Russia's elections had few surprises - but how the Kremlin uses the results is far from clear
Summary
Russia's recent parliamentary elections went as expected, with the ruling party United Russia keeping its majority in the State Duma. The election showed no surprises, and parties that support President Putin continued to dominate, while the only allowed anti-war party, Yabloko, was removed from the ballot.Key Facts
- United Russia is expected to keep its constitutional majority in the State Duma.
- The election outcome was predictable with no major changes in party representation.
- Yabloko, the only anti-war party allowed to run, was removed from the ballot by Russia’s Supreme Court shortly after registration.
- Many Yabloko candidates faced jail, bans from running, or lacked election observer registration.
- Voters in Moscow showed resignation to ongoing war-related events, including recent drone strikes near the city.
- President Putin ruled out any new army mobilizations for now.
- The Kremlin will likely use the election results to claim public support for Putin and the continuation of the war in Ukraine.
- There is still public anxiety in Russia about the possibility of future mobilization despite official denials.
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