Russian President Vladimir Putin has sought another presidential term in the country, extending his rule by another six years as he enjoys widespread support despite the Russia-Ukraine war. Putin has served over two decades as Russian President, from 2000 to 2008 and then from 2012 onwards.Russian President Vladimir Putin has sought another presidential term in the country, extending his rule by another six years as he enjoys widespread support despite the Russia-Ukraine war. Putin has served over two decades as Russian President, from 2000 to 2008 and then from 2012 onwards.