Interview with Oliver Stone
(World News Russia)

Oliver Stone: So, I interviewed Mr Medvedchuk. It was in Monte Carlo. He gave us a very interesting interview. He gave us his view of the Ukraine. I gather that you`re close with him. President of Russia Vladimir Putin: I would not say that we are very close but we know each other well. He was President Kuchma`s Chief of Staff, and it was in this capacity at the time that he asked me to take part in the christening of his daughter. According to Russian Orthodox tradition, you can`t refuse such a request. Oliver Stone: Oh, you cannot refuse it? I thought it was a big honour for you to be the godfather of his daughter. Vladimir Putin: It is always a great honour to be a godfather. Oliver...