Political Infighting In The Kremlin?

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Putin Factions Gridlocked Over Arrest As Sanctions Bite -- Fuel Fix

Russia’s wheels of power are grinding to a halt.

That’s the assessment of five officials close to President Vladimir Putin, who say that a struggle at the heart of his inner circle is slowing decision making as sanctions squeeze the economy. With Putin focused on foreign policy, rival factions are battling for influence, said the people, who declined to be identified discussing internal issues.

One group, centered on Prime Minister Dmitry Medvedev, is concerned about Russia’s increasing alienation from the global financial system, said the officials. The other, which includes heads of state companies such asIgor Sechin of OAO Rosneft (ROSN) and veterans of the security services, favors greater state control over the economy, they said.

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My Comment: There has .... and is .... and always will be internal fights in the Kremlin .... but it is also true that it is getting "nasty" now.