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Putin sworn in as Russian president

VLADIMIR Putin today took his oath of office to become Russian president for a historic third mandate at a glittering ceremony inside the Kremlin.

Placing his hand on a copy of the constitution, Putin swore to "respect and protect the rights and freedoms of the people" and defend Russia's security as he officially took over from outgoing President Dmitry Medvedev.

 

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