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Vladimir Putin
Vladimir Vladimirovich Putin has been serving as President of Russia since 2012.
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US adds sanctions on Chechen leader Ramzan Kadyrov
The US said Kadyrov had been using the coronavirus as a cover to inflict human rights abuses.
Protests against Putin rock Russia's Khabarovsk
Russia's president has not intervened, fearing that harsh actions could backfire and weaken his grip on power.
Trump does not 'fully appreciate' US presidency
Former US National Security Advisor John Bolton revealed Trump's 'mistrust' of his office in an exclusive DW interview.
Russian activist could face prison for vagina drawings
Yulia Tsvetkova faces charges of "spreading pornography" for art promoting body positivity. Her case has caused outrage.
Russian journalist found guilty of 'inciting terrorism'
Svetlana Prokopyeva, who says she was doing her job, was placed on a list of "terrorists and extremists."
The everlasting Putin
Christian F. Trippe
Referendums can have unpredictable side-effects, as Vladimir Putin may yet discover, writes DW's Christian F. Trippe.
Why environmental disasters keep occuring in Siberia
Russian mining giant Nornickel has reportedly caused yet another ecological catastrophe.
640,000 people back under lockdown in virus-hit German region — Russia holds grand WWII parade ahead of vote on Putin reforms — Construction of Austrian Holocaust victims' memorial begins — Serbia's opposition parties question legitimacy of new parliament — Pop stars and sports legends join global fight for COVID-19 vaccine — Sex workers in Greece hit hard by the coronavirus lockdown — and more.
Russian embassy hawks Putin World War II article
Academics say an email campaign featuring an article authored by Putin is an infringement of academic freedom.
DW rejects Russian Duma disinformation allegations
Russia's parliament has accused Deutsche Welle of disinformation ahead of a vote on constitutional reforms.
Russia marks WWII Victory Day with mass military parade despite COVID-19
Russia has celebrated the 75th anniversary of the Soviet victory over Nazi Germany in WWII with a large military parade.
Moscow celebrates 75th anniversary of end of WWII
A military parade marking the 75th anniversary of the Soviet Union’s victory of the Nazis has kicked off in Moscow.
Pussy Riot member detained in probe: reports
Pyotr Verzilov previously made headlines after being jailed over a protest stunt at the 2018 FIFA World Cup in Russia.
Remember Soviet WWII role, Putin urges world
In a lengthy article, Vladimir Putin insists on recognition of the Soviet Union as the prime defeater of Nazi Germany.
Moscow sets up raffle to entice referendum voters
The proposed constitutional reforms would open the door for Vladimir Putin to stay in office until 2036.
Putin's anti-gay agenda
Juri Rescheto
Russian leaders are exploiting homophobia to get people to participate in a referendum, DW's Juri Rescheto writes.
Moscow hotel hosts domestic violence survivors
Some women's advocacy groups in Russia are reporting a 70% increase in calls for help.
Russia aims to boost military facilities in Syria
Moscow has called for talks with the Syrian government about strengthening its military facilities.
NATO allies alarmed by US Open Skies exit
Washington has quit another arms control deal. Observers in Europe and the US are unnerved by a worrying trend.
Russia loosens lockdown
Russia has begun easing its lockdown, although the number of coronavirus infections surges.
Putin's spokesman infected with coronavirus
Kremlin spokesman Dmitry Peskov has said he is receiving treatment for the new coronavirus, as Russian cases mount.
Ex-Soviet states mark Victory Day amid pandemic
Ceremonies were subdued among the states — with one exception. Belarus pushed ahead with a military parade in Minsk.
German president marks 'lonely' WWII 75th anniversary
Frank-Walter Steinmeier noted with sadness that due to the pandemic, commemorations are especially subdued this year.
Putin awards Kim Jong Un a WWII memorial medal
North Korea's Kim Jong Un has received a medal from Russia for his efforts at preserving the memory of Soviet soldiers.
Russian business newspaper fights to survive amid censorship
The staff at "Vedomosti" are defying the paper’s new editor, who they say is toeing the Kremlin line.
Russia removes Putin mosaic from church
Mosaics in the church are also set to depict a tribute to the annexation of Crimea and Soviet leader Josef Stalin.
Russian anti-government protests go online
As the economic fallout from the pandemic hits Russia, some are finding creative ways to express their anger.
Russia's small businesses suffer in pandemic
Moscow has told Russians to stay home on paid leave to slow the COVID-19 crisis. Small businesses are paying the price.
Russia denies allegations over coronavirus disinformation
An EU body accused Russia of aggravating the impact of the virus to dismantle Western society.
Court clears way for Putin to stay in power
The reform would allow Putin to "reset" his terms and run for president two more times.
Russia: Putin signs new law to extend term to 2036
Russian leader Vladimir Putin has signed a controversial bill that could keep him in power for eight more years.
Lithuanian independence still spooks the Kremlin
Thirty years ago, Lithuania broke away from the USSR. This event still rattles the Kremlin, says Konstantin Eggert.
Russia's Duma paves way for Putin to retain grip on power
The lower house of the Russian parliament has approved changes that would allow Putin to stand for reelection.
Putin's Pushkin-like play
Konstantin Eggert
By permitting himself to remain Russia's president until 2036, Vladimir Putin may have set a political trap for himself.
Putin opens door to more presidential terms
Vladimir Putin said it would be possible for him to run again if such changes are approved by the Constitutional Court.
Putin and Erdogan seek to avoid confrontation in Syria
During talks, Putin offered his condolences to Erdogan after 34 Turkish soldiers were killed in an attack.
Navalny says Kremlin emptied and froze his bank accounts
The 43-year-old is an outspoken opponent of President Putin and has made efforts to expose official corruption.
Russia: Thousands march in memory of slain opposition leader
"No to eternal Putin," protesters chanted as they marched in remembrance of Boris Nemtsov, who was killed in 2015.
Putin rekindles Erdogan's lost love for NATO
Konstantin Eggert
The Russian president may have outfoxed his Turkish counterpart in Syria, but he also ruined their friendship.
The man who dared to criticize Putin
Five years after the death of Russian opposition leader Boris Nemtsov, the motive for his murder remains a mystery.
Dutch court backs $50 billion Yukos claim against Kremlin
The Permanent Court of Arbitration has upheld an appeal by shareholders demanding compensation from the Russian state.
Moral bankruptcy in Idlib
Rainer Hermann
The USA has largely withdrawn from Syria; Europe never really got involved. The consequences are terrible.
Yad Vashem regrets 'unfortunate errors' in Holocaust videos
Israel's Holocaust memorial has admitted that film clips shown at a commemoration "included a number of inaccuracies."
Netanyahu talks Trump peace deal with Putin
Netanyahu also thanked Putin for pardoning an Israeli citizen held in Russia on drug charges.
Steinmeier's humble Auschwitz commemoration
Marcel Fürstenau
At Yad Vashem, the German president addressed his country's guilt and responsibility. And he found the right words.
Putin's bespoke government
Konstantin Eggert
The new Russian government has been put in place to make sure Putin controls the country for as long as he pleases.
Russia speeds through Putin's constitutional changes
Russia's parliament voted in favor of a draft law on constitutional changes proposed just last week. Why the rush?
Putin announces new Russian Cabinet
Critics say Vladimir Putin is hoping to retain power after his term ends in 2024 through his constitutional reforms.
Offended Putin may take back seat in Berlin talks
Konstantin Eggert
The Russian president may be more than happy to use the Berlin talks to spread responsibility to end the war in Libya.
Inside Europe: Political shake-up in Russia
There's been a huge political shake-up in Russia. On Wednesday, the prime minister, Dmitry Medvedev, and his cabinet resigned. The move came after President Vladimir Putin proposed changes to the constitution which would shift the balance of power in the country. Observers say Putin is using the changes to secure his political future. Emily Sherwin has more.
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