# Putin’s Grip Fading Amid Crisis

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Podcast: [Perth News Today | 2 Min News | The Daily News Now!](https://stenobird.com/podcast/perth-news-today-2-min-news-the-daily-news-now-7574199)
Published: 2026-06-16T17:28:06+00:00
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Putin’s grip on power is fraying as Russia’s war toll mounts, the economy crumbles, and citizens turn to paper maps and walkie-talkies—fueling whispers that the once-unshakable leader is now a “grandpa in a bunker,” isolated and increasingly out of touch with his own people. Support the show: Get a discount at https://solipillow.com/discount/dnn. Advertise on DNN: advertise@thednn.ai This is an automated, high-level news summary based on public reporting. Report issues to feedback@thednn.ai. View sources & latest updates: https://sources.thednn.ai/cc87827ac0a990cb

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