Putin's People

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Putin's People uncovers the gripping and chilling story of Vladimir Putin's rise to power and the resurgence of the KGB in modern Russia. This investigative account reveals how Putin and his close circle transformed Russia’s economy and extended their influence far beyond its borders.

An eye-opening investigation into Putin’s ascent and the shadowy world of Russian power and wealth.

Written by Catherine Belton, a former Moscow correspondent and investigative journalist, this book exposes the untold story of how Putin and a group of former KGB operatives seized control of Russia. Through exclusive interviews with key insiders, Belton details their ruthless takeover of private companies, the economy, and the creation of a new class of oligarchs.

Putin's People explores how this network siphoned off billions, blurred the boundaries between organized crime and political authority, silenced opposition, and leveraged their wealth to expand influence across the West.

Spanning from Moscow to London, Switzerland, and the United States, this gripping narrative reveals how the initial hopes for a new Russia were dashed, leading to profound consequences for its citizens and the wider world.

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