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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

This episode documents the early years of Vladimir Putin's presidency (2000–2004). It focuses on his rapid rise from a KGB official to a world leader who initially sought close ties with the United States following the . 🗝️ Key Historical Moments 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 is the first episode of the 2012 documentary