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The article discusses how the war in Ukraine has altered the dynamics of power, leading to a new offensive by Vladimir Putin against wealthy bureaucrats who have benefited from the Kremlin's regime over the past two and a half decades.
Newly revealed emails from the Jeffrey Epstein investigation show former Microsoft executive Nathan Myhrvold confirmed hosting Vladimir Putin's wife and daughter on his yacht in 2010.
Andrey Pavlov, founder of the Zenden shoe retailer, was removed from Russia's 'foreign agent' register, despite having been added in 2024 for praising Vladimir Putin and supporting the war.
Former UK Prime Minister Boris Johnson has urged the UK and its allies to deploy non-combat troops to Ukraine immediately, believing it could alter Russian President Vladimir Putin's strategic thinking.
US President Donald Trump's Special Envoy Steve Witkoff has said that Russian ruler Vladimir Putin has always been straightforward with him during meetings on the Russo-Ukrainian war.
After four years of war, French Foreign Minister Jean-Noël Barrot stated that Vladimir Putin's record is a 'heavy and humiliating defeat,' praising the 'unprecedented courage' of Ukraine.
Russian President Vladimir Putin has appointed Deputy Foreign Minister Sergey Vershinin as Russia’s new ambassador to Türkiye.
Jeffrey Epstein reportedly pursued a prolonged effort to meet Russian President Vladimir Putin to engage in discussions about finance.
Russian President Vladimir Putin informed the Cuban foreign minister that Russia will not accept recent US sanctions imposed on Cuba.
A review of the suspicious circumstances surrounding the deaths of several prominent critics and rivals of Vladimir Putin, including Alexei Navalny, highlights a pattern of mysterious ends.
An exclusive report details the unexpected meeting between a seemingly ordinary U.S. bureaucrat and Russian President Vladimir Putin.
An exclusive report details the unusual story of a U.S. bureaucrat, whose job involved purchasing pencils, unexpectedly shaking hands with Russian President Vladimir Putin.
Vladimir Putin's governance has transitioned from autocracy to dictatorship, intensifying pressure on Russian citizens nationwide.
O întâlnire între președinții Volodimir Zelenski și Vladimir Putin ar putea avea loc în următoarele trei săptămâni, a declarat trimisul special al SUA, Steve Witkoff, adăugând că Donald Trump s-ar put
French Foreign Minister Jean-Noël Barrot stated that after four years of war, Vladimir Putin's record is a 'heavy and humiliating defeat,' praising the courage of the Ukrainian army.
Jeffrey Epstein's files reveal a connection between the convicted sex offender and Vladimir Putin, with former Microsoft executive Nathan Myhrvold reportedly telling Epstein he hosted Putin's wife and daughter on his superyacht.
A British security expert suggests that Russia is constructing a military structure outside the Ministry of Defense, potentially serving as a force directly loyal to President Vladimir Putin to protect his regime.
US Special Envoy Steve Witkoff stated that US mediation in negotiations between Ukraine and Russia could lead to a personal meeting between Volodymyr Zelensky and Vladimir Putin within the next three weeks.
US President Donald Trump's Special Envoy Steve Witkoff has stated that Vladimir Putin has always been straightforward with him and suggested a meeting between Zelenskyy and Putin could happen in the coming weeks.
Russian President Vladimir Putin has given his blessing to Madagascar's new leader, Colonel Michael Randrianirina, who expressed readiness for full cooperation in military, social, health, and education sectors.
Russian President Vladimir Putin has criticized the U.S. oil blockade on Cuba, stating 'We do not accept anything like this,' as the Caribbean nation faces a worsening economic crisis.
Russian propagandists have criticized Vladimir Putin's crackdown on the messaging app Telegram, indicating internal dissent over the policy.
A Wall Street Journal exclusive details how a seemingly ordinary U.S. bureaucrat, involved in pencil purchasing, ended up shaking hands with Russian President Vladimir Putin.
An exclusive report details how a seemingly ordinary U.S. bureaucrat, involved in pencil purchasing, unexpectedly found himself shaking hands with Russian President Vladimir Putin. The incident raises questions about protocol and international encounters.
An exclusive report reveals the unusual story of a U.S. bureaucrat, whose job involved purchasing pencils, unexpectedly meeting and shaking hands with Russian President Vladimir Putin.
Dusseldorf-based satirist Jacques Tilly is currently on trial in a Moscow court for his Carnival floats mocking Vladimir Putin. The trial continues to drag on.
A friend and supporter of Alexei Navalny believes that Navalny's final movements reveal Vladimir Putin's tactics, suggesting the murder was planned from the start.
Daria Marchenko, the 21-year-old goddaughter of Vladimir Putin and daughter of former Ukrainian MP Viktor Medvedchuk, has been appointed general director of Rad-Ev and Almirida Investments, companies with assets totaling €32 million.
The German far-right party AfD is facing accusations of representing Russian interests in parliament, with critics suggesting their questions align with those of Vladimir Putin.
Deputy editor Edward Carr discusses how The Economist develops its weekly cover stories focusing on Vladimir Putin, the war in Ukraine, and the concept of a modern 'Robin Hood state'.
Donald Trump's special envoy, Steve Witkoff, defended his meetings with Vladimir Putin, stating the Russian leader was direct about his 'red lines' and hinted at potential good news.
Nathan Myhrvold, a former Microsoft executive, reportedly told Jeffrey Epstein that he hosted Vladimir Putin's wife and daughter on his superyacht, revealing another connection between Epstein and the Russian president.
Russian President Vladimir Putin has called on businesses to play a crucial role in addressing the country's falling birthrates by encouraging employees to have more children.
Russia's president, Vladimir Putin, is reportedly caught in a difficult situation of his own making, unable to secure victory in the ongoing war but also fearing the implications of peace.
According to Bloomberg, Vladimir Putin is not genuinely seeking peace but rather aiming to gain more time in the ongoing conflict.
Russian President Vladimir Putin is reportedly adopting a more offensive stance to counter pressure from the US and Europe regarding the ongoing conflict in Ukraine.
An editorial highlights the desperate living conditions in war-afflicted Ukraine and stalled diplomatic progress towards peace. Upcoming talks in Geneva are seen as a critical point for both Ukraine and Europe.
European officials state it is 'highly likely' that a rare poison, possibly from dart frogs, was responsible for the death of Alexei Navalny, a prominent critic of Vladimir Putin, in a Russian prison.
European nations claim Russia poisoned Alexei Navalny with a dart frog toxin, as the UK hits back at Moscow's denials and calls for accountability for his death.