Politics● ElevatedAug 15 · Aug 15, 2026, 7:15 AM
Putin pact with the Russian people is fraying and his paranoia is deepening – The Irish Times
GlobeAlert Desk · curated from irishtimes.com · Ireland
An analysis suggests that Russian leader Vladimir Putin's relationship with his people is weakening, accompanied by increasing paranoia. This indicates potential political instability within Russia.
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