Associated Press
MOSCOW (AP) — Russian President Vladimir Putin has opened his marathon news conference and call-in show. It is an annual event he has used to reinforce his authority. Putin’s comments Thursday will be closely watched for signs of any shifts in his position on Ukraine. The fighting there is nearing its three-year mark. Putin could also comment on the downfall of Syrian President Bashar Assad. The event is broadcast live by state-controlled TV stations across Russia’s 11 time zones. It has been heavily dominated by domestic issues in the past years.
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