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Putin inaugurated in Kremlin ceremony boycotted by the US and many European Union nations due to the war in Ukraine

Vladimir Putin began his fifth term Tuesday 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.

Washington fears loss of bases in Niger would risk the country following its neighbours and falling under Russian hegemony

He may not be a household name, but Ilya Gambashidze appears to be involved in almost all of the latest Russian disinformation operations across the world. His disruptive cyber actions earned him a spot last year on the European sanctions list. But a FRANCE 24-RFI profile of Russia’s mystery man…

Using a new avatar of the paramilitary group, Putin is strengthening Russia’s presence in the North African country.

The Russian leader had a busy week, one that saw him exude confidence about Russia's military and economic resilience as Ukraine has increasingly struggled on the battlefield.

Russia has so far not disclosed the true casualty toll from its invasion of Ukraine.

The death of Russian opposition leader Alexei Navalny in prison was shocking, but hardly surprising. It follows a long line of fallen critics and opponents of Russian leader Vladimir Putin.

During President Vladimir Putin’s rule several of his vocal critics have died or been sentenced to lengthy jail terms.