Russian President Vladimir Putin went on 11 international trips this year.Contributor via Getty ImagesRussian President Vladimir Putin traveled extensively this year, despite being sanctioned by the West.His meetings were mostly in Russia or Asia. The International Criminal Court issued a warrant for his arrest.But ICC member Mongolia did not arrest Putin, citing its reliance on Russian energy.Russian President Vladimir Putin was a social butterfly this year, traveling to various countries and meeting foreign dignitaries at home — even though he is heavily sanctioned.The Russian leader started the year mostly in his country ahead of the presidential election in March in which he won by a landslide.Soon after, Putin started traveling and hobnobbing with dignitaries, primarily at home and also in Asia.In all, Putin took 11 international trips this year, according to TASS state news agency.Since Putin is wanted by the International Criminal Court, his travel was still limited — but some world leaders came to him instead.

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