Russia’s actions in Ukraine and its annexation of Crimea have been backed predominantly by the older generation.
![Putin's core electorate perceive his actions as morally justifiable, writes Minina [Reuters]](https://www.aljazeera.com/wp-content/uploads/2014/03/2014328175423672734_20.jpeg?resize=270%2C180&quality=80)
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The Olympic mega-project aims to promote an image of Russia’s recovered international prestige and national unity.
![The Winter Olympics reflect Russia's grand global aspirations [Reuters]](https://www.aljazeera.com/wp-content/uploads/2014/02/20142714533462734_20.jpeg?resize=270%2C180&quality=80)
Khodorkovsky’s complex past may make it difficult for him to pursue a political role.
![Once Russia's richest man, Khodorkovsky spent 10 years in prison before being abruptly released by Putin [AP]](https://www.aljazeera.com/wp-content/uploads/2013/12/20131220125833323734_20.jpeg?resize=270%2C180&quality=80)
