How Moscow and its allies are trying to display their immunity to Western pressure

SCO Summit BREAKING: Putin Meets Xi | Most Powerful Moment Of SCO Summit 2025

At the SCO Summit, a powerful moment unfolded as Russian President Vladimir Putin and Chinese President Xi Jinping engaged in a private and seemingly warm conversation. Xi immediately called for his interpreter after the photo-op, ensuring a lengthy and precise exchange with Putin while other world leaders lined up for the traditional family photo. Their relaxed smiles suggested not just diplomacy, but a bond strengthening at a time of rising global tensions. The interaction is already being seen as symbolic of a deepening Russia-China axis, potentially unsettling the West. Observers note that this visible show of unity comes as U.S. and NATO seek to counter both Moscow and Beijing’s influence. For many, it was more than just small talk—it was a message of strategic alignment, one that could shift the global balance of power. #Putin #XiJinping #RussiaChina #SCOSummit #Geopolitics #SCO #GlobalPolitics #Diplomacy #StrategicAlliance #WorldNews #PutinXi #BRICS #NATO #USChina #USRussia #PowerShift #Summit2025 #MultipolarWorld #EastVsWest #GlobalOrder ~HT.410~

Von der Leyen says Putin 'has not changed' and can only be kept in check through strong deterrence

Von der Leyen says Putin 'has not changed' and can only be kept in check through strong deterrence Polish PM Donald Tusk and European Commission President Ursula von der Leyen arrived at the Polish-Belarusian border on Sunday to discuss defence and security, including the SAFE preferential loan programme, of which Poland is the greatest beneficiary. READ MORE : http://www.euronews.com/2025/08/31/von-der-leyen-says-putin-has-not-changed-and-can-only-be-kept-in-check-through-strong-dete Subscribe to our channel. Euronews is available on Dailymotion in 12 languages