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Russia parliamentary election begins as Kremlin seeks war backing - India Today
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Russia’s three-day parliamentary election began with limited opposition and aims to bolster Kremlin backing for the war, as authorities push turnout across voting weekend and even allow online voting. Voting occurs amid security incidents and controversy over ballots in annexed and Russian-held Ukrainian regions, with United Russia expected to retain control of the State Duma despite the war and criticism.
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