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Vladimir Putin.

2nd and 4th President of Russia (2000-2008, 2012-present), 7th and 11th Prime Minister of Russia (1999-2000, 2008-2012), Director of the Federal Security Service (1998-1999) and Deputy Mayor of Saint Petersburg (1994-1996)

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  • Xi Jinping Operational

    The two leaders maintain a deep, strategic partnership characterized by mutual coordination and strengthening of bilateral ties on global issues.

    Well supportedSun 16:54
  • NATO Operational

    NATO and Vladimir Putin are engaged in a high-stakes geopolitical conflict, with Putin actively testing NATO's resolve and NATO responding to perceived threats.

    Well supportedSat 11:22
  • Narendra Modi Operational

    The leaders maintain a high-stakes, reciprocal operational relationship characterized by frequent bilateral talks on global security, trade, and geopolitical conflicts.

    Well supportedTue 07:01
  • Dmitry Medvedev Structural

    Putin appointed Medvedev to high-ranking positions where he serves as his representative and spokesperson.

    Well supportedFri 08:57
  • Alexander Lukashenko Operational

    The leaders maintain a close alliance, actively coordinating on regional security, war, and cooperation issues.

    Well supportedWed 07:08
  • China Operational

    China and Vladimir Putin engage in high-level diplomatic cooperation, strategic coordination, and active competition in areas like AI development.

    Well supportedSep 6
  • Abdel Fattah el-Sisi Operational

    The leaders maintain an active working relationship characterized by high-level bilateral talks and summit participation.

    Well supportedSep 14
  • Boris Yeltsin Structural

    Vladimir Putin served as an administrator under Boris Yeltsin during a historical period.

    Some supportFri 21:34
  • Poland Operational

    Putin views Poland as a geopolitical entity within his sphere of influence, facing defense against his aggressive claims and actions.

    Well supportedSep 14
  • Valery Gerasimov Structural

    Gerasimov functions as the Chief of General Staff, providing operational reports and briefings directly to Vladimir Putin.

    Well supportedAug 5
  • Vostok Operational

    Vladimir Putin formally launched operations at Vostok Oil located in Vostok.

    Well supportedSep 10
  • Kirill Dmitriev Structural

    Kirill Dmitriev serves as Vladimir Putin's special envoy and top economic representative.

    Well supportedFri 12:51
  • Mikhail Vedernikov Structural

    The governor of the Pskov Oblast reports to the President on regional socioeconomic development, establishing a formal chain of command.

    Some supportSep 11
  • Boris Nadezhdin Operational

    Nadezhdin actively challenged and criticized Putin's political ambitions and policies, leading to state repercussions.

    Well supportedSep 17
  • Alexander Novak Structural

    Novak functions as a high-level official and point man for Putin, participating in his government and oil sector initiatives.

    Well supportedSep 16
  • The ICC has issued multiple arrest warrants against Vladimir Putin regarding alleged war crimes and unlawful deportation.

    Well supportedMon 17:48
  • Donbas Operational

    Consistent evidence shows Vladimir Putin's primary geopolitical objective is the seizure and control of the Donbas region.

    Well supportedSat 19:05
  • Keir Starmer Operational

    A actively opposes B's aggression through sanctions, defense spending, and coordinated political pressure.

    Some supportJun 17
  • Russian Railways Structural

    The leadership of Russian Railways reports performance briefings to President Putin, establishing a functional hierarchy.

    Some supportAug 2
  • Nikol Pashinyan Operational

    The two leaders maintain continuous, high-stakes bilateral dialogue covering geopolitical crises, trade restrictions, and Armenia's future policy.

    Well supportedFri 23:13
  • State Duma Structural

    Putin utilizes the State Duma as an instrument to legitimize his executive power and enact policy.

    Well supportedSep 21
  • Alexander Chaiko Structural

    A holds a high-ranking position in the military structure of B, appointed via a presidential decree.

    Some supportJun 10
  • Kim Jong-un Operational

    The leaders maintain a formal strategic partnership characterized by mutual diplomatic support, ongoing high-level coordination, and deepening military cooperation.

    Well supportedSep 15
  • Ministry of Defence Operational

    The MoD operates in response to geopolitical threats and aggressive campaigns originating from Vladimir Putin, who targets UK defense policy and industry.

    Well supportedSep 13
  • Marcos Operational

    Leaders Marcos and Putin engage in high-level diplomatic coordination, discussing cooperation and specific political concerns.

    Well supportedJun 23
  • Viktor Liina Structural

    Viktor Liina operates in a subordinate capacity, reporting on naval readiness to Vladimir Putin.

    Well supportedAug 12
  • Steve Witkoff Operational

    Steve Witkoff and Vladimir Putin are engaged in ongoing diplomatic negotiations regarding peace efforts for the Russia-Ukraine conflict.

    Well supportedSep 14
  • Belarus Operational

    Belarus and Vladimir Putin maintain a strong political and military alliance characterized by high-level coordination and mutual strategic support.

    Well supportedSep 19
  • Federation Council Structural

    The Federation Council's proposed legislation requires the final assent of Vladimir Putin to achieve status as law.

    Some supportJun 3
  • Pyongyang Structural

    A mutual defense treaty is in place, leading to ongoing high-level coordination between Pyongyang and Vladimir Putin.

    Well supportedAug 16
  • FSB Structural

    Vladimir Putin tasks the FSB, his security service, with exercising state control.

    Some supportFri 19:26
  • Ramzan Kadyrov Structural

    The relationship is characterized by a deep political alliance, rooted in a former appointment, and currently functioning as a close political partnership.

    Well supportedSep 22

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