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Putin’s portrait judged best in the world

Published 8 Feb, 2008 12:58 | Updated 8 Feb, 2008 15:58

A photo of Putin that graced the cover of Time Magazine has won the prestigious World Press Photo award in the Best Portrait category.

The photo was taken by the British-born photographer known as Platon.

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