Putin sworn in as Russian president for record fifth term
Vladimir Putin said Russia will pass through its current difficult phase and emerge victorious, as the president took power for a record fifth term. Mr Putin was sworn into office at the Kremlin, after securing a fresh six-year mandate following a landslide victory in elections in March. He said Russia remains open to other countries and will not shut off dialogue with the West. The 71-year-old leader has ruled Russia since 1999 and his new term expires in 2030. Dasha Chernyshova reports.
Vladimir Putin said Russia will pass through its current difficult phase and emerge victorious, as the president took power for a record fifth term. Mr Putin was sworn into office at the Kremlin, after securing a fresh six-year mandate following a landslide victory in elections in March. He said Russia remains open to other countries and will not shut off dialogue with the West. The 71-year-old leader has ruled Russia since 1999 and his new term expires in 2030. Dasha Chernyshova reports.
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