Commenting on the possible influence of the EU on US policy, the Russian president expressed confidence that it is "excessive" to assume that "someone from the outside determines US policy in certain areas"
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US President Donald Trump stated that Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky should have resolved the conflict earlier. This comment reflects the US administration's position on the duration of the war, though specific diplomatic timelines and responsibilities remain subjects of international debate.
Helsinki has reportedly withdrawn from the UN Convention on Certain Conventional Weapons, aligning with recent moves by regional neighbors. This decision is widely attributed to security concerns regarding its eastern border, though official statements on the specific motivations remain limited.
Russian and Iranian officials discussed their bilateral agenda, citing agreements made by Presidents Vladimir Putin and Masoud Pezeshkian during recent events in Kyrgyzstan and Turkmenistan. The meeting reportedly focused on strengthening their strategic partnership, though the characterization of the atmosphere as "traditionally constructive" reflects a subjective assessment rather than an objective fact.
The matter was reportedly discussed during a telephone conversation with Russian President Vladimir Putin on October 16.