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Vladimir Putin
Vladimir Vladimirovich Putin has been serving as President of Russia since 2012.
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What will happen to North Korean POWs in Ukraine?
What will happen to North Korean POWs in Ukraine?
North Koreans captured while fighting for Russia do not necessarily want to return to their authoritarian homeland.
Russia's influence in Africa may weaken after Assad's fall
Russia's influence in Africa may weaken after Assad's fall
Russia fears for its bases in Syria and elsewhere after the ousting of dictator Bashar Assad, a Kremlin ally.
As Russia-Ukraine gas deal ends, worries mount in EU's east
As Russia-Ukraine gas deal ends, worries mount in EU's east
After Russian gas exports via Ukraine came to a halt on January 1, some Eastern Europeans are fearing for their supply.
As US, EU friend and foe, Putin has led Russia for 25 years
As US, EU friend and foe, Putin has led Russia for 25 years
Putin took power as a professed reformer on the eve of 2000. He has become one of this century's most prolific warlords.
Russia's Putin addresses Azerbaijan Airlines crash
Russia's Putin addresses Azerbaijan Airlines crash
The Russian leader didn't admit responsibility, but said air defenses were "active" before the "tragic incident."
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.
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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.
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.
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