Dec 3rd, 2009 · The statement by Prime Minister Vladimir Putin during a four-hour TV appearance that he "will think about it" is one of the strongest signals yet that he may run again for Russia's top office.
Jul 7th, 2009 · Wrapping up a two-day visit to Moscow, President Obama painted a picture of the U.S. and Russia as partners aligned against common threats. But he acknowledged after talks with Prime Minister Vladimir Putin that on divisive issues there won't be "a meeting of the minds anytime soon."
Jul 5th, 2009 · President Barack Obama arrives in Moscow for meetings with President Dmitri Medvedev and Prime Minister Vladimir Putin. The Obama administration says it is anxious to develop a new relationship with Russia, and press the "reset" button after difficult relations between Washington and Moscow under President Bush. NPR's Michele Kelemen reports.
Jul 3rd, 2009 · President Obama heads to Russia on Monday for meetings with President Dmitri Medvedev and Prime Minister Vladimir Putin. The Obama administration says it is anxious to "press the reset button" on U.S.-Russian relations after the rather tense relationship between Washington and Moscow.
Jan 13th, 2009 · Plummeting oil prices have sent shock waves through Russia's economy, and there are worries that the beginning of 2009 will bring a wave of layoffs across the country. Tens of thousands have already lost their jobs, and some suggest that resulting social unrest might cause a backlash against Prime Minister Vladimir Putin.
Sep 3rd, 2008 · Russia's Prime Minister Vladimir Putin was out with a group of wildlife specialists — and a camera crew — to see an Amur tiger, the world's biggest cat, trapped by researchers. When the tiger escaped, Putin grabbed a tranquilizer gun and quickly shot and sedated the tiger. His heroic deed — he saved the day and the television crew — was the top story on the evening news.