Putin thanks Russians for voting despite Ukraine drone attacks

news.yahoo.co.jp (Japanese)

Russian President Vladimir Putin thanked citizens for their active participation in the State Duma elections on September 23, despite what he described as attempts to disrupt the vote, including Ukrainian drone attacks. Speaking at an online meeting with government ministers, Putin said the high voter turnout demonstrates public support for authorities' efforts to strengthen Russia. The ruling United Russia party is projected to win over three-quarters of parliamentary seats. Putin expressed confidence that the goals of the "special military operation" in Ukraine will be achieved, telling frontline soldiers that "people believe in you and our victory."


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