Putin, Russia

Putin lauds the strength of Russia’s war economy. Others see a mirage
Since Moscow’s full-scale invasion of Ukraine in 2022, Russia’s economy has surpassed expectations. But some experts say this image of resilience is a mirage crafted by the Kremlin.
Putin Faces 'Really Big Problems' in Russian Economy: Report
The Russian leader is reportedly facing growing pressure from Russia's elite to engage in peace talks to end the war.
Putin is reportedly growing worried that Russia's economic situation is worsening
Vladimir Putin is growing distressed by challenges cropping up in the country's economy, which include high inflation and labor shortages, Reuters reported.
Trump threatens tariffs on Russia if Putin doesn't 'settle now and stop' Ukraine war
In a post to Truth Social, President Trump threatened to hit Russia with tariffs if Vladimir Putin refuses to make a deal on the Ukraine war.
Putin ‘worried' as five-word admission reveals paranoia about Russian economy's weakness
Vladimir Putin has exposed his worry over a weakness in Russia's economy. The President is thought to be concerned over the effect that lower oil prices would have on his domestic position as well as Russia's ability to wage war in Ukraine.
Trump warns Putin he'll be the next tariff target over the Ukraine war, but the US hardly has Russian imports to levy
Trump promised during his campaign that upon his return to the White House, he would swiftly end Russia's invasion of Ukraine.
Putin growing concerned about Russia’s economy as Trump threatens sanctions
Vladimir Putin is said to be increasingly worried about Russia’s economy as Donald Trump has threatened to impose new sanctions to pressure the Kremlin into reaching an agreement with Ukraine. Russia’s economy,
Putin growing concerned by Russia’s economy, as Trump pushes for Ukraine deal: report
President Vladimir Putin has grown increasingly concerned about distortions in Russia’s wartime economy, just as Donald Trump pushes for an end to the Ukraine conflict, five sources with knowledge of the situation told Reuters.
Putin declares success but Russian economy feels the strain
Russia anticipated achieving the most significant territorial advances since the beginning of the war. Reuters, citing its sources, reports that Putin claims Russia has achieved its primary objectives in Ukraine.
Putin Reportedly Concerned Over Russia’s Economic Challenges
Russian President Vladimir Putin appears increasingly concerned about the country's economy, as US President Donald Trump calls for an end to the war in Ukraine. Western sanctions have targeted Moscow throughout the invasion,
Russia expert on Putin’s ‘ultimate game’
Former CNN Moscow bureau chief Jill Dougherty weighs in on what she thinks Russian President Vladimir Putin’s goals are, ...
Fact Check: No Evidence Vladimir Putin Wants Fauci Extradited To Russia
On Jan. 22, posts on the social media platform X alleged that Russian President Vladimir Putin wanted to extradite Dr.
Russia’s Putin and China’s Xi discuss their close ties in chat after Trump’s inauguration
Russian President Vladimir Putin has had a call with Chinese President Xi Jinping, emphasizing the two countries’ close ties, ...
In Rare Criticism, Trump Says Putin Is ‘Destroying Russia’
President Vladimir V. Putin of Russia praised President Trump’s second inauguration, but the American leader did not return ...
North Korea's Kim Expected to Send More Troops, Weapons to Russia
North Korean troops' limited combat experience and unfamiliarity with the terrain of the Russian-Ukrainian battlefields have ...