On Tuesday, Vladimir Putin was inaugurated for his fifth term as Russia's president in a ceremony at the Kremlin, marked by a significant Western boycott over the ongoing conflict in Ukraine. The ceremony, extending his leadership which has already lasted nearly a quarter-century, was attended by some European countries like France, Hungary, and Slovakia, despite widespread international criticism and escalating tensions, including Russia's recent announcement of nuclear drills. The U.S., UK, and most EU nations, however, adhered to a boycott, aligning with Ukraine's plea and EU's Borrell's opposition to attending the event. Reports of France's troop deployment added to the complex diplomatic backdrop.
The United States and most European Union nations will boycott a Kremlin ceremony to swear in Vladimir Putin for a new six-year term as president on Tuesday, but France and some other EU states were expected to send an envoy despite a plea by Kyiv. https://t.co/YOt7XgETb2
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Vladimir Putin began his fifth term by thanking the nation for its support, and the army which fights his war in Ukraine. Read more here: https://t.co/ImpLrqPyKv https://t.co/l3i8BLyx2f
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The EU countries that are going to Putin's inauguration have become known. RFE/RL received the list from the following sources: - France - Hungary - Slovakia - Greece - Malta - Cyprus Belgium was also on the list, but they later announced that they would not https://t.co/ei24cRH3zW
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🇷🇺 NEW: Vladimir Putin has been elected as Russian president for a 5th term [@AP]
Putin began his fifth term. It doesn’t expire until 2030, when he can run again. https://t.co/3IF47I5HDC
Putin just swore the oath of office for a 5th term. He said the presidency is a "sacred duty" Unless something happens along the way, Putin will be President until at least 2030 Via @nexta_tv https://t.co/Aqhczw7Jns
"I would like to thank everyone who is fighting for our motherland." Vladimir Putin speaks as he is sworn in for his fifth term. He adds: "The interests and the security of the citizens of our country will be my upmost priority" https://t.co/GZUq4y3cU5 📺 Sky 501 https://t.co/4fZUtgp3T7
"Together we will win". Vladimir Putin vows to "overcome all obstacles" as he ends his inauguration speech in Moscow. Read more here: https://t.co/F2uDKnWkmg 📺 Sky 501, Virgin 602, Freeview 233 and YouTube https://t.co/IKVmrwZTsm
President Putin recently addressed the nation, highlighting his commitment to Russian interests and security. He praised the heroes of the Special Military Operation and emphasized that Russia's fate will be determined solely by its people for the benefit of current and future… https://t.co/uVTmlwJQbh
Russian President Vladimir Putin was sworn in for a new six-year presidential term on Tuesday in a ceremony boycotted by the United States and many European Union nations due to the war in Ukraine. https://t.co/D9QVBpjMS1
#BREAKING Putin sworn into office for fifth presidential term: AFP https://t.co/f1I8K2zxMZ
🇪🇺 The EU countries that are at Putin's inauguration: France Hungary Slovakia Greece Cyprus
France, Hungary & Slovakia Amongst Nations At Russian Presidential Inauguration The diplomats from the UK, US and other countries said no thank you to attend the ceremonial confirmation of Vladimir Putin's 5th term as Russian leader. Watch live here on https://t.co/tqlnQxtRjv https://t.co/RWaZtVL0at
France, Hungary & Slovakia Amongst Nations At Russian Presidential Inauguration The diplomats from the UK, US and other countries said no thank you to the ceremonial confirmation of Vladimir Putin's 5th term as Russian leader. Watch live here on https://t.co/tqlnQxtRjv https://t.co/FgChdVdeDE
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Ukraine war live updates: Putin to be sworn in for the fifth time ahead of government reshuffle; West boycotts inauguration https://t.co/PuG6hzXFuM
US, most EU nations to boycott Putin’s inauguration over Ukraine war https://t.co/DcllRiR2Qb
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🇷🇺 WESTERN BOYCOTT OF PUTIN'S INAUGURATION The US and a majority of EU countries will boycott Putin’s inauguration for a new six-year term as Russia's president. France and some other EU states plan to send representatives despite calls from Ukraine. The varied responses… https://t.co/Va178VZBLo
Russian President Putin sent a sharp message on the eve of his inauguration for a fifth term, planning nuclear drills and accusing Western leaders of escalating tensions over Ukraine and hauled in the ambassadors of Britain and France for a dressing-down. https://t.co/8Sgd9nbRFn
🇫🇷FRANCE TO ATTEND PUTIN'S INAUGURATION AMID TROOP DEPLOYMENT REPORTS French ambassador will likely be one of the few EU countries to attend Putin's inauguration. EU representatives and nations received invitations; Poland and Germany opted out, and EU's Borrell opposed any EU… https://t.co/UM2CvUCYVz
Just a few months short of a quarter-century as Russia's leader, Vladimir Putin on Tuesday will put his hand on a copy of the constitution and begin another six-year term as president wielding extraordinary power. https://t.co/gRICt4Zcnq
Vladimir Putin is about to begin another six-year term as Russia's president wielding extraordinary power. What he'll will do with his next term is a daunting question at home and abroad. https://t.co/kbAfZKVDvM