Operation Reputation Restoration: Russian President Vladimir Putin today wanted to convey a clear image of strength and unity in the wake of his country’s controversial Wagner uprising at a virtual summit with Asian leaders. It is Putin’s first participation in an international meeting since the mutiny a week and a half ago. And both his partners and rivals are now questioning just how tightly he is still in control, more than a year after the start of his not-so-smooth invasion of Ukraine.
ttn-3
Putin wants to assure pro-Russian world leaders his grip on power is strong: “United like never before”
