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VLADIMIR PUTIN

Japan Times
COMMENTARY / World
Dec 29, 2022
Are Putin and Xi in decline? Populism and autocracy still have deep resources.
Liberal democracy is still imperiled, despite all the recent cheerfulness from enemies of authoritarianism.
Japan Times
WORLD
Dec 29, 2022
Putin's gift to allies spark 'Lord of the Rings' jokes
During a summit that took place in St. Petersburg, the leaders of eight post-Soviet states received golden rings that showcase the emblem of the Commonwealth of Independent States.
Japan Times
WORLD
Dec 26, 2022
Russian missiles rain down on Ukraine as Putin says he is open to talks
The Kremlin says it will fight until all its territorial aims are achieved, while Kyiv says it will not rest until every Russian soldier is ejected from the country.
Japan Times
WORLD
Dec 25, 2022
Putin wants fealty, and he’s found it in Africa
With his invasion of Ukraine, President Vladimir Putin of Russia unleashed a new disorder on the world. And in the Central African Republic, Moscow already has its way.
Japan Times
WORLD
Dec 20, 2022
Putin says situation extremely difficult in several Ukrainian regions
In comments made on Security Services Day, Putin also ordered the strengthening of Russia's borders and instructed special services to keep greater control of society.
Japan Times
WORLD
Dec 19, 2022
Ukraine watchful of borders as Putin heads to Belarus
Putin's visit comes amid discussion of a possible new Russian offensive, which some fear could originate from Belarus.
Japan Times
WORLD
Dec 18, 2022
‘This isn’t war. It’s the destruction of the Russian people by their own commanders.’
Russia has been at war most of the year, yet its army seems less prepared than ever.
Japan Times
COMMENTARY / World
Dec 7, 2022
Will Russians choose truth or lies? Ukraine’s fate depends on them
How ordinary Russians deal with their government's propaganda has become a matter of war and peace.
Japan Times
WORLD
Dec 2, 2022
Biden and Macron vow unity on Ukraine and commit to easing trade tensions
The U.S. leader has so far resisted talking to Russian President Vladimir Putin since the invasion was launched in February, while the France's Macron has kept lines of communication open.
Japan Times
BUSINESS
Nov 28, 2022
Putin’s war leaves West more reliant than ever on Asian fuel
As Europe and the U.S. cut their dependence on Russian petroleum, they are facing shortages at home. That's opening opportunities for mega-refineries in places like China and Kuwait.
Japan Times
COMMENTARY / World
Nov 27, 2022
Believe it or not, Putin's foes are now 'Nazi satanists'
Russians have been told Ukrainians are pawns of the West. Or they don't exist at all. Or they're Nazis. And satanists. And many believe these absurdities.
Japan Times
COMMENTARY / World
Nov 23, 2022
How the Russia-Ukraine war can and cannot end
Brewing talk of a diplomatic solution to the conflict in Ukraine demands an honest look at the possible end games.
Japan Times
WORLD / Politics
Nov 17, 2022
Xi looks away from Putin toward West in return to world stage
Recent moves appear to be part of a broader return to pragmatism since Xi set himself up to rule for life by breaking succession norms at a party congress last month.
Japan Times
WORLD / Politics
Nov 14, 2022
Why Putin is staying away from the G20 summit
Observers say the Kremlin is seeking to shield the Russian leader from a storm of condemnation in Indonesia, but Putin's no-show also risks further isolating the country.
Japan Times
WORLD
Nov 12, 2022
Ukrainians celebrate soldiers retaking Kherson, Russia's latest defeat
The strategically important province is one of four regions Moscow claimed to have annexed in late September.
Japan Times
WORLD
Nov 10, 2022
Russia says troops leaving strategic Kherson region while Ukraine doubts full pullout
Ukraine reacted with caution to the announcement, saying some Russian forces were still in Kherson and that additional Russian manpower was being sent to the region.
Japan Times
WORLD
Nov 9, 2022
Putin's elite tremble as hard-liners call for ‘Stalinist’ steps
One senior official likened the current situation to a military dictatorship but without the military coup that usually precedes it.
Japan Times
COMMENTARY / World
Nov 8, 2022
Vladimir Putin’s Russia must be humbled
War always entails humiliation for the defeated, but it is false to suggest that humiliation will heighten the risk of future conflicts.
Japan Times
WORLD
Nov 8, 2022
Defiance by candlelight as Kyiv adapts to blackouts
For much of the past month, Russian strikes have heavily targeted Ukraine's energy infrastructure, severely damaging the electricity network.

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