He had a penchant for strongmen politicians, such as Vladimir Putin, who he was great friends with. He is even said to have gifted the Russian leader with a duvet cover festooned with both men’s faces. On hearing of Mr Berlusconi’s death on Monday, President Putin described him as a “dear person, a true friend”.
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