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Putin Sworn in for Fifth Six-Year Term Amid EU, US Boycott

May 7, 2024, 09:11 AM

Vladimir Putin was sworn in for a fifth six-year term as the President of Russia in a lavish ceremony held at the Kremlin. This marks his continuation in power, having ruled Russia throughout the 21st century. The inauguration, which took place on Tuesday, was notably boycotted by the United States and many European Union nations due to ongoing tensions related to the war in Ukraine. Despite the international boycott, France is expected to send a representative, underscoring Putin's enduring influence in Russian politics.