Politicians from some countries do not adhere to the principle of isolating Vladimir Putin, as they invite the Russian leader to visit. However, he is not always welcomed by the public. This was evident in Kazakhstan,

Vladimir Putin was greeted with a display of a Ukrainian flag while visiting Kazakhstan for a summit where he is expected to discuss the war in Ukraine.

Russian President Vladimir Putin visited Kazakhstan on Wednesday, and discussed boosting energy and industry ties and easing a row over farm goods with the Central Asian nation which exports most of its oil through Russia but is exploring alternatives.