Vladimir Putin Set for 48th Season Premiere of 60 MINUTES Tonight

Russian President Vladimir Putin says he does not fit the label of "czar" that Americans often apply to him in a rare interview for the 48th season premiere of 60 MINUTES.

The interview, in which the Russian leader shows a side of himself few have seen, will be broadcast tonight, Sept. 27 (7:30-9:00 PM, ET) on the CBS Television Network.

Putin also tells Rose he admires Americans' creativity, calling it a key to America's success in the world. In the wide-ranging interview that comes on the eve of his visit to the U.N., he also addresses questions about his country's presence in Syria and the fight against ISIS. Excerpts from the 60 MINUTES interview appeared today on CBS THIS MORNING. Below is the text from those excerpts. Please credit 60 MINUTES:

Watch the excerpt.

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