Putin

British

/ ˈpjutɪn /

noun

Vladimir ( Vladimirovich ). born 1952, Russian statesman; president of Russia (2000–08) and from 2012; prime minister (2008–12)

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He has been beaten at the game he chose to play against Messrs. Xi and Putin.

From The Wall Street Journal

"This time, we plan to discuss a broader set of issues, focusing on key ones related to the territories and other demands," a spokesperson for Vladimir Putin told reporters, including AFP, explaining the personnel change.

From Barron's

Navalny, a charismatic anti-corruption campaigner who rallied hundreds of thousands to the streets in protest at the Russian leadership, was President Vladimir Putin's fiercest domestic opponent for years.

From Barron's

They began with the IOC president urging a crowd of global leaders that included Vladimir Putin to give peace a chance.

From The Wall Street Journal

"I am both afraid and curious about how to combat this once Putin is gone."

From Barron's

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