PUTIN'S INTERVIEW TO TASS - TASS

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TASS exclusive interview with Putin closely studied in all capitals, says Kremlin

Putin doesn’t have days off, he works all the time — Kremlin

Criticizing authorities not prohibited in Russia, but online conduct rules needed — Putin

Putin says he is happy to spend time with his grandchildren

Putin believes in destiny, but also in the potential to change it

It helps a lot to have confidence in yourself, according to the Russian president

Putin says he continues his intense workouts

The Russian leader learned to play hockey at the age of 60

Media should behave responsibly, not ‘spew nonsense’ — Putin

Otherwise they will turn into a "gang" serving private interests, Putin said

Putin believes he did not change a lot during his years in office

The Russian leader lamented that his presidential duties have an impact on his relations with the people that are close to him

Final episodes of '20 Questions with Vladimir Putin' to be released within full version

The release of the video’s full version is planned for the spring of 2020

Putin trusts ordinary Russian folks most of all

It is essential to turn an attentive ear to the problem of every person, Putin said

Putin rejects ‘tsar’ label

Putin asserted that a tsar merely issues orders, while the president works every day

Putin says his status after 2024 will depend on society’s aspirations

Putin said he still has four more years

National Wealth Fund may be used to support some groups of the population — Putin

Putin said that the National Wealth Fund had exceeded 7% of the GDP

Putin emphasizes Russia’s pension reform conserves almost all benefits unlike France

The Russian head of state recalled that the draft being considered in France had sparked trade union demonstrations