Putin hails Myanmar ties as junta chief visits Moscow
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Russian President Vladimir Putin, second left, welcomes Myanmar's junta leader Senior Gen. Min Aung Hlaing, left, during their meeting at the Grand Kremlin Palace in Moscow, March 4, 2025.
President Vladimir Putin on Tuesday praised Russia's developing ties with Myanmar, during a visit by the Asian country's junta chief to its key ally.
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Myanmar's military leader Senior Gen. Min Aung Hlaing waves as he departs from Naypyidaw international airport, Myanmar to Russia, March 3, 2025.
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