Is Russia at risk of becoming a ‘satellite’ of China?

Some in Washington see Moscow as a “junior partner” to be drawn away from Beijing’s orbit and into its own

6 Mar, 2025 16:17 HomeWorld News

Western experts often speak about Russia becoming China’s ‘junior partner’ and even a ‘vassal state’. This narrative has dominated nearly all Western discussions about Russia-China relations for a long time.

It is true that over the past few decades, the ties between the two nations have developed dynamically. After the start of the Ukraine conflict, as Western countries attempted to ‘cancel’ Russia by severing economic and cultural links with it, Beijing’s significance as Moscow’s economic and political ally has undeniably grown. Those who believe that China and Russia have a leader-follower relationship use these types of arguments to prove that Russia has no alternative but to submit to China.

https://www.rt.com/news/613825-china-russia-junior-partner/

Putin Kisses Gold-Encrusted Quran At Chechen Mosque Before Biggest Kursk Operation In Russia

Aug 21, 2024

Russian President Vladimir Putin made headlines during his visit to the newly constructed "Prophet Jesus" mosque in Chechnya’s capital, Grozny, when he kissed a gold-encrusted copy of the Holy Quran. This gesture, intended to show respect, has garnered mixed reactions across the globe. Some praise Putin for honoring the Islamic faith, while others question the appropriateness of the act. Join us as we dive into the social media reactions and the broader implications of this viral moment.

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=TRhETbNE5AY

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Trump says Putin ‘destroying’ Russia as Ukraine war drags on

President Trump is inheriting several foreign policy crises - including the war in Ukraine.

He said President Vladimir Putin is destroying Russia by not reaching a deal to end the war.

Leaders in Moscow and Kyiv would have closely watched his comments about a deal to end the conflict.

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Trump: Putin is ‘destroying’ Russia

“I think he should make a deal,” U.S. president says about the Kremlin chief. The war “is not making him look good.”

https://www.politico.eu/article/donald-trump-vladimir-putin-russia-ukraine-war-destroying/

In Rare Criticism, Trump Says Putin Is ‘Destroying Russia’

President Vladimir V. Putin of Russia praised President Trump’s second inauguration, but the American leader did not return the compliment.

https://www.nytimes.com/2025/01/21/us/politics/trump-putin-russia-ukraine.html

Ukraine war briefing: Putin ‘destroying Russia’ and has to make a deal, says Trump

US president claims he is preparing to meet Russian counterpart; Macron tells Europe to ‘wake up’ and spend more on defence. What we know on day 1,063

https://www.theguardian.com/world/2025/jan/21/ukraine-war-briefing-conflict-will-not-end-tomorrow-or-day-after-says-macron-as-trump-takes-office

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‘Russia Will Be In Big Trouble’: Trump’s First Shock To Putin On Day 1 In Office; Not End To War?

Hindustan Times Jan 21, 2025 #DonaldTrump #Putin #US

Donald Trump on Jan 20 spoke on the raging Russia-Ukraine war & his plans to end it. Trump claimed Putin was "destroying Russia" by not making a deal on Ukraine. He also opened up on a possible meet with Russian President Putin.