2nd and 4th President of Russia (2000–2008, 2012–present), 7th and 11th Prime Minister of Russia (1999–2000, 2008–2012) · age 73
The Associated Press reports that Vladimir Putin meets with North Korea’s foreign minister and thanks Pyongyang for supporting Russia’s war against Ukraine, reflecting deepening Russia–North Korea ties.
source: AP
The Washington Post, citing AP reporting, says Putin appears publicly unfazed by fuel shortages while Russia continues attacks on Ukraine and Ukraine targets Russian refineries and other infrastructure.
source: The Washington Post
The Associated Press reports that Vladimir Putin hosts leaders of the Association of Southeast Asian Nations as Russia seeks to bolster business and other ties with the bloc amid international isolation over the Ukraine war.
source: AP