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"Bukele's Dominance: El Salvador's Polarizing Strongman Poised for Re-election"

Originally Published 1 year ago — by Financial Times

El Salvador's president, Nayib Bukele, known for his strongman style of leadership and support for Bitcoin, is heading for a second term amid concerns about his increasingly authoritarian tendencies and the rise of a "cult" of personality around him. Bukele's administration has faced criticism for its crackdown on political opponents and the judiciary, raising fears about the country's democratic institutions.

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"Putin's Global Reputation in Jeopardy: The Fallout from Recent Revolts"

Originally Published 2 years ago — by CNN

Russian President Vladimir Putin is working to reestablish his strongman reputation within Russia after the Wagner insurrection tested it. CNN reports that documents suggest a top Russian general was a VIP member of Wagner, but the Kremlin has refused to comment on the general's whereabouts. The article also includes videos on the Russia-Ukraine conflict, a frontline video of an ex-US Marine fighting in Ukraine, Putin greeting supporters in a surprise appearance, and the consequences faced by those who defied Putin in the past.

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