian President Vladimir Putin, South Korean media reported on September 11. Hours later, the Kremlin confirmed that Kim will visit Russia "in the coming days" after receiving an invite from President Vladimir Putin himself. "At the invitation of Russian President Vladimir Putin, Kim Jong Un, Chairman of State Affairs of the Democratic People's Republic of Korea, will pay an official visit to the Russian Federation in the coming days," the Kremlin said. South Korea's Yonhap news agency reported earlier that Kim's train appeared to have already left for Russia, citing an unidentified official. Two major South Korean publications, namely Chosun Ilbo newspaper and the Yonhap news agency, reported that the train left the North Korean capital of Pyongyang on Sunday evening. A meeting between Kim Jong Un and Vladimir Putin is possible as early as Tuesday, the reports added. Kim Jong Un-Vladimir Putin meet: What do we know so far? Last week, US officials released intelligence indicating that North Korea and Russia were coordinating a leader-level meeting within this month. The potential meeting was purportedly aimed at strengthening their cooperation amid rising tensions with the United States. Where will the potential meeting be conducted? A potential meeting location is Vladivostok in eastern Russia, where Putin is presently attending an international forum that runs until Wednesday, as reported by Russia's TASS news agency. Vladivostok was also the site of Putin's initial meeting with Kim in 2019. Russia-North Korea ties: What do they want from each other? US officials suggest that Putin may be seeking additional supplies of North Korean artillery and ammunition to replenish diminishing reserves amid the ongoing war in Ukraine. This could increase pressure on the US and its allies to engage in negotiations, given concerns about an extended conflict despite significant arms shipments to Ukraine over the past 17 months. In exchange, Kim may be seeking much-needed energy and food aid, as well as advanced weapons technologies, including those related to intercontinental ballistic missiles, nuclear-capable ballistic missile submarines, and military reconnaissance satellites. Also watch | Why is Putin cosying up to Kim? × There are concerns that potential Russian technology transfers could escalate the threat posed by Kim's expanding arsenal of nuclear weapons and missiles, which are designed to target the United States, South Korea, and Japan. The Russia-North Korea relationship has been evolving since Russia's invasion of Ukraine in February 2022, driven by Putin's need for military support and Kim's desire to strengthen partnerships with Moscow and Beijing, potentially breaking diplomatic isolation and aligning North Korea within a united front against Washington. (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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<p>Moscow seeks the return of Vadim Krasikov, a Russian hitman jailed in Germany for the assassination of a Chechen dissident. The Russian government wishes to return him as part of a prisoner swap.&nbsp;</p>

<p>The Krelim raised Vadim Krasikov's name in the recent negotiations with the Western officials. In exchange, they have offered the release of prisoners, including Evan Gershkovich, a 31-year-old Wall Street Journal reporter accused of espionage and ex-US marine Paul Whelan, convicted of spying charges in 2020. He appeared on a Russian news channel a week ago. The former US Marine is serving a 16-year sentence in a penal colony in the Russian region of Mordovia.&nbsp;</p>

<p>The Biden administration claimed both men were innocent and their detention was politically motivated.&nbsp;</p>

<p>The 58-year-old Russian assassin, Vadim Krasikov, received life imprisonment in December 2021 for the "state-ordered" assassination of Zelimkhan Khangoshvili, a Georgian national of Chechen heritage, in 2019. Krasikov shot him dead in a children's playground in Germany's Kleiner Tiergarten park.</p>

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<p>Khangoshvili allegedly led a 2004 raid by Chechens in which many security officials died. In 2012, Russia included his name in the 19 most wanted terrorists list, which it sent to other countries, including Germany. In 2016, Khangoshvili fled to Germany from Georgia. Although Germany rejected his "protection from arrest" appeal, he could still stay in the country.</p>

<p>Krasikov travelled to Germany on a false passport in the name of Vadim Sokolov, as per the Telegraph. After the assassination, the authorities caught him trying to escape on an electric scooter after tossing a bike and gun in the River Spree and changing his disguise.</p>

<p>Police convicted him as they found his fingerprints and DNA on the dumped objects.</p>

<p>Krasikov insisted he was an innocent Russian tourist with no relation to Krelim. However, German prosecutors, aided by Kyiv authorities and investigative website Bellingcat, proved he was a veteran agent working for the secretive Vympel department of the Russian security service FSB.</p>

<p>But Moscow condemned the trial, insisting that he was an innocent citizen and his arrest was politically motivated. Germany expelled two Russian diplomats soon after Krasikov's conviction.</p>

<p>According to the Wall Street Journal, Russian President Vladimir Putin sought Krasikov's release briefly after his conviction. He asked his top security advisor, Nikolai Patrushev, to conduct the negotiations. Putin also seeks the release of other Russian agents. However, Krasikov remains his top priority. US President Joe Biden also confirmed his interest in a prisoner swap in July. But&nbsp;Germany's unwillingness to release Krasikov, who was convicted of murder on its land, might be an obstacle to Russia's plan.&nbsp;</p>

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Moscow seeks the return of Vadim Krasikov, a Russian hitman jailed in Germany for the assassination of a Chechen dissident. The Russian government wishes to return him as part of a prisoner swap.

Moscow seeks the return of Vadim Krasikov, a Russian hitman jailed in Germany for the assassination of a Chechen dissident. The Russian government wishes to return him as part of a prisoner swap. The Krelim raised Vadim Krasikov's name in the recent negotiations with the Western officials. In exchange, they have offered the release of prisoners, including Evan Gershkovich, a 31-year-old Wall Street Journal reporter accused of espionage and ex-US marine Paul Whelan, convicted of spying charges in 2020. He appeared on a Russian news channel a week ago. The former US Marine is serving a 16-year sentence in a penal colony in the Russian region of Mordovia. The Biden administration claimed both men were innocent and their detention was politically motivated. The 58-year-old Russian assassin, Vadim Krasikov, received life imprisonment in December 2021 for the "state-ordered" assassination of Zelimkhan Khangoshvili, a Georgian national of Chechen heritage, in 2019. Krasikov shot him dead in a children's playground in Germany's Kleiner Tiergarten park. ALSO READ | India-Europe-Middle East Economic Corridor to change the face of the Middle East: Israel PM Khangoshvili allegedly led a 2004 raid by Chechens in which many security officials died. In 2012, Russia included his name in the 19 most wanted terrorists list, which it sent to other countries, including Germany. In 2016, Khangoshvili fled to Germany from Georgia. Although Germany rejected his "protection from arrest" appeal, he could still stay in the country. Krasikov travelled to Germany on a false passport in the name of Vadim Sokolov, as per the Telegraph. After the assassination, the authorities caught him trying to escape on an electric scooter after tossing a bike and gun in the River Spree and changing his disguise. Police convicted him as they found his fingerprints and DNA on the dumped objects. Krasikov insisted he was an innocent Russian tourist with no relation to Krelim. However, German prosecutors, aided by Kyiv authorities and investigative website Bellingcat, proved he was a veteran agent working for the secretive Vympel department of the Russian security service FSB. But Moscow condemned the trial, insisting that he was an innocent citizen and his arrest was politically motivated. Germany expelled two Russian diplomats soon after Krasikov's conviction. According to the Wall Street Journal, Russian President Vladimir Putin sought Krasikov's release briefly after his conviction. He asked his top security advisor, Nikolai Patrushev, to conduct the negotiations. Putin also seeks the release of other Russian agents. However, Krasikov remains his top priority. US President Joe Biden also confirmed his interest in a prisoner swap in July. But Germany's unwillingness to release Krasikov, who was convicted of murder on its land, might be an obstacle to Russia's plan. (With inputs from agencies) WATCH WION LIVE HERE

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<p>Only two days are left for the high-stakes G20 Summit to commence in India’s national capital New Delhi.</p>

<p>Even as India works to raise its global profile with its presidency of the G20, there has been some geo-political friction&nbsp;that is likely to have an impact on the marquee event.</p>

<p>What would be the outcome of this year’s G20 event could be anybody’s guess, but Indian officials have confirmed that climate change shall remain the hot topic of the conclave, despite friction&nbsp;caused by the Russia-Ukraine war and Vladimir Putin and Xi Jinping’s absence.</p>

<p>The G20 climate talks would carry forward the discussions that took place in the July meeting by the energy and climate ministers during which negotiators failed to reach a consensus on key parameters.</p>

<h2><strong>Climate change&nbsp;</strong></h2>

<p>Despite difficult conversations and lack of any clarity on key issues, like phasing down of fossil fuels, climate finance, means of implementing energy transition and reforms of multilateral banks (MDBs), there is some hope that the G20 heads of state and government will be able to gather minimum consensus needed to project unity among the group.</p>

<p>"India has already demonstrated leadership with bold and ambitious climate actions and will achieve two out of three quantifiable targets set forth in the NDC by 2030 – reducing the emissions intensity of GDP by 33-35 per cent from 2005 levels and 40 per cent non-fossil fuel installed electricity capacity in 2030,” Sanjay Vashist, Director, Climate Action Network South Asia (CANSA) said.</p>

<h2><strong>PM Modi's G20 pitch for human-centric approach</strong></h2>

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<p>“India now has a unique opportunity to influence other G20 nations to advance a sustainable, just, affordable, inclusive and clean energy transition. The Indian presidency must aim to get the world back on track to limit global warming below 1.5 C as promised by countries under the Paris Agreement,” he added.</p>

<p>Linda Kalcher, Executive Director, Strategic Perspectives, noted that India can leverage its position and use the G20 forum to achieve key climate targets and simultaneously achieve consensus on climate aid from the developed countries.</p>

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<p>“The G20 is a key moment for the EU to rally countries behind the target to triple renewable energy by 2030. The renewables goal can only become a success at COP28 if it comes with a financial package to ensure it can be achievable for developing countries. The EU and other rich countries can raise the stakes on climate ambition. They can lower the cost of capital and forge new economic partnerships on renewable manufacturing and deployment,” Kalcher said.</p>

<p>“Host-country India wants to become a champion on solar energy - it needs more public and private finance to make this a reality though.”</p>

<h2><strong>Can consensus be achieved without Xi and Putin's presence?</strong></h2>

<p>However, Li Shuo, Senior Global Policy Advisor of Greenpeace East Asia, has said that it will be challenging to achieve any climate action goals as the current geo-politics is fraught with US-China competition and the Russia-Ukraine conflict.</p>

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<p>“The G20 has been hamstrung by US-China competition and the Russia-Ukraine conflict. This makes moving the global agenda forward extremely challenging on this platform,” Li Shuo said.</p>

<p>“Climate change risks becoming collateral damage at this year’s summit in India. Preparatory talks have exposed deep divisions. This does not bode well for the year-end UN climate conference in the UAE. Yet it reflects the zeitgeist of global climate politics. Bad geopolitical blood is paralysing the G20 just as severe climate impacts across the world call for more unity and ambition,” he added.</p>

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Only two days are left for the high-stakes G20 Summit to commence in India’s national capital New Delhi. Even as India works to raise its global profile with its presidency of the G20, there has been some geo-political friction that is likely to have an impact on the marquee event.

Only two days are left for the high-stakes G20 Summit to commence in India’s national capital New Delhi. Even as India works to raise its global profile with its presidency of the G20, there has been some geo-political friction that is likely to have an impact on the marquee event. What would be the outcome of this year’s G20 event could be anybody’s guess, but Indian officials have confirmed that climate change shall remain the hot topic of the conclave, despite friction caused by the Russia-Ukraine war and Vladimir Putin and Xi Jinping’s absence. The G20 climate talks would carry forward the discussions that took place in the July meeting by the energy and climate ministers during which negotiators failed to reach a consensus on key parameters. Climate change Despite difficult conversations and lack of any clarity on key issues, like phasing down of fossil fuels, climate finance, means of implementing energy transition and reforms of multilateral banks (MDBs), there is some hope that the G20 heads of state and government will be able to gather minimum consensus needed to project unity among the group. "India has already demonstrated leadership with bold and ambitious climate actions and will achieve two out of three quantifiable targets set forth in the NDC by 2030 – reducing the emissions intensity of GDP by 33-35 per cent from 2005 levels and 40 per cent non-fossil fuel installed electricity capacity in 2030,” Sanjay Vashist, Director, Climate Action Network South Asia (CANSA) said. PM Modi's G20 pitch for human-centric approach “India now has a unique opportunity to influence other G20 nations to advance a sustainable, just, affordable, inclusive and clean energy transition. The Indian presidency must aim to get the world back on track to limit global warming below 1.5 C as promised by countries under the Paris Agreement,” he added. Linda Kalcher, Executive Director, Strategic Perspectives, noted that India can leverage its position and use the G20 forum to achieve key climate targets and simultaneously achieve consensus on climate aid from the developed countries. Also read | UPI wallets for G20 delegates as India showcases its digital infra prowess “The G20 is a key moment for the EU to rally countries behind the target to triple renewable energy by 2030. The renewables goal can only become a success at COP28 if it comes with a financial package to ensure it can be achievable for developing countries. The EU and other rich countries can raise the stakes on climate ambition. They can lower the cost of capital and forge new economic partnerships on renewable manufacturing and deployment,” Kalcher said. “Host-country India wants to become a champion on solar energy - it needs more public and private finance to make this a reality though.” Can consensus be achieved without Xi and Putin's presence? However, Li Shuo, Senior Global Policy Advisor of Greenpeace East Asia, has said that it will be challenging to achieve any climate action goals as the current geo-politics is fraught with US-China competition and the Russia-Ukraine conflict. Also read | India's G20 presidency strives to bridge divides and sow seeds of collaboration: PM Modi “The G20 has been hamstrung by US-China competition and the Russia-Ukraine conflict. This makes moving the global agenda forward extremely challenging on this platform,” Li Shuo said. “Climate change risks becoming collateral damage at this year’s summit in India. Preparatory talks have exposed deep divisions. This does not bode well for the year-end UN climate conference in the UAE. Yet it reflects the zeitgeist of global climate politics. Bad geopolitical blood is paralysing the G20 just as severe climate impacts across the world call for more unity and ambition,” he added. WATCH WION LIVE HERE

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Here, we bring you the news that is trending across WION's social media platforms- North Korean leader Kim Jong-un is expected to meet Vladimir Putin. Kim Jong-un's rare foreign trip to Russia will likely take place later this month. The United States says that Kim Jong-un will discuss providing arms to Moscow for its ongoing war in Ukraine.

North Korea's Kim Jong-un to visit Putin in Russia to discuss weapon supply

North Korean leader Kim Jong-un is expected to meet Vladimir Putin. Kim Jong-un's rare foreign trip to Russia will likely take place later this month. The United States says that Kim Jong-un will discuss providing arms to Moscow for its ongoing war in Ukraine. To know more watch this interview with a professor of Political Science at the Pusan National University Dr Robert Edwin Kelly.

US: Russia-North Korea arms negotiations actively advancing

North Korean leader Kim Jong-un is expected to meet Vladimir Putin. Kim Jong-un's rare foreign trip to Russia will likely take place later this month. The United States says that Kim Jong-un will discuss providing arms to Moscow for its ongoing war in Ukraine.

North Korea's Kim Jong-un to meet Russia's Vladimir Putin?

Report: Armoured train to take Kim Jong-un to Vladivostok in Russia to meet Putin

<p>Russia was "open" to talks on resuming the Black Sea grain export deal, President Vladimir Putin said on Monday, (September 4) just hours after Moscow launched strikes on one of Ukraine's key grain-exporting ports overnight.&nbsp;In televised comments alongside Erdogan, Putin said: "I know you intend to raise the issue of the grain deal. We are open to negotiations on this issue."&nbsp;</p>

<p>In July, Russia decided to scrap the deal brokered by the United Nations and Turkey, which allowed Ukraine to export grain through the Black Sea in the aftermath of the Russia-Ukraine war, which started last year on February 24.&nbsp;</p>

<p>Moscow said it was ready to revive the deal "as soon" as restrictions on its own exports were lifted. Putin wants the West to fulfil a separate memorandum agreed with the US at the same time to facilitate Russian food and fertiliser exports. While Russian exports of food and fertiliser are not subject to Western sanctions, Moscow claims that the restrictions on payments, logistics and insurance have hindered shipments.&nbsp;</p>

<p>"We will be ready to consider the possibility of reviving the grain deal... and we will do it as soon as all the agreements on lifting restrictions on Russian agricultural exports are fully implemented," Putin said at a press conference with Turkish counterpart.&nbsp;</p>

<p>Putin also said that Russia is closing in on the deal to supply food for free to Africa, and the supplies will start in the next two to three weeks.&nbsp;</p>

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<p>On the other hand, Erdogan said after talks that Turkey was against alternative proposals to last year's grain agreement. At a joint media appearance with Putin in Sochi, he said: "The alternative proposals brought to the agenda could not offer a sustainable, secure and permanent model based on cooperation between the parties like the Black Sea Initiative."&nbsp;</p>

<p>Earlier on Thursday, UN Secretary-General António Guterres said that he had sent Russian Foreign Minister Sergei Lavrov "a set of concrete proposals" aimed at reviving the deal. Reconnecting the Russian Agricultural Bank to the SWIFT global payments network is one of Moscow's top requests.&nbsp;</p>

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<h2><strong>Russian attack on Ukrainian ports</strong></h2>

<p>Russia has also repeatedly pounded Ukrainian port infrastructure in what Kyiv says is an attempt to damage its exports and undermine global food security.&nbsp;</p>

<p>On Monday, a Russian drone attack damaged a grain export hub on the Danube River. The officials said that warehouses and agricultural equipment were destroyed.&nbsp;</p>

<p>A few hours after the attack, Putin met his Turkish counterpart Recep Tayyip Erdogan in Sochi, amid hopes the two could restore the deal. Erdogan has promised that he would make a "significant" announcement on grain exports after the talks.&nbsp;</p>

<p>A report by the Russian state news agency TASS mentioned that the talks between Putin and Erdogan involved defence and foreign ministers of both countries, as well as other government officials. The talks focused on the topic of the resumption of the grain deal along with issues on the bilateral agenda.&nbsp;</p>

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Russia was "open" to talks on resuming the Black Sea grain export deal, President Vladimir Putin said on Monday, (September 4) just hours after Moscow launched strikes on one of Ukraine's key grain-exporting ports overnight.

Russia was "open" to talks on resuming the Black Sea grain export deal, President Vladimir Putin said on Monday, (September 4) just hours after Moscow launched strikes on one of Ukraine's key grain-exporting ports overnight. In televised comments alongside Erdogan, Putin said: "I know you intend to raise the issue of the grain deal. We are open to negotiations on this issue." In July, Russia decided to scrap the deal brokered by the United Nations and Turkey, which allowed Ukraine to export grain through the Black Sea in the aftermath of the Russia-Ukraine war, which started last year on February 24. Moscow said it was ready to revive the deal "as soon" as restrictions on its own exports were lifted. Putin wants the West to fulfil a separate memorandum agreed with the US at the same time to facilitate Russian food and fertiliser exports. While Russian exports of food and fertiliser are not subject to Western sanctions, Moscow claims that the restrictions on payments, logistics and insurance have hindered shipments. "We will be ready to consider the possibility of reviving the grain deal... and we will do it as soon as all the agreements on lifting restrictions on Russian agricultural exports are fully implemented," Putin said at a press conference with Turkish counterpart. Putin also said that Russia is closing in on the deal to supply food for free to Africa, and the supplies will start in the next two to three weeks. Also read: Russia hiring Central Asian migrants as soldiers to fight in Ukraine War: UK intel On the other hand, Erdogan said after talks that Turkey was against alternative proposals to last year's grain agreement. At a joint media appearance with Putin in Sochi, he said: "The alternative proposals brought to the agenda could not offer a sustainable, secure and permanent model based on cooperation between the parties like the Black Sea Initiative." Earlier on Thursday, UN Secretary-General António Guterres said that he had sent Russian Foreign Minister Sergei Lavrov "a set of concrete proposals" aimed at reviving the deal. Reconnecting the Russian Agricultural Bank to the SWIFT global payments network is one of Moscow's top requests. Also read: Ukraine reports fresh attacks on Odesa port region hours before Putin-Erdogan meet Watch: G20 Summit 2023: Indian PM shrugs off Pakistan, China objections on G20 venues × Russian attack on Ukrainian ports Russia has also repeatedly pounded Ukrainian port infrastructure in what Kyiv says is an attempt to damage its exports and undermine global food security. On Monday, a Russian drone attack damaged a grain export hub on the Danube River. The officials said that warehouses and agricultural equipment were destroyed. A few hours after the attack, Putin met his Turkish counterpart Recep Tayyip Erdogan in Sochi, amid hopes the two could restore the deal. Erdogan has promised that he would make a "significant" announcement on grain exports after the talks. A report by the Russian state news agency TASS mentioned that the talks between Putin and Erdogan involved defence and foreign ministers of both countries, as well as other government officials. The talks focused on the topic of the resumption of the grain deal along with issues on the bilateral agenda. Disclaimer: A number of claims and counterclaims are being made on Ukraine-Russia war on the ground and online. While WION takes utmost care to accurately and responsibly report ongoing developments, we cannot independently verify the authenticity of all statements, photos and videos (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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<p>At a time when Russian and Chinese presidents have decided to skip the G20 summit in New Delhi, US President Joe Biden will arrive in the Indian capital city, two days in advance to hold a bilateral meeting with Prime Minister Narendra Modi.&nbsp;</p>

<p>The White House on Friday (September 1) informed Biden will travel to India on September 7 to attend the summit, scheduled to take place on September 9 and 10.&nbsp;</p>

<p>On September 8, Biden is expected to participate in a bilateral meeting with PM Modi to further strengthen the growing ties between the two countries.&nbsp;</p>

<p>"On Thursday (September 7), the President will travel to New Delhi, India to attend the G20 Leaders’ Summit. On Friday, the President will participate in a bilateral meeting with Prime Minister Narendra Modi," the statement by the White House read.</p>

<p>Among other topics of discussion, the economic and social impacts of Russian President Vladimir Putin's war in Ukraine may also feature heavily in the talks.&nbsp;</p>

<p>"While in New Delhi, the President will also commend Prime Minister Modi's leadership of the G20 and reaffirm the US commitment to the G20 as the premier forum of economic cooperation, including by hosting it in 2026," it said.</p>

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<h2><strong>Putin to visit China</strong></h2>

<p>Notably, the White House statement came hours after Putin in a televised address, called his Chinese counterpart a 'friend', adding that he was planning to visit Beijing soon.&nbsp;</p>

<p>"Quite soon we will have events, and there will be a meeting with the president of the People’s Republic of China," said Putin, according to Russian news agency Interfax.&nbsp;</p>

<p>"He (Xi) calls me his friend, and I am happy to call him my friend, because he is a person who does a lot for the development of Russian-Chinese relations."</p>

<p>Earlier this week, Putin announced that he was not travelling to India to attend the G20 summit in person. The Russian leader held a telephonic conversation with PM&nbsp;Modi and cited his 'busy schedule' for giving the all-important summit a miss.&nbsp;&nbsp;</p>

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<p>Similarly, a day after releasing a&nbsp;controversial map that antagonised the entire neighbourhood, reports claimed that Xi was giving the G20 summit a miss in New Delhi.&nbsp;Premier Li Qiang is expected to represent Beijing at the September 9-10 meeting.&nbsp;&nbsp;</p>

<p>Ever since the Russia-Ukraine war broke out, China has emerged as one of the most powerful allies of Moscow. The Xi Jinping regime has refused to blame Moscow for the war and instead, attacked the Western nations for imposing sanctions on Russia and profiting from the war</p>

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At a time when Russian and Chinese presidents have decided to skip the G20 summit in New Delhi, US President Joe Biden will arrive in the Indian capital city, two days in advance to hold a bilateral meeting with Prime Minister Narendra Modi.

At a time when Russian and Chinese presidents have decided to skip the G20 summit in New Delhi, US President Joe Biden will arrive in the Indian capital city, two days in advance to hold a bilateral meeting with Prime Minister Narendra Modi. The White House on Friday (September 1) informed Biden will travel to India on September 7 to attend the summit, scheduled to take place on September 9 and 10. On September 8, Biden is expected to participate in a bilateral meeting with PM Modi to further strengthen the growing ties between the two countries. "On Thursday (September 7), the President will travel to New Delhi, India to attend the G20 Leaders’ Summit. On Friday, the President will participate in a bilateral meeting with Prime Minister Narendra Modi," the statement by the White House read. Among other topics of discussion, the economic and social impacts of Russian President Vladimir Putin's war in Ukraine may also feature heavily in the talks. "While in New Delhi, the President will also commend Prime Minister Modi's leadership of the G20 and reaffirm the US commitment to the G20 as the premier forum of economic cooperation, including by hosting it in 2026," it said. Watch | Russia's President to not attend September G20 Summit in India Putin to visit China Notably, the White House statement came hours after Putin in a televised address, called his Chinese counterpart a 'friend', adding that he was planning to visit Beijing soon. "Quite soon we will have events, and there will be a meeting with the president of the People’s Republic of China," said Putin, according to Russian news agency Interfax. "He (Xi) calls me his friend, and I am happy to call him my friend, because he is a person who does a lot for the development of Russian-Chinese relations." Earlier this week, Putin announced that he was not travelling to India to attend the G20 summit in person. The Russian leader held a telephonic conversation with PM Modi and cited his 'busy schedule' for giving the all-important summit a miss. Also read | Putin will not attend G20 in India but set to visit China for Belt and Road forum Similarly, a day after releasing a controversial map that antagonised the entire neighbourhood, reports claimed that Xi was giving the G20 summit a miss in New Delhi. Premier Li Qiang is expected to represent Beijing at the September 9-10 meeting. Ever since the Russia-Ukraine war broke out, China has emerged as one of the most powerful allies of Moscow. The Xi Jinping regime has refused to blame Moscow for the war and instead, attacked the Western nations for imposing sanctions on Russia and profiting from the war (With inputs from agencies) WATCH WION LIVE HERE

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<p>Russian President Vladimir Putin has termed his Chinese counterpart Xi Jinping a 'friend' and said he will meet him soon, following reports that the Kremlin leader was planning to visit Beijing in October.&nbsp;</p>

<p>"Quite soon we will have events, and there will be a meeting with the president of the People’s Republic of China," said Putin, according to Russian news agency Interfax.&nbsp;</p>

<p>"He (Xi) calls me his friend, and I am happy to call him my friend, because he is a person who does a lot for the development of Russian-Chinese relations."</p>

<p>Kremlin foreign policy aide Yuri Ushakov said in July that Putin planned to visit China for the Belt and Road Forum in October, while Security Council Secretary Nikolai Patrushev said that China had invited the Russian leader as the "main guest" at the event.&nbsp;</p>

<h2><strong>Putin evading ICC arrest warrant?</strong></h2>

<p>Notably, ever since the International Criminal Court issued an arrest warrant against Putin in March, on suspicion&nbsp;of war crimes in Ukraine, the Russian leader has rarely travelled abroad.&nbsp;</p>

<p>Earlier this week, Putin announced that he was not travelling to India to attend the G20 summit in person. The Russian leader held a telephonic conversation with Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi and cited his 'busy schedule' for giving the all-important summit a miss.&nbsp;&nbsp;</p>

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<p>Prior to the G20, Putin also skipped the BRICS summit in Johannesburg, South Africa<b>.&nbsp;</b>During last month's BRICS summit, Russia was represented by Foreign Minister Sergei Lavrov instead of Putin. Pretoria is a signatory to the Rome Statute, meaning that it was supposed to comply with the order to arrest Putin.&nbsp;</p>

<p>According to experts, Putin is willing to visit only those countries where his security service can completely guarantee his safety, and China is one of those places.</p>

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<h2><strong>China-Russia axis</strong></h2>

<p>Ever since the Russia-Ukraine war broke out, China has emerged as one of the most powerful allies of Moscow. The Xi Jinping regime has refused to blame Moscow for the war and instead, attacked the Western nations for imposing sanctions on Russia and profiting from the war.&nbsp;</p>

<p>Meanwhile, Moscow has provided discounted oil and gas to Beijing which it can no longer sell to Europe. Thus a strong China-Russia axis has formed in this region of the world, which has rejigged the geopolitical landscape.&nbsp;&nbsp;</p>

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Russian President Vladimir Putin has termed his Chinese counterpart Xi Jinping a 'friend' and said he will meet him soon, following reports that the Kremlin leader was planning to visit Beijing in October.

Russian President Vladimir Putin has termed his Chinese counterpart Xi Jinping a 'friend' and said he will meet him soon, following reports that the Kremlin leader was planning to visit Beijing in October. "Quite soon we will have events, and there will be a meeting with the president of the People’s Republic of China," said Putin, according to Russian news agency Interfax. "He (Xi) calls me his friend, and I am happy to call him my friend, because he is a person who does a lot for the development of Russian-Chinese relations." Kremlin foreign policy aide Yuri Ushakov said in July that Putin planned to visit China for the Belt and Road Forum in October, while Security Council Secretary Nikolai Patrushev said that China had invited the Russian leader as the "main guest" at the event. Putin evading ICC arrest warrant? Notably, ever since the International Criminal Court issued an arrest warrant against Putin in March, on suspicion of war crimes in Ukraine, the Russian leader has rarely travelled abroad. Earlier this week, Putin announced that he was not travelling to India to attend the G20 summit in person. The Russian leader held a telephonic conversation with Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi and cited his 'busy schedule' for giving the all-important summit a miss. Watch | Russia's President to not attend September G20 Summit in India Prior to the G20, Putin also skipped the BRICS summit in Johannesburg, South Africa. During last month's BRICS summit, Russia was represented by Foreign Minister Sergei Lavrov instead of Putin. Pretoria is a signatory to the Rome Statute, meaning that it was supposed to comply with the order to arrest Putin. According to experts, Putin is willing to visit only those countries where his security service can completely guarantee his safety, and China is one of those places. Also read | Putin will not attend G20 in India but set to visit China for Belt and Road forum China-Russia axis Ever since the Russia-Ukraine war broke out, China has emerged as one of the most powerful allies of Moscow. The Xi Jinping regime has refused to blame Moscow for the war and instead, attacked the Western nations for imposing sanctions on Russia and profiting from the war. Meanwhile, Moscow has provided discounted oil and gas to Beijing which it can no longer sell to Europe. Thus a strong China-Russia axis has formed in this region of the world, which has rejigged the geopolitical landscape. (With inputs from agencies) WATCH WION LIVE HERE:

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<p>A post on a Russian channel on Telegram has ignited concerns about Russian President Vladimir Putin's health. According to a report by the Express on Monday (August 28), the post by "Z-blogger" Pozdnyakov read, "God, don't you leave us. Pray to God you are alive and healthy." The post sparked discussion across social media platforms about Putin's health.</p>

<p><strong><em>WION cannot independently verify the authenticity of this Telegram post. So far, Russian authorities have not commented on this matter.</em></strong></p>

<h2><strong>What is going on?: Ukraine reacts to post on Putin's health</strong></h2>

<p>Anton Gerashchenko, the adviser to Ukraine's minister of internal affairs, shared the Telegram post on X (formerly known as Twitter), and said, "What is going on?" Gerashchenko's post garnered several reactions on the microblogging website.&nbsp;</p>

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<p>"Nothing. More propaganda. Just a way to manipulate people's feelings. I know exactly where he's going with this. What country has a leader that prays to god on social media unless they're hoping to use it to get people to keep worrying about what he might do? We all know better," X user Roadrunner posted on Tuesday.</p>

<p>"Probably nothing, but if he's sick and his time is nearing the end, then it actually makes perfect sense to get rid of Prigozjin. He would most certainly try to take over if this is the case," another X user named RAVEN posted.&nbsp;</p>

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<h2><strong>Russian missile hits private enterprise in central Ukraine</strong></h2>

<p>Meanwhile, as the war in Ukraine continues, Russian forces struck a private enterprise with a long-range cruise missile in Ukraine's Vinnytsia, Kyiv said on Friday. "Unfortunately, there are victims - three civilians, they are being provided with all necessary assistance," Governor Serhiy Borzov wrote on Telegram, adding that unspecified property and cars had been damaged.<br />
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A post on a Russian channel on Telegram has ignited concerns about Russian President Vladimir Putin's health. According to a report by the Express on Monday (August 28), the post by "Z-blogger" Pozdnyakov read, "God, don't you leave us.

A post on a Russian channel on Telegram has ignited concerns about Russian President Vladimir Putin's health. According to a report by the Express on Monday (August 28), the post by "Z-blogger" Pozdnyakov read, "God, don't you leave us. Pray to God you are alive and healthy." The post sparked discussion across social media platforms about Putin's health. WION cannot independently verify the authenticity of this Telegram post. So far, Russian authorities have not commented on this matter. What is going on?: Ukraine reacts to post on Putin's health Anton Gerashchenko, the adviser to Ukraine's minister of internal affairs, shared the Telegram post on X (formerly known as Twitter), and said, "What is going on?" Gerashchenko's post garnered several reactions on the microblogging website. An interesting post on the Telegram channel of "Z-blogger" Pozdnyakov: "God, don't you leave us 🙏🙏🙏 Pray to God you are alive and healthy 🙏" What is going on? pic.twitter.com/w1mlbuQyfx — Anton Gerashchenko (@Gerashchenko_en) August 28, 2023 × "Nothing. More propaganda. Just a way to manipulate people's feelings. I know exactly where he's going with this. What country has a leader that prays to god on social media unless they're hoping to use it to get people to keep worrying about what he might do? We all know better," X user Roadrunner posted on Tuesday. "Probably nothing, but if he's sick and his time is nearing the end, then it actually makes perfect sense to get rid of Prigozjin. He would most certainly try to take over if this is the case," another X user named RAVEN posted. Russian missile hits private enterprise in central Ukraine Meanwhile, as the war in Ukraine continues, Russian forces struck a private enterprise with a long-range cruise missile in Ukraine's Vinnytsia, Kyiv said on Friday. "Unfortunately, there are victims - three civilians, they are being provided with all necessary assistance," Governor Serhiy Borzov wrote on Telegram, adding that unspecified property and cars had been damaged. 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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<p>Days after releasing a controversial map that antagonised the entire neighbourhood, Chinese President Xi Jinping is likely to skip the G20 summit&nbsp;scheduled to take place in the Indian capital city of New Delhi next month, a Reuters report has claimed.&nbsp;</p>

<p>The report quoted sources familiar with the matter in India and China who stated that&nbsp;Premier Li Qiang is expected to represent Beijing at the September 9-10 meeting.&nbsp;</p>

<p>Xi pulling out of the summit comes days after Russian President Vladimir Putin announced he was not travelling to India to attend the meet in person. He called Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi and conveyed that Foreign Minister&nbsp;Sergei Lavrov will represent Russian interests on the global platform.&nbsp;</p>

<p>It was anticipated that Xi might meet with US President Joe Biden, who has confirmed his attendance at the summit. Some reports claimed that Xi might square up against PM Modi yet again, after holding a rare conversation on the sidelines of the BRICS meeting in Johannesburg, South Africa, earlier this month.</p>

<p>During the meeting, the two leaders discussed&nbsp;reducing tensions in the bilateral relationship that soured after clashes along their Himalayan frontier in 2020 left 24 soldiers dead.</p>

<p><a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/china-asks-india-to-not-over-interpret-latest-distorted-map-release-630704"><strong>Also read |&nbsp;China asks India to not 'over-interpret' latest 'distorted' map release</strong></a></p>

<h2><strong>Divided G20 or not?</strong></h2>

<p>Xi planning to skip the summit is likely to steer the summit in a productive direction. Earlier, geopolitical hawks stated that Beijing releasing the distorted map where India's Arunachal Pradesh, Aksai Chin as well as Taiwan and major portions of the South China Sea were shown as Chinese territories, could have divided the G20 summit.&nbsp;</p>

<p>Since the release of the controversial map, India, Malaysia and the Philippines have come out with strong objections, calling out China for its hyper-expansionist tendencies.&nbsp;</p>

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<p>India's External Affairs Minister S Jaishnkar in a statement said:&nbsp;"It's an old habit of theirs. These (territories) are very much part of India. This government is very clear what our territories are. Making absurd claims doesn't make others' territories yours."</p>

<p>Meanwhile, the Filipino Department of Foreign Affairs said the 2023 edition map is China's latest attempt "to legitimise purported sovereignty and jurisdiction over Philippine features and maritime zones" and "has no basis under international law, particularly the 1982 United Nations Convention on the Law of the Sea (UNCLOS)."</p>

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Days after releasing a controversial map that antagonised the entire neighbourhood, Chinese President Xi Jinping is likely to skip the G20 summit scheduled to take place in the Indian capital city of New Delhi next month, a Reuters report has claimed.

Days after releasing a controversial map that antagonised the entire neighbourhood, Chinese President Xi Jinping is likely to skip the G20 summit scheduled to take place in the Indian capital city of New Delhi next month, a Reuters report has claimed. The report quoted sources familiar with the matter in India and China who stated that Premier Li Qiang is expected to represent Beijing at the September 9-10 meeting. Xi pulling out of the summit comes days after Russian President Vladimir Putin announced he was not travelling to India to attend the meet in person. He called Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi and conveyed that Foreign Minister Sergei Lavrov will represent Russian interests on the global platform. It was anticipated that Xi might meet with US President Joe Biden, who has confirmed his attendance at the summit. Some reports claimed that Xi might square up against PM Modi yet again, after holding a rare conversation on the sidelines of the BRICS meeting in Johannesburg, South Africa, earlier this month. During the meeting, the two leaders discussed reducing tensions in the bilateral relationship that soured after clashes along their Himalayan frontier in 2020 left 24 soldiers dead. Also read | China asks India to not 'over-interpret' latest 'distorted' map release Divided G20 or not? Xi planning to skip the summit is likely to steer the summit in a productive direction. Earlier, geopolitical hawks stated that Beijing releasing the distorted map where India's Arunachal Pradesh, Aksai Chin as well as Taiwan and major portions of the South China Sea were shown as Chinese territories, could have divided the G20 summit. Since the release of the controversial map, India, Malaysia and the Philippines have come out with strong objections, calling out China for its hyper-expansionist tendencies. Watch | New China map show whole of Arunachal Pradesh as part of China India's External Affairs Minister S Jaishnkar in a statement said: "It's an old habit of theirs. These (territories) are very much part of India. This government is very clear what our territories are. Making absurd claims doesn't make others' territories yours." Meanwhile, the Filipino Department of Foreign Affairs said the 2023 edition map is China's latest attempt "to legitimise purported sovereignty and jurisdiction over Philippine features and maritime zones" and "has no basis under international law, particularly the 1982 United Nations Convention on the Law of the Sea (UNCLOS)." (With inputs from agencies) WATCH WION LIVE HERE:

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<p>Russian President Vladimir Putin will visit China for the Belt and Road Forum in October, Bloomberg reported while citing three people with knowledge of the matter. The visit would be Putin's first since an arrest warrant was issued against the Russian president for alleged war crimes, which the Kremlin has vehemently denied.</p>

<p>Preparations are now underway in Moscow for Putin's visit as Russian President Vladimir Putin has reportedly accepted Chinese leader Xi Jinping's invitation for the top flagship project of his presidency.&nbsp;</p>

<h2><b>Putin will not visit India for G-20 but will visit China for BRI forum?</b></h2>

<p>That's pretty much it. Vladimir Putin, in a telephonic conversation with India's Prime Minister Narendra Modi on August 28, cited his "busy schedule" and said that his main focus is still the "special military operation" in Ukraine for his inability to attend the G-20 summit in New Delhi in September.</p>

<p>Another facet of the discourse remains that New Delhi has vehemently opposed the G20 summit to emerge as a forum for focus on war in Ukraine, saying that it's a "geo-economic" platform and that the "(UN) Security Council" exists for conflict resolutions.</p>

<p>Putin in the New Delhi G-20 summit would have made him and by extension the war in Ukraine the top focus of a crucial multilateral meeting.</p>

<p><strong>Also read |&nbsp;Russia's President to not attend September G20 Summit in India</strong></p>

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<p>Secondly, Putin is reportedly willing to visit countries where his security service can completely guarantee his safety, and China is one of those places, according to two people cited by Bloomberg.</p>

<p>Kremlin foreign policy aide Yuri Ushakov said in July that Putin planned to visit China for the forum, while Security Council Secretary Nikolai Patrushev said that China had invited the Russian leader as the "main guest" at the event, the state-run TASS news service reported in May.</p>

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<p>In March 2023, The Hague-based International Criminal Court issued a warrant against Vladimir Putin for alleged war crimes in Ukraine. Globally, a total of 123 nations are signatories to the Rome Statute of International Criminal Court which makes them bound to act on the orders passed by the court.&nbsp;</p>

<p>China and India are not signatories to the Rome Statute.&nbsp;</p>

<p>In last week's BRICS summit, Russia was represented by Foreign Minister Sergei Lavrov instead of Vladimir Putin. Pretoria is a signatory to the Rome Statute, meaning that it was supposed to comply with the order to arrest Putin.&nbsp;</p>

<p>Since Russia launched an invasion of Ukraine, President Vladimir Putin has only visited neighbouring countries and Iran.</p>

<p>Putin last visited China right before the beginning of the war in Ukraine when he attended the Winter Olympic Games in Beijing and held talks with Xi Jinping at which the two sides declared a "no limits" partnership.</p>

<p>Xi, however, travelled to Moscow for a state visit in March.</p>

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Russian President Vladimir Putin will visit China for the Belt and Road Forum in October, Bloomberg reported while citing three people with knowledge of the matter.

Russian President Vladimir Putin will visit China for the Belt and Road Forum in October, Bloomberg reported while citing three people with knowledge of the matter. The visit would be Putin's first since an arrest warrant was issued against the Russian president for alleged war crimes, which the Kremlin has vehemently denied. Preparations are now underway in Moscow for Putin's visit as Russian President Vladimir Putin has reportedly accepted Chinese leader Xi Jinping's invitation for the top flagship project of his presidency. Putin will not visit India for G-20 but will visit China for BRI forum? That's pretty much it. Vladimir Putin, in a telephonic conversation with India's Prime Minister Narendra Modi on August 28, cited his "busy schedule" and said that his main focus is still the "special military operation" in Ukraine for his inability to attend the G-20 summit in New Delhi in September. Another facet of the discourse remains that New Delhi has vehemently opposed the G20 summit to emerge as a forum for focus on war in Ukraine, saying that it's a "geo-economic" platform and that the "(UN) Security Council" exists for conflict resolutions. Putin in the New Delhi G-20 summit would have made him and by extension the war in Ukraine the top focus of a crucial multilateral meeting. Also read | Russia's President to not attend September G20 Summit in India × Secondly, Putin is reportedly willing to visit countries where his security service can completely guarantee his safety, and China is one of those places, according to two people cited by Bloomberg. Kremlin foreign policy aide Yuri Ushakov said in July that Putin planned to visit China for the forum, while Security Council Secretary Nikolai Patrushev said that China had invited the Russian leader as the "main guest" at the event, the state-run TASS news service reported in May. Also read | Vladimir Putin likely to visit China in October to attend BRI Summit In March 2023, The Hague-based International Criminal Court issued a warrant against Vladimir Putin for alleged war crimes in Ukraine. Globally, a total of 123 nations are signatories to the Rome Statute of International Criminal Court which makes them bound to act on the orders passed by the court. China and India are not signatories to the Rome Statute. In last week's BRICS summit, Russia was represented by Foreign Minister Sergei Lavrov instead of Vladimir Putin. Pretoria is a signatory to the Rome Statute, meaning that it was supposed to comply with the order to arrest Putin. Since Russia launched an invasion of Ukraine, President Vladimir Putin has only visited neighbouring countries and Iran. Putin last visited China right before the beginning of the war in Ukraine when he attended the Winter Olympic Games in Beijing and held talks with Xi Jinping at which the two sides declared a "no limits" partnership. Xi, however, travelled to Moscow for a state visit in March. 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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