Russia-Ukraine war: European Union likely to sanction Vladimir Putin’s alleged girlfriend Alina Kabaeva
2 years, 7 months ago

Russia-Ukraine war: European Union likely to sanction Vladimir Putin’s alleged girlfriend Alina Kabaeva

India TV News  

Highlights Alleged girlfriend of Putin, Alina Kabaeva included in proposed EU sanctions list Kabaeva, who was born in 1983, was first linked to Putin more than a decade ago Kabaeva and Putin reportedly met when she was a young gymnast Russia-Ukraine war: Russian President Vladimir Putin's alleged girlfriend, Alina Kabaeva, is included in the sixth proposed package of European Union sanctions against Russia over its invasion of Ukraine. According to two European diplomatic sources, Kabaeva, who has been romantically linked to Putin was included in proposed EU sanctions list, reported CNN. The head of the Russian Orthodox Church, Patriarch Kirill, is also among the individuals who are included in the proposed sixth round of EU sanctions, according to two sources who have seen the full documents, reported CNN. The proposed sanctions are out of touch with "common sense," Russian Orthodox Church spokesperson Vladimir Legoida said Wednesday, according to Russian state news agency TASS.

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Putin has two secret sons with gymnast who live life of luxury isolated from world
3 months, 2 weeks ago

Putin has two secret sons with gymnast who live life of luxury isolated from world

The Independent  

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Russia warns of 'possible consequences' if Ukraine uses Western-supplied weapons on its soil
6 months, 3 weeks ago

Russia warns of 'possible consequences' if Ukraine uses Western-supplied weapons on its soil

India TV News  

Moscow: After Ukraine received a second $1 billion promise of military aid on Tuesday during a whirlwind tour of three European Union countries, Russian President Vladimir Putin warned that the use of Western-supplied arms on its soil by Kyiv could set a dangerous new path and that the North Atlantic Treaty Organisation should be ready for possible consequences. Russia's better-equipped …

Moment Putin's gymnast 'lover' admits in TV interview how Russian president is her 'ideal man'
1 year, 9 months ago

Moment Putin's gymnast 'lover' admits in TV interview how Russian president is her 'ideal man'

Daily Mail  

This is the moment Vladimir Putin's gymnast 'lover' admits in a TV interview he is her 'ideal man' - as new photographs show the luxury forest estate where she reportedly lives with their secret children. Alina Kabaeva, 39, is said to live with the Russian president at a secret palace at a forest palace guarded by the elite FSO security …

Alina Kabaeva: Vladimir Putin ‘funnels millions by buying largest apartment in Russia for girlfriend’
1 year, 9 months ago

Alina Kabaeva: Vladimir Putin ‘funnels millions by buying largest apartment in Russia for girlfriend’

The Independent  

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Vladimir Putin is a modern day Hitler: Ukraine's Zelensky's security adviser
2 years, 1 month ago

Vladimir Putin is a modern day Hitler: Ukraine's Zelensky's security adviser

Hindustan Times  

Russia's president Vladimir Putin is a modern-day Hitler and his country is doomed to the same fate as Nazi Germany, head of Ukraine ’s national security council said. Oleksiy Danilov, who is Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky ’s most trusted security adviser, told Sky News that Vladimir Putin's actions in Ukraine will never be forgotten. Oleksiy Danilov also dismissed any idea …

Putin vows more ‘severe’ attacks after Russian missiles batter Ukraine
2 years, 2 months ago

Putin vows more ‘severe’ attacks after Russian missiles batter Ukraine

The Hindu  

Russian forces launched a barrage of fatal bombardments across Ukraine early on October 10 and President Vladimir Putin vowed even more "severe" retaliation against Kyiv. "Let there be no doubt," Mr. Putin said in televised comments addressed to his security council, "if attempts at terrorist attacks continue, the response from Russia will be severe." Mr. Putin's predecessor, Dmitry Medvedev, warned …

Russia Ukraine war: Putin's rumoured girlfriend Alina Kabaeva hit with latest US sanctions
2 years, 4 months ago

Russia Ukraine war: Putin's rumoured girlfriend Alina Kabaeva hit with latest US sanctions

India TV News  

Highlights The United States on Tuesday imposed new sanctions targetting Russian elites. This time, Vladimir Putin's rumoured girlfriend Alina Kabaeva was also sanctioned. Russia Ukraine War: The United States on Tuesday imposed new sanctions targetting Russian elites in the wake of the ongoing war in Ukraine. "As innocent people suffer from Russia's illegal war of aggression, Putin's allies have enriched …

The U.S. has sanctioned Vladimir Putin's long-rumored romantic partner
2 years, 4 months ago

The U.S. has sanctioned Vladimir Putin's long-rumored romantic partner

NPR  

The U.S. has sanctioned Vladimir Putin's long-rumored romantic partner Enlarge this image toggle caption Sergei Chirikov/AFP via Getty Images Sergei Chirikov/AFP via Getty Images The U.S. has brought sanctions against the former Olympic gymnast who is long-rumored to be the romantic partner of Russian President Vladimir Putin — adding the person known as "Russia's most flexible woman" to the growing …

Russia-Ukraine crisis live updates | NATO refits in Eastern Europe against Russia
2 years, 5 months ago

Russia-Ukraine crisis live updates | NATO refits in Eastern Europe against Russia

The Hindu  

Dozens of people were still missing on Wednesday after a Russian missile strike on a shopping mall in central Ukraine two days ago that killed at least 18, while a regional governor said the situation was “very difficult” in Lysychansk in the east. “I urge you to deprive the delegation of the terrorist state of its powers.” Madrid Spanish PM …

The West shouldn’t underestimate Russia’s military capabilities in Ukraine: Estonian PM Kaja Kallas
2 years, 6 months ago

The West shouldn’t underestimate Russia’s military capabilities in Ukraine: Estonian PM Kaja Kallas

Firstpost  

Kallas praised the unity that Europe has shown in punishing Russia for the invasion that began 24 February, even though she said it was clear from the beginning that it would be “more and more difficult over time” to hang together Tallinn: Estonian Prime Minister Kaja Kallas has told The Associated Press that the West shouldn’t underestimate Russia’s military capabilities …

Russia-Ukraine live updates | EU Commission backs candidate status for Ukraine
2 years, 6 months ago

Russia-Ukraine live updates | EU Commission backs candidate status for Ukraine

The Hindu  

France wants a military Ukrainian victory against Russia that reestablishes the territorial integrity of the country, including Crimea that was seized by Russia in 2014, a French diplomatic source said on June 16. European Union EU Commission backs candidate status for Ukraine The executive arm of the European Union recommended Friday that Ukraine be granted candidate status to one day …

Putin’s ex-wife and family members targeted in latest tranche of UK sanctions
2 years, 7 months ago

Putin’s ex-wife and family members targeted in latest tranche of UK sanctions

The Independent  

Get the free Morning Headlines email for news from our reporters across the world Sign up to our free Morning Headlines email Sign up to our free Morning Headlines email SIGN UP I would like to be emailed about offers, events and updates from The Independent. Read our privacy policy The mistress, ex-wife and family members of Russian president Vladimir …

Putin Insists Olympic Skater Caught In Doping Scandal Didn’t Compete ‘Dishonestly’
2 years, 7 months ago

Putin Insists Olympic Skater Caught In Doping Scandal Didn’t Compete ‘Dishonestly’

Huff Post  

LOADING ERROR LOADING Russian President Vladimir Putin expressed support for figure skater Kamila Valieva on Tuesday, saying she did not compete “dishonestly” after her doping case dominated this year’s Winter Olympics. “It is impossible to achieve that kind of perfection dishonestly, with the help of some kind of extra substances or manipulations.” Russian President Vladimir Putin, left, poses for a …

Putin’s alleged mistress may be sanctioned by US over Ukraine invasion, reports say
2 years, 7 months ago

Putin’s alleged mistress may be sanctioned by US over Ukraine invasion, reports say

The Independent  

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Timeline: Week seven of Russia’s war in Ukraine
2 years, 8 months ago

Timeline: Week seven of Russia’s war in Ukraine

Al Jazeera  

Russia has lined up more firepower ahead of a potential showdown in eastern Ukraine that could start within days. Here, Al Jazeera looks at the major events that marked the seventh week of the war in Ukraine: April 6 Ukrainian authorities advise residents of the eastern Luhansk and Donetsk regions to evacuate “while it is safe”, in expectation of a …

EU imposes sanctions on Putin’s daughters
2 years, 8 months ago

EU imposes sanctions on Putin’s daughters

Associated Press  

BRUSSELS — The European Union has imposed sanctions on two adult daughters of Russian President Vladimir Putin as part of a new package of measures targeting Russia’s economy, businessmen and oligarchs in retaliation for the Kremlin’s invasion of Ukraine, according to two EU officials. “These latest sanctions were adopted following the atrocities committed by Russian armed forces in Bucha and …

War in Ukraine: EU Nations Have Frozen 30 Billion Euros in Russian, Belarusian Assets
2 years, 8 months ago

War in Ukraine: EU Nations Have Frozen 30 Billion Euros in Russian, Belarusian Assets

News 18  

The EU has so far frozen nearly 30 billion euros in assets from blacklisted Russian and Belarusian individuals and companies under sanctions imposed for Moscow’s war in Ukraine, it said Friday. The EU’s figures were partial, based on data from around half of the EU’s 27 member states given to the bloc’s “Freeze and Seize” task force operating in coordination …

U.K., European Union impose sanctions on Putin's daughters
2 years, 8 months ago

U.K., European Union impose sanctions on Putin's daughters

The Hindu  

Britain and the European Union have added two adult daughters of Russian President Vladimir Putin to their sanctions list, as part of a new package of measures targeting Russia's economy, businessmen and oligarchs in retaliation for the Kremlin's invasion of Ukraine. The British government said on Friday that it is imposing asset freezes and travel bans on Putin’s daughters Katerina …

Russia Ukraine War: European Union imposes sanctions on Putin’s daughters
2 years, 8 months ago

Russia Ukraine War: European Union imposes sanctions on Putin’s daughters

India TV News  

Highlights The European Union has imposed sanctions on two adult daughters of Russian President Vladimir Putin The move from the European bloc follows a similar move two days earlier by the United States Meanwhile, vessels registered under the Russian flag are now prohibited to access EU ports The European Union has imposed sanctions on two adult daughters of Russian President …

Russia-Ukraine War: Fresh Sanctions by US Target Putin’s Daughters, Banks, Govt Officials
2 years, 8 months ago

Russia-Ukraine War: Fresh Sanctions by US Target Putin’s Daughters, Banks, Govt Officials

News 18  

In the aftermath of the gruesome Bucha killings, the United States and its allies have imposed fresh sanctions against Russia. “Sanctions against Russia must be ruinous enough for us to end this terrible war,” said the head of Ukraine’s presidential office, Andriy Yermak. The new sanctions target Russian President Vladimir Putin’s two adult daughters, Russia’s Sberbank and a ban on …

Live updates: New phase of Ukraine war? Russia shifts focus
2 years, 8 months ago

Live updates: New phase of Ukraine war? Russia shifts focus

Associated Press  

Russian forces in Ukraine appear to have shifted their focus from a ground offensive aimed at Kyiv to instead prioritizing what Moscow calls the liberation of the contested Donbas region, suggesting a new phase of the war. KEY DEVELOPMENTS IN THE RUSSIA-UKRAINE WAR: — The Associated Press has independently documented at least 34 assaults on Ukrainian medical facilities by Russian …

Explained: Who is Vladimir Putin’s ‘girlfriend’? And what’s the petition against her?
2 years, 9 months ago

Explained: Who is Vladimir Putin’s ‘girlfriend’? And what’s the petition against her?

Firstpost  

The petition on change.org alleges that Vladimir Putin’s ‘lover’ Alina Kabaeva is hiding in a chalet in Switzerland. The 38-year-old is a former Olympic gold medallist, who later served as an MP in the Russian president’s party With the war in Ukraine entering its third week, Russia and its president Vladimir Putin continue to be isolated. Comparing Kabaeva to Hilter’s …

Putin's gymnast 'lover' 'is hiding out in 'very private and very secure' chalet in Switzerland
2 years, 9 months ago

Putin's gymnast 'lover' 'is hiding out in 'very private and very secure' chalet in Switzerland

Daily Mail  

Vladimir Putin's Olympic gold-winning gymnast mistress is allegedly hiding with their four young children in a private chalet in Switzerland. Vladimir Putin's Olympic gold-winning gymnast mistress Alina Kabaeva is allegedly hiding with their four young children in a private chalet in Switzerland She is a famous Olympic gold medal winning rhythmic gymnast World champion Alina Kabaeva of Russia performs the …

Putin 'moves family members to Siberian "underground city"
2 years, 9 months ago

Putin 'moves family members to Siberian "underground city"

Daily Mail  

Vladimir Putin has in recent days hidden his family members in an 'underground city' in Siberia, according to a Russian professor. The luxury hi-tech bunker supposedly housing Putin's family is located in the Altai Mountains and was designed for protection in the event of nuclear war, said political scientist Valery Solovey, 61 Solovey has previously alleged Putin suffers medical problems …

Russia-Ukraine conflict: What you need to know about the powerful oligarchs and the sanctions on them
2 years, 9 months ago

Russia-Ukraine conflict: What you need to know about the powerful oligarchs and the sanctions on them

Firstpost  

The European Union and the United States have imposed sanctions on a long list of super-rich Russians believed to be close to Vladimir Putin — from former KGB colleagues to the godfather of the president’s eldest daughter The word oligarch has gained a lot of traction in the past few days with the European Union and the United States imposing …

Ukraine athletes defend country, demand sanctions for Russia
2 years, 9 months ago

Ukraine athletes defend country, demand sanctions for Russia

Associated Press  

Earlier this month, Ukrainian skeleton rider Vladyslav Heraskevych flashed a sign at the Olympics: “No war in Ukraine.” On Sunday, he was hunkered down about 150 kilometers outside of his nation’s capital with weapons nearby in case he needs to defend his country. But I am ready to stand strong and help in any way I can.” With Russian troops …

Vladimir Putin to be hit with more EU sanctions as war between Russia and Ukraine escalates
2 years, 9 months ago

Vladimir Putin to be hit with more EU sanctions as war between Russia and Ukraine escalates

ABC  

Russian missiles have continued to pound Kyiv, with families cowering in shelters as fighting was reported outside the city and Ukrainian troops in armoured vehicles rolled in. Key points: Russia has not yet mobilised the majority of its forces, according to US defence officials Thousands of Ukrainians are crossing into neighbouring countries in search of safety New sanctions include freezing …

UPDATE 5-EU agrees sanctions on Putin, Lavrov as Ukraine urges tougher action
2 years, 9 months ago

UPDATE 5-EU agrees sanctions on Putin, Lavrov as Ukraine urges tougher action

The Hindu  

EU states agreed to freeze any European assets of Russian President Vladimir Putin and his Foreign Minister on Friday, as Ukraine’s leader pleaded for faster and more forceful action to punish Russia’s invasion of his country. “It’s a politically important signal,” said a senior EU diplomat, referring to the decision to target Russia’s leaders. One EU official said that the …

EU freezes Putin, Russian minister's assets in bid to stop brutal war
2 years, 9 months ago

EU freezes Putin, Russian minister's assets in bid to stop brutal war

Hindustan Times  

The European Union will freeze financial and other assets linked to Russia President Vladimir Putin, minister Sergei Lavrov, and other high-ranking officials, including three EU officials, news agency AFP reported Friday evening. British Prime Minister Boris Johnson said: "British and NATO troops should not and must not play an active role in Ukraine" and US President Joe Biden, who must …

War in Ukraine: Chess Great Kasparov Launches Scathing Attack on Putin; Former World Champ Klitschko Tweets in Solidarity
2 years, 10 months ago

War in Ukraine: Chess Great Kasparov Launches Scathing Attack on Putin; Former World Champ Klitschko Tweets in Solidarity

News 18  

A former world champion boxer and one of Ukraine’s most celebrated sportspersons, Wladimir Klitschko is confident that his country will remain strong amid the military escalation with Russia that has caused global turmoil. The 45-year-old great, a former Olympic gold-medallist and someone who held the world heavyweight championship twice in the professional circuit, took to Twitter to send out a …

Ukraine: EU sanctions Russia defence minister, military chief
2 years, 10 months ago

Ukraine: EU sanctions Russia defence minister, military chief

Al Jazeera  

Details of sanctions designed to ‘hurt a lot’ also target military chiefs, Kremlin chief of staff and top editor at state-run RT. The European Union has imposed sanctions on Russia’s defence minister Sergei Shoigu, the country’s military chiefs, and other people close to the Kremlin in response to the escalating crisis in Ukraine. Flagging the plan alongside French Foreign Minister …

Vladimir Putin's split from wife after 30 yrs: Know about Russian President's girlfriends, private life & more
2 years, 10 months ago

Vladimir Putin's split from wife after 30 yrs: Know about Russian President's girlfriends, private life & more

India TV News  

Highlights Russian President does not speak about his personal affairs and two of his daughters Vladimir Putin is rumoured to have a number of unofficial children The life of the current President and former Prime Minister of Russia, Vladimir Putin is nothing less than a mystery. Amid speculations about his relationship with his wife going through turmoil and Putin seeing …

EU sanctions hit Russian minister, top advisor, lawmakers
2 years, 10 months ago

EU sanctions hit Russian minister, top advisor, lawmakers

Associated Press  

BRUSSELS — The European Union agreed to slap sanctions Wednesday on Russia’s defense minister, a top adviser to President Vladimir Putin and hundreds of Russian lawmakers who voted in favor of recognizing the independence of separatist areas in southeast Ukraine. Putin signed a decree recognizing Donetsk and Luhansk as independent and appears to be driving Russia’s campaign against Ukraine, but …

Ukraine Has Never Threatened or Attacked Anyone: Foreign Min Kuleba at UNGA Meet
2 years, 10 months ago

Ukraine Has Never Threatened or Attacked Anyone: Foreign Min Kuleba at UNGA Meet

The Quint  

Ukraine's Foreign Minister Dmytro Kuleba on Wednesday, 23 February, said that 40 million Ukrainians only want to live in peace and solidarity, Russia's accusations of Ukraine were absurd and that Ukraine had never threatened or attacked anyone. Earlier, United States President Joe Biden said that the US and its allies had no intention of fighting Russia but would defend every …

The Latest: EU ministers to decide on Russian sanctions
2 years, 10 months ago

The Latest: EU ministers to decide on Russian sanctions

Associated Press  

The Latest on the Russia-Ukraine crisis : ___ BRUSSELS — European Union foreign ministers will meet Tuesday to decide what sanctions to impose over Russia’s decision to recognize two separatist regions in southeast Ukraine, the EU’s top diplomat said. Asked whether Russia’s decision to send “peacekeepers” in already amounts to an invasion, Borrell said, “I wouldn’t say that’s a fully …

‘Counterproductive’: Kremlin Warns Biden Against Imposing Personal Sanctions On Putin
2 years, 10 months ago

‘Counterproductive’: Kremlin Warns Biden Against Imposing Personal Sanctions On Putin

News 18  

The Kremlin on Wednesday said that any kind of personal sanctions on Russian president Vladimir Putin would not help in reducing tensions across the Russian-Ukrainian border. Peskov’s remarks come hours after US president Joe Biden, while addressing reporters at the White House’s briefing room, said that he would consider economic sanctions personally targeting Vladimir Putin if he attacks Ukraine. This …

As war fears mount in eastern Europe, what are the key reasons for Russia to invade Ukraine?
2 years, 11 months ago

As war fears mount in eastern Europe, what are the key reasons for Russia to invade Ukraine?

ABC  

Russia has amassed around 100,000 troops on Ukraine's border, leading to fears that Europe is at its greatest risk of war in decades. "For us, it's absolutely mandatory to ensure Ukraine never, ever becomes a member of NATO," Russian Deputy Foreign Minister Sergei Ryabkov said at a media conference earlier this month. In 2014, Russia annexed Crimea after Ukraine ousted …

Vladimir Putin 'denting EU' by dealing only with US over Ukraine, says France
2 years, 11 months ago

Vladimir Putin 'denting EU' by dealing only with US over Ukraine, says France

The Telegraph  

France's foreign minister said on Friday that Russia was trying to bypass the European Union by holding talks directly with the United States over Ukraine. French President Emmanuel Macron later told a news conference that he was planning to have discussions with Putin soon, to discuss topics including Ukraine - but he gave no details and did not say when …

European Union hopes to avoid Ukraine war with talks, sanctions threat
3 years ago

European Union hopes to avoid Ukraine war with talks, sanctions threat

The Hindu  

A summit of European Union leaders on December 16 will focus on avoiding a Russian military invasion into neighbouring Ukraine with threats of unprecedented sanctions for Moscow and the promise of diplomatic talks. Donbas | At the centre of the Ukraine crisis Mr. Zelenskyy said Ukraine stands ready to enter into talks with Russia to ease tensions, but that Russian …

Putin's 'lover' makes public statement nearly three years after last being seen
3 years, 7 months ago

Putin's 'lover' makes public statement nearly three years after last being seen

Daily Mail  

This week, she told gymnasts they would 'win for your country' at the Olympics The rhythmic gymnast has not been seen since rumours she gave birth to twins It comes more than two-and-a-half years since Alina, 38, was last seen in public Glamorous Alina Kabaeva, the suspected lover of Vladimir Putin, has made a rare public statement more than two-and-a-half …

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