Putin's Party Wins Record 355 Seats in Russia Vote — SkimNews
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- United Russia secured a record 355 parliamentary seats in Russia's parliamentary elections, cementing its dominant majority, according to Reuters.
- Russians abroad voted overwhelmingly against Putin's party, polling data from Euronews showed, contrasting with the domestic result.
- An anti-war party gained only a tiny regional foothold, highlighting the absence of significant opposition to Putin's rule on the ballot.
Why it matters: United Russia's record seat haul confirms uncontested Kremlin control of the legislature, while the anti-war vote among Russians abroad signals diaspora dissent that exists without domestic outlet. The opposition's near-total absence from meaningful representation underscores the vote's role as a referendum consolidation rather than a competitive election.
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