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Putin was the first world leader to call Bush after the attacks, offering Russian intelligence and airspace to support the U.S. war effort—a move that surprised many in the Kremlin.

is the first episode of the 2012 documentary series Putin, Russia and the West , produced by Norma Percy for the BBC. This guide summarizes the key events and political shifts covered in this initial chapter. 📺 Episode Overview Taking ControlPutin, Russia and the West : Seas...

The episode details how Putin "declawed" Russia's oligarchs, most notably through the arrest and imprisonment of oil tycoon Mikhail Khodorkovsky . 👥 Notable Contributors Putin was the first world leader to call