https://www.live-feeds.com/feed/russians-go-to-polls-with-no-party-against-putin-or-war-in-ukraineContinuously updated, source-cited coverage. https://www.live-feeds.com/feed/russians-go-to-polls-with-no-party-against-putin-or-war-in-ukrainehttps://www.live-feeds.com/feed/russians-go-to-polls-with-no-party-against-putin-or-war-in-ukraine#u76801Sat, 19 Sep 2026 23:00:43 +0000Russia has begun three days of parliamentary voting characterized by a lack of opposition parties opposing Vladimir Putin or the war in Ukraine. The Kremlin views the election as a gauge of support for its military campaign and a means to cement power. While a victory for the ruling United Russia party is considered certain, the process includes incentives for electronic voting and tight state control. International observers and opposition groups have reported restrictions on monitoring and the arrest of election observers.Why it mattersThe State Duma elections serve as a mechanism for the Kr