War and Elections in Russia: A Marriage Made in Moscow The parliamentary elections underway in Russia are being held under extraordinary circumstances, with millions of citizens still reeling from the devastating effects of the ongoing war in Ukraine.
The Kremlin's control over the electoral process has been tightening, and dissenting voices have been silenced or forced to flee.
As voters go to the polls, they're not only choosing their representatives but also endorsing a war that's dragged on for four and a half years.