Vladimir Putin extends two-decade rule by another six years; wins 77% of Russian vote

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Monday, 7 May 2018 ()
Vladimir Putin extends two-decade rule by another six years; wins 77% of Russian voteVladimir Putin was sworn in as Russia's president for a fourth term today, extending his almost two-decade rule by another six years at a time of high tension with his Western rivals.

The 65-year-old, in power since 1999, is on course to become the longest-serving Russian leader since Joseph Stalin after his victory in March's...
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