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Vladimir Putin, born on October 7, 1952, in Leningrad (now Saint Petersburg), Russia, is a prominent Russian political figure. He served as President of Russia from 1999 to 2008, resumed the presidency in 2012, and continues to hold the office as of 2023. Putin is also recognized for his tenure as Prime Minister from 1999 to 2000 and again from 2008 to 2012. more Vladimir Putin, born on October 7, 1952, in Leningrad (now Saint Petersburg), Russia, is a prominent Russian political figure. He served as President of Russia from 1999 to 2008, resumed the presidency in 2012, and continues to hold the office as of 2023. Putin is also recognized for his tenure as Prime Minister from 1999 to 2000 and again from 2008 to 2012. During his leadership, Russia experienced significant economic growth and regained its influence on the global stage. Putin is noted for overseeing the annexation of Crimea in 2014, a move that significantly altered Russia's international relations. Under his administration, Russia hosted the 2018 FIFA World Cup, showcasing the country's organizational capabilities. He has been a central figure in modern Russian politics, shaping the nation’s domestic and foreign policies. less

Popular Quotes

"You must obey the law, always, not only when they grab you by your special place."
Tags: Ethics, Integrity, Justice, Accountability, Authority
"Russia needs a strong state power and must have it. But I am not calling for totalitarianism."
Tags: Leadership, Authority, Democracy, Governance, Political philosophy
"History proves that all dictatorships, all authoritarian forms of government are transient. Only democratic systems are not transient."
Tags: Resilience, Freedom, History, Government, Democracy
"One must never allow oneself to be turned into a trembling creature, allowing oneself to be ruled by what others think"
Tags: Courage, Strength, Individuality, Authenticity, Independence
"It’s better to be hanged for loyalty than be rewarded for betrayal"
Tags: Courage, Ethics, Integrity, Morality, Justice
"Whoever does not miss the Soviet Union has no heart. Whoever wants it back has no brain"
Tags: Mental health, Leadership, Critical thinking, History, Nostalgia
"There is nothing in the world that can make us give up what we believe is right"
Tags: Perseverance, Determination, Courage, Integrity, Belief
"Terrorism has no nationality or religion"
Tags: Humanity, Unity, Peace, Religion, Security
"I think the American people should express their preferences, and we will accept their choice"
Tags: Democracy, American values, Elections, Representative government
"Sometimes it is necessary to be lonely in order to prove that you are right"
Tags: Self-discovery, Courage, Individuality, Inner strength, Introspection
"We don’t need a weak government that lacks will, strength and determination "
Tags: Determination, Leadership, Strength, Accountability, Politics
"Russia is a part of European culture. Therefore, it is with difficulty that I imagine NATO as an enemy"
Tags: Politics, International relations, Defense, Enemy, Geopolitics
"We should not just consume hydrocarbon fuel but use it to develop our economy, improve the quality of life of our people and diversify the structure of our economy"
Tags: Innovation, Development, Sustainability, Energy, Economy
"Nobody and nothing will stop Russia on the road to strengthening democracy and ensuring human rights"
Tags: Human rights, Politics, Government, Democracy, Speech
"Russia does not negotiate with terrorists, it destroys them"
Tags: Military strategy, National security, Terrorism, Russia, Anti-terrorism
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