Putin holds annual press conference with 1,400 journalists

Russian President Vladimir Putin has begun his annual press conference in Moscow with almost 1,400 accredited media representatives who will try to attract the attention of the Russian head of state or his spokesperson to get an answer to their question, reports the Patria News Agency.

Among the questions on domestic and international topics, particular anticipation surrounds those concerning Russia's involvement in the attacks in Syria, Ukraine, and the fight against terrorism.

Last year, Putin's 10th annual press conference lasted more than three hours. Political analysts believe Putin will not shy away from uncomfortable questions.

Given the number of journalists, Putin could break the 2008 record this year for the number of questions answered. That year, the Russian president answered 106 questions, and the press conference lasted four hours and 40 minutes, writes Index.