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World Service,15 Mar 2000,28 mins

Putin's Russia

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Why Vladimir Putin's 'can-do' style is impressing other world leaders Despite his assault on Chechnya and allegations of war crimes, Vladimir Putin has impressed some western leaders, including Tony Blair. But is he an authoritarian who tramples on human rights and erodes the legacy of both Gorbachev and Yeltsin?

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