Russia Bans Images of Putin Wearing Makeup (Video)

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Look Who's Insecure About His Manhood: Russia Bans Images of Putin Wearing Makeup
The Justice Ministry quietly designated the photoshopped image of President Vladimir Putin wearing makeup as "extremist" material, essentially outlawing it from being circulated.
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          Apr 06, 2017
          
        
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Look Who's Insecure About His Manhood: Russia Bans Images of Putin Wearing Makeup

The Justice Ministry quietly designated the photoshopped image of President Vladimir Putin wearing makeup as "extremist" material, essentially outlawing it from being circulated.

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