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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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The Kremlin claims Putin did not reject the US peace plan

Peskov stated that the wording about Putin's rejection of the US peace plan is incorrect, as a direct exchange of views took place for the first time. The Kremlin will adhere to the principle of silence for the productivity of negotiations.

Politics • December 3, 09:48 AM • 3490 views
"For peace": Hegseth said he would host a dinner with Trump, Zelenskyy and Putin, with "Russian dressing" on the menu

Pentagon chief Pete Hegseth named Donald Trump, Vladimir Putin, and Volodymyr Zelenskyy as his dream dinner guests. He also shared his thoughts on a possible menu.

Politics • December 3, 09:06 AM • 71248 views
NATO seeks a seat at the peace talks table on Russia's war against Ukraine - Politico

NATO countries are demanding a say on the alliance's role in a future peace agreement with Ukraine, having previously been excluded from negotiations. NATO foreign ministers will meet in Brussels to discuss the outlines of a peace plan.

Politics • December 3, 07:55 AM • 4063 views
Zelenskyy was supposed to meet with Witkoff and Kushner in Brussels, but it was canceled - journalist

The planned meeting between Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy and Steve Witkoff and Jared Kushner in Brussels has been canceled. This happened after their negotiations with Vladimir Putin in Moscow.

Politics • December 3, 06:33 AM • 29911 views
Trump-Putin meeting not planned due to lack of progress in negotiations

Russian presidential aide Yuri Ushakov stated that a meeting between Donald Trump and Vladimir Putin is not currently being considered due to a lack of progress in negotiations. Putin conveyed a "friendly greeting" and a series of "political signals" to Trump, the content of which was not specified.

Politics • December 2, 11:38 PM • 39891 views
"There is no compromise version of the plan for Ukraine yet": Putin's aide on the results of the Kremlin talksVideo

At a meeting in the Kremlin on Tuesday, December 2, several options for a plan to resolve the war in Ukraine were discussed. Some of the US proposals are acceptable to Russia, others are not, and there is no compromise yet.

Politics • December 2, 10:18 PM • 33145 views
Putin's meeting with Witkoff and Kushner ended: it lasted almost 5 hoursPhotoVideo

The head of the Kremlin, Vladimir Putin, held an almost five-hour meeting with Steve Witkoff and Jared Kushner. Russian media called it "productive."

Politics • December 2, 09:55 PM • 9849 views
Russia will not make concessions on 3 points of Trump's "peace plan" – NBC News

Russia will not compromise on territories, limiting the size of the Ukrainian Armed Forces, and the recognition of occupied territory by the US and Europe, a Russian official states. Moscow is ready to be flexible on secondary issues, such as frozen assets.

Politics • December 2, 08:04 PM • 11003 views
NATO responded to Putin's threats about readiness to fight Europe – diplomat called Kremlin's statements unrealistic – BBC

A high-ranking NATO diplomat stated that the Russian army is incapable of attacking EU countries. This was a response to Vladimir Putin's threats about Russia's readiness for war with Europe.

Politics • December 2, 07:13 PM • 10732 views
Threats primarily aimed at Odesa: the Ministry of Foreign Affairs reacted to Putin's words about an attack on Ukrainian ports

The head of the Ministry of Foreign Affairs of Ukraine, Andriy Sybiha, stated that Russian dictator Vladimir Putin has been making statements for two days in a row that indicate his unwillingness to end the war, threatening seaports and freedom of navigation, especially Odesa. Sybiha emphasized that Russia must stop the bloodshed, otherwise it will have consequences.

Politics • December 2, 06:12 PM • 6659 views
Trump said the US is no longer funding the conflict in Ukraine and is looking for a path to peaceVideo

Donald Trump announced that the US is no longer funding the conflict in Ukraine, and that this support is being provided by NATO countries. American representatives are actively working in Russia to resolve the war.

Politics • December 2, 05:44 PM • 18837 views
A meeting between the American delegation and Vladimir Putin regarding a peace plan has begun in the Kremlin.Video

Media reported that Vladimir Putin began a meeting with Steve Witkoff and Jared Kushner. The US peace plan for the war in Ukraine is on the agenda.

Politics • December 2, 04:56 PM • 4304 views
Ready right now: Putin started threatening Europe with war

Vladimir Putin stated Russia's readiness for war with Europe, emphasizing that if it starts, there will quickly be no one left to negotiate with. He noted that actions against Ukraine are a "surgical method," unlike a potential conflict with Europe.

News of the World • December 2, 04:38 PM • 10143 views
Putin threatened that Russia would expand attacks on Ukrainian ports

Russian dictator Vladimir Putin stated that in response to attacks on tankers, Russia would expand strikes on Ukrainian ports and vessels entering these ports.

War in Ukraine • December 2, 03:41 PM • 10113 views
Europe puts forward proposals unacceptable to Russia: Putin on a peace plan for Ukraine

Russian dictator Vladimir Putin stated that European proposals for a peace plan are unacceptable to Russia. He also added that Russia has no intention of fighting European countries, but is ready for war if Europe starts it.

War in Ukraine • December 2, 03:21 PM • 5108 views
Trump's envoy and the US President's son-in-law will meet with Zelensky after talks with Putin - Axios

US President Donald Trump's special representative Stephen Witkoff and son-in-law Jared Kushner will travel to Kyiv for talks with Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky after meeting with Vladimir Putin in Moscow. The Ukrainian leader expects communication from the American side regarding the outcomes of these meetings.

Politics • December 2, 02:49 PM • 4523 views
Zelenskyy expects communication from the American side following the results of meetings in Moscow

President of Ukraine Volodymyr Zelenskyy is awaiting signals from the American side after the meeting of Trump's special representative Steve Witkoff and US President's son-in-law Jared Kushner in Russia. Ukraine's future steps will depend on these signals, which may lead to a quick meeting with the American delegation.

Politics • December 2, 02:48 PM • 2509 views
Zelenskyy on the "peace plan": there are currently 20 points that were worked out in Geneva and refined in Florida

Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy announced 20 points of the "peace plan" that were worked out in Geneva and refined in Florida.

Politics • December 2, 02:32 PM • 3433 views
Trump's envoy and US President's son-in-law arrived at the Kremlin for talks with Putin

US President Donald Trump's special representative Steve Witkoff and US President's son-in-law Jared Kushner arrived at the Kremlin for a meeting with Kremlin head Vladimir Putin. The talks will discuss a peaceful settlement in Ukraine, Trump's special envoy will present a new version of the plan to the Russian side.

Politics • December 2, 02:25 PM • 3297 views
The administration of the Polish president does not trust Witkoff as a negotiator in matters of ending the war in Ukraine

In Poland, politicians express distrust of Steve Witkoff, US President Donald Trump's special envoy, regarding his competence in negotiations with Russia. Minister Przydacz believes that Witkoff, being a real estate businessman, does not realize the specifics of the Kremlin's harsh methods.

Politics • December 2, 02:12 PM • 2968 views
Witkoff and Kushner were taken to a Michelin-starred restaurant for lunch before meeting with Putin.

Before negotiations with Putin, US President's special representative Steve Witkoff and Donald Trump's son-in-law Jared Kushner had lunch at a Michelin-starred restaurant in Moscow. The lunch took place in the company of Russian dictator's representative Kirill Dmitriev.

War in Ukraine • December 2, 02:02 PM • 5604 views
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Manipulation under the guise of "defense": what is behind Putin's statements about a "security zone" on the border

Russian dictator Vladimir Putin announced the need to create a security zone along the border with Ukraine. Military analyst Ivan Stupak did not rule out that this is an informational maneuver.

War in Ukraine • December 2, 11:33 AM • 51759 views
Germany suggests Ukraine may need to hold a referendum to end the war

German Foreign Minister Johann Wadephul stated that Ukraine might have to make "painful concessions" to end Russian aggression, suggesting a referendum could be held. He noted that diplomacy must produce compromises that the parties to the conflict can support.

War in Ukraine • December 2, 11:17 AM • 5669 views
Witkoff's plane landed in Moscow: the Kremlin announced a meeting with Putin in the evening

US President Donald Trump's special representative, Steven Witkoff, arrived in Moscow for peace talks regarding Russia's war against Ukraine. His and Jared Kushner's meeting with Vladimir Putin is scheduled for the evening.

Politics • December 2, 11:00 AM • 3375 views
Russia again spoke about its readiness for negotiations with Ukraine: the Kremlin announced the conditions

The spokesman for the Russian dictator Peskov stated that the Kremlin is "ready" for negotiations only after achieving the goals of the so-called "SVO. "

War in Ukraine • December 2, 09:22 AM • 4406 views
Trump sent an atypical team of negotiators to Russia for a "peace deal" on Ukraine - CNN

Donald Trump has tasked trusted individuals without diplomatic training, Steve Witkoff and Jared Kushner, with negotiating a peace deal between Ukraine and Russia. They are scheduled to meet with Vladimir Putin in Moscow, despite criticism over their ties to Russian officials.

Politics • December 2, 07:31 AM • 24617 views
Trump's envoy and son-in-law to meet with Putin in Moscow to discuss ending the war in Ukraine

US President Donald Trump's special envoy, Steve Witkoff, and his son-in-law, Jared Kushner, will hold talks with Vladimir Putin on Tuesday regarding a possible path to ending Russia's war against Ukraine. The meeting will take place in the afternoon, following the earlier establishment of an "updated and improved peace framework agreement" by the US and Ukraine.

Politics • December 2, 07:19 AM • 4436 views
ISW: Kremlin sets conditions to conceal Russia's rejection of US and Ukraine peace proposal

The Institute for the Study of War believes that the Kremlin is setting conditions to refrain from publicly discussing the results of the US-Russian meeting on December 2. This is likely due to a desire to conceal Russia's rejection of the US and Ukraine peace proposal.

War in Ukraine • December 2, 04:03 AM • 48795 views
Tuesday will be a crucial test for the Trump administration on ending the war in Ukraine - ABC News

US President's special envoy Steve Witkoff went to Russia to present Putin with an agreed-upon draft of a "peace plan" after a meeting in Florida. The Russian leader had previously stated his unwillingness to compromise and demanded the withdrawal of Ukrainian troops from the occupied territories.

War in Ukraine • December 1, 11:05 PM • 27702 views
Putin announced plans to create a "security zone" along the border with UkraineVideo

Vladimir Putin announced his intention to create a security zone along the border with Ukraine. He also reported on the alleged successes of Russian troops at the front and control over several settlements.

War in Ukraine • December 1, 09:59 PM • 6676 views