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 from 2012 until the present day. 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.
Pentagon Brands Russia 'Existential' Threat after Biden Warns of Challenges
The head of U.S. European Command said America must win its contest with Russia and China to prevent "a global power war."
Russia Responsible for Thousands of Threats Sent to U.S. Judge James Robart
In 2017, Robart temporarily suspended Trump's travel plan which aimed to ban citizens from Iran, Iraq, Libya, Somalia, Sudan, Syria and Yemen.
Alexei Navalny Overtakes Putin As Russia's Most Mentioned Politician
The opposition politician has been jailed following protests across Russia, but his profile has exploded on social media.
Putin 'Weaker by the Day' Says Navalny Ally as Campaign Steps up Fight
Executive director of Navalny's anti-corruption foundation, Vladimir Ashurkov, told Newsweek that "support for Putin is ebbing."
Vladimir Putin's Crackdown on Russia Protests Is Working, Poll Suggests
The Levada Center survey found more Russians expected protests but that fewer wanted to attend them.
Russia Has 'No High Expectations' for U.S. Ties After Early Tensions
The new president is widely expected to take a tougher line than his predecessor, who was accused of failing to stand up to Moscow.
Few Russians' Views Changed by Navalny's Putin Palace Video
Nearly a quarter of poll respondents said that even if the corruption allegations against Putin are true, the president has still improved their lives.
Russian Man Who Communicates in Sign Language Fined For Chanting Slogans
Yevgeny Agafonov was arrested in St. Petersburg despite not taking part in the protests in support of opposition leader Alexei Navalny.
Navalny Allies Overflow Russia's Jails As Joe Biden Warns Vladimir Putin
Former U.S. ambassador to Moscow Michael McFaul told Newsweek that the U.S. should be not help the Russian opposition.
Senators Demand Probe Into Putin's Attacks on Navalny, Secret Wealth
The Russian president is facing international pressure to release the anti-corruption and pro-democracy campaigner who survived an assassination attempt in August.
Pro-Kremlin TV Site Hacked, Users Redirected to Navalny's Putin Palace Film
The anti-corruption campaigner was jailed after a hearing in Moscow, Russia. Hours later the website of a Yekaterinberg TV channel was hacked.
Russia Warns Biden It Will Retaliate Against Any Sanctions Over Navalny
The anti-corruption campaigner was jailed on Wednesday after returning to Russia voluntarily following an FSB assassination attempt.
Russian Foreign Minister Suggests 'West' Staged Alexei Navalny's Poisoning
On Tuesday, Navalny was sentenced to over two years in prison for allegedly violating his probation while recovering from the poisoning in Germany.
Navalny Calls Putin 'Underwear Poisoner' in Defiant Court Address
The Russian opposition leader had been arrested in Moscow upon arrival from Berlin where he had been treated for Novichok poisoning.
Russia Fires Back After Blinken Condemns Treatment of Navalny Protesters
Thousands turned out in cities across Russia for a second weekend of protests calling for the release of imprisoned opposition leader Alexei Navalny.
Biden Admin Pressures Putin, Blasts 'Harsh Tactics' Against Protesters
The Kremlin responded by accusing the U.S. and Secretary of State Blinken of "crude interference" in their domestic affairs.
Alexei Navalny's Aides, Brother Put Under House Arrest Ahead of Protests
Last week, tens of thousands of Russians gathered in support of Navalny, a jailed opposition leader who claims President Vladimir Putin ordered him poisoned.
Kremlin Steps up Propaganda as Russia Braces for More Navalny Protests
Demonstrations in support of the jailed Kremlin critic are expected to take place on Sunday in at least 53 cities across Russia.
Russia Woman Arrested for Anti-Putin Snowman Rally Repeats Her Protest
Elena Kalinina, from the Arkhangelsk region, put anti-Putin slogans on placards and hung them around the necks of snowmen outside her house.
Vladimir Putin Says Worldwide Tensions Might Worsen Due to COVID Pandemic
"The coronavirus pandemic has become a major challenge to mankind, and it has accelerated structural changes, the preconditions for which were already in place," Putin said during a virtual meeting of the World Economic Forum.
Russian Activist Detained for Making Snowmen With Anti-Putin Signs
The snowmen held up signs that said "Down With the Tsar" and referenced Navalny, a long-time Putin critic and Russian opposition leader currently in jail.
Russia Brags Extension of Nuclear Arms Treaty With U.S. Is On Our Terms'
Russia's parliament approved extending the bilateral deal to restrict weapons by five years until February 5, 2026.
Russia Gives Frosty Review of First Joe Biden-Vladimir Putin Call
Kremlin spokesperson Dmitry Peskov said there remained "a rather large number of serious disagreements" between the two leaders.
Joe Biden Confronts Vladimir Putin on Navalny Poisoning in First Call
The Russian president was among the last world leaders to congratulate Biden on his victory over Trump.
Russian Media Deflects Navalny Protests as Voice of America Amplifies Them
Russian and foreign media saw different causes in the protests calling for the release of opposition politician Alexei Navalny.
White House Calls for Alexei Navalny's Immediate and Unconditional Release
The Biden administration is also calling for Russian officials to release those who protested on Navalny's behalf over the weekend.
Video Shows Elderly Russian Woman Pushed to Ground by Police During Protest
As police were walking on a St. Petersburg street, a woman is seen walking in front of them. She is then kicked to the ground by one of the officers.
Vladimir Putin Addresses Alexei Navalny's Mega-Palace Claims
President Vladimir Putin has denied opposition figure Alexei Navalny's film alleging the Russian leader owns an opulent coastal "palace."
Alexei Navalny Inspires Big Anti-Putin Protests, but No Russian Spring—Yet
Demonstrations were held in around 100 towns and cities across Russia this weekend, despite concerns about coronavirus, below freezing temperatures and heavy-handed riot police.
Hundreds Arrested in Russia Protests Demanding Release of Alexei Navalny
Demonstrations from Moscow to Vladivostok took place on Saturday calling for the release of opposition leader Alexei Navalny.
