#russian-elections

#russian-elections

Russian presidential election outcome was expected due to lack of viable challengers for Putin.

Kremlin orchestrated a theatrical performance framing the election as a plebiscite on the war in Ukraine. [ more ]

Mr. Putin's increasing share of the vote in presidential elections shows a pattern of improvement.

Russians are apprehensive about potential changes following Putin's overwhelming victory in the latest election. [ more ]

Russian nationals in European capitals are protesting at embassies against Putin's rule, honoring Navalny.

Emotions are running high among voters, queuing in rain, calling for protests, and expressing discontent with Putin's administration. [ more ]

Yulia Navalnaya urges Russians to protest against Putin on election day

Navalnaya vows to continue her late husband's work against Putin [ more ]

President Putin claimed victory without real competition

Many Russians turned the election into a protest against Putin [ more ]

Putin's re-election seems assured, raising concerns about his unrestrained power and potential post-election actions.

Putin's control is bolstered by economic resilience, military advances, and Western skepticism of progressive values. [ more ]

Russia faced Ukrainian drone attacks during final day of elections

Opposition urging mass protests at polling stations against Putin [ more ]

Ukraine and Russia exchanged attacks, including drone strikes on Russian oil facilities.

Ukraine's aim is to weaken Russia's economic potential and disrupt the flow of resources fueling the war. [ more ]

Vladimir Putin confirms he will run for a fifth presidential term in the Russian elections in March 2024.

Putin is expected to win with little opposition, potentially matching Stalin's three-decade grip on power. [ more ]

Russian voters show frustration through disruptive acts at polling stations.

Western leaders denounce Russian presidential elections as a sham. [ more ]

Putin's State of the Nation address before the presidential election will focus on setting objectives for the next six years.

The address is expected to mention domestic issues, including the economy, social policy, and potentially, the death of opposition politician Alexei Navalny. [ more ]