Six years. That's how long Vladimir Putin will remain in power in Russia... for now.

Earlier this week he was victorious in the country's election - winning in a landslide result of 87.3%. But why did Russia even hold an election when it was almost certain that Putin would be re-elected? 

In this episode of The Quicky, we take a look at what happens now for Russia and the rest of the world, particularly Ukraine, as well as claims of a rigged election. 

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CREDITS 

Host: Claire Murphy

With thanks to: 

William Partlett - Associate Professor at Melbourne Law School and an expert in Russian and East European studies. 

Producer: Claire Murphy

Executive Producer: Kally Borg

Audio Producer: Thom Lion