Putin was Communist KGB through and through.
Doubtful he is a Christian, but he has no compunction using aspects of the Church and oppressing others as it fits his heeds.
Why is Putin worse than Gorbachev, who Reagan made friends with?
Funny whom the Lord chooses to spread his message and part of his providential plan. Usually very unlikely candidates. If you think a former KGB agent is crazy let me tell you about a Christian-hating, torturing, and slaughtering guy by the name of Saul of Tarsus.