Vladimir Putin
Watch this space for the latest updates on Russian President Vladimir Putin. The former intelligence officer has been president of Russia from 1999 until 2008 and then again in 2012. Putin served as prime minister in the intermittent years between his tenure as president, from 2008 to 2012. Born October 7, 1952 in Saint Petersburg, Russia, Putin studied law before joining the KGB. In 2022, Russian ordered an invasion of Ukraine that immediately started war between the two countries. The invasion was met with international criticism of Putin, resulting in sanctions and other diplomatic responses, further isolating Russia from the United States, the United Kingdom, the European Union and other countries.
Treasury secretary touts economic guarantees for Ukraine in Trump's deal
U.S. Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent has tried to convince Ukraine to accept a deal that would tie the U.S. and Ukrainian economies together.
Mary Trump issues warning as Donald Trump admin enters "new territory"
The president's estranged niece condemned FBI director Kash Patel on Friday, raising concern over the new state of the federal agency.
Donald Trump's once "favorite" newspaper fact-checks him on its cover
The New York Post on Friday responds to Trump calling Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky a "dictator."
Marco Rubio explains how Trump soured on Zelensky
The Secretary of State said the tension arose from disputes over a proposed economic deal and Ukraine's perceived lack of gratitude.
Trump's Ukraine envoy strikes different tone after meetings with Zelensky
While Trump has slammed Zelensky as a "dictator," his envoy took a sharply different tone after their Kyiv meeting on Thursday.
Trump acknowledges Russia 'attacked' Ukraine but defends Putin
Trump was pressed by the Fox News host regarding his remarks that Ukraine "should have never started" its war with Russia.
Trump's attack on Zelensky backfires
Ukrainians are rallying behind President Volodymyr Zelensky after U.S. President Donald Trump launched a series of attacks on his character and abilities.
What Trump's gamble on Putin could mean for China
Trump's overtures to Putin have prompted speculation about a possible political thaw at Beijing's expense.
The Dealmaker-in-Chief Just Sold Off America's National Security | Opinion
This may be a week historians take note of: the moment when a U.S. president officially surrendered to our nation's enemies with nary a shot fired.
Fox News confronts Trump adviser on who is most responsible for Ukraine war
Fox's Peter Doocy didn't get a straight answer when he asked who the U.S. thinks is most to blame in the Russia-Ukraine war.
Elon Musk says he can't be a Russian asset because Putin 'can't afford me'
The comments were made at the Conservative Political Action Conference (CPAC) in National Harbor, Maryland.
Mary Trump reveals question she asks every day since her uncle took office
Donald Trump's estranged niece, Mary, has been outspoken against the Republican politician for years.
Putin ally cheers "cherry" on top of Donald Trump's Ukraine criticism
Russian TV host Vladimir Solovyov said Trump is "in total alignment" with Russia.
Trump gave Europe three weeks to sign off on Ukraine "surrender": MEP
"If we don't, the United States will withdraw from Europe," Finland's Mika Aaltola said on X.
Zelensky must "treat Trump with respect" after attacks
Trump branded Zelensky a "dictator" while the Ukrainian said his U.S. counterpart was living in a Russian disinformation bubble.
Who is Valery Zaluzhny? Ukraine's ex-army chief could challenge Zelensky
Speculation is mounting about a possible successor to the Ukrainian president following Donald Trump's calls for elections to be held in Ukraine.
Russian military radar and spyware facility burns down in Moscow
The cause of the blaze is unclear but there have been numerous mysterious fires and explosions in Russia since Vladimir Putin's invasion of Ukraine in 2022.
Liz Cheney rips Trump over his "devotion to Putin" and "lies about history"
The former GOP congresswoman said on Wednesday that Trump "is the antithesis of everything Ronald Reagan stood for."
Fact Check: Did the US give $350B to Ukraine, as Trump claims?
President Donald Trump cited a figure not backed by evidence during a social media attack on Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky.
How many people have died in the Russia-Ukraine war?
President Donald Trump recently posted that "millions" have died in the war between Russia and Ukraine. Here are the latest casualties.
Mike Pence takes a swipe at Donald Trump over Ukraine
Pence said that "the Road to Peace must be built on the Truth" after Trump accused Ukraine of starting the war with Russia.
Trump's attacks on Zelensky spark Republican pushback
President Donald Trump's blistering attack on Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky has elicited backlash from a handful of Republicans.
Donald Trump says Zelensky 'dictator' without elections
In a Truth Social post on Wednesday, Trump called Zelensky a "dictator" due to the lack of elections in the war-torn country.
Putin says normal diplomatic ties to be restored between Russia and US
Russian President said the constant expulsion of diplomats "does not lead to anything good."
America's rivals are reaping benefits of jailing US civilians
Washington's adversaries are "unquestionably leveraging the detention of U.S. citizens for political gain," an expert told Newsweek.
Trump says Ukraine "should have never started war with Russia"
During a Tuesday news conference, President Donald Trump blamed Ukraine for starting the war with Russia.
Trump admin gives update to NATO ally about US troops in eastern Europe
Duda said his assessment was based on conversations he had with Gen. Keith Kellogg and US Secretary of Defense Pete Hegseth.
US peace plan for Ukraine "a gift" from Trump to Putin: EU lawmaker
A German lawmaker criticized the U.S.'s three-stage peace plan, which includes a ceasefire and elections in Ukraine.
Explosions rock Putin shadow fleet tanker off Italy coast
The Maltese-flagged oil tanker "Seajewel" was reported to be transporting Russian oil to Europe, in spite of sanctions.
Ukraine "won't recognize" Russia-US talks in Saudi Arabia: Zelensky
Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky said he did not know about U.S.-Russia talks in Saudi Arabia and "will not accept" them.
