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Vladimir Putin, Russia’s longstanding leader, was sworn in on May 7—at noon Moscow time—for a fifth term of office after sweeping elections in March.The move gives Mr. Putin six more years, until 2030, at the helm of the ex-Soviet Eurasian powerhouse.Attended by a galaxy of Russian officials and foreign dignitaries, the swearing-in ceremony was held at the Grand Kremlin Palace in Moscow.In a post-