Some have argued that Russia's President Putin could be the most powerful man in the world. Here's a closer look at why. For more on Russia's politics and power, head to cnn.com/russia-decoded | CNN

Vladimir Putin spoke to reporters about Russia's position on its war with Ukraine after the Russian president's earlier high stakes phone call with US President Donald Trump. Read more: https://cnn.it/4kqXOhG | CNN

Former President Donald Trump called Russian President Vladimir Putin's moves in Ukraine “genius,” while others in the GOP are criticizing the Biden administration for being too weak on Russia. | CNN