Johnson condemns ‘barbaric’ Putin after Russian leader ‘topless’ jibe

Speaking to reporters in Turkmenistan, Vladimir Putin retorted that, unlike him, western leaders abuse alcohol and do not do sports.

British Prime Minister Boris Johnson hit back at the “barbaric” actions of the Russian leader (Stefan Rousseau/PA)

Boris Johnson has told Vladimir Putin that allies are “appalled and repelled” by his behaviour after the Russian President suggested Western leaders look “disgusting” topless.

The comments from the Russian president came after some G7 leaders joked together about the exploits of Mr Putin, who is known for liking to publicise his athletic prowess.