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Putin signals he intends to stay in charge of Russia

By Lynn Berry
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Posted 09 May 2008 @ 03:45 pm HKT

An early signal of the level of Putin's influence will come when Russia forms a new government. Most members of his team are expected to remain in high posts.

Another important sign will be the TV coverage of Putin and Medvedev on national channels, which are all under Kremlin control and have served as a political bellwether. Medvedev has been given lavish coverage, but Putin remains the main hero of the evening news.

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