Steve Rosenberg: Lasting image of Russia's economic forum is plume of smoke over St Petersburg

Author: Steve RosenbergPublished on: June 7, 2026Country: Russia

PoliticsWorld / International

Steve Rosenberg: Lasting image of Russia's economic forum is plume of smoke over St Petersburg

At the 2026 St Petersburg International Economic Forum (SPIEF), Ukrainian drones struck the area, producing a massive plume of black smoke over the city. Volodymyr Zelensky published an open letter to Vladimir Putin offering peace talks, but Putin dismissed the offer as rude and urged his soldiers to continue fighting. The forum also featured a Russian folklore sorcerer entertaining delegates.

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