Putin begins his fifth term as President, more in control of Russia than ever
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President Vladimir Putin began his fifth term at a glittering Kremlin inauguration Tuesday, embarking on another six years as leader of Russia after destroying his political opponents, launching a devastating war in Ukraine and concentrating all power in his hands. Story by Catherine Khédir-Clifford.