Putin's troubles

Holed up in his mansion, Russia's authoritarian leader is facing serious challenges both at home and abroad

Vladimir Putin.
(Image credit: ALEXEY DRUZHININ/SPUTNIK/AFP via Getty Images)

Holed up in his mansion, Russia's authoritarian leader is facing serious challenges both at home and abroad. Here's everything you need to know:

Why is Putin in trouble?

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