Vladimir Putin
Watch this space for the latest updates on Russian President Vladimir Putin. The former intelligence officer has been president of Russia from 1999 until 2008 and then again in 2012. Putin served as prime minister in the intermittent years between his tenure as president, from 2008 to 2012. Born October 7, 1952 in Saint Petersburg, Russia, Putin studied law before joining the KGB. In 2022, Russian ordered an invasion of Ukraine that immediately started war between the two countries. The invasion was met with international criticism of Putin, resulting in sanctions and other diplomatic responses, further isolating Russia from the United States, the United Kingdom, the European Union and other countries.
Russia disastrous Winter War on Finland could give clues on Ukraine endgame
Ukraine must not accept a "Finlandization" deal struck following a previous invasion by Moscow 85 years ago, experts tell Newsweek.
Russia includes West in "retaliation" warning after Ukraine's ATACMS attack
The Kremlin responded to an attempted missile strike on the border territory of Belgorod, which Russia blamed as much on the U.S. for authorizing ATACMS use.
Russian ruble nosedives as economy gives Putin major headache
The Russian currency continues to face turbulence amid sanctions imposed due to Vladimir Putin's invasion.
Donald Trump's Iron Dome? Proposal to counter nuclear attack takes shape
The President-elect pledged to "build an Iron Dome" over the U.S. to make sure "nothing can come and harm our people." A new report shows how it might look.
Zelensky says Trump's "unpredictability" could end war with Russia
During his campaign, Trump claimed he could end the nearly three-year-long conflict in Ukraine within a single day.
Russia's Coming Economic Crisis May Help Trump End Ukraine's War | Opinion
The incoming Trump administration doubtless wants a strong hand to begin negotiating with Russia on peace with Ukraine.
Zelensky to boost post-Assad Syria relations amid Russia pullback
Ukraine is aiming to build up its security and trade relations in the Middle East and says Syria could be a "reliable partner."
Ukraine halts Russia's gas pipe to Europe: How will Putin respond?
Ukraine hailed the end of the gas transit deal amid Russia's invasion. But Russia said European living standards will suffer.
China and Russia forge major tech collaboration to challenge US
Under Vladimir Putin's orders, Russia and China will work together on AI development, and this could further power Moscow's war.
Zelensky says Ukraine war will end once Trump takes power
Despite previous clashes regarding a peace plan, Volodymyr Zelensky has said that he believes the president-elect can achieve peace.
Kim's closeness with Putin tests North Korea's alliance with China
Beijing has yet to announce the closing ceremony for its "Year of Friendship" with Pyongyang, a possible signal of disapproval.
Putin ally predicts "year of great victory" for Russia
Deputy chairman of Russia's Security Council, Dmitry Medvedev, issued a defiant New Year's message.
Russia withdraws from border checkpoint after 30 years
Russian forces have left one of Armenia's border checkpoints after 30 years, signaling a shift in relations between the countries.
Russia faces exodus as millions could be poised to leave country
Illegal migrants make up an estimated seven percent of the population in Russia and form a key part of the nation's economy.
Will Ukraine war end in 2025?
Vladimir Putin's full-scale invasion enters its fourth year on February 24, amid speculation over whether a deal can end the fighting.
Ukraine video shows Russian military headquarters destroyed in Zaporizhzhia
Kyiv posted a video of an explosion at the site in Ukraine's southern region and said it killed at least six Russian personnel.
NATO ally responds to Russian invasion plan rumors
NATO sources told the Finnish newspaper Iltalehti that Russia will try to create a 'buffer zone' stretching from the Arctic to the Mediterranean Sea.
Putin's presidential plane visit to US sparks questions
The Rossiya Special Flight Squadron and its fleet of aircraft are responsible for transporting high-ranking Kremlin officials and the president.
Putin's apology for plane crash rejected as "reckless" actions condemned
The Kremlin leader "apologized for the fact that the incident happened in Russian airspace" during a call with Azerbaijan's president.
Will there be a Russia-Ukraine peace deal in 2025
February 2025 will see the third anniversary of Russia's full-scale invasion of Ukraine. Is Donald Trump about to end it?
Putin ally calls for Alaska's return to Russia
Vladimir Solovyov called for the U.S. state's return to Russia after Russian military aircrafts recently entered international airspace close to Alaska.
Putin apologizes after Azerbaijan Airlines plane crash
The Kremlin has said that the Russian president "apologized for the tragic incident" and expressed his "deep and sincere condolences" to the victims' families.
Russia considering new nuclear tests, Moscow warns
Deputy Foreign Minister of the Russian Federation Sergei Ryabkov said American policy is "extremely hostile" toward Russia.
Putin dashes allies' hopes over Russian gas exports to Europe
Vladimir Putin has said that he will not sign a new gas transit deal with Ukraine by the end of the year, dashing his allies, Slovakia and Hungary's, hopes.
Russian elite marine brigade's deputy commander killed in HIMARS strike
The strike also reportedly killed several other soldiers, who were stationed at the 810th Marine Brigade command post in Kursk.
Russians offered one million rubles per child amid sinking birth rate
The Nizhny Novgorod Oblast will pay one million rubles (about $10,000) per child.
Putin ally reiterates nuclear warning: "Any means necessary"
Russian Foreign Minister Sergey Lavrov warned against other countries "testing our resolve."
Russia launches "massive" attack on Ukrainian city on Christmas Day
Kharkiv is under massive rocket fire" with "ballistic missiles heading towards the city" mayor Igor Terekhov warned.
Russia, Iran to sign strategic pact on eve of Donald Trump's inauguration
The treaty will "formalize the parties' commitment to close defense cooperation," Russia's foreign minister said in late October.
Russian TV's hypersonic missile threat to US: "Nothing will protect them"
A Russian TV host boasted about a hypersonic ballistic missile's power and how the US and Europe can't protect themselves from it.
