Russian President Vladimir Putin made an early exit on Nov. 16 from a two-day summit of world leaders where he was roundly criticized over Russia's escalating aggression in Ukraine, but brushed off suggestions that he had felt pressured.
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NBC News: Russian for the Exit: Putin denies he fled summit pressure
A protester holds up a placard against Russia's President Vladimir Putin, as hundreds brave the heat to rally against the G20 Leader's Summit in the Australian city of Brisbane on Nov. 15, 2014.
