A surprising video has resurfaced featuring Vladimir Putin speaking English—an unusual departure from his standard practice of communicating exclusively in Russian during public appearances.
While the clip is drawing attention to the Russian president’s language skills, it comes just as one of his key allies is firmly rejecting former U.S. President Donald Trump’s proposal for peace in Ukraine.
Putin’s English Moment
Though Putin generally relies on interpreters at official events, he has occasionally demonstrated his ability to speak in English. One notable instance was during Russia’s bid to host the 2020 World Expo in Yekaterinburg, where he addressed the audience directly in English.