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The death of opposition leader Alexei Navalny further fueled this unrest. His passing in prison became a rallying point for many who were once apathetic or even supportive of Putin's regime. The growing civil society is challenging the long-standing myth of Putin's invulnerability, as citizens increasingly demand accountability and reform.
The Unemployment Crisis: A Hidden Dilemma
In his admission, Putin also touched on what he described as an unemployment crisis. Despite an official unemployment rate of just 2.3%, this figure paints a distorted picture. The deployment of significant portions of the male workforce to fight in Ukraine hampers the labor market while artificially lowering unemployment figures.