Warsaw, March 1, 2026 (AFP) - Putin, Russia's eternal leader defined by war and power

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2026-03-01

Vladimir Putin's four-year-long invasion of Ukraine is the culmination of a quarter century spent tightening his grip on power, crushing opponents and trying to expand Russia's influence -- and borders. Whatever the outcome of the war that has killed hundreds of thousands, wrought massive destruction and forever changed both countries, it will be the central aspect of the 73-year-old's legacy. The Kremlin leader hopes victory will place him along......

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