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Outrage as Russia hikes protest fines

The Kremlin-controlled Russian parliament has rammed through a harsh bill that raises fines 150-fold for people taking part in unsanctioned rallies, in a move aimed at discouraging the opposition from challenging President Vladimir Putin.

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Tearful Putin claims poll victory

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Numbers swell at anti-Putin demonstrations

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Putin's party wins crushing victory

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Russians complain of 'pressure to vote'

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Anti-Putin protesters stage second demonstration

Putin attempts to boost business with tax collector attack

RUSSIAN President Vladimir Putin tried to boost business confidence yesterday, reassuring skittish investors during his state of the nation address that rules governing the privatisation of state property and tax collection would not be constantly shifting.

Tue, 26 Apr, 2005

Russian MPs may force Putin to hold elections

Russian MPs are preparing a proposal that could force President Vladimir Putin to choose between firing his Cabinet or dissolving parliament.

Tue, 06 Mar, 2001