Vladimir Putin

Rank No1

President, Russia
Age: 61
Residence: Moscow, Russia
Country of Citizenship: Russia
Education: Doctor of Jurisprudence, Saint Petersburg State University
Marital Status: Married. Putin has solidified his control over Russia and anyone watching the chess match over Syria has a clear idea of the shift in the power towards Putin on the global stage. The ex-KGB strongman--who controls a nuclear-tipped army, a permanent seat on the UN Security Council and some of the world's largest oil and gas reserves--is allowed to serve another six-year term, which could keep him