Vladimir Putin – DW
Vladimir Vladimirovich Putin has been serving as President of Russia since 2012.
www.dw.comKremlin carried out nuclear forces drills resembling counterstrikes this week. The president staged an unscheduled trip to Chechnya. State leadership actions connected to the war in Ukraine. Also, condemned the Luhansk attack. Reports highlights leadership's risk signaling. Analysts note attention on nuclear drills while Putin's travels shape international perception of Russia's stance. Current headlines underscore the ongoing conflict in Ukraine.