Will President Vladimir Putin extend his mandate? | Inside Story

Russians are heading to the polls to elect a president for the next six years. If Vladimir Putin wins, as is widely expected, it will be his fifth term in office. Critics describe him as a ruthless dictator while supporters say he's the resilient leader Russia needs. However, his policies are shifting alliances and altering Moscow's ties with Europe and the U.S. There's the invasion of Ukraine, nuclear threats and a changing world order. So, will Putin define Russia's future for years to come? And is his political vision aligned with the country's long-term interests? Subscribe to our channel http://bit.ly/AJSubscribe Follow us on Twitter https://twitter.com/AJEnglish Find us on Facebook https://www.facebook.com/aljazeera Check our website: https://www.aljazeera.com/ Check out our Instagram page: https://www.instagram.com/aljazeeraenglish/ Download AJE Mobile App: https://aje.io/AJEMobile @AljazeeraEnglish #Aljazeeraenglish #News