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# Putin Him In Charge

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'We have revived pride in our fatherland' - Putin sworn in for fourth term

“As head of state I will do all I can to multiply the strength, prosperity and fame of Russia.”

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May 7th 2018, 1:36 PM

Russians go to the polls as Putin is set to secure a fourth term in charge

The election comes amid tensions with Britain.

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Mar 18th 2018, 7:31 AM