Russians bid farewell to Gorbachev, but without Putin

In this file photo taken on December 21, 2004 Russian President Vladimir Putin (R) talks to former Soviet President Mikhail Gorbachev (L) prior to a joint press conference of German Chancellor Gerhard Schroeder and Putin at Gottorf castle in Schleswig. PHOTO/AFP

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  • While it has not been announced who will attend the funeral, the Kremlin has said that Putin will be absent due to scheduling issues.

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