Putin: For the first time in five years he congratulated an American president on the 4th of July
In 2020, Putin had last sent a congratulatory telegram - again to Trump - on the Independence Day of the United States
Russia – Afghanistan rapprochement – The Taliban sent an ambassador to Moscow
In April this year, Moscow approved the appointment of a Taliban ambassador as part of the strengthening of ties between Russia and Afghanistan
EU extends economic sanctions against Russia for another 6 months
The EU Council today renewed the EU’s restrictive measures against Russia for another six months, until January 31, 2026