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Legislative in Russia: "The result is played ahead" for Putin's victory

Unsuspended elections are held in Russia from Friday to Sunday. The majority of united Russia, Vladimir Putin's party, should be returned to the Duma. The opposition was rejected. A "result played ahead" before a possible new wave of mobilization for the war in Ukraine. Interview with the specialist Tatiana Kastouéva-Jean.

18 Sept 2026, 16:26 UTC

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Russia: The Duma, a puppet assembly?

In Russia, from Friday onwards, voters are called upon to renew the lower house of Parliament, the Duma. This is the first election of the institution since the beginning of the large-scale Russian invasion of Ukraine. However, the only party opposed to the war, Iabloko, was not allowed to present its list.

18 Sept 2026, 12:47 UTC