Yabloko Barred, But Peace Push Continues | Calgary News

Calgary News Today | 2 Min News | The Daily News Now! · Aug 13, 2026 · 1m

Russia’s only registered anti-war party, Yabloko, has been banned from parliamentary elections after the Supreme Court ruled it had undisclosed Western ties — a claim the party denies. Despite the ban, leader Nikolai Rybakov vows to stay and fight for change from within, as hundreds of supporters protested outside the court, chanting “shame.” Once a major parliamentary force, Yabloko now holds just regional seats, but Rybakov believes they’d have been competitive if allowed to run. They’re appealing the decision, seeing it as a turning point that’s amplified their message of peace and…