Putins Russia: dictator syndrome and the rise of a mafia state

Guardian correspondent Luke Harding chronicles the defining moments in Putin s early presidency that helped turn Russia into a mafia state from the clampdown on the independent media, to shocking assassinations and the emergence of prowestern democratic movements in neighbouring Georgia and Ukraine Subscribe to The Guardian on YouTube Episode one: Putin s Russia: from KGB agent to Kremlin operator The Guardian publishes independent journalism, made possible by supporters. Contribute to The Guardian today Sign up to the Guardian s free new daily newsletter, First Edition Website Facebook Twitter Instagram h