Early Life and Education of Vladimir Putin: A Complete Timeline

An overview of the childhood and early education of Vladimir Putin, highlighting the experiences that shaped the journey.

Vladimir Putin is a Russian politician serving as President of Russia since 2012, and previously from 2000 to 2008. He also served as Prime Minister of Russia from 1999 to 2000 and 2008 to 2012. As the longest-serving Russian president since the Soviet Union's dissolution, his leadership has significantly shaped Russia's domestic and foreign policies.

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Full Timeline Early Life & Education Career & Achievements Success & Recognition Challenges & Struggles Controversies & Scandals

2001: Russian Territorial Extension Claim

In 2001, Russia made a territorial extension claim, part of which was the Russian expedition Arktika 2007.

August 2007: Russian Expedition Arktika 2007

In August 2007, the Russian expedition Arktika 2007 planted a flag on the seabed at the North Pole as part of research related to Russia's territorial extension claim.

2007: Successful Sochi Olympics Bid

In 2007, Putin led a successful effort on behalf of Sochi for the 2014 Winter Olympics and the 2014 Winter Paralympics, the first Winter Olympic Games to ever be hosted by Russia.

2008: Kazan Wins Bid for Summer Universiade

In 2008, the city of Kazan won the bid for the 2013 Summer Universiade.

December 2010: Russia Wins Right to Host FIFA Confederations Cup and World Cup

On December 2, 2010, Russia won the right to host the 2017 FIFA Confederations Cup and 2018 FIFA World Cup, marking the first time these events would be held in Russian history.

2012: Patriarch Kirill Endorsed Putin's Election

In 2012, Patriarch Kirill of Moscow, head of the Russian Orthodox Church, endorsed Putin's election, stating Putin's terms were like "a miracle of God".

2012: Founding of Izborsky Club

In 2012, the Izborsky Club was founded by conservative journalist Alexander Prokhanov, emphasizing Russian nationalism, the restoration of Russia's historical greatness, and systematic opposition to liberal ideas and policies.

2013: Gay Athletes at Sochi Winter Olympics

In 2013, Putin stated that gay athletes would not face any discrimination at the 2014 Sochi Winter Olympics.

2014: Sochi Winter Olympics and Paralympics

In 2014, the Sochi Winter Olympics and the 2014 Winter Paralympics were held, marking the first time Russia hosted the Winter Olympic Games.

2017: Russia to host FIFA Confederations Cup

In 2017, Russia hosted FIFA Confederations Cup.

2018: Russia to host FIFA World Cup

In 2018, Russia hosted FIFA World Cup.

2020: Efforts to Reduce Abortions

In 2020, Putin supported efforts to reduce the number of abortions instead of prohibiting it.

2020: Support for Constitutional Referendum Defining Marriage

In 2020, Putin supported the Russian constitutional referendum, which defined marriage as a relationship between one man and one woman in the Constitution of Russia.

2022: Invasion of Ukraine

Since the 2022 Ukraine invasion, Putin has only once granted an interview to a Western journalist, namely Tucker Carlson in February 2024.

November 2023: Putin's Speech to the World Russian People's Council

On 28 November 2023, during a speech to the World Russian People's Council, Putin urged Russian women to have "seven, eight, or even more children" and said "large families must become the norm, a way of life for all of Russia's people".