Vladimir Putin has been in the news recently due to various events, including the flooding in Russia that has affected thousands of homes, the increasing number of Russian soldiers attempting to leave the war in Ukraine, and the criticism faced by local officials in dealing with the flood crisis. Additionally, there have been reports of Russian forces intensifying attacks along the eastern front and the successful test launch of a new heavy-lift rocket from Russia's Far Eastern space complex.
Vladimir Vladimirovich Putin is a Russian politician who has served as the President of Russia since 2012, previously holding the position from 1999 to 2008. He also served as the Prime Minister of Russia from 1999 to 2000 and again from 2008 to 2012. Putin was born on October 7, 1952, and is a former officer of the KGB. He has been a prominent figure in Russian politics for decades and is known for his strong leadership style and assertive foreign policy. Putin has faced both domestic and international scrutiny for his handling of various issues, including human rights abuses, military interventions, and allegations of election interference.
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Local authorities say nearly 14,500 homes have been flooded in a Russian region bordering Kazakhstan after water levels spiked in a local river
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Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy has signed a controversial law, days after it was passed by parliament, potentially helping Kyiv to boost conscription to replenish depleted forces to fend off Russia’s continued aggression
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A new law was introduced by Chechnya’s culture minister, allegedly in a bid to promote more traditional music and dancing.
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Growing numbers of Russian soldiers are trying to get out of the war in Ukraine
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Kazakhstan and Russia are dealing with cities under water as Russia's security council secretary criticizes local officials for not being better prepared.
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Young migrants from the former Soviet republic were accused of an attack on a concert hall in Moscow that killed 145 people.
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The move to ban Russian exports is an effort to hinder one of the country’s biggest sources of revenue.
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Russia but not President Vladimir Putin will be invited to the French ceremony in June to mark 80 years since the World War II D-Day landings, organizers said Tuesday.
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More civilians have died across Ukraine as analysts warn that delays in U.S. aid would see Kyiv struggle to fight off Russian offensives
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The book - Patriot - will be published on 22 October in at least 11 languages, including Russian.
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Russia wants to use rocket’s cargo capacities to deliver modules for a future rival to the International Space Station.
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Ukraine needs air defence systems and other assistance, says Zelensky
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The Foreign Secretary Lord David Cameron's remarks came as he continues to drum up support to unlock billions of dollars from America to support Ukraine's war effort
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European court of justice upholds challenge by Petr Aven and Mikhail Fridman, who remain on list for now
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Russia’s Federal Security Service (FSB) said Tuesday that it had detained a Russian man suspected of trying to assassinate a former Ukrainian intelligence officer in a car bomb attack late last week.
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Trump’s presence was felt in DC this week, even as he stayed stewing in his Mar-a-Lago estate
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China and Russia said Tuesday they would strengthen strategic cooperation as Moscow's top diplomat met President Xi Jinping in Beijing, further deepening ties as the war in Ukraine grinds on.
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Russian officials are scrambling to help homeowners displaced by floods, as water levels have risen in the Ural River