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​Russian President Vladimir Putin takes part in a ceremony launching the construction of infrastructure objects via video link from a residence outside Moscow, Russia, March 14, 2024.
Analysis

25 years on, is Putin unstoppable?

Surprising zero people, Vladimir Putin on Sunday won reelection to his fifth term as Russia’s president.

​Russian President Vladimir Putin tours an exhibition as part of the Strong Ideas for a New Time forum held by the Agency for Strategic Initiatives, an autonomous non-profit organization in Moscow, on Feb. 20, 2024.
News

Viewpoint: Russian authorities seek strong election showing for Putin

There is little doubt President Vladimir Putin will win another term in office in elections this weekend. Still, the Kremlin is working hard to ensure a strong showing for the 71-year-old leader who has ruled the country for 25 years. Displays of public support are important for his legitimacy.

The GOP’s Musky scent
Hard Numbers

The GOP’s Musky scent

Musk's cash splash, which makes him the largest known midterm donor, is meant to help Republicans head off a so-called “Blue Wave” of Democratic support that could cost the GOP not only the House but possibly the Senate.

Slovenia votes, global defense spending soars, gridiron culture war at SCOTUS, guess who flouted the Russian arms embargo?
News

Hard Numbers: Slovenia votes, global defense spending soars, gridiron culture war at SCOTUS, guess who flouted the Russian arms embargo?

Russia’s President Vladimir Putin is seen in his office in the Novo-Ogaryovo residence during a videoconference meeting
Viewpoint

What is Putin so worried about?

There is little intrigue about the outcome of Russia's elections to the Duma (the lower house of parliament) on 17-19 September. Still, in recent months, the Kremlin has dialled up various forms of political repression against opposition figures, those connected to them and independent media. Why?

Putin has a solution for US democracy
Puppet Regime

Putin has a solution for US democracy

Are you tired of elections that are confusing, meddled with, or disputed? Renowned US democracy expert Vladimir Putin knows there is a better way!