Members of an election commission, wearing face masks and gloves to protect against coronavirus count ballots after voting at a polling station in eastern Siberian city of Chita, Russia, Wednesday, July 1, 2020. Russia's vote on constitutional amendments that could allow President Vladimir Putin to extend his rule until 2036 entered its final day Wednesday amid widespread reports of pressure on voters and other irregularities. (AP Photo)
July 1, 2020
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July 1, 2020 3:33 p.m.
Russian voters agree to extend Putin's rule to 2036
Russian election officials say a majority of voters have approved amendments to constitution that would allow President Vladimir Putin to stay in power until 2036