Russia's macho man: Putin shows muscle... again

It's August in Russia, and that can only mean one thing – it's time for the Russian public to be treated to another round of Vladimir Putin's holiday photos. This year, Mr Putin, formerly president and now Prime Minister, was snapped doing a spot of topless horse-riding. The images will play well with Russians, who respect Mr Putin for his hard-man image, as cultivated by PR stunts showcasing his macho abilities, including his judo moves and tiger-shooting skills.

LiveLeak | August 5, 2009

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