Vladimir Putin

The Russian president escapes on away-from-it-all break miles from anywhere.

President on 'unofficial' holiday amid some of Russia's most spectacular scenery.

Head of state believed to be in scenic Khakassia after his presidential plane spotted in Abakan.

A win would offer a boost to Siberia's international profile  as a winter sports haven, says president.

Alexei Tsydenov, 40, told Vladimir Putin that he can raise the quality of life 'in a fairly short period of time'.

The magnificent male Siberian cat is 11 months old and has just completed five months quarantine at Narita international airport.

One of Russia's special products is not allowed to be exported to China.

The Russian president took part in the 'Flight of Hope', giving a flying lesson to young white cranes ahead of their epic 5,000 km migration.

Russian president changes his midnight address to honour the bombing victims in Volgograd - and eliminate terrorists.

Measures being taken to ensure defence capabilities.