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Putin attacks the Vikings. His view of history shows what the long-term goal is.

MOSCOW (Aftenposten): Putin justified the war by saying that Ukraine is not a state. Now he deals with the Vikings.

Orthodox saints and tsars are given a large place in the giant museum “Russia – my story”. Critics say the story is being rewritten to support Vladimir Putin’s political project.

Last week, President Vladimir Putin attended a seminar with Russian students. He was asked by a student about the role the Vikings played when the Russian state was formed. Putin’s response would make Norwegian historians put their coffee down their throats.

For several years, Putin has delved into the past. Putin’s many speeches and articles on history show what his long-term goals are.

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