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Editorial: La Vanguardia
March 1, 2024
- Putin is in full swing of his electoral campaign to guarantee his re-election.
- The failure of the Ukrainian counteroffensive has given Russia a psychological advantage.
- The upheaval of the mercenaries of the Wagner Group weakened Putin and encouraged speculation about his downfall.
- The disappearance of Prigozhin and the death of opposition figure Navalni are considered threats sent by Putin.
- Putin has threatened the West with his nuclear arsenal if NATO soldiers are deployed in Ukraine.
Conclusion: Despite multiple internal and external issues, Putin seems to come out stronger ahead of the upcoming elections, buoyed by his authoritarianism and the emergence of a psychological advantage in the Ukraine war.