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Vladimir Putin
Vladimir Vladimirovich Putin has been serving as President of Russia since 2012.
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Germany: Ex-Chancellor Schröder loses privileges appeal
Gerhard Schröder sought to keep a taxpayer-funded office and staff in Berlin after the right to retain them was revoked.
Germany’s AfD party and its ties to Russia
Why it’s view of Russia is becoming a liability for the AfD?
Yulia Navalnaya takes on leading role in Russia's opposition
Since the death of her husband, Yulia Navalnaya has become a leading figure in the Russian opposition.
The oligarch behind Georgia's pivot to Russia
Who is Bidzina Ivanisvili, the oligarch thought to be behind Georgia's controversial "foreign influence" bill?
Russia’s battle for influence: From Ukraine to Georgia?
From Ukraine to now Georgia and Moldova – how succesful is Putin in his plans?
Would Russia really attack Ukraine with nuclear weapons?
Russia is planning tactical nuclear weapons drills near the Ukrainian border. But experts don't think an attack is nigh.
Vietnam: Is turmoil in Hanoi keeping Vladimir Putin away?
It had been reported that Vladimir Putin might visit Vietnam when he traveled to China. But Hanoi is busy infighting.
Putin thanks Xi for China's initiatives on Ukraine
On a state visit to Beijing, the Russian president said he was "grateful" for China's efforts to resolve the "problem."
Putin heads to China for talks
DW looks at the strengths and imbalances of the Russian-Chinese relationship.
How China helps keep Russia's economy afloat
China threw Russia an economic lifebelt after the West hit Moscow with sanctions over the war in Ukraine.
Why Putin chose an economist as Russia's defense minister
Andrei Belousov is a longtime ally of President Vladimir Putin. His job will be to strengthen Russia's arms industry.
Putin critic Vladimir Kara-Murza appeals prison sentence
The Russian activist is serving a lengthy prison sentence, on charges critics have said are politically motivated.
Putin reshuffles Defense Ministry amid war in Ukraine
President Putin has named Andrei Belousov, an economist and former deputy prime minister, to replace Sergei Shoigu.
Russia: Resisting Putin from exile
Many members of the Russian opposition have fled and continue to resist Putin from exile.
Russia: Putin picks Mishustin to stay on as prime minister
Russian President Vladimir Putin has said he would like Mikhail Mishustin to be reappointed as prime minister.
Putin lashes out at West at Russia's Victory Day parade
The Russian leader turned the annual celebration marking the end of World War II into a pillar of his 24 years in power.
Focus on Europe — Spotlight on People
Many opposition members have fled Russia. They continue to resist Putin from exile.
Putin sworn in for fifth term as Russian president
Vladimir Putin took the oath of office in a lavish ceremony at the Kremlin. Many Western countries boycotted the event.
What happens if the EU does not recognize Vladimir Putin?
Calls are rising for the EU to not recognize Vladimir Putin as Russia's president, but experts warn of cutting off ties.
Russia's Putin sworn in for new six-year term
With a firm grip on power, President Vladimir Putin has consolidated his position by silencing political opponents.
Russia adds Ukraine's Volodymyr Zelenskyy to wanted list
The Kremlin did not specify why the Ukrainian president had been added, only that a criminal case had been opened.
Freedom of Speech Award: DW honors Navalny's widow
Who is Yulia Navalnaya, the winner of this year's DW Freedom of Speech Award?
Russian Orthodox Church suspends Navalny memorial priest
Russia's Orthodox Church suspended the priest who led a memorial service for Kremlin critic Alexei Navalny.
Putin: Russia's eternal president?
A top Russian political analyst tells DW that 'an obedient majority' will re-elect Putin to fifth term.
Alexei Navalny memoir to be published this fall
Late Kremlin critic Alexei Navalny began writing a memoir in 2020 while receiving treatment for nerve agent poisoning.
Kara-Murza's wife says dream of a democratic Russia lives on
Evgenia Kara-Murza told DW that dictators like Vladimir Putin fear the most is exposing the truth.
LGBTQ+ club owner arrested in Russia for 'extremism'
The owner of a popular gay bar was arrested and will face trial with two of his employees for extremism.
Putin orders 150,000 conscripts into military service
The conscripts had previously been assured they would not be ordered to the frontlines in Ukraine.
Putin pained by Moscow attack, even if not visible — Kremlin
As foreign diplomats visited a makeshift memorial, the Russian president is grappling with the tragedy.
What would a Putin win in Ukraine mean for Germany?
Russia is gaining ground in Ukraine. Should Germany expect more refugees in the future?
Gershkovich marks one year in Russian prison
Wall Street Journal reporter Evan Gershkovich was arrested in Russia on espionage charges a year ago.
US calls Russia 'manure salesmen' over Moscow attack claims
Russian investigators implicated Ukraine in the concert hall attack, but the US says it is "nonsense propaganda."
Inside Europe 28 March 2024
Will Putin use the Moscow attack to further tighten his grip? Could a pro-western candidate win Slovakia's presidential election? And the refugee crisis in Europe that no one is talking about. Also: A secret recording hints at more corruption in Hungary's government, is it 'Time's up' for Spain's late-night bar culture? and 100-year-old Dutch prisons are remodeled for the 21st century.
Ukraine top diplomat in India to bolster bilateral ties
Ukrainian Foreign Minister Kuleba is scheduled to meet his Indian counterpart.
Schröder: Good relationship with Putin may still be helpful
Former German Chancellor Gerhard Schröder says his friendship with Russia's leader could help end the war in Ukraine.
Russia's Tajiks face discrimination after Moscow attack
Many Central Asians in Russia have faced heightened xenophobia following the recent attack near Moscow.
After Moscow attack, could Putin's image suffer in Russia?
President Putin shrugged off Western warnings ahead of the deadly Moscow attack. Will this affect his public image?
Russia holds day of mourning after concert hall attack
The so-called Islamic State has claimed responsibility, but the Kremlin has tried to link the attack to Ukraine.
Terror in Russia: From Beslan siege to Moscow concert hall
Terror attacks have killed hundreds of Russians over the last 25 years. DW takes a look at the political repercussions.
Putin's troops gain ground: How will the West respond?
Discussions in Germany: How reliable is the support for Ukraine?
Russia starts evacuating villages after cross-border attacks
Anti-Kremlin fighters are thought to be near Belgorod on Russia's border. Russia says it will beef up security.
Triumphant Putin celebrates re-election victory
Without any meaningful opposition, Vladimir Putin gained 87 percent of the vote.
Putin's reelection hailed by allies, decried by West
China and Iran rushed to congratulate Putin on winning, while Western diplomats denounced the election as a "parody."
Vladimir Putin's reelection: What's in store for Russia?
What course will Vladimir Putin chart in the months ahead?
Crimea marks 10 years since Russian annexation
Russia's 2014 annexation of Crimea is widely seen as the beginning of the Ukraine conflict still being fought today.
Anti-Putin protests on final day of voting
Thousands of people took part in a silent protest by forming long queues at polling stations at noon on Sunday.
Putin claims victory in election with no serious competition
President Vladimir Putin is on course for a fifth term after three days of nationwide elections, an exit poll says.
Russia: Opposition calls on voters to protest against Putin
The "Noon against Putin" protest was initially promoted by late opposition activist Alexei Navalny before his death.
Latvia probes EU lawmaker for Kremlin spying
The investigation comes weeks after a report claimed to show communications between her and Kremlin handlers.
Russia holds second day of presidential election
Russia has completed the second day of its presidential vote, in which Vladimir Putin is expected to win another term.
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