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Putin claims landslide win as scrutiny of Russian election grows
Original: Putin claims a landslide, but he can’t hide the smoke over Moscow
Vladimir Putin has declared victory in Russia's presidential election with an overwhelming share of the vote, extending his rule for another term. Western commentators, including analysts at the Foundation for Defense of Democracies, argue the result was preordained and point to signs of dissent at home, with imagery of smoke over Moscow cited as a symbol that all is not as calm as the Kremlin suggests.
Why now: The election result is fresh news and its legitimacy is being openly questioned abroad.
Vladimir PutinRussiaMoscowFoundation for Defense of Democracies
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- Putin claims a landslide, but he can’t hide the smoke over Moscow · Foundation for Defense of Democracies
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