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Putin set to reunite with man he met as a child in Beijing

Global South World — Tue, 19 May 2026 23:07:14 Z

The now middle-aged engineer first met Putin in 2000, when he climbed a railing to wave at the visiting president, who responded by lifting him over and kissing him on the forehead — a moment captured in a now-iconic image. Peng said the unexpected meeting shaped his life, inspiring him to learn Russian and later study in Moscow under a presidential scholarship. Now, as Putin returns to China for official talks, Peng describes the upcoming reunion as another defining moment in his life.

Putin reunites with former teacher in personal Moscow visit: Video

Global South World — Tue, 12 May 2026 19:41:17 Z

Vladimir Putin personally visited a hotel in Moscow to pick up his former schoolteacher, Vera Gurevich, before accompanying her to dinner at the Kremlin. Footage showed a warm reunion, with Putin greeting her with flowers as she arrived in the city at his invitation to attend Victory Day events and a cultural programme. During the visit, the president also briefly interacted with tourists from southern Russia staying at the hotel, asking about their trip to the capital.

Iran, Russia strengthen cooperation after key meeting: Video

Global South World — Tue, 28 Apr 2026 16:40:00 Z

Araghchi said the discussions produced constructive ideas and opened the door for deeper cooperation between Tehran and Moscow.

“Very good ideas were put forward, and there are now very good grounds for cooperation,” he said, adding that Putin praised the resilience of the Iranian people .

According to Araghchi, the Russian leader said that “not only Russia, but the whole world is studying the Iranian people for their steadfastness in the face of America and, in essence, for their victory in this unequal and unfair war.”

Putin highlights growing Russia–Indonesia ties during Moscow meeting: Video

Global South World — Mon, 13 Apr 2026 15:47:05 Z

Vladimir Putin welcomed Prabowo Subianto, describing bilateral ties as “strategic” and pointing to a 12.5 per cent rise in trade last year despite a recent slowdown. He outlined key areas for expanded cooperation, including energy, agriculture, industry and space , while also emphasising cultural and diplomatic engagement, noting Indonesia’s membership in BRICS as a further platform for collaboration.

India goes into red alert ahead of Putin’s visit

Logan Zapanta — Wed, 03 Dec 2025 04:36:53 Z

Putin’s visit comes at a sensitive geopolitical moment, with Russia seeking to deepen ties in Asia amid Western pressure over the war in Ukraine, and India balancing its long-standing strategic partnership with Moscow against concerns in the US and Europe.

Security officials say this context has strengthened the need for heightened vigilance.

Although the broad outline of Putin’s program has been finalized, Indian authorities have withheld details of his accommodation and precise movement routes due to strict security protocols. Officials say only a small circle within the government has access to the full plan.

Delhi Police have deployed top-ranking officers to supervise the operation, covering traffic control, movement restrictions, and the sanitization of areas that Putin may pass through. Entire stretches of roads, government districts, and diplomatic zones are expected to undergo multiple security sweeps.

The capital will also introduce temporary traffic diversions, restricted zones and pedestrian controls around high-security areas. Officials said advisories will be issued in advance to minimize disruptions for residents, although delays and detours are still expected.

More than 50 members of Russia’s advance security and protocol teams are arriving ahead of the visit. They will inspect all proposed routes, potential stopover points, and venues earmarked for bilateral talks and ceremonial engagements.

Indian officials say the Russian side is conducting “exceptionally detailed” checks.

During the visit, Delhi will come under a multi-layered security ring involving Delhi Police, central intelligence agencies and Putin’s elite personal security detail. The deployment includes SWAT teams, anti-terror units, bomb disposal squads and quick-reaction teams stationed across strategic points in the city.

In addition, authorities will employ extensive surveillance measures, including drone monitoring, expanded CCTV coverage and advanced technical intelligence systems to detect potential threats. Special airspace restrictions are also likely to be implemented while the Russian president is in the capital.

Security officials say the scale of preparations reflects both protocol and caution. “This is a high-stakes visit, and nothing is being left to chance,” a police officer said. “The city will effectively be under a security lockdown as long as President Putin is here.”