Event Brief
Russia holds State Duma elections under control
By The BriefBrief · Sources (5)
Filed: Sep 18, 2026 at 5:06 AM ET
Summary: Russia is holding elections for the State Duma for the first time since Moscow sent troops into Ukraine in 2022. President Vladimir Putin’s party is expected to win the highly controlled election.
WHO: Russia
WHAT: Elections for the State Duma are held in a highly controlled process.
WHEN: Sep 18, 2026 at 2:39 AM ET
WHERE: Russia
WHY: The election is being held as a scheduled vote for the State Duma.
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