“Power Dynamics: Allies vs. Enemies of Influence”
Top 100 Putin Enemies You Need to Know
From activists and journalists to political leaders and organizations, these figures symbolize the fight against authoritarianism and the Kremlin’s growing influence.
1. Alexei Navalny
The face of Russian opposition, Navalny has been poisoned, imprisoned, and targeted for his anti-corruption work. Died a mysterious death in a Russian prison camp.
2. Volodymyr Zelenskyy
The President of Ukraine, leading his country in resisting Russia’s invasion and advocating for international support.
3. Bill Browder
Magnitsky Act advocate and anti-corruption campaigner who has pushed for sanctions against Russian officials.
4. Boris Nemtsov
A key opposition leader assassinated for his fearless criticism of Putin’s regime.
5. Mikhail Khodorkovsky
Former oligarch turned Putin critic, he exposed state corruption and promotes democracy.
6. Garry Kasparov
Chess legend and political activist who campaigns against Putin’s human rights abuses.
7. Anna Politkovskaya
Journalist murdered for exposing atrocities in Chechnya and criticizing the Kremlin.
8. Pussy Riot
Activist group jailed for protesting Putin’s authoritarianism and LGBTQ+ repression.
9. Sergei Magnitsky
A whistleblower whose death in Russian custody inspired global anti-corruption laws.
10. Svetlana Tikhanovskaya
Belarusian opposition leader who denounces Putin’s support for Lukashenko’s regime.
11. Kherson Resistance Fighters
Ukrainians resisting Russian occupation in Kherson, sabotaging Kremlin control.
12. Novaya Gazeta
One of Russia’s last independent newspapers, constantly threatened for exposing corruption.
13. Dmitry Muratov
Nobel Peace Prize-winning editor-in-chief of Novaya Gazeta, critical of Putin’s regime.
14. Vladimir Kara-Murza
A Kremlin critic and democracy activist targeted by multiple poisoning attempts.
15. Ilya Yashin
A prominent opposition figure imprisoned for speaking out against Putin’s war in Ukraine.
16. Oleg Navalny
Brother of Alexei Navalny, harassed and imprisoned to pressure the opposition leader.
17. Marina Ovsyannikova
Former state TV editor who protested Russia’s war live on air, now in exile.
18. Memorial International
Human rights organization banned by the Kremlin for exposing Stalin-era crimes and modern abuses.
19. European Union
The EU enforces sanctions against Putin’s regime and provides support to Ukraine.
20. NATO
Viewed as a primary adversary by Putin, NATO continues to counter Russian aggression in Europe.
21. Joe Biden
U.S. President, leading Western efforts to isolate Russia over its invasion of Ukraine.
22. Angela Merkel
Former German Chancellor who pushed for sanctions and opposed Russian aggression.
23. Emmanuel Macron
French President who has confronted Putin diplomatically while supporting Ukraine.
24. Boris Johnson
Former UK Prime Minister and a vocal supporter of Ukraine during Russia’s invasion.
25. Jens Stoltenberg
NATO Secretary General, uniting allies to counter Russian threats.
26. Litvinenko Family
Family of Alexander Litvinenko, poisoned in London by Russian operatives.
27. Kharkiv Defenders
Ukrainian fighters who held their city against Russian advances.
28. Leonid Volkov
Chief of staff for Alexei Navalny, coordinating opposition efforts abroad.
29. European Court of Human Rights
Condemns Russian abuses and human rights violations under Putin.
30. Sergei Skripal and Yulia Skripal
Victims of a Russian nerve agent attack in the UK.
Top 100 Putin Enemies (Continued)
31. Ukraine Armed Forces
Heroically defending Ukraine’s sovereignty against Russian aggression.
32. Kherson Partisans
Civilians who sabotage Russian forces in occupied areas.
33. Andrei Soldatov and Irina Borogan
Investigative journalists exposing Russian intelligence operations and corruption.
34. Yevgeny Chichvarkin
Exiled entrepreneur critical of Putin’s regime and its grip on Russian society.
35. Maria Alyokhina and Nadezhda Tolokonnikova (Pussy Riot)
Activists jailed for protesting Putin’s repression.
36. The Anti-Corruption Foundation (FBK)
Founded by Alexei Navalny to investigate and expose corruption at the highest levels of Russian government.
37. United Kingdom Government
Enforcing sanctions, freezing oligarch assets, and supporting Ukraine militarily.
38. Lithuania
A Baltic state at the forefront of efforts to counter Russian influence in Europe.
39. Latvia
Hosting NATO troops and providing assistance to Ukrainian refugees.
40. Estonia
A strong advocate for Ukraine, combating Kremlin propaganda and hybrid warfare.
41. Andrei Piontkovsky
Political analyst and Putin critic in exile, known for his bold writings.
42. Roman Protasevich
Belarusian dissident and journalist, targeted by Lukashenko with Putin’s support.
43. Khodorkovsky Foundation
Promoting democracy and human rights in opposition to Kremlin policies.
44. Bellingcat
Investigative group uncovering Russian war crimes, espionage, and disinformation campaigns.
45. Eliot Higgins
Founder of Bellingcat, known for exposing Russian state crimes, including MH17.
46. Georgy Alburov
Navalny’s ally and investigator, exposing corruption in Russian elites.
47. Norway
A strong NATO ally supporting Ukraine and imposing sanctions on Russia.
48. Sweden
Backing EU sanctions and bolstering NATO against Russian threats.
49. Finland
Recently joined NATO, increasing pressure on Putin’s geopolitical ambitions.
50. Poland
A regional leader in opposing Russian aggression and supporting Ukrainian refugees.
51. Czech Republic
Expelled Russian diplomats and condemned Kremlin disinformation campaigns.
52. Slovakia
Proactively aiding Ukraine with military supplies and humanitarian aid.
53. European Parliament
Condemns Russian actions and supports stronger sanctions on Putin’s regime.
54. Amnesty International
Documents human rights violations under Putin, including repression of dissent.
55. Human Rights Watch
Exposes abuses by Russian forces and government, particularly in Ukraine.
56. Transparency International
Highlights corruption in Putin’s regime, undermining Kremlin narratives.
57. Belarusian Opposition Leaders
Figures like Pavel Latushka and Maria Kalesnikava denounce Putin’s support for Lukashenko.
58. German Government
Enforcing sanctions and reducing energy reliance on Russia.
59. Canada
Supports Ukraine militarily and leads sanctions against Russian oligarchs.
60. Australia
Joined Western allies in imposing sanctions and providing military aid to Ukraine.
61. Japan
Sanctions Russia and opposes territorial aggression, particularly in Ukraine.
62. Dmitry Bykov
Writer and opposition figure critical of Putin’s propaganda machine.
63. Andrei Makarevich
Musician and outspoken critic of Putin’s war policies.
64. Russian Exiles in London
Community of oligarchs, activists, and journalists opposing Kremlin policies.
65. United Nations Human Rights Council
Holds Russia accountable for human rights abuses globally.
66. Ukrainian Refugee Advocacy Groups
Organizations working to support those displaced by Russian aggression.
67. Baltic Activists
Groups working to expose Russian disinformation in Estonia, Latvia, and Lithuania.
68. Ukrainian Cyber Army
Hackers and cyber activists targeting Russian propaganda and infrastructure.
69. Georgian Government
Supports Ukraine and criticizes Russian occupation of Georgian territories.
70. Moldova
Challenges Russian influence while navigating security threats.
71. US Congress
Imposed sweeping sanctions on Russia, cutting it off from global financial systems.
72. Pentagon
Provides military intelligence and hardware to counter Russian aggression.
73. International Criminal Court (ICC)
Investigates and prosecutes war crimes committed by Russian forces.
74. Russian Diaspora Activists
Exiled Russians advocating for democracy and accountability.
75. Ukrainian Civilian Resistance
Ordinary Ukrainians resisting occupation and aiding their military.
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Top 100 Putin Enemies (Final)
76. Kherson Liberation Forces
Ukrainian units working to reclaim occupied territories from Russian control.
77. Ukrainian IT Army
Volunteers conducting cyberattacks against Russian government systems.
78. Chechen Opposition Figures
Critics of Putin-aligned Ramzan Kadyrov, including exiled leaders like Akhmed Zakayev.
79. Crimean Tatar Leaders
Figures like Mustafa Dzhemilev advocating for the rights of Crimean Tatars under Russian occupation.
80. Russian Protesters
Thousands of Russians who have risked arrest to protest against Putin’s war and policies.
81. Belarusian Partisans
Sabotaging Russian supply lines and denouncing Putin’s support of Lukashenko.
82. MH17 Investigators
International teams holding Russia accountable for the downing of Malaysia Airlines Flight 17.
83. Ukrainian Defense Minister Oleksii Reznikov
A key figure in coordinating Ukraine’s military response to Russian aggression.
84. United Nations General Assembly
Condemned Russia’s invasion of Ukraine in overwhelming majority votes.
85. Andrei Kozyrev
Former Russian foreign minister, now a vocal critic of Putin’s authoritarianism.
86. Russian Environmental Activists
Groups opposing destructive state projects and exposing corruption in natural resource management.
87. Russian LGBTQ+ Activists
Fighting against the Kremlin’s oppressive anti-LGBTQ+ policies.
88. Ukrainian Journalists
Risking their lives to report on Russian war crimes and human rights abuses.
89. Russian Scientists in Exile
Intellectuals condemning Russia’s militarism and authoritarianism.
90. Baltic Sea States Council
Regional body opposing Russian aggression and fostering resilience among member states.
91. Turkish Bayraktar Drone Manufacturers
Producers of drones used effectively by Ukrainian forces against Russian targets.
92. Roman Abramovich
While controversial, he has been involved in mediation efforts to de-escalate conflict.
93. Kharkiv Civilians
Brave citizens surviving under relentless shelling and resisting occupation.
94. International Monetary Fund (IMF)
Supports Ukraine’s economy while isolating Russia from global finance.
95. World Bank
Funds projects to rebuild Ukraine and penalizes Russia for its aggression.
96. The OSCE (Organization for Security and Co-operation in Europe)
Monitors and reports on human rights violations in Russian-controlled areas.
97. Russian Refugee Aid Organizations
Helping those fleeing Russia’s repression or the consequences of war.
98. Ukrainian Artists and Writers
Promoting Ukraine’s cultural resilience amid conflict.
99. Western Energy Companies
Cutting ties with Russian oil and gas to weaken Putin’s influence.
100. Global Citizens Supporting Ukraine
Everyday people donating, volunteering, and advocating for Ukraine against Putin’s aggression.
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Top 100 Putin Allies You Need to Know
This list highlights the individuals, organizations, and entities that have supported Vladimir Putin’s policies, upheld his regime, or benefited from his leadership.
1. Dmitry Medvedev
Former Russian president and prime minister, a loyal ally and close confidant of Putin.
2. Sergei Shoigu
Minister of Defense, responsible for Russia’s military operations, including the invasion of Ukraine.
3. Nikolai Patrushev
Secretary of the Security Council, a key figure in Russia’s intelligence and security apparatus.
4. Ramzan Kadyrov
Head of the Chechen Republic, known for his unwavering loyalty and brutal tactics to support Putin’s policies.
5. Yevgeny Prigozhin
Leader of the Wagner Group, a paramilitary organization supporting Russian military objectives abroad.
6. Alexander Lukashenko
President of Belarus, a staunch supporter of Putin and enabler of Russian aggression in Ukraine.
7. Sergey Lavrov
Russia’s Foreign Minister, defending Putin’s policies on the global stage.
8. Igor Sechin
CEO of Rosneft and close ally, benefiting from Russia’s state-controlled oil wealth.
9. Viktor Zolotov
Head of the National Guard, a key enforcer of Putin’s domestic security policies.
10. Vladimir Solovyov
State TV presenter and propagandist, spreading pro-Kremlin narratives.
11. Margarita Simonyan
Editor-in-chief of RT (Russia Today), instrumental in disseminating Kremlin propaganda.
12. Dmitry Peskov
Putin’s press secretary, managing the Kremlin’s public messaging.
13. Alexei Miller
CEO of Gazprom, overseeing Russia’s energy resources and leverage over Europe.
14. Konstantin Ernst
CEO of Channel One Russia, shaping public opinion in favor of Putin.
15. Sergei Ivanov
Former Chief of Staff and longstanding ally, deeply embedded in Russia’s power structure.
16. Vyacheslav Volodin
Chairman of the State Duma, pushing pro-Kremlin legislation.
17. Alexander Bortnikov
Director of the FSB, maintaining internal security and intelligence operations.
18. Gennady Timchenko
Oligarch and longtime associate, benefiting from state contracts and energy deals.
19. Alina Kabaeva
Former gymnast and rumored close confidant of Putin.
20. Andrei Turchak
Politician and United Russia party leader, promoting Putin’s domestic agenda.
21. Igor Kostyukov
Head of Russian military intelligence (GRU), overseeing covert operations.
22. Sergei Kiriyenko
First Deputy Chief of Staff, managing domestic policy for Putin.
23. Alexander Novak
Deputy Prime Minister, focusing on Russia’s energy strategy.
24. Andrei Kartapolov
Chairman of the Defense Committee, supporting military initiatives.
25. Oleg Deripaska
Oligarch and industrialist, aligned with the Kremlin’s economic policies.
26. Roman Abramovich
Business magnate with ties to Putin, though his role has faced international scrutiny.
27. Kirill Dmitriev
Head of the Russian Direct Investment Fund (RDIF), advancing Kremlin-backed economic projects.
28. Patriarch Kirill of Moscow
Head of the Russian Orthodox Church, legitimizing Putin’s rule with religious support.
29. Vladimir Potanin
Oligarch benefiting from state-backed business deals and investments.
30. Andrey Guryev
Fertilizer magnate and supporter of Putin’s economic policies.
31–60: Key Propagandists, Security Chiefs, and Regional Leaders
31. Alexei Gromov – Kremlin deputy chief of staff, managing state media.
32. Yury Kovalchuk – Oligarch and shareholder in major Russian media.
33. Oleg Tinkov – Former businessman with mixed ties to the Kremlin.
34. Pavel Durov – While often independent, accused of occasionally appeasing Russian authorities.
35. Vladimir Yakunin – Former CEO of Russian Railways, deeply connected to the regime.
36. Boris Gryzlov – Key political figure and envoy for eastern Ukraine.
37. Olga Skabeeva – State TV host known for spreading aggressive pro-Putin rhetoric.
38. Andrei Lugovoi – Former FSB agent and Duma member accused of espionage.
39. Valentina Matviyenko – Chairwoman of the Federation Council, promoting Putin’s legislative agenda.
40. Andrey Kostin – CEO of VTB Bank, enabling state financial operations.
41. Roscosmos – State space agency under Putin’s control, symbolic of national pride.
42. Denis Pushilin – Leader of the Donetsk People’s Republic, supporting Russia’s occupation.
43. Leonid Pasechnik – Leader of the Luhansk People’s Republic, another key ally in eastern Ukraine.
44. Vladimir Churov – Former election commissioner accused of rigging votes.
45. Dmitry Rogozin – Ex-head of Roscosmos, fiercely loyal to Putin.
46. Sergey Sobyanin – Moscow Mayor, implementing Kremlin-backed urban policies.
47. Tatyana Golikova – Deputy Prime Minister, aligning with state healthcare narratives.
48. Anna Chapman – Former spy and public figure loyal to Russia’s image.
49. Dmitry Kiselyov – TV host known as the “Kremlin’s mouthpiece.”
50. Viktor Orban – Hungarian Prime Minister, often accused of aligning with Russia on key issues.
Top 100 Putin Allies (Updated)
5. Yevgeny Prigozhin
Former leader of the Wagner Group and key figure in supporting Russian military objectives abroad. Prigozhin’s influence waned after his fallout with the Kremlin following a failed mutiny, and he was later killed in a plane crash in August 2023.
61–100: Putin’s Loyalists and Strategic Allies
61. Igor Alferov
A pro-Kremlin propagandist and media figure, amplifying state narratives.
62. Nikolai Tokarev
President of Transneft, deeply tied to Russia’s state energy policies.
63. Dmitry Utkin
Former commander of Wagner Group operations, closely associated with Prigozhin.
64. Alexander Beglov
Governor of St. Petersburg, known for loyalty to Putin’s domestic policies.
65. Vladislav Surkov
Once a Kremlin ideologue, a key architect of Russia’s “managed democracy.”
66. Arkady Rotenberg
Oligarch and childhood friend of Putin, benefiting from massive state contracts.
67. Boris Rotenberg
Brother of Arkady, another oligarch profiting from Putin’s state-backed economy.
68. Dmitry Kozak
Deputy Chief of Staff and trusted figure in managing Russian policy in occupied territories.
69. Sergey Naryshkin
Head of the SVR (Russia’s Foreign Intelligence Service), managing foreign espionage.
70. Viktor Medvedchuk
Ukrainian oligarch and pro-Russian politician, aligning with Kremlin interests.
71. Alexander Dugin
Political theorist advocating for Eurasianism and Russian expansionism.
72. Valery Gerasimov
Chief of the General Staff, leading Russian military strategies.
73. Oleg Govorun
Political figure managing Kremlin-controlled territories in Ukraine.
74. Russian Propaganda Networks
State-run outlets like RT and Sputnik, instrumental in disseminating Kremlin narratives.
75. Dmitry Ovsyannikov
Former governor of Sevastopol, supporting Russia’s annexation of Crimea.
76. Yuri Borisov
Head of Roscosmos, advancing Putin’s space ambitions as a symbol of national power.
77. Vitaly Mutko
Politician involved in Russia’s state-sponsored doping program and a loyal Putin supporter.
78. Konstantin Malofeev
Oligarch funding pro-Russian separatist movements in Ukraine.
79. Andrey Belousov
Economist and Deputy Prime Minister, shaping Putin’s economic policies.
80. Mikhail Mishustin
Russian Prime Minister, implementing Putin’s domestic and economic agenda.
81. Vladimir Yakushev
A regional governor pushing Kremlin-aligned policies in Russia’s hinterlands.
82. Rosatom
Russia’s nuclear energy corporation, advancing Putin’s global influence.
83. Yuri Chaika
Former Prosecutor General, loyal to the Kremlin’s justice system.
84. Viktor Bondarev
Chairman of the Defense and Security Committee, staunchly pro-Putin.
85. Aleksandr Torshin
Former Russian Senator with ties to Kremlin-backed influence campaigns.
86. Rosneft
Russia’s largest oil company, funding Putin’s geopolitical ambitions.
87. Vladimir Pligin
Legal expert who shaped constitutional changes favoring Putin’s long-term rule.
88. Igor Dodon
Former Moldovan President, aligning with Putin’s foreign policy interests.
89. Andrey Tatarinov
Ambassador and Kremlin diplomat, promoting Russia’s foreign agenda.
90. Sergey Aksyonov
Head of the annexed Crimea region, enforcing Putin’s policies there.
91. Sergey Zheleznyak
Politician responsible for promoting pro-Kremlin narratives abroad.
92. Dmitry Ovcharov
Cultural figure propagating pro-Russian sentiments through media.
93. Andrey Isayev
Duma member supporting legislative initiatives for Putin’s government.
94. Alexander Tkachev
Former Minister of Agriculture and close Kremlin ally.
95. Tatyana Moskalkova
Human rights commissioner, accused of advancing Kremlin-aligned policies.
96. Andrey Shishkin
Executive linked to energy companies loyal to the Russian state.
97. Vyacheslav Nikonov
Political scientist and propagandist closely tied to the Kremlin.
98. Yuri Slyusar
CEO of United Aircraft Corporation, a key player in Russia’s defense industry.
99. Vladimir Resin
Former Moscow official benefiting from Putin’s infrastructure projects.
100. Andrey Kostin
Head of VTB Bank, enabling the Kremlin’s economic strategies globally.
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