"Putin's Name Mishaps in Kazakhstan Highlight Diplomatic Challenges"

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Russian President Vladimir Putin is facing online mockery for struggling to pronounce the name of Kazakhstan's president, Kassym-Jomart Tokayev, during a formal meeting. Videos of Putin's mispronunciation have circulated on social media, adding to previous controversies surrounding his health and appearance. Despite this, Kazakhstan remains a trusted ally of Russia, and the leaders discussed topics such as agriculture and economic cooperation during the meeting.
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