Advertisement
Advertisement
TOPIC
/
people
Vladimir Putin
+ FOLLOW
Related Topics:
Vladimir Putin
Latest news, in-depth features and opinion on Russian President Vladimir Putin. He has been president since 2012, previously holding the position between 2000 and 2008.
SHOW FULL PROFILE
Born
7 Oct 1952
Industry
Politics
Job Title
President of Russia
China-Russia relations
After China-US reset, Putin heads to Beijing for Sino-Russian strategic refresh
Latest trip could allow leaders to align positions on recent geopolitical developments days after Donald Trump’s high-profile visit.
16 May 2026 - 7:16PM
videocam
13
Ukraine war
36 nations approve tribunal creation to prosecute Russia over Ukraine
15 May 2026 - 9:44PM
videocam
2026 Xi-Trump summit
What did American allies make of Trump’s trip to China to meet Xi?
15 May 2026 - 11:54PM
videocam
11
2026 Xi-Trump summit
Xi Jinping welcomes Trump into China’s hidden heart: Zhongnanhai
Centuries-old trees and ‘most beautiful’ roses take centre stage as US leader taken on rare stroll around secluded, symbolic seat of power.
15 May 2026 - 10:32PM
videocam
8
2026 Xi-Trump summit
Xi Jinping meets foreign leaders: tracker, May 2026
Russian President Vladimir Putin will visit China right after the Trump-Xi summit.
15 May 2026 - 3:05PM
China-Russia relations
Exclusive
|
Russia’s Putin is heading to China next week, days after Xi-Trump summit
The Russian leader’s one-day visit, tipped for May 20, is unlikely to feature the pomp and elaborate details of the US president’s trip.
15 May 2026 - 8:08PM
videocam
29
Advertisement
Advertisement
Advertisement
Ukraine war
Russia unleashes 1,500 attack drones on Ukraine, shattering prospects for peace
Kyiv bears brunt of deadly two-day attack, days after Putin said that he thought the Ukraine war was coming to an end.
15 May 2026 - 9:03AM
Russia
Putin hails ‘world’s most powerful’ nuclear-capable missile in key test
Russian president boasts Sarmat ICBM’s capabilities months after the expiry of a nuclear treaty with the US.
13 May 2026 - 12:10PM
videocam
Ukraine war
Zelensky’s ex-chief of staff named as suspect in money-laundering probe
Andriy Yermak was Ukraine’s lead negotiator in talks with the US and left during the scandal.
12 May 2026 - 6:32PM
videocam
European Union
EU rejects Putin’s idea of role for ex-German leader in future security talks
EU ministers dismiss proposed role for Gerhard Schroeder, who has cultivated a close relationship with Russia’s president.
12 May 2026 - 1:00PM
Ukraine war
Putin says he thinks Ukraine conflict is coming to an end
The Russian leader added that a meeting with Ukraine’s Zelensky was possible only once a lasting peace deal was reached.
10 May 2026 - 8:55AM
videocam
9
Russia
Putin criticises Nato at Victory Day parade in Moscow
At this year’s event, marking WWII victory, troops were told that in Ukraine they face ‘an aggressive force’ armed by the military alliance.
9 May 2026 - 9:12PM
videocam
6
Ukraine war
Beginning of the end? Trump announces 3-day Russia-Ukraine ceasefire deal
US president says ceasefire will include suspension of all ‘kinetic activity’ and an exchange of prisoners.
9 May 2026 - 6:20AM
videocam
6
China-Russia relations
China-Russia ties can withstand any US containment efforts: Chinese policy adviser
Beijing-Moscow relationship described as having ‘inherent stability’, with a ‘stable mechanism’ able to withstand outside pressures.
8 May 2026 - 8:00PM
videocam
Ukraine war
Russia and Ukraine trade attacks ahead of Moscow war parade
Russia has threatened a massive strike on the heart of Kyiv if Ukraine disrupts the Victory Day parade on Saturday.
8 May 2026 - 4:26PM
Ukraine war
Russia urges foreigners to leave Ukraine capital over Victory Day threat
Moscow says it will respond to any attempt by Ukraine to disrupt Saturday’s commemorations.
7 May 2026 - 7:16PM
Malaysia
Well-oiled diplomacy: Malaysian king visits Moscow as Anwar eyes Russian energy
Though Sultan Ibrahim’s visit is officially ceremonial, its timing coincides with the energy squeeze plaguing Malaysia and much of Asia.
7 May 2026 - 4:36PM
videocam
Advertisement
Advertisement
Advertisement
Ukraine war
Putin and Zelensky announce rival ceasefires ahead of Russia’s Victory Day
Moscow threatens ‘massive’ strike on Kyiv if May 9 parade is disrupted, as Ukraine plans own truce starting Tuesday night.
5 May 2026 - 4:03PM
Diplomacy
Strait of Hormuz woes, US-Nato ‘crisis’: 7 global relations reads
From a possible Trump-Iran joint venture to Russia-China talks, here are highlights from the SCMP’s overseas correspondents in April 2026.
4 May 2026 - 10:30PM
Ukraine war
Drone hits upscale Moscow tower as city readies for Red Square parade
Tower just kilometres from the Kremlin hit after Russia scales back May 9 parade over security concerns.
4 May 2026 - 3:36PM
Middle East
Letters
|
UAE’s Opec exit reflects a complex world
Readers discuss the UAE’s decision to leave the oil cartel, and a Vietnamese leader’s choice to travel twice on China’s high-speed trains.
4 May 2026 - 11:30AM
China-North Korea relations
Why a 5-year defence pact between North Korea and Russia could make China uneasy
Rare cooperation plan with Moscow could accelerate Pyongyang’s military modernisation on multiple fronts, analysts say.
3 May 2026 - 10:00PM
videocam
19
Academy Awards
Oscar statue goes missing after director forced to check it on flight
Pavel Talankin’s prize was misplaced for two days until it was relocated by Lufthansa after an international outcry.
2 May 2026 - 1:55AM
US, Israel war on Iran
Oil surge on Trump blockade warning tests stocks’ resilience
Crude oil surged to a four-year high and stocks pared April gains after US President Donald Trump said that a US block of the Strait of Hormuz could last months.
30 Apr 2026 - 5:00PM
Africa
Mali turmoil tests Russia’s image as a security guarantor in Africa
Large-scale attacks targeting Mali’s military government pose a serious threat to Russian strategic and economic interests.
30 Apr 2026 - 2:02PM
US, Israel war on Iran
Trump, Putin talk Iran and Ukraine, US energy exports up: what happened overnight
The two conflicts could end on a ‘similar timetable’ US President Donald Trump has said.
30 Apr 2026 - 12:09PM
videocam
US, Israel war on Iran
Trump hails ‘very good’ Putin call as Iran talks stall and Ukraine war drags on
US president says Russian leader offered help on Iran’s enriched uranium and discussed a Victory Day ceasefire in Ukraine.
30 Apr 2026 - 5:02PM
Russia
Russia to hold equipment-free Red Square parade as Ukraine war grinds on
Moscow will exclude military equipment from its May 9 celebrations, citing ‘Ukrainian terrorist activity’.
29 Apr 2026 - 6:06PM
Advertisement
Advertisement
Advertisement
Help preserve 120 years of quality journalism.
SUPPORT NOW
Advertisement
Advertisement
Advertisement
Advertisement
Advertisement
Advertisement
Advertisement
Advertisement
Advertisement
Advertisement
Advertisement
Advertisement