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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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Sanctioned tanker with Russian oil arrives in Cuba with US consent

A tanker carrying 730,000 barrels of oil arrived at Matanzas port despite the blockade. Donald Trump authorized the delivery to ease the energy crisis on the island.

News of the World • March 31, 06:01 PM • 6520 views
Russians' trust in Putin and the government is falling, especially among young people - poll

A Levada Center poll recorded a drop in Putin's rating to 80%. Young people are increasingly criticizing the government over taxes and war fatigue in Ukraine.

News of the World • March 31, 12:35 PM • 4492 views
Fainted and injured - Saakashvili felt ill in prison

Mikheil Saakashvili lost consciousness in his cell and required resuscitation. The Penitentiary Service confirmed the incident but denied any injuries.

Politics • March 30, 05:06 PM • 6603 views
Ministry of Culture official suspected of justifying Russian aggression - prosecutor's office released recording of conversationsPhotoVideo

The head of a department at the Ministry of Culture has been served with a notice of suspicion for denying Russian aggression. She justified the shelling and wrote letters to Putin on behalf of her son.

Crimes and emergencies • March 30, 09:42 AM • 2983 views
Rich countries seek to join the EU - Politico found out if Ukraine can be moved down the queue

Iceland and Norway want to join the EU for protection. The bloc prefers wealthy candidates over poorer Eastern countries, where Ukraine is also on the waiting list.

Politics • March 30, 06:43 AM • 28652 views
Trump said there was "no problem" with a Russian tanker delivering oil to Cuba

The US President stated that he had no complaints about the Russian vessel due to the humanitarian crisis. The tanker "Anatoly Kolodkin" is carrying 730,000 barrels of oil.

Politics • March 30, 05:51 AM • 6761 views
Kremlin to forcibly seize 3 trillion rubles of Russians' pension savings - intelligence

Moscow plans to transfer the funds of 37 million citizens to a new state scheme. The money will be used to finance state projects amid sanctions and war.

News of the World • March 28, 02:09 PM • 7987 views
Russians' trust in Putin has fallen to a historic low since the full-scale war began - poll

A poll by the state-owned VTsIOM recorded a drop in trust in Putin to 75% and a rise in his disapproval rating. The reasons cited were the economic downturn and Russians' fatigue from the prolonged war.

Society • March 28, 05:34 AM • 14435 views
Russia restricted access to foreign films for distribution

Russian dictator Putin restricted the distribution of foreign films due to their alleged harm to viewers. The Center for Countering Disinformation calls this the transformation of culture into an instrument of ideology.

Culture • March 27, 11:05 PM • 8887 views
Any steps to ease pressure on Russia are not productive - SybihaPhoto

The Foreign Minister called on the G7 to increase pressure on the aggressor and not to ease sanctions. Ukraine plans to increase the number of attacks on Russian territories.

Politics • March 27, 03:01 PM • 5071 views
The CPD stated that Iran's defeat could weaken Russia and the entire axis of autocracies

The head of the CPD, Kovalenko, stated that the war against Iran would directly affect Russia. A victory over Tehran would destroy terrorist proxies and weaken dictatorships.

Politics • March 27, 12:45 AM • 10400 views
Putin demands 'voluntary contributions' from big Russian businesses for the war - media

The dictator proposed that entrepreneurs contribute to the budget amid the conflict in the Middle East. Businesses were urged to limit expenses and not live lavishly.

Economy • March 26, 09:59 PM • 9992 views
NATO Secretary General explains refusal to officially formalize Ukraine's experience

Mark Rutte announced a mutual exchange of knowledge through the J-Tech center in Poland. The NATO Secretary General emphasized the lack of consensus on Ukraine's membership now.

War in Ukraine • March 26, 06:03 PM • 6592 views
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When will the war in Ukraine end - experts' opinions

Experts assessed the chances of a quick end to the war and the Kremlin's plans to recruit 400,000 troops. Real peace depends on Russia's decision on mobilization.

War in Ukraine • March 26, 03:16 PM • 91666 views
Ukraine and the US have different assessments of Russia's intentions regarding ending the war - Zelenskyy

Ukraine insists on increasing pressure on Russia to end the war. The US believes Putin is ready for peace and calls additional pressure inappropriate.

War in Ukraine • March 26, 12:44 PM • 5611 views
Britain to begin forceful interception of Russian shadow fleet vessels

British forces will inspect Russian tankers in their waters to block Putin's revenues. This will force the aggressor to choose more expensive routes bypassing the English Channel.

Economy • March 26, 04:31 AM • 5154 views
US ready to finalize security guarantees if Ukraine withdraws from Donetsk region - Zelenskyy

Zelenskyy stated that the US demands the withdrawal of troops from Donbas for guarantees. Retreat would jeopardize the security of Ukraine and all of Europe.

War in Ukraine • March 25, 07:46 PM • 12304 views
Russia continues to contact the US regarding a possible settlement of the war in Ukraine - Peskov

Peskov announced the continuation of negotiations with Washington for a conflict settlement. Moscow expects its own interests to be taken into account in a future agreement.

War in Ukraine • March 25, 01:27 PM • 4018 views
Putin's Russia is the main driving force behind migration crises in Europe - CPD

The Kremlin organizes flows of illegal immigrants through Belarus to destabilize the EU and introduce agents. The goal is to distract the West from helping Ukraine.

News of the World • March 25, 07:48 AM • 5706 views
Putin and Zelenskyy will sit down at the negotiating table and make a deal - Trump

Donald Trump announced that the leaders of Ukraine and Russia are close to negotiations. The politician considers this conflict the easiest to resolve in his experience.

Politics • March 24, 08:09 PM • 10602 views
Russia again wants to resort to blackmail with "little green men", Estonia is in the crosshairs - intelligence

The Kremlin is changing laws for the use of the army abroad and activating separatist channels in Estonia.

Politics • March 24, 02:36 PM • 5512 views
Trump considers inviting Lukashenka to a meeting in the US - FT

The US is considering a visit by Lukashenka to the White House or Mar-a-Lago. The parties are discussing the release of political prisoners in exchange for further sanctions relief.

News of the World • March 23, 12:10 PM • 4390 views
There are signs that exchanges may continue - Zelenskyy on two-day talks between Ukraine and the US

The President heard a report on the meetings in America and announced possible exchanges. Security guarantees must ensure a lasting peace without rewarding the aggressor.

Politics • March 22, 07:05 PM • 8261 views
Putin's special representative spotted at liturgy in memory of Georgian Patriarch in TbilisiVideo

Mikhail Shvydkoy and Russian clergy arrived in Georgia for the farewell to Patriarch Ilia.

News of the World • March 22, 03:12 PM • 7052 views
NATO delegation arrives in Ukraine for the first time since the start of Russia's full-scale invasionPhoto

Admiral Piero Vandier discussed the participation of Ukrainian military personnel in NATO exercises as a Red Team. The parties are finalizing the deployment of JATEC control systems.

War in Ukraine • March 22, 10:04 AM • 61435 views
"Pro-Ukrainian propaganda": Hungary responds to article about assassination plot against Orban

The Hungarian government denies WP's claims about Russian special services staging an assassination attempt on Orban. Szijjártó called the information a conspiracy theory and accused Zelenskyy of threatening the prime minister.

Politics • March 22, 04:01 AM • 16689 views
Szijjártó regularly reported to Lavrov during EU meetings - WP

The Hungarian Foreign Minister conveyed details of secret EU discussions to the Kremlin. Russian hackers also had full access to the Hungarian ministry's networks.

Politics • March 21, 06:41 PM • 12057 views
Trump said he trusts Putin more than allies and criticized Zelenskyy

Donald Trump stated that negotiations with Zelenskyy are more difficult than with Putin. He called NATO a paper tiger and expressed more trust in the Russian leader.

News of the World • March 21, 01:02 PM • 10123 views
Kremlin prepares large-scale repressions after the end of the war in Ukraine - Reuters

Russian authorities daily disconnect mobile internet in large cities to prepare for protests. The government is implementing the experience of China and Iran for complete control.

Politics • March 21, 12:55 AM • 76929 views
Putin's former translator appointed OSCE observer for Hungarian elections - human rights activists called for a change in the delegation's composition

Human rights activists demand the removal of Russian Daria Boyarskaya from the OSCE mission due to risks. The organization refused to dismiss the advisor despite her past in the Russian Foreign Ministry.

Politics • March 20, 08:56 PM • 10329 views