Vladimir Putin

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From Greenpeace to Election Drama: Vladimir Putin's Ongoing Saga

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Delve into the world of Vladimir Putin, Greenpeace, and election controversies in Russia. What's the real story behind Putin's power? Find out now!

Vladimir Putin, the enigmatic leader of Russia, has been a central figure in various controversial events, from his run-in with Greenpeace and Paul McCartney to his stronghold on power through questionable elections. The BBC documentary exploring the Arctic 30 saga of 2013 sheds light on the complexities of Putin's leadership. Opposition figures like Sobol and Chanysheva challenge Putin's authority, but his political prowess seems unbeatable.

As Russia gears up for another presidential election, the certainty of Putin's extended rule into the 2030s raises eyebrows. Polls and politics play a crucial role in Putin's continuous reign, marked by questionable electoral practices and expansive police powers. The lack of suspense in the upcoming election only highlights Putin's dominance in Russian politics.

The inevitable victory of Vladimir Putin in the upcoming election underscores a pattern of unchallenged leadership. Putin's firm grip on power and the pseudo-democratic nature of Russian elections have left many questioning the true essence of democracy in the country. Despite international scrutiny, Putin's popularity remains unwavering.

With Putin's call for unity among voters, even in annexed Ukrainian regions, the political landscape of Russia continues to be shaped by his authoritative presence. As the world watches the election unfold, the enduring image of Putin's presidency seems unshakable, paving the way for another chapter in Russian politics.

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Vladimir Putin's Run-In With Greenpeace & Paul McCartney To Be ... (Deadline)

A BBC documentary will explore Vladimir Putin, Paul McCartney and Greenpeace after Arctic 30 saga in 2013.

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Opposition To Vladimir Putin (Barron's)

Sobol. Chanysheva. The Barron's news department was not involved in the creation of the content above. This article was produced by AFP.

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Putin is coasting towards another term in power. Here's what you ... (CNN)

Russia is holding a presidential election that is all but certain to extend Vladimir Putin's rule throughout this decade and into the 2030s.

Putin, polls and politics (Aljazeera.com)

Russian President Vladimir Putin's hold on power attributed to questionable elections and sweeping police powers.

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6 more years of Vladimir Putin will bring increasingly weak ... (UPI.com)

There is very little drama in Russia's presidential election this weekend. We all know Vladimir Putin will win. The only real question is whether he will ...

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Why does Putin always win? What to know about Russia's pseudo ... (The Washington Post)

In a three-day election that leaves no room for doubt, Russian President Vladimir Putin is poised to win a fifth term on Sunday, allowing him to stay in ...

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Putin asks voters, including in annexed Ukrainian areas, to ... (Reuters)

President Vladimir Putin appealed on Thursday to voters, including in annexed parts of Ukraine, to be united in determining Russia's future by casting ...

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This 'election' won't kickstart any change in Russia – but a defeat for ... (The Guardian)

The countless individual tributes to Alexei Navalny show there is another Russia, says Guardian columnist Timothy Garton Ash.

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Russia elections: What 6 more years of Putin could mean (The Associated Press)

TALLINN, Estonia (AP) — As Vladimir Putin heads for another six-year term as Russia's president, there's little electoral drama in the race.

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

Russia goes to the polls on Friday (15 March) until Sunday (17 March) and the result is already known. Vladimir Putin will win a fifth term as president and ...

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Putin calls on Russians to vote in election to determine 'fate of the ... (The Independent)

Vladimir Putin has called on Russian citizens to cast their ballots in the upcoming presidential election, urging them to “determine the fate of the ...

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In A Whirlwind Of War And Repression, Putin Set To Secure Six ... (Radio Free Europe/ Radio Liberty)

Since the last presidential election in 2018, President Vladimir Putin has marched Russia faster than ever into authoritarianism. In the March 15-17 vote ...

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Vladimir Slivyak on Russia's elections: “Vladimir Putin eliminated ... (Right Livelihood Award)

Russia is holding presidential elections from March 15 to 17. President Vladimir Putin, who has been at the helm for almost 25 years, is almost certain to ...

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Russia Election: Vladimir Putin Prepares to Extend Reign (Foreign Policy)

Welcome back to World Brief, where we're looking at Russia's presidential election, LGBTQ+ rights in Japan, and ransom demands for Nigeria's kidnapped ...

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Ukraine recap: Russian election special – and the winner will be ... (The Conversation UK)

That's already been done for them – it'll be Vladimir Putin. If there had ever been any doubt that the president of 24 years would be returned for another six, ...

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What Russians are being told about Putin's re-election (BBC News)

It was at a grand military awards ceremony last December that Vladimir Putin told the Russian public he would stand for the presidency for a fifth time.

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What Russians are being told about Putin's re-election (BBC News)

It was at a grand military awards ceremony last December that Vladimir Putin told the Russian public he would stand for the presidency for a fifth time.

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How conspiracy theories help to maintain Vladimir Putin's grip on ... (The Conversation AU)

Russian disinformation expert Ilya Yablokov tells The Conversation Weekly podcast about the president's shifting relationship with conspiracy theories.

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Within the context of the war with Ukraine, the election in Russia has a new dimension to it this year - even if the result ... (Sky News)

Vladimir Putin. And a warning, if ever they needed one after the death of Putin's only real political rival Alexei Navalny, that those ...

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Russia election 2024 live news: Putin looks to secure 5th term as ... (Aljazeera.com)

Incumbent President Vladimir Putin is largely expected to win and secure a fifth term as leader. Many opposition figures see the election as a way to gauge ...

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A forever war, more repression, Putin for life? Russia's bleak post ... (The Guardian)

The president will use his inevitable win in the polls as a mandate for continuing the assault on Ukraine and going after domestic 'elites'

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Vladimir Putin is running for president, and he's going to win. Again. (RNZ)

In this grab from a handout footage released by the Russian Defence Ministry on March 15. Russia's Defence Minister Sergei Shoigu (R) and Army chief of staff ...

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What to know about Russia's election, sure to hand Putin another term (NPR)

MOSCOW — Russians head to the polls Friday through Sunday for presidential elections certain to deliver President Vladimir Putin a fifth term in office, ...

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Vladimir Putin on brink of 6 more years in power as Russia's election ... (Globalnews.ca)

Russia began three days of voting on Friday in an presidential election that is set to extend the rule of Vladimir Putin by six more years.

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What's the point of Russia's election if we know Vladimir Putin will win? (The Economist)

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Vladimir Putin's victory all but certain as Russians head to the polls (The Guardian)

Longtime Russian leader faces no meaningful opposition after death in Arctic penal colony of Alexei Navalny.

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Putin vows to punish Ukraine for attacks that mar Russia's ... (Reuters)

Vladimir Putin accused Ukraine on Friday of aiming to disrupt Russia's presidential election by shelling Russian territory and using 2500 armed soldiers to ...

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Russia polling stations vandalized as election sure to grant Vladimir ... (CBS News)

Moscow — Russian police detained at least eight people Friday for acts of vandalism at polling stations on the first day of voting in presidential elections ...

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