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Russia’s Elections Under Siege | Philadelphia News
Russia’s parliamentary elections are becoming a stark test of Kremlin control, as authorities shut down dissent by barring anti-war voices like Boris Nadezhdin and disqualifying Yabloko candidates for “extremist” symbols — a clear effort to silence opposition and boost United Russia. Public frustration, fueled by Ukraine’s drone strikes, fuel shortages, and fears of conscription, is eroding Putin’s approval ratings and challenging the regime’s narrative dominance. What began as a brief window for criticism has now slammed shut, leaving voters with little hope for change — and the Kremlin…
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