The arrest and subsequent release of Russian journalist Ivan Golunov last Wednesday, after almost a week under house arrest over allegations of drug possession, come at a difficult time for President Vladimir Putin.
Used to sky-high approval ratings that have edged past 90 per cent previously, the Russian President is now experiencing a low not seen in many years. Last month, Russians' trust in Mr Putin fell to 31.7 per cent, according to data from state-run pollster WCIOM.Enjoy unlimited access to ST's best work Subscribe Now
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