Vladimir Vladimirovich Putin[e] (born 7 October 1952) is a Russian politician and former intelligence officer who has served as President of Russia since 2012, having previously served from 2000 to 2008.

1 day ago · Vladimir Putin is a Russian leader and former KGB officer who has shaped his nation’s political landscape for decades with a mix of strategic maneuvers, military aggression against …

21 hours ago · Lt. Gen. Vladimir Alekseyev, a deputy chief of military intelligence, was hospitalized after the shooting, authorities said Friday.

1 day ago · Lt Gen Vladimir Alexeyev is a senior figure in the main directorate of Russia's military general staff.

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Jan 30, 2026 · Russian President Vladimir Putin held a phone call with Saudi Arabia's Crown Prince Mohammed bin Salman, the Kremlin said on Tuesday, saying they had agreed to deepen …

Dec 8, 2023 · Vladimir Putin served as president of Russia from 2000 to 2008 and was re-elected to the presidency in 2012. Learn about his ex-wife and political career.

21 hours ago · Russian general Vladimir Alekseyev in critical condition after Moscow shooting Deputy director of Russia’s military intelligence agency shot several times in the stairwell of his apartment …

Commentary by Aide to the President Yury Ushakov regarding Vladimir Putin’s meeting with US President’s Special Envoy Steve Witkoff January 23, 2026, 04:15

1 day ago · Lieutenant General Vladimir ‍Alekseyev is fighting for his life after being shot several times in a Moscow apartment building - and Russia is blaming Ukraine.