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world17 days ago•6 min saved

Putin aligns with United Russia as war fatigue deepens

With parliamentary elections approaching, Putin publicly ties himself to United Russia for the first time in nearly two decades, hoping to shore up support as war fatigue grows and trust in him slips to about 69%. The party promotes him as the president’s candidate, but broader discontent—drone strikes, internet blackouts, and fuel shortages—persists, prompting some lawmakers to distance themselves from unpopular war measures while the Kremlin denies any delay to the elections.

via Financial Times|

#public-opinion #putin #russian-elections

world-politics2 years ago•2 min saved

"Putin Mentions Navalny for First Time After Dubious Election Win"

Vladimir Putin mentioned Alexei Navalny's name for the first time in public just after declaring victory in the rigged Russian presidential elections, describing his death as a "sad event" and claiming he had agreed to a prisoner swap for Navalny before his death. Navalny's allies allege he was murdered, and Putin's comments have sparked fury among them, with calls for an international inquiry into Navalny's death. Critics view Putin's mention of Navalny's name as a sign of fear and insecurity, as the Kremlin had previously sought to suppress any disruption during the elections.

via The Independent|

#alexei-navalny #opposition-figure #prisoner-swap

world-politics2 years ago•4 min saved

"Putin's Reign: Understanding Russia's Presidential Elections"

As Russia prepares for its presidential election, Vladimir Putin is expected to secure his fifth term amid intensified crackdowns on free speech and public dissent. The election has drawn international criticism, with accusations of restricted fundamental freedoms and lack of competition. The 2020 constitutional referendum effectively allowed Putin to run for two more six-year terms after 2024, potentially keeping him in power until 2036. The election also faces scrutiny for taking place in territories controlled by Russian forces in Ukraine.

via USA TODAY|

#alexei-navalny #presidential-election #russia

politics2 years ago•0 min saved

"Widow of Alexei Navalny Urges Election Day Protest Against Putin"

Yulia Navalnaya, the widow of Alexei Navalny, has urged Russians to protest against President Vladimir Putin on election day by forming long queues at polling stations, tearing up their ballot papers, or writing 'Navalny'. This call comes after Navalny's sudden death in a Russian penal colony, for which Ms Navalnaya has blamed Putin. The Russian presidential election is expected to take place from 15 to 17 March, with Putin widely anticipated to win a fifth term, although international observers doubt the fairness of the election.

via BBC.com|

#alexei-navalny #politics #protest

politics2 years ago•3 min saved

Putin Announces Fifth Term Re-Election Bid, Securing Future as Russian President

Russian President Vladimir Putin has announced his bid for re-election, which is expected to secure him a fifth term in office. With a strong grip on power and an approval rating of 82%, Putin is widely expected to win another six-year term. The voting window will be extended to three days, and voting will also be open in four regions of Ukraine that were partially annexed by Russia. While it is unclear who will challenge Putin, imprisoned opposition leader Alexei Navalny has urged his supporters to vote for anyone but Putin.

via Fox News|

#opposition #politics #presidential-term