More of the Same?
Experts expect Putin to continue to do what he’s done of late; bring conflict and brutality to those at home and abroad.
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Putin’s victory included a reported 87% of the vote, he feels indicates an overwhelming majority of support at home. Experts are dubious that those in the west will agree to the voracity of these numbers.
A "Pseudo-Election"?
Germany has referred to the proceedings as a “pseudo-election’ with officials throughout the western world condemning the circumstances surrounding it.
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Putin was quite proud of his results, championing the process as “transparent” unlike the “US with Mail in voting… you can buy a vote…”
Warnings of Full Scale World War
Putin wasted no time adding more threats to his resume, making it clear that conflict between Russia and the West is possible, and perhaps “one step away.”
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His 87% of the vote, whether you believe it or not, is seen internally as a mandate for his action and style of leadership.
Putin and Trump's Unholy Bond
US intelligence officials fear a potential second term for disgraced former President Donald Trump given Putin’s continued power, and Trump’s long fascination with him.
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The threat to US interests and security are severe in an outcome that lands both Putin and Trump back in power.