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To understand the threat to our real democracy, watch Putin’s fake one

As Russians vote this weekend, remember that Britain is not immune to the cynical tactics and corrosion of trust that keep him in power, says Guardian columnist Rafael Behr

The Guardian - UK · Sep 16

Outcry after star NHL player appears in Putin’s United Russia campaign ad

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The Independent UK · Sep 15

Calls for NHL star to be banned after appearing in ad for Putin’s government

Hockey star Alex Ovechkin, 40, appeared alongside pro Putin figures in a campaign supporting the Russian leader

The Independent UK · Sep 15

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Russia election 2026: Putin-backed United Russia seeks to retain parliamentary dominance

Russia’s parliamentary election from September 18-20 is expected to preserve President Vladimir Putin’s United Russia party’s dominance of the 450-seat State Duma. The vote comes amid restrictions on opposition parties, criticism from election observers and voting in Russian-controlled Ukrainian territories. United Russia’s majority will determine its ability to pass constitutional…

The Economic Times · Sep 15

NHL star Alex Ovechkin appears in campaign ad for pro-Putin United Russia party

Alex Ovechkin, the NHL’s all-time leading scorer, has starred in a campaign ad for Vladimir Putin’s party, United Russia, in the run-up to the new hockey season

The Guardian - US · Sep 15

Is Europe developing Ukraine war fatigue?

Volodymyr Zelensky is fighting a war on several fronts. Russia is ramping up its missile attacks with almost nightly bombardment of Ukrainian cities. A blockade of Ukraine’s Black Sea ports is choking its grain exports with a devastating effect on its agricultural economy.

The Conversation · Aug 21

Banning the opposition, going on a listening tour: Putin’s worried about the coming election

Could we see Vladimir Putin’s control of Russia seriously challenged – or even destabilised in the coming months? Predicting when authoritarian regimes might fall is notoriously difficult. Their hold on power can appear solid until suddenly it crumbles. But there are signs that the Kremlin is concerned about the potential…

The Conversation · Aug 20

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War-Mad Putin Wildly Claims 'Everything Is Fine' as Russia Fractures Behind Closed Doors

Vladimir Putin's address at the United Russia Party Congress emphasised national unity and resilience amidst ongoing conflict and Western sanctions, reinforcing the Kremlin's narrative ahead of parliamentary elections.

International Business Times UK · Jun 29

Ukrainian strike ignites Russian oil refinery as Putin acknowledges 'difficult period'

Debris from downed Ukrainian drones sparked a blaze at a major oil refinery in Russia on Sunday, according to local authorities. This comes as Russian President Vladimir Putin said that his country was “going through a difficult period”. In recent months, Ukraine has stepped up its long-range attacks on Russian…

France 24 · Jun 28

'New People': Russia's Kremlin-made spoiler party is now its second most popular

New People, created by the Kremlin as a controlled outlet for dissent, has doubled its support to 13.4% as internet shutdowns fuel frustration with the Russian state.

Euronews · May 14

Polish far-right MEPs uncomfortable in Sovereign Nations group

The three Polish members of Europe of Sovereign Nations are unhappy with the group’s stance on Russia. But they will not leave it (for now).

Euronews · May 13, 2025

Russian region of Dagestan holds a day of mourning after attacks kill 19 people

Russia’s southern region of Dagestan is holding the first of three days of mourning following a rampage by Islamic militants that killed 19 people, most of them police, and attacked houses of worship in apparently coordinated assaults in two cities

The Independent UK · Jun 24, 2024

Unmarred by Russian spying scandal, Austria’s far-right expected to cruise to victory in European elections

For the Freedom Party of Austria (FPÖ), the weeks are going by like clockwork. The far-right party continues to top the polls. It is expected to clinch a comfortable victory in the European elections on 9 June with almost 27% of the vote, well ahead of the Social Democrats of…

The Conversation · Jun 4, 2024

‘Do I vote? Hell no’: Russia heads to predictable presidential election

Putin is all but certain to win, but some refuse to engage in the political process as others plan protest votes.

Al Jazeera · Mar 14, 2024

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The Guardian - UK · Feb 16, 2024

Alexei Navalny obituary

Russian anti-corruption campaigner critical of Putin and subjected to physical attacks and imprisonment

Putin Nominated for 2024 Reelection, Medvedev Urges Unity

Russia’s ruling party backs Putin's bid for reelection, while a lesser-known candidate advocating for peace in Ukraine edges closer to formal candidacy.

International Business Times · Dec 17, 2023

Putin Vows To Make Russia 'Self-sufficent' In Fifth Kremlin Term

Russian President Vladimir Putin on Sunday vowed to make Russia "sovereign and self-sufficient" in the face of the West, in his first campaign speech before a March vote to extend his long rule until at least 2030.

The Independent UK · Dec 17, 2023

Putin to run as ‘independent candidate’ in Russia’s presidential election – here’s what it means

Putin will be up against a selection of harmless candidates in heavily-staged elections in mid-March next year

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The Guardian - AU · Dec 16, 2023

Russia-Ukraine war: Ukraine hit by one of the worst cyber attacks of the war, says UK – as it happened

The attack, which took place this week, lasted 48 hours and caused huge disruption, UK intelligence said

The Guardian - AU · Oct 8, 2023

Russia-Ukraine war at a glance: what we know on day 592 of the invasion

Volodymyr Zelenskiy says Israel has ‘unquestionable’ right to defence, draws parallels with the war in Ukraine

The Guardian - AU · Oct 8, 2023

Russia-Ukraine war: Ukraine expects ‘record number’ of Russian drone attacks this winter – as it happened

Spokesman for air force says country has already seen more than 500 Iranian-designed Shahed drones in September alone

The Independent UK · Sep 11, 2023

Russia’s election commission says the ruling party wins the most votes in occupied Ukrainian regions

Russia’s Central Election Commission says the country’s ruling party won the most votes in elections held in occupied Ukrainian regions

Al Jazeera · Sep 11, 2023

Putin’s party wins controversial polls in annexed Ukraine regions: Reports

State media says Putin’s United Russia won more than 70 percent of the ballot in four regions annexed from Ukraine.

The Independent UK · Sep 8, 2023

Russia holds elections in occupied Ukrainian regions in an effort to tighten its grip there

Russian authorities are holding local elections this weekend in occupied parts of Ukraine in an effort to tighten their grip on territories Moscow illegally annexed a year ago and still does not fully control

Evening Standard · Feb 18, 2023

Vladimir Putin finding it ‘increasingly difficult to insulate Russians from Ukraine war,’ says UK

Andrey Turchak, the head of the ruling United Russia party, said on February 16 that Mr Putin had been presented with a report ahead of his state of the nation address on February 21

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