Also known as: Russian President Vladimir Putin · Russian leader Vladimir Putin · President Vladimir Putin · Russia's Vladimir Putin · Russia's President Vladimir Putin · President Putin · Russia President Vladimir Putin
Russian President who hosted the third Russia-Africa summit in Moscow in October 2026 and met with Kenya's President Ruto on recruitment, trade, and scholarships.
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… The 80-year-old US leader took aim at his Ukrainian counterpart Volodymyr Zelensky, asserting that he was less willing than Russian President Vladimir Putin to reach a compromise to end the war. …
Trump calls renewed Ukraine attacks on Russian refineries 'a disgrace'The Standard
… The talks form part of Kenya’s broader economic diplomacy agenda of using relations to advance national development priorities and deliver results for citizens.The first Russia–Africa Summit which took place in October 2019 was co-chaired by Russia President Vladimir Putin and hi …
Kenya to participate in RussiaAfrica SummitThe Standard
… The talks form part of Kenya’s broader economic diplomacy agenda of using relations to advance national development priorities and deliver results for citizens.The first Russia–Africa Summit which took place in October 2019 was co-chaired by Russia President Vladimir Putin and hi …
Kenya to participate in Russia-Africa SummitCapital News
… Zelensky called it a gift to Russian President Vladimir Putin that amounts to “an investment in a war that must be ended, not prolonged”, a position quickly backed by Ukraine’s European allies. …
Trump announces deal for Russian diesel as Zelensky calls it a gift to PutinCitizen Digital
… Trump, whose Republicans face dim prospects in next month's vote partly because of soaring energy costs, defended a deal allowing more Russian diesel onto global markets after saying Vladimir Putin wanted "strongly" to reach a settlement in Ukraine. …
Trump urges Zelensky replacement as diesel row ragesCitizen Digital
… The deal, which US President Donald Trump announced on Friday after a call with Russian counterpart Vladimir Putin, would see Moscow release large amounts of diesel onto global markets in exchange for sanctions relief. …
Zelensky blasts Russia-US diesel deal after Russian strikes kill 15Citizen Digital
… "Russia will immediately supply over 300,000 Tons of Diesel Fuel to the American and Global Marketplace," Trump said on social media after talks with Russian leader Vladimir Putin. …
Trump hails Russia deal to release diesel as midterms loomThe Standard
… Trump, whose party faces dim prospects in next month's midterm elections partly over soaring US fuel prices, announced Friday that he had called Russian counterpart Vladimir Putin and agreed to allow Moscow to release large amounts of diesel onto global markets. …
Trump, Zelensky clash over diesel deal as Russian strikes kill 21Citizen Digital
… The president noted that the attacks coincided with Russian President Vladimir Putin's birthday. …
At least 32 killed in Ukraine, Zelenskiy condemns one of Russia's most 'vile strikes'Citizen Digital
… n under control' after plague reports By AFP October 05, 2026 02:19 (EAT) Add as a Preferred Source on Google Follow us Follow on Whatsapp Follow on Google Follow on Twitter In this pool photograph distributed by the Russian state agency Sputnik, Russia's President Vladimir Putin …
Russian officials say 'situation under control' after plague reportsThe UN's human rights mission in Ukraine said a Russian attack that killed at least 33 people at a former school building in the village of Komyshuvakha where humanitarian aid was being distributed likely violated international law. The mission's head said Russia either knew of the aid distribution or failed to take basic precautions before attacking.
3 November 2026 · Citizen Digital →
The UN's human rights mission in Ukraine said a Russian attack that killed at least 33 people at a former school building in the village of Komyshuvakha where humanitarian aid was being distributed likely violated international law. The mission's head said Russia either knew of the aid distribution or failed to take basic precautions before attacking.
3 November 2026 · Citizen Digital →
Ukrainian tennis player Oleksandra Oliynykova told AFP that sports inviting Russia back is a "propaganda victory" for Moscow and rewards "a country which is killing people every day." She also called on US President Donald Trump to provide Ukraine with interceptor missiles for defense.
3 November 2026 · Citizen Digital →
Presidents William Ruto and Vladimir Putin agreed during a bilateral meeting in Moscow to designate Kenya as a non-source country for recruitment into the Russian military, effectively closing recruitment channels used to enlist Kenyans for the Russia-Ukraine war. Kenya will appoint a Defence Attaché to liaise with Russia's Ministry of Defence on the repatriation of affected Kenyans and coordination of compensation.
31 October 2026 · Capital News →
IOC president Kirsty Coventry wants politics kept off the field of play, but Ukraine and former IOC executives argue politics and sport remain inseparable. The issue will be tested at the Youth Olympics in Dakar starting Saturday, where Russian and Ukrainian athletes will compete together for the first time since 2020, with 13 Russian athletes permitted to parade their national flag and anthem.
31 October 2026 · Citizen Digital →
Video footage from the Russia-Africa summit in Moscow showing African heads of state, including Kenya's President William Ruto, lining up to receive traditional Russian ice cream from President Vladimir Putin has sparked widespread criticism across Kenya and Africa.
31 October 2026 · Citizen Digital →
Kenya and Russia have agreed to end recruitment of Kenyan citizens into the Russian armed forces, with Kenya designated a non-source country for Russian military recruitment, following talks between President Ruto and President Putin in Moscow.
30 October 2026 · Citizen Digital →
During bilateral talks in Moscow, Russian President Vladimir Putin announced 70 additional scholarships for Kenyan students pursuing higher education in Russia. The two leaders also discussed strengthening trade, investment, and economic cooperation, and signed five memorandums of understanding across key sectors.
30 October 2026 · Capital News →
President William Ruto, speaking at the Africa-Russia Summit in Moscow, called for greater cooperation with Russia in education, agriculture, trade and other sectors, and urged Russian investors to establish stronger partnerships with Kenya. Ruto cited Russia's expertise in energy, mining, fertiliser production, engineering, transport and manufacturing as aligned with Kenya's industrialisation priorities.
29 October 2026 · Citizen Digital →
President William Ruto told the third Russia-Africa Summit in Moscow that Africa must stop exporting raw materials and importing finished goods, calling instead for investment in manufacturing, agricultural production, energy infrastructure and skills development. He cited Kenya's trade imbalance with Russia — bilateral trade of $380 million in 2025, with Kenyan exports of $52 million against imports of $330 million — and said Africa captures only a fraction of the value from its natural resources because processing and manufacturing happen outside the continent.
29 October 2026 · The Standard →
President William Ruto urged Russian investors to increase investments in Kenya, highlighting the country's 55 million population, $136 billion GDP, and 5.3 per cent economic growth in 2025 as opportunities. Bilateral trade between Kenya and Russia stood at $380 million in 2025, with Kenya exporting tea, coffee, flowers, fruits and vegetables valued at $52 million, while Russian imports including wheat and fertilisers reached approximately $330 million.
28 October 2026 · Capital News →
Russia hosted almost two dozen African leaders at the third Russia-Africa summit in Moscow in late October, seeking to strengthen ties with countries it views as "natural allies" against the West while providing security assistance to several African governments.
28 October 2026 · Citizen Digital →
President William Ruto left for Russia to represent Kenya at the Third Russia–Africa Economic and Humanitarian Forum. He aims to advance Kenya's economic and strategic interests, including expanding export markets, attracting investments in agro-processing and energy, and exploring partnerships in artificial intelligence and digital innovation.
27 October 2026 · The Standard →
President William Ruto departed for Russia to represent Kenya at the Third Russia–Africa Economic and Humanitarian Forum, where he will advance Kenya's economic and strategic interests, including expansion of export markets for agricultural products, attracting investments, and exploring partnerships in technology and digital innovation.
27 October 2026 · The Standard →
An opinion piece questions whether the third Russia–Africa Summit will deliver tangible benefits to African nations, noting that Russia's economic contribution to Africa remains minuscule—trade reached only $18 billion by 2022, missing Putin's 2019 pledge to double it to $40 billion within five years, and Russian investment accounts for less than 1% of foreign direct investment into the continent.
25 October 2026 · The Standard →
North Korean leader Kim Jong Un arrived in China's border city of Dandong via a newly opened bridge linking the two countries, according to South Korea's Yonhap news agency. The four-lane bridge was completed in 2014 but its opening was delayed due to lack of connecting roads and customs facilities.
24 October 2026 · Citizen Digital →
US special envoy Steve Witkoff met Ukraine's President Zelensky in Oslo to discuss proposals on ending Russia's conflict with Ukraine, with a US official describing the talks as "constructive". Witkoff is set to meet Russian President Vladimir Putin in St Petersburg on Wednesday to present the proposals, while Zelensky said intelligence sharing with the US on Russian missile attacks "works now".
21 October 2026 · Capital News →
Pope Leo XIV appeared publicly for the first time since undergoing lung cancer surgery on Tuesday, telling thousands in St Peter's Square that he would gradually resume his activities. The 71-year-old had part of his right lung removed at Rome's Gemelli hospital and was discharged Saturday.
18 October 2026 · Citizen Digital →
Pope Leo XIV, 71, left Gemelli hospital on Saturday four days after undergoing lung cancer surgery and returned to the Vatican, walking unaided and smiling as he greeted well-wishers and doctors. His discharge ended days of uncertainty affecting the Vatican and the world's 1.4 billion Catholics.
18 October 2026 · Citizen Digital →
Pope Leo XIV has been discharged from Rome's Gemelli Hospital on Saturday following surgery on his right lung, with doctors confirming steady improvement through blood tests and chest X-rays. He is expected to return to the Vatican and lead the Angelus prayer from the papal apartment window on Sunday.
17 October 2026 · Capital News →
Pope Leo XIV has appealed to Russian President Vladimir Putin for a ceasefire to allow humanitarian aid and safe evacuation of civilians from the besieged Ukrainian city of Oleshky in the Kherson region. The Pope spoke by telephone with Putin expressing concern over the humanitarian situation and calling for delivery of food and medical assistance.
17 October 2026 · Capital News →
US President Donald Trump called Ukraine's renewed strikes on Russian oil refineries a "disgrace" in an interview with Newsmax, claiming they are driving up global energy prices. Trump also stated he finds Ukrainian President Zelensky more difficult to deal with than Russian President Putin and suggested both leaders would like to see the war end soon.
16 October 2026 · Citizen Digital →
Cabinet Secretary Mudavadi has confirmed Kenya will participate in the Russia–Africa Summit set for October 28–29, 2026, in Moscow, with a focus on economic development, trade, investment, energy, food security and emerging technologies including artificial intelligence.
13 October 2026 · The Standard →
Cabinet Secretary Musalia Mudavadi confirmed Kenya will participate in the third Russia–Africa Summit scheduled for October 28–29, 2026, in Moscow. Kenya's focus will be on economic development, diplomatic training, cultural cooperation, trade, investment, energy, food security and emerging technologies.
13 October 2026 · The Standard →
Donald Trump announced a deal to import Russian diesel into the US, with Putin agreeing to release 300,000 tonnes immediately followed by 500,000 tonnes in November and further supplies. Ukraine's President Volodymyr Zelensky condemned the deal as a gift to Putin and an investment in prolonging war, calling instead for strong US support for Ukraine's defence.
11 October 2026 · Capital News →
Donald Trump called on Ukraine to "get a new leader" after President Volodymyr Zelensky criticized Washington's easing of Russian diesel sanctions. Trump defended the deal allowing more Russian diesel onto global markets, citing Putin's desire for a Ukraine settlement, while accusing Zelensky of blocking negotiations and ignoring instructions not to strike Russian refineries; Kyiv and European allies warned the sanctions relief would help fund Russia's war.
11 October 2026 · Citizen Digital →
Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky condemned a US-announced diesel deal between America and Russia, saying Moscow was expressing "thanks" by attacking Ukraine, which killed 15 people according to authorities. EU officials also opposed lifting sanctions on Russian diesel, arguing it would fuel Russia's war effort.
10 October 2026 · Citizen Digital →
U.S. President Donald Trump said Friday he had secured Russia's agreement for a major diesel release and eased war sanctions on Moscow to lower energy costs ahead of midterm elections. President Volodymyr Zelensky criticized the move as "unworthy" and "weak."
10 October 2026 · Citizen Digital →
US President Trump announced easing sanctions on Russian diesel, prompting criticism from Ukrainian leader Zelensky and EU officials, while Russian strikes on Ukraine killed at least 21 people including four children.
10 October 2026 · The Standard →
Russia pounded Ukraine with waves of missiles and drones on Wednesday, killing at least 32 people, including children, and damaging industrial facilities and energy infrastructure, according to President Zelenskiy. The heaviest losses were in Pryluky in Chernihiv region, where a Russian missile destroyed a five-storey residential building.
8 October 2026 · Citizen Digital →
Russian officials downplayed reports that a 28-year-old laboratory technician in Siberia's Irkutsk region died of plague, saying post-mortem tests had not found traces of the disease and that the cause was pneumonia of undetermined etiology.
5 October 2026 · Citizen Digital →