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According to France 24, Russia has begun voting for parliamentary elections, where President Putin's ruling United Russia party is expected to maintain its grip on power amid the ongoing war in Ukraine.
Analysis & context
Analysis & Context
Analytically, the current elections indicate the extent of the Russian system's control over political life and its popular support despite the economic and diplomatic challenges resulting from the war in Ukraine. In a broader context, these elections reflect the persistence of Putin's policies aimed at maintaining control over political power in the country.
