SAEDNEWS: On the occasion of the Russian President Vladimir Putin’s birthday, we will introduce the interesting gifts he has received during this period.
According to Saednews political news report, a question that often arises is what gifts politicians and prominent figures receive on their birthdays. October 7 marks the birthday of Vladimir Putin. This report shows the types of gifts the President of Russia has received during his time in office to mark his birthday.
Siberian Tiger Cub Named “Masha”
Ten years ago, in 2008, an unidentified person—reportedly a journalist for a news magazine—presented Putin with a tiger cub as a birthday gift.
Crystal Crocodile
Putin traveled to Moldova, the host country of a Commonwealth of Independent States summit, to attend a meeting of its leaders. There, Moldovan President Vladimir Voronin gave him a crystal crocodile as a gift for his 50th birthday.
Victory Sword
The “Victory Sword” was a gift Putin received from the King of Bahrain. It featured a Damascus steel blade with a handle made of precious metals and stones. Additionally, Indonesian President Joko Widodo visited Bocharov Ruchey, the Russian president’s summer residence, and staged a ceremonial dagger performance for him.
Dogs
Dogs are among Putin’s favorite animals, and he has received them as gifts multiple times. The President of Japan gifted him an Akita Inu, while he also received a dog from the President of Bulgaria and an Alabai from the President of Turkmenistan.
Books: The Best Gift for Putin
On Vladimir Putin’s 60th birthday, Dmitry Medvedev presented him with the first edition of Tsarskoye Selo by renowned historian Alexander Benois.
Bedspread
Former Italian Prime Minister Silvio Berlusconi gifted him a handmade bedspread featuring embroidered images of St. Basil’s Cathedral and the Colosseum.
Accordion
Former Argentine President Cristina Fernández de Kirchner gave him an accordion as a symbol of friendship and strong relations between the two countries.
This year, Vladimir Putin is expected to celebrate his 66th birthday at the Kremlin Palace together with close friends and family members.
