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Originally Posted by Bilge_Rat
Again, there seems to be a consensus among many Russia watchers, based on recent actions, that Putin will probably step down after his current term ends in 2024 and that he is busy laying the groundwork for his eventual successor.
Putin also seems to be taking an increasingly hands off approach to running internal affairs.
Because of that, there is an "end of Regime" feel in Russia and many groups are maneuvering to increase their power base in anticipation of the "new" regime.
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A sure sign of Putin giving up the throne would be when he starts moving his assets to another country 
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