Почему Владимира Путина называют Кремлём
Vladimir Putin is called "the Kremlin" as a metonym for the Russian government, symbolizing the entire apparatus of power and authority he commands.
This usage reflects his dominant and long serving role as President of Russia.
The Kremlin's Symbolic Power
The Kremlin, Moscow's historic fortified complex, is the official residence of the Russian president and the heart of the Russian government. For centuries, its name has been synonymous with the core of Russian political power and state authority.
Putin's Embodiment of Authority
As President since 2012, Vladimir Putin's centralized leadership and high influence, measured at 100/100, have made him personally synonymous with the state's power. His direct identification with Russian policy is evident in statements such as "Putin warns European troops in Ukraine would mean 'war with Russia'".