Vladimir Putin

Vladimir Putin, serving as Russia's President since 2012 (with earlier terms dating back to 2000), has been a central figure in the ongoing conflict with Ukraine. Recent news highlights his role in Russian military actions against Ukraine, including strikes on energy infrastructure and missile attacks. These aggressive moves have sparked international concern and led to increased sanctions from allied nations aiming to pressure Russia into peace talks. Putin's stance remains defiant, asserting that Russia will not be coerced by external pressures or sanctions. The potential summit between Trump and Putin in Budapest has been postponed amid these tensions.