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Real strength needs no photo-op – Carl Zha on Putin’s arrival in Beijing

In the latest episode of Sanchez Effect, we bring you to the heart of China as Russian President Vladimir Putin touches down shortly after Donald Trump’s visit. The contrast is striking; while the American President waved to the cameras in an effort to boost his image, the palpable bond between Putin and Xi puts a political powerhouse on display, leaving US ties in the dust. What does their two-day summit have in store? We dive into the details with host of the Silk and Steel podcast Carl Zha.

Plus, how is Europe reacting to this high-profile meeting? RT correspondent Chay Bowes sheds light on the continent’s desperate attempts to break up Moscow and Beijing, including threats of direct attacks on Russian cities. Want to learn more? Tune in to the latest episode of Sanchez Effect – on RT or BitChute.

19.05.2026
58:22 min
19.05.2026
58:22 min
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Real strength needs no photo-op – Carl Zha on Putin’s arrival in Beijing
Sanchez Effect is a journalistic rebellion. RT’s flagship program is led by Rick Sanchez, the Emmy and Peabody Award-winning newsman who’s made a career out of defying the status quo. “When only one side of a story is permitted, that’s when I push harder. If Moscow is deemed off-limits, it’s precisely where I want to be. Because more often than not, truth resides in the places we’re told not to look.”