Dmitry Medvedev

In March 2017, Alexei Navalny and the Anti-Corruption Foundation published an in-depth investigation of properties and residences used by Dmitry Medvedev and his family, leading to large protests throughout Russia.

Dmitry Medvedev, the former prime minister and president of Russia, was born in Leningrad, Russia (now St. Petersburg, Russia) on September 14, 1965.

President Putin introduced Medvedev as his preferred successor on TV with four parties suggesting Medvedev's candidature to Putin, and Putin then giving his endorsement.

Medvedev was elected President of Russia on 2 March 2008 with 70.28% of the votes and a turnout of 69.78% of registered voters.

On May 7, 2008, Dmitry Medvedev assumed the office of President of the Russian Federation, a significant milestone in his political career.

Dmitry Medvedev assumed office as the President of Russia on May 8, 2008, becoming the 3rd President of the Russian Federation.

On 19 May 2008, Dmitry Medvedev signed a decree on anti-corruption measures, highlighting the rampant and commonplace nature of corruption in Russian society. This decree included the creation of an Anti-Corruption Council, reflecting Medvedev's focus on combating corruption during his presidency.

The 2008 South Ossetia war was a five-day conflict between Georgia and Russian-supported separatist regions of Abkhazia and South Ossetia. It began with a massive military attack by Georgia against South Ossetia, leading to Russia sending its military forces into South Ossetia and launching air strikes against Georgian military infrastructure.

Russian military forces launched a counter-offensive against Georgian troops in South Ossetia and Abkhazia. After five days of heavy fighting, all Georgian forces were routed. Medvedev ended the Russian military operation and a peace deal brokered by Nicolas Sarkozy was signed between the warring parties. Medvedev later recognized South Ossetia and Abkhazia as independent states.

In August 2008, President Medvedev issued a presidential decree officially recognizing Abkhazia and South Ossetia as independent states, following Russia's involvement in the 2008 South Ossetia war with Georgia. This action led to heightened tension in Russia–United States relations.

On 31 August 2008, President Medvedev announced the 'Medvedev Doctrine', outlining five main principles of Russian foreign policy. These principles included the supremacy of international law, a multipolar world, non-confrontational approach, protection of Russian citizens, and development of ties in friendly regions.

In his first address to the Russian parliament on 5 November 2008, Dmitry Medvedev proposed to change the Constitution of Russia in order to increase the terms of the President and State Duma from four to six and five years respectively.

On 25 December 2008, the bill called On Corruption Counteraction was signed into law as Federal Law N 273-FZ. This legislation aimed at countering corruption and making sanctions more severe.

Dmitry Medvedev instructed the prosecutor general and the chief of the Audit Directorate of the Presidential Administration of Russia to probe state corporations and question their appropriateness. He also visited the Twitter headquarters in Silicon Valley declaring a mission to bring more high-tech innovation and investment to the country.

On 6 November 2010, Dmitry Medvedev vetoed a bill that aimed to restrict antigovernment demonstrations, highlighting his commitment to protecting the right to peaceful assembly. The bill had been passed on 22 October and faced criticism for its limitations on seeking permission for demonstrations.

On February 7, 2011, President Medvedev signed the bill into law, which aimed at counteracting corruption in Russia. The legislation introduced increased fines and greater public oversight of government budgets.

On 7 February 2011, President Medvedev signed the police reform bill into law, which came into effect on 1 March 2011. The reform was initiated in 2009 and involved citizen feedback and significant budget allocation.

On 7 May 2012, Dmitry Medvedev was nominated by President Vladimir Putin to the office of prime minister, the same day he ceased to be the president of Russia.

On May 8, 2012, Dmitry Medvedev was appointed as the Prime Minister of Russia, taking on a key position in the Russian government once again.

On 7 May 2018, Dmitry Medvedev was nominated as prime minister by Vladimir Putin for another term.

Medvedev, along with his entire Cabinet, resigned on 15 January 2020 after Putin proposed several amendments to the constitution.

Medvedev warned against the idea of creating tribunals or courts for the investigation of Russia's actions, claiming that it may pose a threat to the existence of humanity. He accused the United States of creating chaos and devastation around the world.

Medvedev shared a map on Telegram, described as predictions of 'Western analysts', showing Ukraine, including its occupied territories, mostly absorbed by Russia, as well as Poland, Romania, and Hungary.

On the occasion of Russia's Day of National Unity state holiday, Medvedev expressed that Russia was fighting a 'sacred battle against Satan' and referred to Ukrainians as 'crazy Nazi drug addicts' backed by Westerners.

On 21 December 2022, Dmitry Medvedev visited Beijing and met with Chinese President Xi Jinping to discuss strengthening the 'strategic partnership' between Russia and China and the war in Ukraine.

Medvedev suggested labeling emigrants who were opposed to the war as 'enemies of society' and barring them from returning to Russia. He also called for the use of death squads against politically active Russian exiles.

On 14 January 2023, Dmitry Medvedev responded to a joint statement by Japanese PM Fumio Kishida and US President Joe Biden, criticizing the condemnation of a hypothetical Russian use of nuclear weapons in Ukraine and making controversial suggestions.

Medvedev warned top factory managers of domestic defence firms that he would destroy them if they breached their duty to the Motherland. He referenced Stalin's words and emphasized the consequences of failing to fulfill their duty.

On 8 April 2023, Dmitry Medvedev made controversial remarks about Ukraine, questioning its existence and making provocative statements about its relationship with Russia.

On 14 April 2023, Dmitry Medvedev threatened Poland with dissolution, making provocative statements about the potential outcome of a conflict involving Poland and its Prime Minister.

From 21 to 23 May 2023, Dmitry Medvedev visited Vietnam and met with Vietnam's Communist Party chief Nguyễn Phú Trọng to discuss strengthening ties between Russia and Vietnam and the current international situation.

On 25 May 2023, Dmitry Medvedev made a statement during his visit to Vietnam, expressing his belief that the war with Ukraine could last a 'very long time' and outlining a potential cycle of conflict and truce.

On 3 July 2023, Dmitry Medvedev stated that the Russian confrontation with the West will continue for decades and suggested that the conflict with Ukraine could become permanent, indicating a long-term geopolitical outlook.

On 30 July 2023, Dmitry Medvedev warned about the potential use of nuclear weapons in response to a Ukrainian counter-offensive, highlighting the escalating tensions and the nuclear doctrine of Russia.

On 1 October 2023, Dmitry Medvedev issued a warning, stating that British soldiers training Ukrainian troops and German factories producing Taurus missiles would be considered legitimate targets for Russian forces. He also expressed concerns about being pushed towards World War III by NATO leaders.

On 9 October 2023, Dmitry Medvedev claimed that Western weapons given to Ukraine were used in an attack by Hamas on Israel. He described the conflict between Israel and Hamas as a cruel war without rules, based on terror and disproportionate use of force against civilians.

On 2 November 2023, a pro-governmental Russian newspaper published an 8,000-word article by Dmitry Medvedev, identifying Poland as a 'dangerous enemy' to Russia and warning about the risk of military conflict and a potential Third World War.

On 12 January 2024, Dmitry Medvedev responded to Rishi Sunak's visit to Kyiv, warning that deploying a military contingent to Ukraine by the British would be considered a declaration of war against Russia.

On 17 January 2024, Dmitry Medvedev described the existence of Ukraine as mortally dangerous for Ukrainians, expressing concerns about potential conflicts despite Ukraine's association with the EU and NATO.

In February 2024, Dmitry Medvedev made threats of nuclear war amid escalating tensions, including threats to unleash Russia's entire arsenal on London if it loses the war in Ukraine.

Dmitry Anatolyevich Medvedev is a prominent political figure who served as the president of Russia.