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Putin Poised for Another Six-Year Term

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The latest election results indicate that Russian President Vladimir Putin is on the brink of securing another six-year term in office.

According to an exit poll on late Sunday, Putin has reportedly captured approximately 87 percent of the vote, maintaining a commanding lead over his nearest competitor, who garnered only around 4.7 percent of the vote, as reported by the Russian government-operated media agency Sputnik.

Read also: Exploring Vladimir Putin’s Life and Legacy

With the closure of ballots late Sunday at 8 p.m. Moscow time, marking the conclusion of the country’s first-ever three-day election, Putin’s victory seems all but certain. If confirmed, this will mark his fifth term in office, solidifying his position as the longest-serving Russian leader since dictator Josef Stalin.

Read also: Fair And Transparent Expatriate Polling at Russian Consulate in Karachi

Putin’s victory extends his tenure until at least 2030, thanks to new laws he pushed through in 2020 allowing for six-term limits. This means that, at 71 years old, Putin could potentially rule until 2036, till the age of 83, further consolidating his power.

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