Vladimir Putin’s inner circle
While political opponents of the president-elect are sentenced to prison, political cronyism is alive and well.
Published On 16 Mar 2012
Russian courts have recently doled out punishments to three opposition activists. It’s being seen as a warning to critics of President-elect Vladimir Putin.
But while political opposition continues, political cronyism is alive and well.
Al Jazeera’s Charles Stratford takes a look at Putin’s rich and powerful inner circle.
Source: Al Jazeera