In order to point out the essential part that Muslims play in Russian society Russian President Vladimir Putin met with Mufti Talgat Tadzhuddin Chairman of the Central Spiritual Directorate of Muslims of Russia on February 24, 2025. Putin's continuous attempts to promote interfaith harmony and collaboration between Russia's government and religious communities were emphasized during this conference. Putin thanked Mufti Tadzhuddin during conversation for his efforts to foster social cohesion and interfaith harmony among Russia's various religious communities.
Putin meetings with Muslim leaders are a component of a larger plan to improve relations with Russia's approximately 25 million Muslim citizens. He continuously underlined the value of Islam as a traditional Russian faith pointing out its important contributions to spiritual and cultural advancement of the nation. Putin hopes to foster a sense of patriotism and national solidarity among all Russians regardless of their religious affiliation by acknowledging the historical and modern significance of Islam in the country.
Russia's larger geopolitical goals are also reflected in the summit especially in the Middle East and North Africa, where the country aims to increase its credibility and influence as a mediator in regional disputes. While warning against attempts to politicize religion or take advantage of religious tensions for political ends Putin has underlined Russia's commitment to promoting unity within the Islamic world. This view point backs Russia's efforts to position itself as a reliable and consistent player in international affairs particularly in fields where cultural and religious sensitivities are important. Putin strategy of preserving peace among Russia's various religious communities and using these connections to further domestic and global goals is highlighted by his ongoing interactions with religious leaders.
Putin meetings with Muslim leaders are a component of a larger plan to improve relations with Russia's approximately 25 million Muslim citizens. He continuously underlined the value of Islam as a traditional Russian faith pointing out its important contributions to spiritual and cultural advancement of the nation. Putin hopes to foster a sense of patriotism and national solidarity among all Russians regardless of their religious affiliation by acknowledging the historical and modern significance of Islam in the country.
Russia's larger geopolitical goals are also reflected in the summit especially in the Middle East and North Africa, where the country aims to increase its credibility and influence as a mediator in regional disputes. While warning against attempts to politicize religion or take advantage of religious tensions for political ends Putin has underlined Russia's commitment to promoting unity within the Islamic world. This view point backs Russia's efforts to position itself as a reliable and consistent player in international affairs particularly in fields where cultural and religious sensitivities are important. Putin strategy of preserving peace among Russia's various religious communities and using these connections to further domestic and global goals is highlighted by his ongoing interactions with religious leaders.
