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Russia: Kremlin party dominates controlled vote

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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