Russia: Kremlin party dominates controlled vote
Summary
Early results from Russia’s recent parliamentary election show the Kremlin-backed United Russia party leading. The vote was tightly controlled and took place during the ongoing war, with about 111 million people eligible to vote.Key Facts
- The parliamentary election in Russia was held from Friday to Sunday.
- Around 111 million people in Russia were eligible to vote.
- The election occurred during wartime between Russia and Ukraine.
- Moscow’s mayor said voting continued despite Ukrainian drone attacks.
- The Kremlin-backed United Russia party is leading the early results.
- This is Russia’s first parliamentary vote held during a war.
- The election was described as tightly controlled, limiting competition.
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