Patriarch Kirill wished Putin to remain president until the end of the century

Vladimir Putin’s presidential inauguration took place on May 7 in Moscow. He swore the oath on the Constitution, which was amended in 2020. Following the ceremony, Putin conducted a review of troops and attended a church service led by Patriarch Kirill.

"<…> Until the end of days, as we commonly say. I dare to express the hope that the end of the century coincides with the end of your rule, if it is the Lord's will. You possess all the means to continue this great duty to the Motherland...