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Vladimir Putin
Vladimir Vladimirovich Putin has been serving as President of Russia since 2012.
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12/23/2024
December 23, 2024
Slovakia's PM Fico visits Moscow amid Ukraine gas dispute
12/22/2024
December 22, 2024
German defense minister warns of Russian 'hybrid warfare'
12/19/2024
December 19, 2024
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12/15/2024
December 15, 2024
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Reports & Analysis
Bolton: 'Putin knows how to play with Trump'
Bolton: 'Putin knows how to play with Trump'
Donald Trump's former national security adviser speaks with DW's Washington bureau chief, Ines Pohl.
What will happen to Russia's military bases in Syria?
What will happen to Russia's military bases in Syria?
With the ouster of Assad, the future of Russia's military presence in Syria looks unclear.
Fate of Russian military bases in Syria remains open
Fate of Russian military bases in Syria remains open
In the wake of the Islamist rebel victory in Syria, Russia is considering the future of its military bases.
With Ukraine a slog and Syria aflame, Russia is worn thin
With Ukraine a slog and Syria aflame, Russia is worn thin
Mired in its Ukraine war, Russia is unable to fully intervene in Syria. But the Kremlin can't abandon a strategic ally.
Will Russia tip the scales for Syria's Assad again?
Will Russia tip the scales for Syria's Assad again?
Russia saved Syria's Assad regime in 2015. But this time, Vladimir Putin is fighting a war of his own in Ukraine.
Ukraine pushes for NATO membership, but it's complicated
Ukraine pushes for NATO membership, but it's complicated
Ukraine has said that allowing parts of the country to join NATO immediately will pave the way for peace.
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In the spotlight
Russia-Austria gas spat stokes fears of new EU energy crisis
Gazprom cut deliveries to Austria over compensation demands from earlier supply issues. DW asks what it means.
Former Trump adviser: Strength 'only thing that stops Putin'
Donald Trump's former adviser, H.R. McMaster, told DW the US must "provide Ukraine with the full range of capabilities."
Is Russia trying to influence the US election?
Ahead of the US election, Washington has accused Russia of influencing voters — and not for the first time.
Sweden sounds alarm over Russia's 'shadow ships'
Russia circumvents sanctions by sending oil shipments past Sweden. Residents feel threatened by the "shadow ships."
Could Russia be prosecuted for environmental war crimes?
Ukraine wants to hold Russia accountable for the environmental destruction caused by its war.
25 years of Vladimir Putin at Russia's helm
Vladimir Putin has served as either prime minister or president since August 9, 1999. How has he managed to stay on top?
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