Russian President Vladimir Putin had a call with Chinese President Xi Jinping, highlighting their strong ties and shared interests, especially in the face of growing relations between Moscow and Beijing following Putin’s actions in Ukraine in 2022. The two leaders discussed the importance of their cooperation in maintaining global stability and security, possibly signaling a desire to coordinate with the new U.S. administration led by President Donald Trump, who has expressed openness to dialogue with Russia and hopes for a peace deal in Ukraine. Putin welcomed Trump’s approach and emphasized the need for mutual respect and dialogue based on the interests of all parties involved in resolving conflicts in the region.
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Player grades: Draisaitl drives victory again, as Edmonton Oilers beat Vegas Golden Knights
In a 3-2 win over the Vegas Golden Knights, Leon Draisaitl redeemed himself after a poor start by scoring a crucial goal in the second period for the Edmonton Oilers. Calvin Pickard also made a key save late in the game. Other standout players included Vasily Podzolzin, Viktor Arvidsson, Zach Hyman, and Ryan Nugent-Hopkins, who all contributed positively to the team's performance. Full Article
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