Vladimir Putin tells Russian soldiers he will run for president at election
1 year ago

Vladimir Putin tells Russian soldiers he will run for president at election

ABC  

Russian President Vladimir Putin has told soldiers who had fought in the Ukraine war that he would run for president again in the 2024 election, a move that will allow the former KGB spy to stay in power until at least 2030. Key points: Vladimir Putin said he will run for president again while honouring war veterans Mr Putin has ruled Russia longer than any since Josef Stalin Russia's presidential election is in March, and is expected to be a formality for Mr Putin After Mr Putin awarded veterans with Russia's highest military honour, the Hero of Russia gold star, a lieutenant colonel named Artyom Zhoga asked the president to run again. "I will run for the post of president," Mr Putin was shown in television footage saying in the gilded Georgievsky Hall, part of the Grand Kremlin Palace. Mr Putin, who was handed the presidency by Boris Yeltsin on the last day of 1999, has already served as president for longer than any other ruler of Russia since Josef Stalin, beating even Leonid Brezhnev's 18-year tenure.

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Putin boasts of gains in Ukraine at annual news conference meant to reinforce his authority
5 days, 21 hours ago

Putin boasts of gains in Ukraine at annual news conference meant to reinforce his authority

Associated Press  

MOSCOW — President Vladimir Putin boasted that his military operation in Ukraine has strengthened Russia and denied that the ouster of key ally Bashar Assad in Syria had hurt Moscow’s prestige, as he took questions at his annual news conference and call-in show Thursday. Sending troops into Ukraine in 2022 has boosted Russia’s military and economic power, Putin said, adding …

Putin ready to meet Trump 'anytime' to talk Ukraine deal
6 days, 6 hours ago

Putin ready to meet Trump 'anytime' to talk Ukraine deal

New Indian Express  

Russian President Vladimir Putin said Thursday he was ready for talks "anytime" with US President-elect Donald Trump, who has touted his ability to strike a Ukraine peace deal within hours of coming to office. Asked about Trump's overtures regarding a possible peace deal, Putin said he would welcome a meeting with the incoming Republican. The Kremlin recently welcomed Trump's sharp …

Putin full of praise for ‘intelligent and experienced’ Trump after election victory
3 weeks, 4 days ago

Putin full of praise for ‘intelligent and experienced’ Trump after election victory

The Independent  

Sign up for the daily Inside Washington email for exclusive US coverage and analysis sent to your inbox Get our free Inside Washington email Get our free Inside Washington email SIGN UP I would like to be emailed about offers, events and updates from The Independent. Read our privacy policy Russian President Vladimir Putin has heaped praised on Donald Trump …

Putin congratulates Trump on his election victory
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1 month, 2 weeks ago

Putin congratulates Trump on his election victory

Deccan Chronicle  

MOSCOW: Russian President Vladimir Putin on Thursday congratulated Donald Trump on his election victory in his first public comment on the U.S. vote, and he praised the president-elect's courage during the July assassination attempt. Putin also said that what Trump has said “about the desire to restore relations with Russia, to help end the Ukrainian crisis, in my opinion, deserves …

Putin congratulates Trump on US election win, says ready to talk to President-elect
Top News
1 month, 2 weeks ago

Putin congratulates Trump on US election win, says ready to talk to President-elect

Firstpost  

President Putin on Thursday congratulated Trump on his victory in the US election, commended him for his courage during a previous assassination attempt, and expressed Moscow’s willingness to engage in talks with the President-elect Russia's President Vladimir Putin shakes hands with Donald Trump during a meeting on the sidelines of the G20 summit in Osaka, Japan, June 28, 2019. File …

Putin congratulates Donald Trump on his election victory in first public comments on US vote
1 month, 2 weeks ago

Putin congratulates Donald Trump on his election victory in first public comments on US vote

New Indian Express  

MOSCOW: President Vladimir Putin on Thursday congratulated Donald Trump on his election victory in the Russian leader's first public comment on the outcome of the U.S. balloting. Putin added that what Trump has said “about the desire to restore relations with Russia, to help end the Ukrainian crisis, in my opinion, deserves attention at least.” The Kremlin earlier welcomed Trump’s …

Putin congratulates Donald Trump on his election victory in first public comments on U.S. vote
1 month, 2 weeks ago

Putin congratulates Donald Trump on his election victory in first public comments on U.S. vote

LA Times  

Russian President Vladimir Putin points during a meeting with foreign policy experts at the Valdai Discussion Club in the Black Sea resort of Sochi, Russia, on Thursday. President Vladimir Putin on Thursday congratulated Donald Trump on his election victory in the Russian leader’s first public comment on the outcome of the U.S. balloting. Putin added that what Trump has said …

Who does Putin want to win the election? As a Russian American, I know the answer
1 month, 2 weeks ago

Who does Putin want to win the election? As a Russian American, I know the answer

The Independent  

The best of Voices delivered to your inbox every week - from controversial columns to expert analysis Sign up for our free weekly Voices newsletter for expert opinion and columns Sign up to our free weekly Voices newsletter SIGN UP I would like to be emailed about offers, events and updates from The Independent. Three days later, Dmitry Peskov, Putin’s …

Vladimir Putin begins his fifth term as President, more in control of Russia than ever
7 months, 2 weeks ago

Vladimir Putin begins his fifth term as President, more in control of Russia than ever

The Hindu  

Vladimir Putin began his fifth term on May 7 as Russian leader at a glittering Kremlin inauguration, setting out on another six years in office after destroying his political opponents, launching a devastating war in Ukraine and concentrating all power in his hands. Already in office for nearly a quarter-century and the longest-serving Kremlin leader since Josef Stalin, Mr. Putin's …

Vladimir Putin begins fifth term as Russian president at glittering Kremlin ceremony
7 months, 2 weeks ago

Vladimir Putin begins fifth term as Russian president at glittering Kremlin ceremony

Associated Press  

President Vladimir Putin began his fifth term at a glittering Kremlin inauguration Tuesday, embarking on another six years as leader of Russia after destroying his political opponents, launching a devastating war in Ukraine and concentrating all power in his hands. AP AUDIO: Putin begins his fifth term as president, more in control of Russia than ever AP correspondent Karen Chammas …

As Putin begins another 6-year term, he is entering a new era of extraordinary power in Russia
7 months, 2 weeks ago

As Putin begins another 6-year term, he is entering a new era of extraordinary power in Russia

Associated Press  

Just a few months short of a quarter-century as Russia’s leader, Vladimir Putin on Tuesday will put his hand on a copy of the constitution and begin another six-year term as president wielding extraordinary power. In his state of the nation address in February, Putin vowed to fulfill Moscow’s goals in Ukraine, and do whatever it takes to “defend our …

After preordained election, Putin claims vote proves public support for his policies
9 months ago

After preordained election, Putin claims vote proves public support for his policies

Associated Press  

President Vladimir Putin on Thursday thanked Russians for casting ballots in a presidential vote in which he cemented his grip on the country for another six years after the harshest crackdown on dissent since Soviet times. Any public criticism of Putin or his war in Ukraine has been stifled, independent media have been crippled, Putin’s fiercest political foe, Alexei Navalny, …

Hollow victory: The Hindu Editorial on the Russian election, Putin’s win
9 months ago

Hollow victory: The Hindu Editorial on the Russian election, Putin’s win

The Hindu  

The result of Russia’s March 15-17 elections was known to everyone even before the first ballot was cast. On Monday, Russia’s Central Election Commission said Mr. Putin had won nearly 88% of the vote, while nearest rival Nikolay Kharitonov of the Communist Party, got 4.31%. For Mr. Putin, who faces international criticism over the war, the election was an opportunity …

Reactions as Vladimir Putin secures a fifth term as Russia’s president after tightly controlled vote
9 months ago

Reactions as Vladimir Putin secures a fifth term as Russia’s president after tightly controlled vote

Associated Press  

Vladimir Putin secured an unprecedented fifth term as president of Russia Monday, as the election commission announced the results of a vote in which he faced no serious challenges and which happened amid the strictest crackdown on opposition and free speech since Soviet times. They failed in the past and they will fail in the future.” — Vladimir Putin, President …

Vladimir Putin declared winner of a presidential race that was never in doubt
9 months ago

Vladimir Putin declared winner of a presidential race that was never in doubt

The Hindu  

President Vladimir Putin basked in an election victory that was never in doubt, as officials said on March 18 that he had won his fifth term with a record number of votes, underlining the Russian leader’s total control of the country’s political system. Early on March 18, Mr. Putin hailed overwhelming preliminary results as an indication of “trust” and “hope” …

Russia election: Putin declared winner of race that was never in doubt
9 months, 1 week ago

Russia election: Putin declared winner of race that was never in doubt

Associated Press  

President Vladimir Putin extended his reign over Russia in a landslide election whose outcome was never in doubt, declaring his determination Monday to advance deeper into Ukraine and dangling new threats against the West. U.S. national security adviser Jake Sullivan said there was “nothing free or fair” about the election but seemingly resisted calls from Russia’s opposition to not recognize …

Putin extends rule in preordained Russian election after harshest crackdown since Soviet era
9 months, 1 week ago

Putin extends rule in preordained Russian election after harshest crackdown since Soviet era

LA Times  

Russian President Vladimir Putin speaks during a visit to his campaign headquarters after the presidential election in Moscow on Monday. With all the precincts counted Monday, election officials said Putin had secured a record number of votes, underlining the Russian leader’s total control of the country’s political system. Asked if an open clash could erupt between Russia and NATO, Putin …

Putin set to win after 95.04% of ballots counted
9 months, 1 week ago

Putin set to win after 95.04% of ballots counted

China Daily  

Xinhua | Updated: 2024-03-18 09:23 Men sit near a TV broadcasting news on the results of Russian incumbent President and presidential candidate Vladimir Putin, on the final day of the presidential election in Moscow, Russia, March 17, 2024. MOSCOW -- Russia's incumbent President Vladimir Putin is set to win the eighth presidential election with 87.32 percent of votes after 95.04 …

Vladimir Putin eyes new world order and plans to challenge Western dominance having further tightened his grip on power in Russia with record election win... after banning and killing any real opposit
9 months, 1 week ago

Vladimir Putin eyes new world order and plans to challenge Western dominance having further tightened his grip on power in Russia with record election win... after banning and killing any real opposit

Daily Mail  

Vladimir Putin declared an unsurprising victory tonight calling for a 'stronger and more effective Russia' as he continues to eye up a new world order and unleash plans to challenge Western dominance. Vladimir Putin is on course for his fifth term in office tonight as polls in Russia and its embassies across the world close An effigy of Russian President …

AP PHOTOS: Russians vote in election dominated by Putin
9 months, 1 week ago

AP PHOTOS: Russians vote in election dominated by Putin

Associated Press  

From the hush of isolated Siberian villages to the clamor of big cities to war battered towns in occupied parts of Ukraine, Russians voted in a presidential election overwhelmingly dominated by Vladimir Putin. Voters in Russia headed to the polls for a presidential election that was all but certain to extend President Vladimir Putin’s rule after he clamped down on …

Vladimir Putin wins Russian Presidential election with 87.97 per cent votes
9 months, 1 week ago

Vladimir Putin wins Russian Presidential election with 87.97 per cent votes

India TV News  

Vladimir Putin on Sunday won the Russian presidential election with 87.97per cent votes, reported news agency Reuters. Putin has boasted of Russian battlefield successes in the run-up to the vote, but a massive Ukrainian drone attack across Russia early Sunday sent a reminder of challenges faced by Moscow. Navalny's associates described their strategy as a success, releasing pictures and videos …

Russia’s Putin hails victory in election criticised as illegitimate
9 months, 1 week ago

Russia’s Putin hails victory in election criticised as illegitimate

Al Jazeera  

Early results show Putin winning some 87 percent of the vote, the highest-ever result in Russia’s post-Soviet history. Never.” Shortly after the last polls closed on Sunday, early returns pointed to the conclusion everyone expected: that Putin would extend his nearly quarter-century rule for six more years. “The elections are obviously not free nor fair given how Mr. Putin has …

Russians cast ballots in an election preordained to extend President Vladimir Putin’s rule
9 months, 1 week ago

Russians cast ballots in an election preordained to extend President Vladimir Putin’s rule

Associated Press  

Voters across Russia cast ballots Saturday on the second day of an election set to formalize six more years of power for President Vladimir Putin, who faces no serious challengers after crushing political dissent over his nearly quarter-century of rule. Meanwhile, a video released on social media by Russian election monitoring group Golos appeared to show staff at a polling …

Russians are voting in an election that holds little suspense after Putin crushed dissent
9 months, 1 week ago

Russians are voting in an election that holds little suspense after Putin crushed dissent

The Hindu  

Russia began three days of voting on Friday in a presidential election that is all but certain to extend President Vladimir Putin’s rule by six more years after he stifled dissent. Kremlin spokesman Dmitry Peskov said on Friday that “it is beyond any doubt that they are related one way or another to attempts to cast a shadow on the …

Putin is all set to secure six more years in power - but how will it affect key issues in Russia?
9 months, 1 week ago

Putin is all set to secure six more years in power - but how will it affect key issues in Russia?

The Independent  

For free real time breaking news alerts sent straight to your inbox sign up to our breaking news emails Sign up to our free breaking news emails Sign up to our free breaking news emails SIGN UP I would like to be emailed about offers, events and updates from The Independent. Read our privacy policy Vladimir Putin is poised to …

Will President Vladimir Putin extend his mandate?
9 months, 1 week ago

Will President Vladimir Putin extend his mandate?

Al Jazeera  

The Russian leader is running for a fifth term in the presidential election. If Vladimir Putin wins, as is widely expected, it will be his fifth term in office. Critics describe him as a ruthless dictator, while supporters say he’s the resilient leader Russia needs. So, will Putin define Russia’s future for years to come? Presenter: James Bays Guests: Dmitry …

Why Putin is desperate for a big election win
9 months, 1 week ago

Why Putin is desperate for a big election win

Al Jazeera  

For many, the outcome of the Russian presidential election, scheduled to take place between March 15 and 17, is already known. Putin clearly does not want his election victory to be called into question and would like to see a landslide win that would give him the mandate to continue his policies, including what he calls “the special military operation” …

Russians are voting in an election that holds little suspense after Putin crushed dissent
9 months, 1 week ago

Russians are voting in an election that holds little suspense after Putin crushed dissent

Associated Press  

Russia began three days of voting Friday in a presidential election that is all but certain to extend President Vladimir Putin’s rule for six more years after he stifled dissent. “I’m sure that our people, the people of Russia, will respond to that with even greater cohesion,” Putin said. Two anti-war politicians were banned from the ballot after attracting genuine …

Russia to hold Presidential elections today with Putin set to secure next six years despite Ukraine war
9 months, 1 week ago

Russia to hold Presidential elections today with Putin set to secure next six years despite Ukraine war

India TV News  

Russia is set to cement President Vladimir Putin’s grip on power until at least 2030 as the country will start voting on March 15, Monday. Turnout in Russia’s 2018 presidential election was 67.5%, although observers and individual voters reported widespread violations, including ballot-box stuffing and forced voting. It’s also the first presidential election to use online voting — the option …

Russia elections 2024: Why Vladimir Putin has never lost a poll race
9 months, 1 week ago

Russia elections 2024: Why Vladimir Putin has never lost a poll race

Firstpost  

Russia goes to the polls on Friday until Sunday and the result is already known. Russian president Vladimir Putin is poised to sweep to another six-year term in the 15-17 March presidential election, relying on his rigid control of the country established during his 24 years in power — the longest Kremlin tenure since Soviet leader Josef Stalin. This combination …

Russia says Ukraine has fired more missiles at a border region on the eve of election favoring Putin
9 months, 1 week ago

Russia says Ukraine has fired more missiles at a border region on the eve of election favoring Putin

Associated Press  

Ukraine fired at least eight missiles at Russia’s Belgorod border region, killing two people and wounding 12, local officials said Thursday, as Kyiv’s forces apparently kept up efforts to rattle the Kremlin on the eve of Russia’s presidential election that is taking place amid a ruthless crackdown on dissent. “To say nothing of being able to control every aspect of …

The drama in Russia’s election is all about what Putin will do with another 6 years in power
9 months, 1 week ago

The drama in Russia’s election is all about what Putin will do with another 6 years in power

Associated Press  

TALLINN, Estonia — As Vladimir Putin heads for another six-year term as Russia’s president, there’s little electoral drama in the race. It’s also strengthened by Moscow’s incremental but consistent battlefield advances in recent months, flagging support for military aid to Kyiv from the United States and other quarters, and growing skepticism in some Western countries over more progressive social attitudes …

Putin urges Russians to vote in upcoming presidential election
9 months, 1 week ago

Putin urges Russians to vote in upcoming presidential election

China Daily  

Xinhua | Updated: 2024-03-14 10:02 A member of an electoral commission holds a mobile ballot box during the early voting in Russia's presidential election in the settlement of Dubovoe in the Belgorod Region, Russia March 11, 2024. MOSCOW -- Russian President Vladimir Putin has encouraged Russian citizens to participate in the upcoming presidential election scheduled for March 15-17, TASS news …

‘Do I vote? Hell no’: Russia heads to predictable presidential election
9 months, 1 week ago

‘Do I vote? Hell no’: Russia heads to predictable presidential election

Al Jazeera  

While 71-year-old Putin is all but certain to win, some Russians refuse to engage in the political process while others plan protest votes. “I’m voting for Putin because I trust him,” 69-year-old Tatyana, from Moscow, told Al Jazeera. “I’m choosing between coming and ruining the ballot, or not voting for Putin,” said Alexey, requested to be identified only by his …

Russians are voting in an election that holds little suspense after Putin crushed dissent
9 months, 1 week ago

Russians are voting in an election that holds little suspense after Putin crushed dissent

LA Times  

A student of the Maritime State University, Gennady Nevelskoy, leaves a voting booth at a polling station in Vladivostok, Russia, on Friday. Russia began three days of voting Friday in a presidential election that is all but certain to extend President Vladimir Putin’s rule for six more years after he stifled dissent. By the time polls closed Friday night at …

3 things to watch for in Russia’s presidential election – other than Putin’s win that is
9 months, 1 week ago

3 things to watch for in Russia’s presidential election – other than Putin’s win that is

Firstpost  

The 2024 election is taking place during the largest interstate conflict to take place this century Russians will vote in a presidential election from 15-17 March, 2024 and are all but guaranteed to hand Vladimir Putin a comfortable victory, paving the way for him to remain in power until at least 2030. While the result may be a foregone conclusion, …

Putin is set to win 6 more years in power. Here’s how it will affect the war and Russia’s relations
9 months, 1 week ago

Putin is set to win 6 more years in power. Here’s how it will affect the war and Russia’s relations

Associated Press  

Vladimir Putin is poised to sweep to another six-year term in this week’s presidential election, even though Russians are dying in Ukraine in a war grinding through its third year and his country is more isolated than ever from the rest of the world. FILE – Russian President Vladimir Putin meets with servicemen at the Kremlin in Moscow, Russia, on …

Putin warns that sending Western troops to Ukraine risks a global nuclear war
9 months, 3 weeks ago

Putin warns that sending Western troops to Ukraine risks a global nuclear war

The Hindu  

Russian President Vladimir Putin vowed Thursday to fulfill Moscow’s goals in Ukraine and sternly warned the West against deeper involvement in the fighting, saying that such a move is fraught with the risk of a global nuclear conflict. Mr. Putin noted that while accusing Russia of plans to attack NATO allies in Europe, Western allies were “selecting targets for striking …

What to know about Russia’s presidential election, set to give Putin another six-year term
9 months, 3 weeks ago

What to know about Russia’s presidential election, set to give Putin another six-year term

Associated Press  

This week’s election in Russia is expected to cement President Vladimir Putin’s grip on power until at least 2030. Turnout in Russia’s 2018 presidential election was 67.5%, although observers and individual voters reported widespread violations, including ballot-box stuffing and forced voting. It’s also the first presidential election to use online voting — the option will be available in 27 Russian …

Putin is all but guaranteed a sweeping victory in Russia, where he wields absolute control
54 years, 11 months ago

Putin is all but guaranteed a sweeping victory in Russia, where he wields absolute control

Associated Press  

DATE OF ELECTION March 17 TYPE OF ELECTION Presidential WHO’S RUNNING Vladimir Putin is running for president for the 5th time, seeking to extend his rule by six more years. Several other token opposition candidates will be on the ballot, but none of them stand a chance against Putin, who has absolute control of Russia’s political scene. WHY IT MATTERS …

Putin challenger says majority of Russians want Ukraine war to end
10 months, 2 weeks ago

Putin challenger says majority of Russians want Ukraine war to end

Al Jazeera  

Russian antiwar presidential hopeful Boris Nadezhdin said a “majority” of people in Russia want the conflict with Ukraine to end and promised to challenge the electoral body’s decision barring him from running in the March elections against incumbent Vladimir Putin. In an interview with Al Jazeera on Friday, Nadezhdin said the Central Election Commission ruling was a “political decision”, which …

Putin’s antiwar rival blocked from contesting Russia presidential election
10 months, 2 weeks ago

Putin’s antiwar rival blocked from contesting Russia presidential election

Al Jazeera  

Boris Nadezhdin, who has won support for his criticism of the Ukraine war, vows to challenge poll commission’s decision. Russia’s presidential hopeful Boris Nadezhdin has said his bid to run in elections in March has been blocked, and that he will challenge the decision of the election commission in the country’s highest court. Running on the ticket of the small …

Putin casts the Ukraine conflict as a fight for Russia’s survival as he seeks reelection
10 months, 3 weeks ago

Putin casts the Ukraine conflict as a fight for Russia’s survival as he seeks reelection

Associated Press  

MOSCOW — President Vladimir Putin on Friday described Moscow’s military action in Ukraine as a battle for Russia’s survival as he campaigned for reelection next month in balloting that he’s all but certain to win. “We are doing what people expect us to do.” He again argued that sending troops into Ukraine was necessary to protect Russian speakers in eastern …

Ukraine war critic submits bid to challenge Putin for Russia’s presidency
10 months, 3 weeks ago

Ukraine war critic submits bid to challenge Putin for Russia’s presidency

Al Jazeera  

Putin win seen as forgone conclusion, but Boris Nadezhdin’s opposition to Russia’s war in Ukraine has won him significant support. Boris Nadezhdin, a prominent critic of the Kremlin, has submitted the documents needed to register as a candidate for Russia’s presidential elections in March. The 60-year-old local councillor, who has promised to end Russia’s war in Ukraine, said on Wednesday …

Russian election officials register Putin to run in March election he's all but certain to win
10 months, 3 weeks ago

Russian election officials register Putin to run in March election he's all but certain to win

The Hindu  

Russia's election commission on Monday formally registered President Vladimir Putin as a candidate for the March presidential election, a vote in which he’s all but certain to win another six-year term in office. Mr. Putin, 71, is running as an independent, but he retains tight control over Russia's political system that he has established during 24 years in power. With …

Russian election officials register Putin to run in March election he’s all but certain to win
10 months, 3 weeks ago

Russian election officials register Putin to run in March election he’s all but certain to win

Associated Press  

MOSCOW — Russia’s election commission on Monday formally registered President Vladimir Putin as a candidate for the March presidential election, a vote in which he’s all but certain to win another six-year term in office. The Central Election Commission formally cleared Putin for the race after reviewing 315,000 signatures gathered by his campaign from all 89 regions of Russia. The …

An unlikely challenger to Putin brings a rare show of defiance, creating a dilemma for the Kremlin
10 months, 4 weeks ago

An unlikely challenger to Putin brings a rare show of defiance, creating a dilemma for the Kremlin

Associated Press  

They have lined up by the thousands across Russia in recent days, standing in the bitter cold for a chance to sign petitions to support an unlikely challenger to President Vladimir Putin. “We didn’t expect this, to be honest.” Nadezhdin’s name is a form of the Russian word for “hope,” and although he is highly unlikely to defeat the still-popular …

Unlikely challenger to Putin brings rare show of defiance, creating dilemma for Kremlin
10 months, 4 weeks ago

Unlikely challenger to Putin brings rare show of defiance, creating dilemma for Kremlin

LA Times  

They’ve lined up by the thousands across Russia in recent days, standing in the bitter cold for a chance to sign petitions to support an unlikely challenger to President Vladimir Putin. “We didn’t expect this, to be honest.” Nadezhdin’s name is a form of the Russian word for “hope,” and although he is highly unlikely to defeat the still-popular Putin, …

A Communist candidate gets approval to run in the Russian presidential election
11 months, 2 weeks ago

A Communist candidate gets approval to run in the Russian presidential election

Associated Press  

MOSCOW — Russia’s national elections commission on Tuesday registered the Communist Party’s candidate to compete with President Vladimir Putin in the March election that Putin is all but certain to win. The commission last week approved Leonid Slutsky of the nationalist Liberal Democratic Party and Vladislav Davankov of the New People Party for the March 15-17 vote. Both of their …

Vladimir Putin praises Russia's 'united society' in New Year address
11 months, 3 weeks ago

Vladimir Putin praises Russia's 'united society' in New Year address

India Today  

Russian President Vladimir Putin praised Russia’s “united society” in his pre-recorded New Year’s address to the nation, the country’s state news agencies reported Sunday. Putin addressed Russians in a video that ran under four minutes long, significantly shorter than the New Year’s speech he gave last year, according to state news agency RIA Novosti. He also lauded Russian citizens’ “solidarity, …

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