Russians vote in parliamentary election amid wartime controls
Russians began a tightly controlled three-day vote for all 450 State Duma seats in the country's first parliamentary election since Moscow sent troops into Ukraine in February 2022. Only parties that support President Vladimir Putin and the Kremlin's military campaign were registered to run, and voting was organized in occupied Ukrainian areas, prompting condemnation from the European Union and a Council of Europe body. The vote is expected to strengthen United Russia and offers a measure of public support for the war, while critics note censorship, jailed opponents, and fears of a new mobilization.
United Russia likely to win in tightly controlled wartime election
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Russia sent troops into Ukraine in February 2022. The state then banned opposition and tightened censorship. The election result may strengthen United Russia and could lead to new mobilization plans.
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