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Russia's 2026 parliamentary election delivered United Russia a supermajority, with 86 war veterans entering the Duma. Days earlier, Putin nationalized the Russian assets of Auchan, Nestlé, and Leroy Merlin. NHL star Alexander Ovechkin defended his campaign ad appearance, while the IPI demanded justice for journalist Viktoriia Roshchyna.
Russia's 2026 State Duma elections saw United Russia retain and expand its constitutional majority, with no opposition parties making gains and the anti-war Yabloko party barred from the ballot. The vote, held amid the war in Ukraine and economic strain, was widely seen as predetermined, though the Kremlin invested heavily in turnout and presentation. Analysts say the result will likely reinforce the status quo, but how the Kremlin uses the mandate remains an open question.
Putin nationalizes assets of Auchan, Nestlé, and Leroy Merlin on the eve of Russia's parliamentary election. NHL star Alexander Ovechkin defends his United Russia campaign ad, reinforcing Kremlin messaging. The moves suggest a regime tightening control over economy and loyalty.