Vladimir Putin
President of Russia
Vladimir Putin
President of Russia
Vladimir Putin is the President of Russia, having held power either as president or prime minister since 1999, making him one of the longest-serving leaders in modern Russian history. Born in 1952 in Leningrad (now Saint Petersburg), Putin had a background in the KGB, the Soviet Union’s intelligence agency, before transitioning into politics in the 1990s. Under his leadership, Russia has seen significant political centralization, economic fluctuations, and assertive foreign policies, including the annexation of Crimea in 2014 and the full-scale invasion of Ukraine in 2022. His rule has been marked by crackdowns on political opposition, media restrictions, and efforts to maintain control through constitutional changes allowing him to potentially remain in power until 2036. While his supporters view him as a strong leader restoring Russia’s influence on the world stage, critics accuse him of authoritarianism, human rights violations, and suppressing democracy. His presidency continues to shape global geopolitic
Putin Proposes UN-Managed Government in Ukraine Amid Peace Talks Stalemate
- Friday, 28 March 2025
Russian President Vladimir Putin suggested placing Ukraine under UN control to elect a more "competent" government, sparking criticism from Ukraine and the US. The idea was seen as an attempt by Putin to delay progress towards a peace deal. Putin's proposal came as the US seeks to broker a ceasefire in the war between Ukraine and Russia, now in its fourth year.
Farage Criticizes Trump's Ukraine Ceasefire Stance, Says Russia Getting 'Too Much'
- Friday, 28 March 2025
Nigel Farage, leader of Reform UK, disagrees with Donald Trump’s approach to Ukraine ceasefire talks, saying Russia is getting too much. He believes it's right to aim for peace but warns against allowing Russian President Vladimir Putin to emerge as a winner. Farage says he wouldn't be 100% with the US president's team on this issue and thinks Trump has given too much ground in negotiations.
Russia's Missile Threat to UK Highest Since Cold War: Putin's Subs and Warships Pose Acute Danger
- Saturday, 15 March 2025
According to a report by the Council on Geostrategy, the threat of a Russian missile attack on Britain is at its highest level since the end of the Cold War. Vladimir Putin’s fleet of submarines and warships off Norway poses an acute threat to the UK mainland, with Russia's Northern fleet capable of launching an attack using 800 cruise missiles, including those that can hit targets over 1,500 miles away.
Putin Agrees to Phone Call with Trump to Discuss Ukraine Ceasefire
- Saturday, 15 March 2025
Vladimir Putin has agreed to a phone call with US President Donald Trump to discuss a 30-day ceasefire in the war with Ukraine after meeting with US envoy Steve Witkoff. Putin asked Witkoff to convey Moscow's thoughts to Washington, setting out details that need to be clarified before a truce is agreed. A possible phone call between Putin and Trump could be arranged after Witkoff delivers the messages in Washington, with both sides showing cautious optimism about the proposal.
