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Russian President Vladimir Putin has arrived in Abu Dhabi, Reuters has quoted Russian state news agencies as reporting.

Putin will hold talks with Saudi Arabian Crown Prince Mohammed bin Salman to discuss oil, Opec+ and the conflicts in Gaza and Ukraine.

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