Russian President Vladimir Putin's behaviour following his invasion of Ukraine is mirroring the downfall of Nazi leader Adolf Hitler, a university professor has said. Putin is reportedly becoming isolated and refusing to accept criticism as his country's brutal war against Ukraine continues.
Professor Angus Dalgleish, of St George's, University of London, told The Mirror this behaviour is typical of a mad dictator and he believes "the end days of Hitler were incredibly similar".
He continues: "It is the refusal for criticism and the above all feeling that you are right and everyone else is completely wrong.