During an unscripted diplomatic visit to Moscow, Trump associate Steve Witkoff reportedly met with Russian President Vladimir Putin without a translator. The encounter sparked questions about possible misunderstandings and whether Witkoff may have been placed at a disadvantage. Observers note the situation raises broader concerns about spontaneous high-level meetings.

Chinese President Xi Jinping hosted Russian President Vladimir Putin and North Korean leader Kim Jong Un at Tiananmen Gate for a grand military parade. Their arrival spotlighted the shared international stage as these influential figures gathered in Beijing.

North Korea’s leader Kim Jong Un is set to visit China after a six-year gap, joining Russian President Vladimir Putin in Beijing for a large-scale military parade. Though details remain scarce, the event signals a notable moment in regional diplomacy.

Russian President Vladimir Putin and United Nations Secretary-General Antonio Guterres will attend the upcoming Shanghai Cooperation Summit (SCO), scheduled from August 31 to September 1. The event, though brief, has drawn significant attention due to the involvement of two of the world’s most notable leaders.

In a surprising turnaround, former President Donald Trump now doubts Russian President Vladimir Putin’s willingness to end the Ukraine war, despite recently suggesting a peace deal was imminent. This shift raises questions about the prospects of resolving the ongoing conflict.

In a move coinciding with Easter celebrations, Russian President Vladimir Putin has declared a ceasefire in Ukraine starting Saturday evening. The Kremlin announced the ceasefire will last from 6 p.m. Moscow time on Saturday until midnight after Easter Sunday.