Putin Wins Russia Election in Landslide

RUSSIA – Vladimir Putin secured an unprecedented fifth term as Russia’s President Monday, amidst tight restrictions on opposition and free speech.

The election commission announced the results of the vote in which Putin faced no serious challenges.

Putin claims overwhelming support, but European leaders denounce the election as a sham.

According to Putin, ‘no one has ever managed to frighten us.’ The European Union condemns the lack of political space and violations of rights.”