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Vladimir Putin
Vladimir Vladimirovich Putin has been serving as President of Russia since 2012.
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Pro-Kremlin blogger turns on Putin, sent to psychiatric care
A pro-government blogger in Russia who criticized President Vladimir Putin has been admitted to psychiatric care.
Russia works to 'tip scale' for Orban in Hungary election
With the Kremlin backing the prime minister, Hungarians are voting on whether to lean toward the EU or Russia.
Donald Trump berates Spain, Friedrich Merz listens
During Merz's US visit, the chancellor remained silent as Trump berated Spain, though he later defended the EU partner.
German carnival artist charged in Russia for defaming Putin
As long as Jacques Tilly remains in Germany, he is beyond the reach of the Russian courts.
Ukraine marks four years of war with Russia
Europe's deadliest conflict since World War II has upended the international order and caused tremendous suffering.
Why does Putin feel insulted by Germany's Carnival?
Russia is pressing charges against German satirical artist Jacques Tilly for his Carnival float.
What is the 'rules-based order' and can it survive?
If shared structures that have underpinned global cooperation for years are crumbling, what’s the future without them?
Arrest in Dubai after shooting of Russian general — FSB
Dubai police detained a Russian national over Friday's shooting of military intelligence officer Vladimir Alekseyev.
Trump says new nuclear treaty needed to replace New START
The expiration of New START means the US and Russia have no legally binding agreement limiting their nuclear arsenals.
Bottoms up! Trump to be exposed at Carnival parade
The Trump float at this year's Rose Monday Parade in Cologne is an eye-catcher. But why is Putin missing?
New START: Last US-Russia nuclear treaty expires
With the New START pact now expired, the UN warns the risk of nuclear use is now at its highest in decades.
Ukraine at war: Battered by Russia and winter but unbending
Polls show Ukrainian society sticking together under fire and one unwilling to compromise with Russia.
Trial against German Carnival satirist underway in Russia
Jacques Tilly, one of Germany's most famous float makers, has described the charges as an attack on free expression.
Anti-woke Germans in Russia used as propaganda for Putin
Numbers contradict the Kremlin's claim of mass Western migration to Russia, especially from Germany.
Syria's leader al-Sharaa in Moscow for talks with Putin
It's the second time Syria's interim leader visits Russia since toppling dictator Bashar Assad over a year ago.
Mom of US veteran killed in Ukraine: 'Can't appease Putin'
Former US soldier Andrew Webber had been fighting as a volunteer in Ukraine — until he was killed by a Russian drone.
Former NATO envoy says Trump still committed to Ukraine
Kurt Volker said Trump wants a quick end to the war, but the conflict continues because Putin thinks he can prevail.
US-led talks on Russia's war in Ukraine continue into 2026
With no sign of the fighting slowing down, is peace anywhere near? DW takes a closer look at the sticking points.
Ukrainians wary despite news of constructive peace talks
US President Trump touted progress in peace talks. But after years of war with Russia, Kyiv residents aren't convinced.
Trump, Zelenskyy praise progress in Ukraine peace talks
Despite progress during Florida talks, key issues — including security guarantees and territorial concessions — remain.
Zelenskyy meets Canada's Carney ahead of Trump talks
Canadian Prime Minister Mark Carney pledged further support for Ukraine, announcing $1.8 billion in economic aid.
What interest do China and Russia have in Venezuela?
The US is not the only country to have interests in Venezuela. Its geopolitical rivals China and Russia do, too.
Expert: Russian aggression won't stop with Ukraine
Constanze Stelzenmüller from the Brookings Institution tells DW what security guarantees for Ukraine could look like.
Russia's Putin blames Ukraine, NATO for war during live Q&A
During his annual televised news conference, the Russian president defended his war in Ukraine with familiar rhetoric.
What could push Putin to accept a draft Ukraine peace plan?
As US-led efforts to mediate an end to the fighting in Ukraine intensify, Moscow has yet to respond to new proposals.
Ukrainian children being sent to North Korea sparks outrage
A Ukrainian rights campaigner calls the alleged transfer of two children to a North Korean camp a "war crime."
Modi, Putin announce renewed trade relations
India and Russia have vowed to expand their ties beyond energy and defense — despite Western pressure on New Delhi.
Putin's India visit tests New Delhi's balancing act with US
Despite US pressure, India is eager to boost defense and economic ties with Russia as Vladimir Putin visits New Delhi.
Putin 'morally responsible' for Sturgess' death — UK report
London has sanctioned Russia's GRU intelligence agency after the findings of the report.
A rift in the alliance? Trump's Ukraine peace plan and Germany's response
"Russia’s wish list"- that’s how many in Washington and Berlin labelled Washington’s initial 28-point plan toward peace in Ukraine, when it first became public. DW’s Nina Haase and Michaela Küfner discuss with Dominik Tolksdorf (DGAP) how a total sell-out of Europe was prevented, and how deep this latest crack in US-German relations now runs in the transatlantic alliance.
A rift in the alliance? Trump’s Ukraine peace plan and Germany's response
"Russia’s wish list"- that’s how many in Washington and Berlin labelled Washington’s initial 28-point plan toward peace in Ukraine, when it first became public. DW’s Nina Haase and Michaela Küfner discuss with Dominik Tolksdorf (DGAP) how a total sell-out of Europe was prevented, and how deep this latest crack in US-German relations now runs in the transatlantic alliance.
Diplomatic drive aims to end Ukraine war
Who are the key mediators involved in talks about peace in Ukraine? DW profiles four of them.
Judo: Russian athletes may compete under national flag
Judo's world governing body has dropped its ban on Russian athletes competing under their national flag.
Ukraine's US envoy: 'Things are very dynamically changing'
DW spoke with Ukraine's ambassador to the US, Olha Stefanishyna, on the progress of peace negotiations.
Who is Russian Kremlin operative Kirill Dmitriev?
Kirill Dmitriev's role has been growing in Russia's foreign policy. What's his background and his connection to Putin?
German club cuts ties with star gymnast Angelina Melnikova
A Russian gymnast who supports the Kremlin's war in Ukraine will not compete in a German tournament after all.
Trump's peace plan for Ukraine: What we know so far
A new peace proposal for Ukraine drafted by President Donald Trump's administration suggests major concessions by Kyiv.
Lithuania's Foreign Minister: Russia wants NATO destroyed
Kestutis Budrys sees less enthusiasm to bring NATO's defense plans to life than at the beginning of the Ukraine war.
Norway: The floating NATO listening post
NATO is using a special ship to find those responsible for sabotaging data cables in the Baltic Sea.
Ukrainian drones take Putin's war into Russia's heartland
Ukraine's government says the goal is to bring the war home to Russia and pressure Vladimir Putin into peace talks.
Young Russian musicians defy Kremlin through song
Artists such as Diana Loginova are risking fines and jail time for opposing the war in Ukraine.
Trump's proposed nuclear tests: What you need to know
Will Donald Trump's call for new testing mean nuclear explosions? And are we on the verge of another nuclear arms race?
Global power shift: Trump, Xi and the end of rules-based order?
Germany's Chancellor Friedrich Merz just said that the world is witnessing 'the provisional end of a rules-based multilateral order.' So, is Germany abandoning its role as a champion of international law? DW’s Chief Political Editor Michaela Küfner breaks down the global power shift with Thorsten Benner, Director of the Global Public Policy Institute, and Ines Pohl, DW Washington Bureau Chief.
US imposes sanctions on Russian oil giants
US President Trump's sanctions on Russia's Rosneft and Lukoil are signaling growing impatience with Vladimir Putin.
Germany: Far-right lawmakers accused of spying for Russia
AfD lawmakers in Thuringia have been accused of trying to gain sensitive data for Russia with parliamentary inquiries.
Trump-Putin Budapest talks on hold, but Europe still on edge
Ukraine's European allies are rallying around President Volodymyr Zelenskyy after mixed messages from Donald Trump.
EU states agree to stamp out Russian gas by 2028
EU energy chief Dan Jorgensen told DW that the bloc "can no longer accept indirectly helping to finance Putin's war."
Ukraine: Zelenskyy will meet Putin, Trump if invited
Meanwhile, the EU is looking to phase out Russian gas imports by 2028.
Trump, Zelenskyy hold 'cordial' White House meeting
The Ukrainian delegation was hoping to obtain US Tomahawk missiles, capable of striking deeper into Russian territory.
Is peace in Ukraine finally top of Trump's agenda?
Fresh off the Gaza ceasefire deal, US President Donald Trump seems to have his sights set on ending the war in Ukraine.
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