Dmitry Peskov

Dmitry Sergeyevich Peskov is a Russian diplomat and the press secretary for Russian president Vladimir Putin.
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Some of the key events about Dmitry Peskov

  • 1989
    Graduated from Moscow State University with a degree in history and international relations
  • 1990
    Began career as a diplomat in the Soviet Foreign Ministry
  • 2000
    Joined the press service of the Russian President
  • 2004
    Appointed First Deputy Press Secretary of the President of Russia
  • 2008
    Became Press Secretary for Prime Minister Vladimir Putin
  • 2012
    Appointed Deputy Chief of Staff of the Presidential Administration and Press Secretary for President Putin
  • 2014
    Promoted to the rank of Ambassador Extraordinary and Plenipotentiary
  • 2014
    Defended Russia's annexation of Crimea, claiming it was a legitimate response to protect Russian-speaking populations
  • 2015
    Justified Russian military intervention in Syria, despite international concerns about civilian casualties
  • 2016
    Denied Russian involvement in the U.S. presidential election, despite evidence to the contrary
  • 2018
    Reappointed as Press Secretary for President Putin's new term
  • 2018
    Dismissed allegations of Russian involvement in the poisoning of Sergei and Yulia Skripal in the UK
  • 2019
    Defended the arrest of investigative journalist Ivan Golunov, initially claiming drug charges were legitimate
  • 2020
    Became a member of the Board of Trustees of the Russian Olympic Committee
  • 2020
    Downplayed the severity of the COVID-19 pandemic in Russia, contradicting health experts' warnings
  • 2021
    Justified the imprisonment of opposition leader Alexei Navalny, claiming he violated parole conditions
  • 2022
    Appointed as Deputy Chief of Staff of the Presidential Executive Office
  • 2022
    Defended Russia's full-scale invasion of Ukraine, describing it as a "special military operation"
  • 2022
    Threatened Western countries with nuclear retaliation for supporting Ukraine
  • 2023
    Dismissed reports of Russian war crimes in Ukraine, calling them "fake news"

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Putin offers safe haven to Assad as Syrian power suddenly changes hands

Putin offers safe haven to Assad as Syrian power suddenly changes hands

Russian president makes quick decision to shelter former Syrian leader after unexpected rebel victory. Moscow now faces tough talks about its military presence in the region with new Syrian leadership

Society, Politics • December 9 2024 , 02:33 PM  •  589 views
Trump's surprise Paris meeting with Zelenskiy brings new peace talk ideas

Trump's surprise Paris meeting with Zelenskiy brings new peace talk ideas

Former US president met with **Volodymyr Zelenskiy** in Paris during Notre-Dame reopening ceremony. The unexpected discussion led to fresh calls for peace-talks between Ukraine and Russia

Society, Politics • December 8 2024 , 09:39 PM  •  985 views
Trump's win shifts peace talk dynamics in Ukraine-Russia conflict

Trump's win shifts peace talk dynamics in Ukraine-Russia conflict

Recent political changes in US bring new focus to possible Ukraine-Russia negotiations. Moscow sets strict conditions while Kyiv stands firm on NATO membership‚ as various countries offer help in finding peace path

Society, Politics • December 4 2024 , 09:23 AM  •  568 views
NATO's new plan against secret attacks leaves Russia unhappy

NATO's new plan against secret attacks leaves Russia unhappy

NATO prepares fresh counter-measures for cyber-attacks and infrastructure damage from foreign powers. Alliance members discuss better ways to share intel and protect key systems across Europe

Politics • December 3 2024 , 02:34 PM  •  1457 views
Fresh wave of attacks breaks 4-year peace in northwest Syria

Fresh wave of attacks breaks 4-year peace in northwest Syria

Three-day clash between rebels and government forces in Syriaʼs northwest region leads to multiple civilian deaths. First major territorial shift since the Russia-Turkey peace deal about 4 years ago

Society, Politics • November 29 2024 , 05:52 PM  •  3885 views
Fresh fighting near Aleppo breaks longest peace period in Syria's conflict

Fresh fighting near Aleppo breaks longest peace period in Syria's conflict

North-western Syria sees first major territorial changes since the 2020 peace deal. Rebel groups captured multiple towns near Aleppo while Russia backs government forces with air-strikes

Society, Politics • November 29 2024 , 03:20 PM  •  1188 views
Russian official responds to Romanian election drama as recount begins

Russian official responds to Romanian election drama as recount begins

Romanian court demands vote recount after unexpected far-right success in presidential election. Security experts point to possible outside influence as two candidates prepare for December run-off

Politics • November 29 2024 , 12:03 PM  •  2728 views
Kremlin warns West: Nuclear talks about Ukraine cross dangerous line

Kremlin warns West: Nuclear talks about Ukraine cross dangerous line

Western officials hint at nuclear weapons transfer to Ukraine‚ causing strong reaction from Moscow. Kremlin calls such discussions dangerous while reminding about Russias updated defense doctrine

Society, Politics • November 26 2024 , 11:58 AM  •  1526 views
Trump team and Kremlin exchange views on Ukraine conflict resolution path

Trump team and Kremlin exchange views on Ukraine conflict resolution path

Trumpʼs advisor talks about peace-plan possibilities for Ukraine while Kremlin responds positively to these signals. Current US administration takes different approach focusing on military support

Society, Politics • November 25 2024 , 02:32 PM  •  2150 views
Small Italian town offers $1 homes to Americans seeking post-election escape

Small Italian town offers $1 homes to Americans seeking post-election escape

A tiny Italian village wants to attract US citizens with super-cheap housing deals after upcoming elections. Mayor says Americans will get special fast-track process to help save dying town

Society, Politics • November 21 2024 , 12:12 AM  •  937 views
Special hotline between Moscow and DC stays silent as military moves raise stakes

Special hotline between Moscow and DC stays silent as military moves raise stakes

Long-standing communication channel between US and Russia remains unused while military actions heat up. Both countries make bold moves with long-range weapons and policy changes

Politics • November 20 2024 , 09:15 AM  •  1099 views
Secret Kremlin sources reveal what Putin might give up in Ukraine talks with Trump

Secret Kremlin sources reveal what Putin might give up in Ukraine talks with Trump

Russian leader shows readiness for Ukraine peace-talks with **Donald Trump**‚ but has strict demands about territory and NATO. Five inside sources share Moscowʼs red-lines and possible compromise areas

Society, Politics • November 20 2024 , 06:45 AM  •  4037 views
North Korean soldiers join Russia's fight while US considers new weapon rules

North Korean soldiers join Russia's fight while US considers new weapon rules

US officials point to North-Korean troops fighting alongside Russia in Ukraine as a major shift in the conflict. Meanwhile Bidenʼs team looks at new rules for Ukraineʼs use of American-made weapons

Politics • November 19 2024 , 07:02 AM  •  1991 views
US missile decision could make it direct conflict player, Moscow warns

US missile decision could make it direct conflict player, Moscow warns

Moscow reacts to reports about US allowing Ukraine to strike deep into Russian territory. Kremlin officials point-out that such moves would mean direct American involvement in the on-going conflict

Society, Politics • November 18 2024 , 01:24 PM  •  3745 views
Russian leader gets involved in YouTube speed mystery after cinema boss complaint

Russian leader gets involved in YouTube speed mystery after cinema boss complaint

YouTube speed issues affect millions of Russian users while officials blame Googleʼs tech problems. Top film director brings up concerns directly to countryʼs leadership in recent meeting

Society, Politics • November 15 2024 , 04:10 PM  •  1197 views
Breaking news: Major political shifts shake up three continents at once

Breaking news: Major political shifts shake up three continents at once

Global politics saw dramatic changes as new leaders emerged and existing ones faced challenges. From US presidential race results to coalition breakdowns in Europe‚ the political landscape shifted dramatically

Society, Politics • November 7 2024 , 12:20 AM  •  1627 views
Moscow hints at possible shifts in US relations as White House race heats up

Moscow hints at possible shifts in US relations as White House race heats up

Russia-US ties hit rock-bottom as Moscow keeps eye on American election results. Kremlin spokesman discusses possible future scenarios while emphasizing current diplomatic stand-off

Politics • November 6 2024 , 06:10 PM  •  579 views
Secret plot to set cargo planes on fire exposed after German warehouse incident

Secret plot to set cargo planes on fire exposed after German warehouse incident

Package with hidden fire-starting device caught flames in German shipping hub this summer. Investigation shows links to wider plot targeting North-American flights‚ with several arrests made in Poland

Society, Politics • November 4 2024 , 11:00 PM  •  838 views
Secret energy talks between Ukraine and Russia leak out despite denials

Secret energy talks between Ukraine and Russia leak out despite denials

Qatar-backed talks aim to stop attacks on power facilities between Ukraine and Russia. Early-stage discussions could open door to broader peace negotiations‚ though Moscow denies any talks

Economics, Politics • October 30 2024 , 03:20 PM  •  923 views