Putin painted into a corner as world leaders, major companies and even some of his people turn against him

Russian President Vladimir Putin is feeling the consequences of the invasion of Ukraine, as world leaders and corporations slash ties to the Kremlin left and right.

In the days following the announcement that he had authorized invading the neighbor country, entities ranging from world leaders to small business owners are attempting to squeeze Russia out of the global economy.

On Saturday, the United States, Canada, and other European allies released a joint statement announcing that “selected” Russian banks would be removed from the SWIFT…