Former Russian diplomat and author of the book “Putin from A to Z,” Vladimir Fedorovski discusses the man who is often presented as the new Tsar of Russia.
In his new book, Putin from A to Z, Vladimir Fedorovski reveals the secrets of an extraordinary character, exploring his personal life, his entourage, his system, and his methods.
Vladimir Fedorovski speaks of the President of Russia in these terms: “Putin is an unavoidable phenomenon of modern geopolitics. He believes that the world war has started. It is the long and deadly war against Islamism.”
Vladimir Putin’s third term marks the return of Russia among the countries that matter on the international stage. He embodies the return of a strong Russia, and the only thing that interests him is defending Russia’s interests and protecting its borders.
The connections between Vladimir Putin and the KGB, now known as the FSB, are a basis for his rise to power, and one of the cornerstones of his authority—along with the Church.
Putin is also adept at shaping the narrative of history. By evoking nostalgia for the great USSR, he positions himself as a strong and uncontested leader, in the lineage of Lenin and Stalin.
The question of rapprochement with Russia arises in France. “France has a geopolitical interest in drawing closer to Russia,” claims Vladimir Fedorovski. This is an effort pursued by the National Front and François Fillon since they began their electoral campaigns.
From an external perspective, the way Vladimir Putin governs his country poses several problems for Western states. Cold, skillful, and pragmatic, the secret agent president remains very close to the Church and pursues a conservative policy.
For Vladimir Fedorovski, one thing is certain: we must take seriously a man who intends to join Stalin in history.
