The Kremlin wants the election to showcase popular support for the war and legitimize its action, stamping out any dissent to avoid political risks. Russia’s first wartime parliamentary election was due to end Sunday, virtually devoid of opposition to President Vladimir Putin’s policies and all but»»»

Russia's first wartime parliamentary election was due to end Sunday, virtually devoid of opposition to President Vladimir Putin's policies and all but certain to cement the Kremlin's dominance. The last day of the election came as Ukrainian forces fired more than »»»

Russia's first wartime parliamentary election was due to conclude Sunday, with the absence of genuine opposition to President Vladimir Putin's policies making it all but certain that the Kremlin will retain its dominance. The final day of voting came as Ukrainian forces launched more than 1,000 dro»»»