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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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Artist Semen Skrepetskyi, who criticized Putin, was killed in Poland

In the Polish city of Biała Podlaska, 44-year-old artist Semen Skrepetskyi was shot dead. A suspect, a citizen of Belarus, was detained near the consulate.

Crimes and emergencies • June 15, 08:14 PM • 6790 views
Zelenskyy stated he discussed a trilateral meeting in the US with Trump involving Putin

Zelenskyy discussed a meeting with Putin in the US with Trump to end the war. In case of Russia's refusal, the President called for increased pressure.

War in Ukraine • June 15, 07:02 PM • 51856 views
The US is focused on the war in Ukraine – Trump

Donald Trump discussed peace with Zelenskyy and Putin during their conversations. Now, the US will focus its efforts on the final termination of the war in Ukraine.

Politics • June 15, 04:41 PM • 33929 views
Ukraine has strengthened its positions, while the Russian war economy is weakening - Ursula von der Leyen

Ukraine has strengthened its positions on the front line, while the Russian economy is weakening due to sanctions. The EU is providing 90 billion euros and opening negotiations on Ukraine's membership.

Politics • June 15, 02:18 PM • 4419 views
Zelenskyy proposed a meeting to Putin at the G7 summit

Zelenskyy proposed a meeting to Putin at the G7 with the participation of US and EU leaders. Russia ignored the proposal and showed no readiness for peace.

War in Ukraine • June 15, 12:50 PM • 3907 views
Putin cynically congratulated Trump and then struck Ukraine – Zelenskyy

Zelenskyy spoke of Putin's cynicism following the shelling of Ukraine after his congratulations to Trump. The attack on Kyiv caused a fire at the Kyiv-Pechersk Lavra.

War in Ukraine • June 15, 08:45 AM • 5722 views
EU and G7 react to Russian strike on the Lavra – first statements

Ursula von der Leyen and Emmanuel Macron condemned the Russian attack on the Kyiv-Pechersk Lavra. The G7 summit will discuss increasing pressure on Russia for the sake of peace.

Politics • June 15, 07:57 AM • 52069 views
Ukraine demands international response to Russian strike on Kyiv-Pechersk Lavra - Sybiha

The Ministry of Foreign Affairs is initiating procedures in UNESCO due to the damage to the Kyiv-Pechersk Lavra caused by a Russian strike. Andrii Sybiha demands an immediate international response to the crime.

War in Ukraine • June 15, 06:28 AM • 3941 views
To make arrests of Russian tankers longer and allow for oil confiscation – Zelenskyy announced talks with European partners

Britain intercepted a Russian shadow fleet tanker in the English Channel. Zelenskyy urged partners to change laws for prolonged arrest and confiscation of oil.

Economy • June 14, 05:47 PM • 5437 views
Putin also held a conversation with Trump – congratulated him on his anniversary and complained about AFU strikes

Putin congratulated Trump on his 80th birthday and complained about AFU strikes. Trump, as the Kremlin claims, allegedly expressed readiness to influence Kyiv and Europe for the sake of peace.

Politics • June 14, 04:13 PM • 6550 views
Ukraine and Iran have driven Putin and Trump into a "deadlock" on the battlefield - media

Ukraine and Iran have brought the military plans of the Russian Federation and the US to a stalemate. Now Putin and Trump are trying to achieve the surrender of their opponents through negotiations.

Politics • June 14, 02:36 PM • 14736 views
Sybiha thanked Britain for intercepting a Russian "shadow fleet" vessel

The British Armed Forces intercepted a Russian vessel in the English Channel that was transporting oil in violation of sanctions. Andrii Sybiha expressed gratitude for the strike against the aggressor's revenues.

Politics • June 14, 10:48 AM • 5626 views
Russia spends 65 billion rubles a day on the war, and military expenditures have reached record levels - media

In the first quarter of 2024, Russia's military spending reached 5. 9 trillion rubles. This accounts for 46% of all expenditures, or 65 billion rubles per day.

War in Ukraine • June 14, 09:53 AM • 13829 views
Zelenskyy showed reports that end up on Putin's deskPhoto

The reports indicate a rise in protest sentiment in the Russian Federation and a decline in the ratings of the ruling party. Zelenskyy suggested the possibility of negotiations with another leader of Russia.

Politics • June 14, 09:36 AM • 20063 views
Britain intercepts Russian "shadow fleet" tanker in the English Channel

The British military intercepted a Russian shadow fleet tanker in the English Channel. The operation dealt another blow to the Russian Federation's resources for the war against Ukraine.

Politics • June 14, 06:43 AM • 6564 views
Russia demands Putin immediately end the war to avoid collapse - The Telegraph

Russian politicians are demanding that Putin end the war due to the threat of social collapse. The dictator's approval rating has fallen to a record 29.5 percent.

Politics • June 13, 11:10 PM • 26345 views
"Security challenges from Russia are not for a year or five": Zelenskyy points to new Russian bases and Ukraine's critical role for Europe

Zelenskyy announced the construction of new Russian bases near Europe. He emphasized the importance of Ukraine's experience in the context of defending against Moscow's prolonged aggression.

Politics • June 13, 06:46 PM • 9811 views
Putin acknowledged Russian army failures and AFU successes on Russia Day - ISW

The dictator noted the slow progress of Russian troops and the effectiveness of Ukrainian strikes. Putin appears to have begun acknowledging some of the setbacks facing the Russian military.

War in Ukraine • June 13, 04:31 AM • 23344 views
Putin increased the size of the Russian army to 1.5 million military personnelPhoto

Russian dictator Vladimir Putin signed a decree to increase the number of military personnel by 7,360 people. The total staff size of the Russian army now stands at nearly 2.4 million people.

War in Ukraine • June 13, 02:09 AM • 17921 views
Putin stated that over 700,000 people are fighting against Ukraine on Russia's side

Putin stated there are over 700,000 Russian military personnel in the war against Ukraine. He also announced a meeting with the leadership of the Ministry of Defense and the General Staff.

War in Ukraine • June 12, 02:24 PM • 3575 views
"The Ghost of Versailles": The War in Ukraine Has Officially Lasted Longer Than World War I - The Economist

Combat operations in Ukraine have continued for over 1,569 days, surpassing the duration of the First World War. The Economist analyzes the current state of affairs and provides forecasts for the future of Putin's war.

War in Ukraine • June 12, 01:27 AM • 4873 views
Putin may be preparing a winter strike on Ukraine amid the economic crisis in the RF - experts

Experts predict massive attacks on Ukraine's infrastructure this winter to extract concessions. The Russian budget deficit has doubled to 81 billion dollars.

War in Ukraine • June 11, 04:36 PM • 10464 views
In the near future, we will isolate Crimea — "Madyar"

Traffic on the "Novorossiysk" highway has decreased by two-thirds due to drone strikes. Robert Brovdi predicts the complete isolation of Crimea in the near future.

War in Ukraine • June 11, 04:27 PM • 4970 views
Russia levels accusations against Britain, France, and Germany for "prolonging" the war

Deputy Foreign Minister of the Russian Federation Galuzin met with the ambassadors of Britain, France, and Germany, accusing these countries of "prolonging the war" in Ukraine.

War in Ukraine • June 11, 12:26 PM • 4581 views
Verkhovna Rada Demands Apology from Poroshenko for Discrediting the Fire Point Missile Program

People's Deputy Bohutska claimed that Petro Poroshenko discredited the Flamingo missile. This weapon has already successfully struck a number of strategic factories on the territory of the Russian Federation.

Politics • June 11, 11:59 AM • 3963 views
Europeans seek Trump's support at G7 summit for peace talks with Russia - Bloomberg

E3 leaders propose a ceasefire and security guarantees for Ukraine. At the G7 summit, they will ask Trump to support a new negotiations initiative.

Politics • June 11, 10:00 AM • 25778 views
The Kremlin has turned cinema into a weapon against Ukraine — the CCD has identified the main tools of Russian film propaganda

The CCD has exposed Russia's use of cinema to justify aggression and legitimize the occupation. Propaganda is funded through the IRI and the RT Documentary network.

War in Ukraine • June 11, 09:46 AM • 5489 views
Meloni stated that the EU must find an envoy for negotiations with Russia

Italian Prime Minister Giorgia Meloni called on the EU to appoint a representative for negotiations with the Russian Federation.

Politics • June 11, 08:47 AM • 4795 views
Ukrainian Embassy asks Luxembourg to cancel concert of Russian singer Netrebko over support for the Russian Federation

Ukraine demands the cancellation of Anna Netrebko's concert in Luxembourg due to her ties to the Kremlin. Diplomats urged the authorities to reconsider the decision regarding the singer's performance.

War in Ukraine • June 10, 08:23 PM • 11766 views
Putin is a result of the Russian worldview, it must be changed - CCD

Andriy Kovalenko declared the collapse of the Russian Federation due to imperial thinking. To preserve the state, Russians must change their worldview, following the example of post-war Germany.

Society • June 10, 05:58 PM • 6362 views