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Tuesday, May 7, 2024
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Tuesday, May 7, 2024
Putin takes oath for record fifth presidential term
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In this pool photograph distributed by Russian state agency Sputnik, Russian president-elect Vladimir Putin walks prior to his inauguration ceremony at the Kremlin in Moscow on May 7, 2024. (Photo by Alexey MAISHEV / POOL / AFP)
Russian President Vladimir Putin is sworn into office at a lavish Kremlin ceremony for a record-breaking fifth term with more power than ever before.
The 71-year-old has ruled Russia since the turn of the century, securing a fresh six-year mandate in March after winning presidential elections devoid of all opposition.
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