Putin's Visit to Mariupol and ICC's Arrest Warrant: A Turning Point in Russian Politics

Russian President Vladimir Putin made his first visit to Mariupol, Ukraine, which was devastated during the Russian invasion. Putin drove past the locations of several notorious attacks during the months-long assault, including the Maternity Hospital Number Three and the Theatre Square. He also visited a new residential compound in the city's Nevsky district, which was built by Russia. The UN estimates that 90% of residential buildings were damaged or destroyed in the Russian onslaught. The concert hall, which was used by civilians for shelter during the siege, was also visited by Putin.