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Vladimir Putin
Vladimir Vladimirovich Putin has been serving as President of Russia since 2012.
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What is Russia's new 'Oreshnik' missile?
DW looks at what the missile can achieve and what signals Russia is sending by using it.
Russia fires new nuclear-capable missile at Ukraine
Russia hit Ukraine with a new ballistic missile believed to be capable of carrying conventional and nuclear warheads.
Ukraine: Pressure mounts for peace deal with Russia
Ukraine is under increasing military and political pressure to discuss a possible end to the war with Russia.
Russia expands criteria for a nuclear strike
The Kremlin has given the go-ahead to use nuclear weapons in response to "aggression with conventional weapons."
G20: Germany's Scholz voices regret over final communique
German Chancellor Olaf Scholz has expressed frustration and regret over paper's lack of clarity on Russia.
'Putin only understands the language of strength'
Former Ukrainian Prime Minister Arseniy Yatsenyuk spoke with DW after Ukraine fired ATACMS missiles into Russia.
Kara-Murza: 'Not all Russians support this regime'
DW spoke to Russian activist Vladimir Kara-Murza about what needs to be done in preparation for a post-Putin Russia.
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.
Ukraine at a crossroads as Trump return to White House looms
Donald Trump has criticized US aid for Kyiv. But will his reelection really play into Russia's hands? DW takes a look.
1,000 days of war in Ukraine
Russia's full-scale invasion of Ukraine has cost tens of thousands of lives and decimated civilian infrastructure.
Russian opposition-in-exile holds Berlin protest march
Alexei Navalny's widow, Yulia Navalnaya, and recently-released Vladimir Kara-Murza and Ilya Yashin are leading the demo.
G7 reaffirms support for Ukraine as war milestone approaches
Leaders of the world's major democracies have reiterated their "unwavering" support for Kyiv amid the Russia invasion.
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."
Will Russia's opposition show a united front in Berlin?
Prominent Russian opposition leaders are set to protest in Berlin against President Vladimir Putin and the Ukraine war.
Ukraine's Zelenskyy condemns Scholz-Putin phone call
The call comes amid growing wariness among Germans over support for Ukraine's war effort against Russia.
Zelenskyy: 'Olaf's call opens a Pandora's box'
Ukraine's president has sharply criticized German Chancellor Scholz's phone call with Vladimir Putin.
Germany's Scholz calls Putin for first time in 2 years
Insiders in Berlin say it's the first direct contact since late 2022 between Olaf Scholz and Vladimir Putin.
Record numbers of Russian attacks across Ukraine
Ukrainian authorities are warning that Russia is warming up for a massive attack.
Trump talks Ukraine in separate calls with Putin, Scholz
Questions persist over Washington's commitment to Ukraine's defense under the incoming Trump administration.
Europe increases defense spending but lacks troops: study
A lack of personnel is undermining efforts to bolster European security, according to a study.
Vladimir Putin, Donald Trump both ready to talk
The Kremlin chief said Trump's past remarks about Ukraine and restoring relations with Russia warranted attention.
Triumphant Trump vows to 'stop wars'
Donald Trump will return to the US presidency at a time of widespread conflict and uncertainty.
Why is South Africa's new government arguing about Ukraine?
South Africa's new unity government is arguing about visa-free travel for Ukrainian diplomats.
Conflict Zone — Does Putin want war with the West?
Estonia's intel chief shares his assessment of Russia's war in Ukraine and Zelenskyy's "victory plan."
Is Russian influence in Bangui disguised as culture?
Is the CAR a testing ground for Moscow's Africa policy? Dmitri Sytyi's ties to the Wagner Group raise questions.
North Korean troops in Russia 'show how desperate Putin is'
US National Security Spokesperson John Kirby spoke to DW about Russia's deployment of North Korean troops.
Putin ends BRICS summit overshadowed by Ukraine war
Meanwhile, the UN chief faced criticisms for traveling to Russia for the BRICS meeting amid Moscow's war in Ukraine.
India's Modi, China's Xi seek to boost ties at BRICS summit
Modi and Xi held a meeting at a summit, days after agreeing to running joint patrols along their disputed border.
Russia's Putin hosts leaders of India, China at BRICS summit
The Kremlin has invited world leaders, including Putin's "dear friend" Xi Jinping, to show that Russia is not isolated.
How Russia, N. Korea, Iran and China are forming new bonds
China, Russia, Iran and North Korea, or CRINK, have developed closer ties, benefitting Russia's war efforts in Ukraine.
Peace Prize winner Anne Applebaum: A voice against autocrats
The US-Polish historian has warned the world of Russia's Vladimir Putin long before the full-scale war in Ukraine.
Woodward book: Trump talked with Putin after presidency
Donald Trump has held several private calls with Vladimir Putin and secretly sent him COVID-19 tests, a book claims.
Nigerian FM on Russian motives in Africa: Trust but verify
What are Russia's goals? Yusuf Tuggar told DW Nigeria pursues "strategic autonomy" following series of coups in Africa.
What if Russia blocks the export of its raw materials?
Putin is threatening to keep uranium, titanium and nickel from the West. DW explains how trade and industry would fare.
How US election outcome could affect the Western Balkans
Serbia hopes — and Kosovo fears — that Donald Trump will win the US election on November 5.
Russia places four journalists on trial for 'extremism'
Four journalists have appeared in a Russian court charged with supporting the late Kremlin critic Alexei Navalny.
US General Ben Hodges on Trump, Netanyahu, Putin and Ukraine
DW's Washington Bureau Chief Ines Pohl speaks with retired US Army officer Ben Hodges.
Russia: Putin calls for new nuclear deterrence doctrine
Putin said aggression by a non-nuclear state supported by a nuclear power could be conisdered a joint attack on Russia.
Does Putin want war with the West?
Estonia's intel chief shares his assessment of Russia's war in Ukraine and Zelenskyy's "victory plan."
Long-range weapons for Ukraine: Putin's red line?
Long-range weapons for Ukraine: Why is the West hesitating?
Ukrainian MP: Kursk incursion shows Putin is bluffing
Will the West betray Ukraine? Opposition leader Kira Rudik says much will on ride on the US election outcome.
US, UK leaders to discuss weapons for Ukraine
Will Ukraine be allowed to launch long-range Western weapons inside Russian territory? Russia's Putin issues a warning.
Putin's red lines: Is he serious or is he bluffing?
Russian President Vladimir Putin is warning the West against letting Ukraine use long-range weapons.
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.
Us and Them: Living in a polarized world — War
The 2003 war against Iraq was based on a lie. A war of aggression, that the US never was penalized for.
US election: Putin claims to prefer Harris over Trump
The White House said the Russian president should "stop talking about US politics."
Mongolia hosts Putin despite arrest warrant
Despite being a member of the ICC, Mongolia did not arrest Russia's president on a warrant for alleged war crimes.
Sweden sounds alarm over Russia's 'shadow ships'
Russia circumvents sanctions by sending oil shipments past Sweden. Residents feel threatened by the "shadow ships."
Focus on Europe – Spotlight on People
Swedish authorities report that hundreds of tankers are traveling from St. Petersburg to India or China.
Telegram CEO Pavel Durov's arrest not political — Macron
French President Emmanuel Macron said there was "no political motive" behind the arrest of the Telegram founder.
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