Russia Vladimir Putin Sworn In as Russia’s President A brief ceremony marks the leader’s third term May 07, 2012 prev4 of 9next Vladimir Rodionov / Ria-Novosti / AFP / Getty ImagesRussia's president Vladimir Putin takes his oath of office in the Kremlin, on May 7, 2012. In a brief speech, he said Russia was "entering a new phase of national development." Share Read Later