How Vladimir Putin became one of the most feared leaders in the world
Putin's rise
Early life and KGB career
The beginnings of a political career
Prime minister appointment and first presidency
Reelection
Second stint as prime minister
Current term as president
Putin's threat to the West
The liberal world order
Murdering dissidents
Strongman tendencies
Putin and Trump
Published February 14, 2017
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