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The News
According to France 24, preliminary results from Russia’s parliamentary election show the Kremlin-backed United Russia party leading in the tightly controlled vote. The election, the country’s first parliamentary ballot held during wartime, began on Friday and concluded on Sunday.
Analysis & context
Analysis & Context
Analytically, these elections demonstrate how the Kremlin seeks to consolidate its political control amid the war. In a broader context, these are the first elections held during an armed conflict, highlighting the challenges and considerations related to DEMOCRACY AND WAR EFFORTS.
