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Putin wins fourth term as Russian president

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Russian president Vladimir Putin at a rally in Moscow Source: AAP

Russian president Vladimir Putin has been re-elected for a historic fourth term, Putin has strengthened his grip on power, picking up more votes than in 2012, although the election was shrouded in controversy after his nearest contender was expelled.

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Russian president Vladimir Putin has been re-elected for a historic fourth term, Putin has strengthened his grip on power, picking up more votes than in 2012, although the election was shrouded in controversy after his nearest contender was expelled.

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