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Russian President Vladimir Putin has rejected a proposal for a direct meeting with Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy, stating that such a meeting currently lacks meaning. He reaffirmed that Moscow's military campaign will only cease when its stated objectives are met. Zelenskyy's open letter seeking talks was dismissed as insincere by Putin, who insists Ukraine must first halt its offensive.
Russian President Vladimir Putin has arrived in China for talks with Chinese leader Xi Jinping, amid deepening bilateral ties and rising geopolitical tensions. The visit underscores the strengthening partnership between Moscow and Beijing.
Lebanese Prime Minister Nawaf Salam and Syrian President Ahmed al-Sharaa concluded talks in Damascus with significant agreements on security, transport, energy, and prisoner issues. A key focus was the release of over 2,000 Syrian detainees in Lebanon, as both sides also addressed border security and a common stance against Hezbollah.
Japanese Prime Minister is reportedly planning to visit South Korea around May 19-20 for high-level talks. The visit is expected to boost bilateral ties and address security, economic, and regional issues. It would be the first such visit in several years.
Brazilian President Lula da Silva is set to meet U.S. President Donald Trump in Washington this weekend. The trip, first reported by Brazilian media, comes after a period of improved ties despite lingering differences over foreign policy and Trump's relationship with Bolsonaro.
