Russian President Vladimir Putin delivers a speech during a ceremony to present Gold Star medals to Heroes of Russia on the eve of Heroes of the Fatherland Day at the St. George Hall of the Grand Kremlin Palace in Moscow, Russia, Dec 8, 2023. (SPUTNIK, KREMLIN POOL PHOTO VIA AP)

MOSCOW – Russian President Vladimir Putin announced his plans to run for reelection in 2024 on Friday, according to RIA news agency.

The announcement was made during an informal conversation between Putin and participants of Russia's special military operation.