In a landslide victory, Russian President Vladimir Putin is set to extend his rule for another six years after a tightly controlled election. With no real alternatives presented to voters, Putin faced three token rivals from Kremlin-friendly parties.
The election took place amidst heightened tensions with Ukraine, with the Russian Defense Ministry reporting the downing of 35 Ukrainian drones overnight. Despite facing Western sanctions, Russia’s wartime economy is expanding.
The election was marred by multiple cases of vandalism at polling stations, with one woman even arrested for throwing a firebomb at a polling station entrance. Former President Dmitry Medvedev called for tougher punishment for vandals.
Opposition leaders, including the late Alexei Navalny who died in prison, have been urging protest by voting, despite the limited options available to voters. Putin has cast the conflict in Ukraine as a battle against the West, while Ukrainian attacks have resulted in civilian casualties near the border.
Western leaders have criticized the election as undemocratic, citing limited possibilities for independent monitoring. Despite the controversy surrounding the election, Putin’s grip on power remains unchallenged as he prepares to extend his rule for another term. Stay tuned to Celebrity Beauty Buzz for more updates on this developing story.
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