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USAID in Russia will cease its programs after decision by Russian government

Analysts attributed Russia's decision to end the programs in part to hostility toward US-funded groups that promote democracy and rule of law.

Vladimir Putin is pictured at the APEC summit on Sept. 7, 2012. On Sept. 17, 2012, the US State Department announced its aid and development agency, USAID, would pull out of the country after a decision by the Russian government.

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