Russia Under Putin
Vladimir Putin shaped Russia significantly as its president. Under his leadership, the former superpower regained its old strength and made unexpected economic strides.
Medvedev Wins Election Amid Accusations of Voter Intimidation
Dmitry Medvedev easily won the race to succeed President Vladimir Putin, official results showed Monday, March 3, in elections seen by critics as Kremlin-orchestrated to divide power between the duo. »Mehr zu: title"
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Medvedev Will Add Modern Touch to Putin's Agenda, Experts Say
Critics say President Putin will keep pulling the strings after Russia elects a new president on Sunday, March 2. But some German experts believe that Putin's self-chosen successor will not simply act as a marionette. »Mehr zu: title"
Putin Calls for High Voter Turnout Ahead of Russian Election
Though his hand-picked successor has been all but named, Russian President Vladimir Putin urged voters Friday, Feb. 29, to go to the polls in the presidential elections on Sunday. Critics have called the vote a "farce." »Mehr zu: title"
Russia's Power Is Greatly Exaggerated, Say Experts
Sunday's parliamentary elections in Russia may well leave much to be desired in terms of democracy. But experts on the country say there's little need to fear the Kremlin's long-term plans. »Mehr zu: title"
Russian Election Goes Unobserved
In the run-up to the Russian presidential poll on March 2, the Organization for Cooperation and Security in Europe announced earlier this month that it would not send observers. Deutsche Welle takes a closer look. »Mehr zu: title"
