Putin's War Election: A Sham Exercise in Legitimacy The latest developments in Ukraine Russia relations are not just about drone strikes, but also about the Kremlin's efforts to legitimize its actions through a sham election.
The recent vote was marred by reports of electoral irregularities and intimidation of opposition candidates, underscoring the autocratic nature of Vladimir Putin's regime.
Electronic voting in Moscow has been particularly contentious, with voters experiencing glitches in the system and being forced to cast ballots electronically without paper trails.