Putin Shifts to Public Outreach After Failed Mutiny Amid Ongoing Ukraine War

Putin is actively engaging the Russian public after operating in isolation during the pandemic.
His public interactions portray him as accessible, in response to a failed mutiny against him.
The outreach aims to maintain Putin's legitimacy and public support amid challenges.
While still limited, Putin's public presence marks a noticeable change from his past seclusion.
The shift comes as Russia continues its invasion of Ukraine, now in its second year.