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Putin Aide Kozak Resigns Amid Shift in Influence

9/19/2025

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Dmitri Kozak, a senior aide to President Putin, voluntarily resigned, as confirmed by Kremlin spokesperson Dmitry Peskov.
Known for opposing the Ukraine invasion, Kozak had previously advised for peace negotiations.
He is reportedly exploring business opportunities, diverging from the usual practice of government reassignment.
His resignation follows a decline in influence, with responsibilities moving to Sergei Kiriyenko, a supporter of the invasion.
There are no signs of a significant rift within Putin's inner circle despite Kozak's departure.

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Dmitri Kozak, a senior aide to President Putin, voluntarily resigned, as confirmed by Kremlin spokesperson Dmitry Peskov.
Known for opposing the Ukraine invasion, Kozak had previously advised for peace negotiations.
He is reportedly exploring business opportunities, diverging from the usual practice of government reassignment.
His resignation follows a decline in influence, with responsibilities moving to Sergei Kiriyenko, a supporter of the invasion.
There are no signs of a significant rift within Putin's inner circle despite Kozak's departure.