Putin has shaped Russia into a monolith by crushing political opposition, running independent-minded journalists out of the country, and promoting a devotion to traditional values. He acts with extraordinary power, launching a war in Ukraine despite potential consequences.
The war in Ukraine remains Putin's central focus, impacting internal politics, resource allocation, the economy, and levels of internal repression. Putin is resolute in fulfilling Moscow's goals in Ukraine and protecting Russian sovereignty and citizens.
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