Vladimir Putin turns 70: The images that show the Russian leader's unpredictable nature

The Russian despot has dominated Russia for nearly 23 years since being handpicked by President Boris Yeltsin as his preferred successor in a surprise announcement on New Year's Eve 1999.

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