World Leaders

List of Presidents of Russia

This list highlights the key figures who have led Russia as President since the dissolution of the Soviet Union. Each leader has played a significant role in shaping the country's modern political landscape.

3 itemsUpdated Mar 13, 2026

This chronological list documents all 3 individuals who have held this office. It includes their terms of service and key biographical details, compiled from verified historical records.

#	Name	End Date	Start Date
1	Boris Yeltsin Soviet and Russian politician, 1st President of Russia (1931–2007)	Dec 31, 1999	Jul 10, 1991
2	Vladimir Putin 2nd and 4th President of Russia (2000–2008, 2012–present), 7th and 11th Prime Minister of Russia (1999–2000, 2008–2012), Director of the Federal Security Service (1998–1999) and Deputy Mayor of Saint Petersburg (1994–1996)	May 7, 2008	May 7, 2000
3	Dmitry Medvedev President of Russia from 2008 to 2012, Prime Minister of Russia (2012-2020) and Deputy Chairman of the Security Council of Russia since 2020	May 7, 2012	May 7, 2008

This list is compiled from verified public records and reference sources. Last verified: March 13, 2026.

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