Putin began his speech at the United Russia party congress

According to RIA Novosti, the head of Russia noted that the party had successfully passed the stage of formation.

“Over the years, it has successfully passed the stage of formation, gained numerous supporters.

Of course, for so many years being the largest political force in such a large country means a huge burden of responsibility, ”he said.

He also added that consolidation around the national agenda is a common task and United Russia has a leading role in this issue.

At the end of May, the press secretary of the Russian president, Dmitry Peskov, announced the absence of Putin's decision to head the list of United Russia.