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2024 was a year of triumphs and setbacks for Russian leader Vladimir Putin. Here's how it unfolded
Read full article: 2024 was a year of triumphs and setbacks for Russian leader Vladimir Putin. Here's how it unfoldedThe year 2024 saw President Vladimir Putin further cement his power as he sought to counter Russia's isolation over the war in Ukraine.
Russia's top court upholds decision barring anti-Ukraine war hopeful from presidential race
Read full article: Russia's top court upholds decision barring anti-Ukraine war hopeful from presidential raceRussia’s Supreme Court has upheld a ruling barring liberal politician Boris Nadezhdin from running in the upcoming presidential election.
What to know about Russia’s presidential election, set to give Putin another six-year term
Read full article: What to know about Russia’s presidential election, set to give Putin another six-year termThis week’s election in Russia is expected to cement President Vladimir Putin’s grip on power until at least 2030.
Russian election officials reject antiwar politician's bid to oppose Putin in next month's vote
Read full article: Russian election officials reject antiwar politician's bid to oppose Putin in next month's voteAntiwar politician Boris Nadezhdin was rejected as a candidate in next month’s presidential balloting by Russian election officials, a strong signal from the Kremlin that it won't tolerate any public opposition to the invasion of Ukraine.
An unlikely challenger to Putin brings a rare show of defiance, creating a dilemma for the Kremlin
Read full article: An unlikely challenger to Putin brings a rare show of defiance, creating a dilemma for the KremlinThousands of people across Russia are signing petitions to support the longshot candidacy of Boris Nadezhdin.
Russian presidential hopeful calling for peace in Ukraine meets with soldiers' wives
Read full article: Russian presidential hopeful calling for peace in Ukraine meets with soldiers' wivesA Russian presidential hopeful opposing Moscow’s military action in Ukraine has met with a group of soldiers’ wives who are demanding that their husbands be discharged from military service.