Putin meets Saudi Crown Prince on rare trip to shore up ties

Russian President Vladimir Putin defies US and European efforts to isolate him by embarking on a rare foreign trip to the Gulf region. During his visit, Putin meets with Saudi Crown Prince Mohammed Bin Salman to strengthen partnerships. They discuss OPEC+ production cuts, the Israel-Palestine conflict, and the possibility of launching a fertilizer joint venture. Putin's trip signifies that he is still welcome in parts of the globe, despite sanctions and efforts to isolate Russia.