Putin takes another step in Russia's power dance

Russia formally voted Vladimir Putin as prime minister today leaving the country wondering just who is really in charge.

Russia formally voted Vladimir Putin as prime minister today leaving the country wondering just who is really in charge.

His appointment came in a carefully planned handover of power a day after he passed on the presidency to his protege Dmitry Medvedev.

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