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Russia is holding its first State Duma election since invading Ukraine, with voting also imposed in occupied Ukrainian regions. President Vladimir Putin's party is expected to dominate the tightly controlled contest, according to Deutsche Welle.
Analysis & context
Analysis & Context
Analytically, this report illustrates how Russia uses elections as a tool for political legitimacy in areas it occupies in Ukraine. In the broader context, these elections point to the ongoing tension in the relationship between Russia and the West due to the invasion of Ukraine.
