https://www.live-feeds.com/feed/the-real-danger-of-russia-s-fake-electionsContinuously updated, source-cited coverage. https://www.live-feeds.com/feed/the-real-danger-of-russia-s-fake-electionshttps://www.live-feeds.com/feed/the-real-danger-of-russia-s-fake-elections#u45895Fri, 21 Aug 2026 11:21:20 +0000Russia has barred the opposition Yabloko party from participating in elections, amid increased pressure on the party and its members. Yabloko's deputy head has been jailed, and anti-war politician Lev Shlosberg was sentenced to 11 years and one month in prison. The party has become a focal point for Russians' discontent with the government.Why it mattersThe Yabloko party has faced mounting pressure from the Russian government, which has led to concerns about the fairness of upcoming elections. The party's exclusion from the ballot has sparked criticism that the elections are not