Putin says Russia’s ‘ready’ for Olympics

Russia paraded the Olympic torch through host city Sochi on Wednesday, February 5 – two days before the official opening of the Winter Games – as President Vladimir Putin declared the country “ready.” Seven years after its successful bid stunned the world and paved the way for the hosting of the biggest event in Russia since the fall of the Soviet Union, organizers are now making the finishing touches for the opening of the 22nd Winter Olympics. Concerns remain, however, regarding Russia’s suitability as a venue, as another anti-Games ecological activist was sent to jail. Protests are also planned worldwide over Russia’s now notorious anti-gay law.

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