Vladimir Putin — See Pics

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March 31, 2016 4:34PM EDT

Vladimir Putin is the President of Russia. See photos of him here.

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Vladimir Putin

Vladimir Putin — Vladimir Putin has been the president of Russia for a decade, since being elected in 2012. While he’s only been president for ten years, he has been a long-standing leader in Russia for well-over 20-years. Prior to his election, Putin served as the country’s prime minister from 1999 to 2000 and then again from 2008 to 2012. Prior to his own political ambitions, he was a member of the KGB and served under President Boris Yeltsin.

Despite his long tenure, Putin has been one of the most controversial leaders on the international stage. He and Russia have faced backlash for their treatment of the LGBTQ community, especially following the passing of the “Russian gay propaganda law.” He’s also faced scrutiny for his relationship with former U.S. President Donald Trump. Most recently, Putin faced immense backlash, following Russia’s attack on Ukraine, amid growing tensions in the reason.

Scroll through our gallery to see more photos and learn more about the Russian president.

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Vladimir Putin At the International Arctic Forum

Vladimir Putin At the International Arctic Forum — President Vladimir Putin speaks on a panel at the international arctic forum in St. Petersburg, Russia in April 2019. This was the fifth time that the conference was held.

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Vladimir Putin Meets With The Pope

Vladimir Putin Meets With The Pope — President Vladimir Putin met with Pope Francis in Italy in July 2019. In light of the Ukraine attacks in 2022, Pope Francis made a personal trip to the Russian embassy in Rome.

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Vladimir Putin In Moscow

Vladimir Putin In Moscow — President Vladimir Putin met with German Chancellor Angela Merkel in January 2020, when she visited Russia. Many world leaders have met with Putin regularly throughout his presidency.

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Vladimir Putin At Fifth World Holocaust Forum

Vladimir Putin At Fifth World Holocaust Forum — Russian President Vladimir Putin gave a speech at the Fifth World Holocaust forum in Jerusalem in January 2020. He was one of many world leaders to join the event, including then United States Vice President Mike Pence.

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