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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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Ukraine supporters rally near military base where Trump-Putin summit is taking place

A rally in support of Ukraine is taking place in Alaska during the Trump-Putin summit. Protesters are holding blue and yellow flags and expressing support for Ukraine.

Politics • August 15, 08:24 PM • 10354 views
Trump's meeting with Putin: White House released official photoPhoto

The White House released a photograph of the meeting between Donald Trump and Vladimir Putin in Alaska. The presidents arrived simultaneously, shook hands, and drove together in the same car.

Politics • August 15, 08:24 PM • 9147 views
Russia could lose up to 2 million troops trying to occupy four regions of Ukraine - British Ministry of Defense

The UK Ministry of Defense predicts that it will take Russia more than 4. 4 years to fully capture four Ukrainian regions. During this time, Russia could lose up to 2 million troops.

Society • August 15, 08:15 PM • 4500 views
Britain to deploy troops to Ukraine within a week of ceasefire - The Telegraph

Great Britain plans to send hundreds of military instructors and engineers to Ukraine within the first week after a truce. This will help restore the Armed Forces of Ukraine and patrol the sky to prevent ceasefire violations.

Politics • August 15, 08:15 PM • 216372 views
US allies will be "alarmed" by the visuals of Trump-Putin meeting - journalist

US and Russian presidents, Donald Trump and Vladimir Putin, began talks in Alaska. During their handshake, B-2 bombers and F-22 fighters flew overhead.

Politics • August 15, 08:12 PM • 2249 views
Alaska Talks: US Considers Sanctions Against Russian Oil Giants to End War

The United States is considering imposing sanctions against Rosneft and Lukoil to force Russia to end the war in Ukraine. These measures are aimed at cutting the Kremlin's energy revenues if negotiations fail.

Economy • August 15, 08:08 PM • 179728 views
Trump's pause on aid to Ukraine weakened its position before Alaska talks – Bloomberg

A report by the US European Command found that the eight-day halt in military aid to Ukraine by the Trump administration had a tangible impact on the combat readiness of the United States. It also negatively affected Ukraine's negotiating position.

Politics • August 15, 07:46 PM • 7958 views
Trump and Putin's meeting: Russian dictator ignored question about ending genocide in UkraineVideo

Vladimir Putin ignored American journalists' question about stopping the killing of Ukrainian civilians during his meeting with Donald Trump. The Russian dictator pretended not to hear the question, smiling and gesticulating.

Politics • August 15, 07:37 PM • 4835 views
Trump and Putin began talks in AlaskaVideo

Talks between Presidents Putin and Trump have started in Alaska. The meeting is taking place in a "three-on-three" format.

Politics • August 15, 07:32 PM • 3388 views
Putin got into Trump's presidential Cadillac in AlaskaVideo

Vladimir Putin and Donald Trump began a meeting at Elmendorf-Richardson military base in Alaska. The dictator got into the US president's limousine for a one-on-one conversation.

Politics • August 15, 07:22 PM • 2296 views
Russians intensify pressure amid Alaska talks - Syrskyi

Commander-in-Chief of the Armed Forces of Ukraine Oleksandr Syrskyi reported increased pressure on Russian occupiers in the Pokrovsk and Dobropillia directions. The Staff meeting discussed strengthening defense and financing Ukraine's security sector.

War in Ukraine • August 15, 07:14 PM • 3366 views
Trump and Putin met in AlaskaPhoto

US President Donald Trump and Vladimir Putin met at Joint Base Elmendorf-Richardson in Alaska. A stage with the inscription "ALASKA 2025" and a red carpet in the shape of the letter G were prepared for the leaders.

Politics • August 15, 07:11 PM • 156577 views
Alaska Talks: Peskov revealed who will represent Russia, besides Putin

The dictator's spokesman announced the expansion of the Russian delegation at talks with the US. Lavrov and Ushakov will join Putin, while the US will be represented by Trump, Rubio, and Witkoff.

Politics • August 15, 07:07 PM • 2414 views
Putin arrived in Anchorage for a summit with Trump

Russian dictator Vladimir Putin arrived in Anchorage. A summit with US President Donald Trump will be held there.

Politics • August 15, 06:56 PM • 2744 views
Trump aboard Air Force One awaits Putin's arrival in Alaska - White HouseVideo

White House Press Secretary Karoline Leavitt announced that Trump is holding a meeting with senators and the governor of Alaska. They are awaiting Putin's arrival aboard Air Force One.

Politics • August 15, 06:55 PM • 2643 views
Praying for peace in the coming days: Vance on Trump-Putin summit in AlaskaVideo

US Vice President J. D. Vance thanked Donald Trump for his leadership ahead of his meeting with Vladimir Putin in Alaska, praying for peace. One of the aircraft from the "Russia" flight detachment has already arrived in Alaska for the summit.

Politics • August 15, 06:42 PM • 2421 views
It will be "hard to stomach": European diplomat reacted to Putin's red carpet in Alaska

A European diplomat called Putin's red carpet arrival in Alaska "hard to stomach" due to Russia's ongoing invasion of Ukraine.

Politics • August 15, 06:39 PM • 119977 views
Alaska Summit: Trump-Putin "tete-a-tete" meeting format to be changed - report

The US Secretary of State and a special envoy will join the meeting between Trump and Putin. This will replace the "face-to-face" format, negotiations will begin at 11:00 local time in Anchorage.

Politics • August 15, 06:30 PM • 3192 views
Trump arrived in Alaska before meeting with Putin

Donald Trump landed at Joint Base Elmendorf-Richardson in Alaska. The US President arrived earlier than Vladimir Putin.

Politics • August 15, 06:26 PM • 6065 views
Red carpet with fighter jets on the sides awaits the arrival of Putin and Trump in AlaskaVideo

At Elmendorf Air Force Base in Alaska, the stage is set for the arrival of Donald Trump and Vladimir Putin. A red carpet leads to the "ALASKA 2025" platform, flanked by F-22 Raptor fighter jets.

Politics • August 15, 06:23 PM • 5283 views
Alaska Summit: Russian plane reported to have arrived (updated)Video

One of the aircraft from the 'Russia' flight detachment has arrived in Alaska, where the summit between Kremlin head Vladimir Putin and US President Donald Trump is scheduled to take place.

News of the World • August 15, 05:59 PM • 3112 views
If peace for Ukraine is agreed upon without territorial concessions to Russia: Hillary Clinton stated that she is ready to nominate Trump for the Nobel Peace Prize

Hillary Clinton stated that she would consider nominating Donald Trump for the Nobel Peace Prize. This would happen if he concludes a peace deal with Russia that is beneficial for Ukraine, without capitulating to Putin.

Politics • August 15, 05:50 PM • 3840 views
Trump: If the meeting with Putin goes badly, I'll quickly return home

US President Donald Trump said that the meeting with Russian dictator Vladimir Putin in Alaska will go well. He noted that he would quickly return home if it didn't.

Politics • August 15, 05:25 PM • 7733 views
Trump's special representative for Ukraine will not be at the meeting with Putin: Media explained why

Trump's special representative for Ukraine, Keith Kellogg, is absent from the delegation at the meeting with Putin in Alaska. His presence could be "counterproductive" due to his perception as a sympathizer of Ukraine.

Politics • August 15, 05:14 PM • 5047 views
Chances of a ceasefire this year are estimated at 40% - bookmakers' forecastsPhoto

Bookmakers predict a 40% chance of a ceasefire between Ukraine and Russia this year. Details of the Trump-Putin meeting, including the duration of the handshake, are also being assessed.

Society • August 15, 05:03 PM • 7507 views
Trump "will be unhappy" if a truce is not reached today

US President Donald Trump insists on reaching a truce at a meeting with Putin in Alaska. The talks will take place on August 15 in Anchorage, discussing issues of "Ukrainian settlement."

Politics • August 15, 04:49 PM • 110945 views
US Defense Minister Hagset departed for Alaska

Pentagon chief Pete Hagset flew to Alaska, where talks between US President Donald Trump and Russian dictator Vladimir Putin are scheduled. Trump has already arrived in Anchorage with his delegation.

Politics • August 15, 04:32 PM • 5789 views
On the day of negotiations, they also kill, and that says a lot: Zelenskyy reacted to Russian attacks on Ukraine on the day of the summit in Alaska

President Zelenskyy stated that Russian strikes on Ukrainian cities continue even on the day of negotiations, which indicates a lack of intention to end the war. He emphasized the importance of a strong US position for an honest end to the war.

Politics • August 15, 03:51 PM • 5663 views
Putin's plane took off from Magadan and will land in Anchorage in a few hoursPhoto

Russian dictator Vladimir Putin's Tu-124PU plane took off from Magadan for Alaska. He will hold talks with US President Donald Trump.

Politics • August 15, 03:36 PM • 104154 views
Putin and Trump's negotiations in Alaska could last at least 6-7 hours - Peskov

The negotiations between Putin and Trump in Alaska, initiated by the Russian dictator, will last at least 6-7 hours. The Russian side expects the meeting to be productive, but no documents are planned to be signed.

Politics • August 15, 03:22 PM • 6301 views