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Putin Appoints 24 Relatives, Boosts Family Financial Security

11/16/2025

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Vladimir Putin reportedly appointed 24 relatives to government positions, including grandchildren, according to a Proekt Group investigation.
The investigation claims these appointments aim to secure financial benefits for Putin's family.
Among the beneficiaries are the families of Putin's four known mistresses.
In a discussion on Russia's declining birth rate, Putin said having children should be a personal choice and that the state should support families.

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Vladimir Putin reportedly appointed 24 relatives to government positions, including grandchildren, according to a Proekt Group investigation.
The investigation claims these appointments aim to secure financial benefits for Putin's family.
Among the beneficiaries are the families of Putin's four known mistresses.
In a discussion on Russia's declining birth rate, Putin said having children should be a personal choice and that the state should support families.