Russian tributes as Putin turns 62 in Siberia

Russian President Vladimir Putin celebrated his 62nd birthday in the wilderness of Siberia as supporters from across Russia create tributes in his honour.

Putin celebrated his birthday in the Siberian forest some “300-400 kilometres (185-250 miles) from the nearest populated area”, his press secretary told Russian news media.

Putin has often brandished his tough-guy image with widely publicised wilderness romps during which he hunts, fishes or rides horses — often while shirtless.