Vladimir Putin: News
PM Modi arrives in Russia for informal summit with Putin
Today, Prime Minister Narendra Modi arrived in the Russian coastal city of Sochi for an informal meeting with Russian President Vladimir Putin where the two leaders are expected to discuss developmental issues and bilateral concerns.
Russia: PM Modi to hold informal summit with Putin
PM Narendra Modi today arrived in Russia's Black Sea coastal city Sochi for an informal summit with President Vladimir Putin.
Consider CAATSA before buying Russian arms: US to allies
As India plans to purchase five S-400 Triumf air defense systems for $4.5 billion from Russia, the US today said its allies should take the Countering America's Adversaries through Sanction Act (CAATSA) into consideration, under which any significant purchase of Russian military would attract American sanctions.
Trump congratulates Vladimir Putin on inauguration of his fourth term
US President Donald Trump has congratulated his Russian counterpart Vladimir Putin on being sworn in for a fourth term, saying he looks forward to a time when the two nations can have a good relationship.
Vladimir Putin takes oath as Russian President for fourth time
Vladimir Putin took oath as Russian President for the fourth time in Moscow's Grand Kremlin Palace on Monday. Putin first took office 18 years ago.
More than 1,600 arrested in Russia amid anti-Putin protests
Russians angered by the impending inauguration of Vladimir Putin to a new term as president protested on Saturday in scores of cities across the country and police responded by reportedly arresting more than 1,600 of them.
According to Comey memos, Putin told Trump about 'Russian hookers'
Donald Trump's conversation with the now-former FBI director James Comey (which he noted and have been obtained by Associated Press), make startling revelations.
Syria airstrikes by UK, France, US 'successful': British PM May
Air strikes by Britain, France, and the United States in Syria sent a "clear message" against the use of chemical weapons, British PM Theresa May said today, declaring the action "successful".
2018 TIME 100: Now, you can cast your vote
For years now, TIME magazine has dedicated one of its annual issues to celebrate the most influential personalities from across the globe.
Putin wins 4th term as Russian President with 74% vote
Vladimir Putin is set to extend his power in Russia for another six years after winning the Presidential Election with 74% vote, an official exit poll said.
Vladimir Putin wins Russian presidential election by overwhelming margin
Vladimir Putin has been elected Russia's President a fourth time. After securing about 76% votes in Sunday's presidential polls, he is set to rule the nation for another six years.
Spy poisoning: Russia to expel 23 British diplomats
Not the one to take a snub lying down, Russia is to expel 23 British diplomats in response to UK ousting 23 Russian ambassadors earlier this week.
British PM: Highly likely Moscow behind Russian spy Skripal poisoning
About a week has passed since double agent Sergei Skripal and his daughter Yulia were mysteriously found unconscious on a bench in Salisbury, poisoned with a nerve agent known as "Novichok."
Before election, new documentary reveals lesser-known details about Putin
In a new online documentary, Russian President Vladimir Putin admits to ordering the downing of a passenger plane that he suspected wanted to bomb the 2014 Sochi Winter Olympics opening.
Russian spy: Nerve gas used to kill Sergei Skripal
Ex-Russian spy Sergei Skripal (66) and his daughter Yulia (33) were found unconscious on a bench in Salisbury on Sunday.
Italy elections: What does a hung parliament imply?
In Italy's parliamentary elections, voters expressed their disdain for the governing pro-Europe Centre-left Democratic Party. Lagging economy and surging migration made them unpopular, prompting voters to give a divided mandate to hard-right and populist forces.
Gallup International Survey: Modi ranked 3rd; ahead of Trump, Putin
PM Modi adds another feather to his cap. Gallup International's annual survey "Opinion of Global Leaders" has put him at number three among world leaders.
Washington renames Russian embassy street after murdered Russian politician
In a new development, the Washington DC City Council has unanimously voted to rename the street which houses the Russian embassy after slain Russian politician Boris Nemtsov.
10 injured in IED explosion at St Petersburg supermarket
At least 10 people were injured in an alleged improvised explosive device (IED) explosion at a supermarket in St. Petersburg, Russia.
Russia: Putin-critic Alexei Navalny nominated to contest in 2018 elections
Prominent Russian opposition leader Alexei Navalny may contest against President Vladimir Putin in the country's presidential elections scheduled for March 2018.
CIA helped Russia foil ISIS terrorist attack on St. Petersburg
A major ISIS attack on St. Petersburg's Kazan cathedral was averted thanks to information provided by the CIA to Russian intelligence agencies.
Russia to withdraw its troops from Syria
Russia, a key player in the Syrian conflict has begun the partial withdrawal of its troops from the country.
Putin to run for president again, may serve till 2024
Vladimir Putin has said he'll seek another six-year term as Russia's president in the 2018 election.
UK: Vladimir Putin calendars sold out, but who's buying them?
Russian media outlets have claimed that calendars featuring President Vladimir Putin's photographs in various poses have reportedly been selling like hot cakes in the UK.
Putin proposes Syrian peace congress to end 6-year civil war
Russian President Vladimir Putin has unveiled plans to hold a Syrian peace conference aimed at ending the six-year-long civil war.
Trump, Putin discuss Syria, North Korea in 1-hour phone conversation
Unlike previous US Presidents, Donald Trump has publicly expressed his appreciation and admiration for Russian President Vladimir Putin.
Trump and Putin hit it off at APEC summit
US President Donald Trump met Russian President Vladimir Putin on the sidelines of the ongoing Asia-Pacific Economic Cooperation (APEC) summit in Vietnam.
Trump: Putin was insulted by US election interference claims
US President Donald Trump said his Russian counterpart Vladimir Putin felt insulted by allegations of Russia's interference in the US presidential elections.
Russia prepares for terror threats to 2018 FIFA World Cup
Russian involvement in the Syrian conflict has angered several extremists, rendering the country vulnerable to terror attacks.
PM Modi discusses India's energy sector with top oil CEOs
PM Narendra Modi along with Oil Minister Dharmendra Pradhan interacted with top oil and gas CEOs from around the world today.
Putin: Trump is "not my bride, I'm not his groom"
Russian President Vladimir Putin showed his humorous side during a news conference in China.
Putin: World approaching "global catastrophe" over North Korea
Speaking at the closure of the BRICS summit in Beijing, which hosted the leaders of Brazil, India, China, and South Africa, Russian leader Vladimir Putin condemned North Korea's nuclear tests and warned the world of an approaching "global catastrophe".
Putin: AI will enable a nation to rule the world
What should be the number one thing on the to-do list of a nation planning to become the ruler of the world?
US orders Russia to shut consulate, two annexes
The diplomatic tit-for-tat between America and Russia isn't ending anytime soon.
Reports: Trump associate bragged that Putin would get Donald elected
A business associate of US President Donald Trump had in 2015 advocated using Russian President Vladimir Putin's help to build a Trump Tower in Moscow, the New York Times (NYT) reported.
Did Trump just thank Putin for taking away American jobs?
In a somewhat bizarre move, US President Donald Trump appears to have thanked his Russian counterpart Vladimir Putin for taking away American jobs.
Putin bans VPNs in Russia, steps up surveillance on netizens
Russian President Vladimir Putin has cracked down on apps allowing access to prohibited websites by banning virtual private networks (VPNs) and Tor.
Trump backtracks on joint US-Russia cyber unity proposal following criticism
President Donald Trump has backtracked on a proposal to set up a cyber security unit with Russia.
Trump and Putin will form cybersecurity unit, work "constructively"
Post Trump's meeting with Putin, the president of the United States took to Twitter to announce that he has discussed the possibility of forming a cybersecurity unit to ward off election hacking and "many other negative things."
Trump, Putin, G20 summit and a terrible romance novel
Neither of them wanted to stop.