Putin vowed to serve the Russian people and defend Russian sovereignty with his hand on a gold-embossed copy of the constitution, before making a short speech.
Turning to the crowd in the Grand Kremlin Palace, he thanked Russians for their 'sincere support and cohesiveness', telling them 'we have revived pride in our fatherland
He was greeted by great ovation as he strode alone across the red carpet to the podium to be inagurated
Another six: President-elect Vladimir Putin is seen being sworn-in as President of Russia for the fourth time
The re-elected President promised to pursue an economic agenda that would boost living standards across the country, following a recession partly linked to international sanctions
Honour Guards carry the Constitution of the Russian Federation and the Presidential Emblem during the inauguration ceremony
