Russian President Vladimir Putin arrives China for state visit

Chinese President Xi Jinping pledged to work with counterpart Vladimir Putin to “rejuvenate” their countries as the pair started a day of talks in Beijing, saying China would “always be a good partner” of Russia, according to Chinese state media. Putin arrived earlier on Thursday for a two-day state visit that will include detailed talks… Read More Russian President Vladimir Putin arrives China for state visit

Slovak PM Robert Fico in stable condition following assassination attempt

Slovak Prime Minister Robert Fico is no longer in a life-threatening condition after he was shot in an assassination attempt when leaving a government meeting on Wednesday, a government minister said. The gunman shot Fico, 59, five times, initially leaving the prime minister in critical condition and undergoing surgery hours later on Wednesday evening. “I… Read More Slovak PM Robert Fico in stable condition following assassination attempt