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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“In any matter where I can be of assistance, I am at your service,” Orbán told Putin.

From Salon • Apr. 7, 2026

"We see that Armenia is discussing developing relations with the European Union, and we are completely calm about this," Putin said.

From Barron's • Apr. 1, 2026

Ghalibaf has posted video showing him piloting aircraft and became famous as mayor for riding his motorcycle, cultivating a strongman persona that some Iran watchers have compared to Russian President Vladimir Putin.

From The Wall Street Journal • Mar. 25, 2026

But if Mr Nobody Against Putin does win the Oscar, his acceptance speech will be written by his former students.

From BBC • Mar. 13, 2026

These allegations were vehemently denied by President Vladimir Putin in a phone call to Bush - and ridiculed by the companies ostensibly involved.

From Russian Roulette: Russia's Economy in Putin's Era by Vaknin, Samuel

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