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Vladimir Putin

Russian politician, President of Russia (2000—2008; since 2012)
Vladimir Vladimirovich Putin is a Russian statesman and political figure, a former Soviet intelligence officer. He is the current President of the Russian Federation and the Supreme Commander-in-Chief of the Armed Forces of the Russian Federation. Putin's rule is characterized by the suppression of freedom of speech and opposition in Russia. In particular, independent activists and journalists have been killed or persecuted. During his rule, Russia participated in the Second Chechen War (1999-2009), the war in Syria (2015-2024), and aggression against Ukraine (2014 and 2022).
1970-1975
Studied at the Faculty of Law of Leningrad University
1975-1990
Worked in the KGB of the USSR, including in East Germany
1991-1996
Worked in the team of St. Petersburg Mayor Anatoly Sobchak
1996-1999
Worked in the structures of the Russian government. For a certain period, he headed the FSB
1999
Appointed Prime Minister of the Russian Federation. During this period, the Second Russian-Chechen War took place
1999-2000
Russian President Boris Yeltsin appointed Putin as his successor. In May 2000, he took office as President of the Russian Federation and held it until May 2008
2018
Vladimir Putin became President of the Russian Federation for the fourth time
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Zelenskyy: Trump said that "Putin hates me, but I have the same attitude towards this man"

After meeting with Donald Trump in Washington, Volodymyr Zelenskyy spoke about the American leader's words regarding his relationship with the Russian leader. Trump stated that Putin hates Zelenskyy, and the Ukrainian president replied that he has the same attitude towards Putin.

Politics • October 17, 09:11 PM • 3715 views
Trump made a statement after meeting with Zelenskyy: says he told him, as he "likewise suggested Putin, that it is time to stop the killing, and make a deal"

Donald Trump made a statement after meeting with Volodymyr Zelenskyy. The former US president said that "enough blood has been shed" and a deal must be made.

Politics • October 17, 08:54 PM • 3170 views
Zelenskyy presented Trump with "maps" at a meeting in Washington - media

During a meeting in Washington, Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy presented Donald Trump with maps indicating potential targets in Russia. These maps showed pressure points in Russia's defense and military economy.

Politics • October 17, 07:52 PM • 3054 views
"Your mom": White House rudely responded to a journalist who asked who exactly chose Budapest as the venue for Trump-Putin talks

At the White House, the spokeswoman was dismissive of a journalist who asked why Budapest was chosen as the venue for the next meeting between Trump and Putin.

News of the World • October 17, 07:22 PM • 23164 views
Trump said the war could be ended within a week

Donald Trump believes that Russia's war against Ukraine can be ended in a week. Volodymyr Zelenskyy emphasized the importance of a ceasefire and readiness for negotiations in any format.

Politics • October 17, 07:15 PM • 49749 views
Perhaps Putin is trying to buy time - Trump

Donald Trump suggested that Russian dictator Vladimir Putin might be stalling for time by proposing another face-to-face summit with the US leader. Trump had a conversation with Putin and announced a meeting between the US and Russian teams, as well as his own meeting with Putin in Hungary.

Politics • October 17, 07:02 PM • 3322 views
Zelenskyy and Trump moved to the closed part of negotiations in the White House

The open part of the meeting between the presidents of the United States and Ukraine has concluded. The leaders moved to closed-door negotiations, where they will discuss military support, peaceful settlement, and bilateral relations.

Politics • October 17, 06:25 PM • 4221 views
Trump said he would talk to Zelensky about Tomahawk

US President Donald Trump said that the issue of providing Ukraine with Tomahawk missiles is on the agenda and will be discussed with Volodymyr Zelensky. Trump expressed hope for an end to the war without the use of these missiles, noting that the US also needs them for its own purposes.

Politics • October 17, 06:22 PM • 2418 views
Melania Trump was "very concerned" about the reunification of Ukrainian children with their parents - US President

US First Lady Melania Trump is concerned about the impact of Russia's war in Ukraine on children and continues to work on reuniting them with their parents.

Politics • October 17, 06:17 PM • 3225 views
Trump: Ukraine's strike deep into Russian territory will escalate the war

Donald Trump stated that strikes by Ukrainian forces deep inside Russian territory would mean an escalation of the conflict. He also called the transfer of Tomahawk missiles to Ukraine a "fair question."

Politics • October 17, 06:05 PM • 3651 views
"You never know": Trump dodges question on Ukraine regaining all lost territories

US President Donald Trump dodged a direct answer to a question about the possibility of Ukraine regaining all lost territories. He noted that "you never know what will happen" and that "today there is war, tomorrow there is peace."

Politics • October 17, 05:59 PM • 3196 views
There will be a bilateral meeting, but Zelenskyy will be in touch: Trump on meeting with Putin in Hungary

US President Donald Trump will hold a bilateral meeting with Russian dictator Vladimir Putin in Hungary. At the same time, he will maintain contact with Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy.

Politics • October 17, 05:56 PM • 26452 views
"We'll see" - Trump on Putin's possible refusal to meet Zelenskyy in Hungary

The American president answered journalists' questions about whether it is possible that Putin would not want to meet with Zelenskyy.

Politics • October 17, 05:52 PM • 2480 views
Trump affirmatively answered whether he can convince Putin to stop the war in Ukraine - report

Donald Trump nodded in agreement when asked if he could convince Putin to stop the war in Ukraine. After that, he met with Zelenskyy at the White House.

Politics • October 17, 05:41 PM • 2709 views
Zelenskyy arrived at the White House, met by Trump

President Volodymyr Zelenskyy arrived at the White House, where he was met by Donald Trump. The meeting takes place against the backdrop of discussions regarding the supply of Tomahawk missiles to Ukraine and Trump's previous negotiations with Putin.

Politics • October 17, 05:29 PM • 23117 views
German Foreign Minister: Budapest is another attempt to make Putin seriously negotiate with Ukraine

German Foreign Minister Johann Wadephul stated that Ukraine must be included in any agreement concerning it. He views the planned talks in Budapest as an attempt to persuade Putin to start serious negotiations with Ukraine.

Politics • October 17, 04:59 PM • 2658 views
Trump did not rule out sending Tomahawks to Ukraine: CNN learned details of the US president's conversation with Putin

CNN sources reported that Trump did not rule out the possibility of sending Tomahawk cruise missiles to Ukraine during a conversation with Putin. However, he did not commit to providing this weapon at a meeting with Zelenskyy, awaiting his plans for its use.

Politics • October 17, 04:16 PM • 18708 views
Trump plans to discuss with Zelensky the possibility of a meeting between the Ukrainian president and Putin - White House

US President Donald Trump intends to discuss with Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky the latter's potential meeting with Vladimir Putin. Ukraine also hopes to expand the list of weapons it can purchase from the US, including Tomahawk missiles.

Politics • October 17, 03:08 PM • 3559 views
Slovakia wants to be friends with everyone interested in it, including Russia - Fico

Slovak Prime Minister Robert Fico stated the country's interest in friendly relations with everyone who wishes to cooperate, including Russia and China. At the same time, Slovakia strives to be a good neighbor to Ukraine and help it.

Politics • October 17, 01:24 PM • 3072 views
Trump almost walked out of a meeting in Alaska when Putin started his "historical" rants and refused peace – FT

During a meeting in Alaska, Russian dictator Putin did not want peace in Ukraine; instead, he began talking about a "single nation" with Ukrainians, which led Donald Trump to almost walk out of the meeting and raise his voice several times.

Politics • October 17, 12:25 PM • 14710 views
Hungary must execute ICC arrest warrant for Putin - German Foreign Ministry

The German Foreign Ministry stated that Hungary must execute the ICC arrest warrant for Russian dictator Vladimir Putin. This decision will only come into force in April 2026, despite Hungary's announcement of withdrawal from the court's jurisdiction.

Politics • October 17, 11:57 AM • 15004 views
Kremlin says Orban will provide conditions for US-Russia summit in Budapest

Russian President Putin informed Hungarian Prime Minister Orban about his conversation with US President Trump. Orban expressed readiness to provide conditions for a Russian-American summit in Budapest.

Politics • October 17, 10:41 AM • 13535 views
Slovak Prime Minister confirms support for Ukraine's sovereignty, but advocates for Putin-Trump negotiations

Slovak Prime Minister Robert Fico stated his support for Ukraine's independence and territorial integrity. He also advocated for a meeting between Putin and Trump in Hungary, offering assistance in organizing it.

Politics • October 17, 10:35 AM • 7099 views
The main interest is ending the war and a just peace: Fico supports a meeting between Trump and Putin in Budapest

Slovak Prime Minister Robert Fico stated that his country fully supports a meeting between Donald Trump and Vladimir Putin in Budapest. Slovakia is ready to assist Hungary in organizing this summit, as the main interest is to end the war in Ukraine.

Politics • October 17, 10:13 AM • 3563 views
Putin's long-time ally proposed to Elon Musk to build a tunnel across the Bering Strait: the amount and period of work were announcedPhoto

Kirill Dmitriev approached Elon Musk with a proposal to build a tunnel across the Bering Strait. The project, costing less than 8 billion US dollars and with a implementation period of less than 8 years, could become a symbol of cooperation.

News of the World • October 17, 09:52 AM • 11716 views
Trump-Putin meeting: Hungary announces start of summit preparations after talks with US and Russia

Hungarian Foreign Minister Péter Szijjártó announced the start of preparations for a summit between Donald Trump and Vladimir Putin in Budapest. He held talks with US Deputy Secretary of State Christopher Landau and Russian Foreign Minister Sergey Lavrov.

Politics • October 17, 08:54 AM • 3335 views
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What is Ukraine counting on?: a member of the national security committee on the possibility of providing Tomahawk amid Zelenskyy's meeting with Trump

Amid Zelenskyy's meeting with Trump, Ukraine hopes to expand the list of weapons it can purchase, including Tomahawk missiles. Yegor Chernev, deputy head of the National Security Committee, noted that there are no restrictions on the quantity of what Ukraine can buy from the United States.

Politics • October 17, 08:14 AM • 21677 views
Oil prices fall 3% for the week amid Trump-Putin agreement on meeting

Oil prices are down 3% for the week. This comes amid uncertainty over global supplies after Trump and Putin agreed to meet on the war in Ukraine.

Economy • October 17, 08:02 AM • 3649 views
Zelenskyy and Ukrainian delegation surprised by Trump's conversation with Putin - Axios

Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy and the Ukrainian delegation were surprised by US President Donald Trump's conversation with Russian dictator Vladimir Putin about a meeting in Hungary. Zelenskyy learned about it after arriving at Andrews Air Force Base in the US.

Politics • October 17, 06:58 AM • 3580 views
"No changes for Russia": Zelenskyy commented on Russian strikes on Kryvyi Rih

President of Ukraine Volodymyr Zelenskyy commented on Russian strikes on civilian infrastructure in Kryvyi Rih. He emphasized that "security can be guaranteed if everything we agree on, particularly in Washington, is implemented."

War in Ukraine • October 16, 11:35 PM • 15284 views