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# Putin on a show

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An Italian farmer has turned his field into a giant Putin portrait ahead of the G20

As an artist, he’s outstanding in his field (sorry).

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Jul 5th 2017, 2:45 PM

Putin on a show

Listen: Elton John agrees to go to Moscow Pride parade in hoax call

Audio of the hoax call has been published. The singer says it’s an honour to speak to “one of the most influential people” in the world.

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Sep 17th 2015, 10:18 AM

Putin on a show

'An anti-constitutional coup': Vladimir Putin isn't happy about events in Ukraine

The Russian president is addressing journalists in Moscow this morning.

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Mar 4th 2014, 11:21 AM