President Vladimir Putin stated on 23 September 2026 that high turnout in the previous weekend's parliamentary election demonstrated public support for Russian armed forces fighting in Ukraine.
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MOSCOW, Sept 23 - President Vladimir Putin said on Wednesday that high turnout in last weekend's parliamentary election showed that Russians support their armed forces fighting in Ukraine and the authorities' efforts to protect national security.
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Vladimir Putin stated that high voter turnout in the parliamentary election reflects public support for government policies. Preliminary results indicated that United Russia secured a significant majority in the Duma. The election included voting in Ukrainian territories claimed by Russia, which Ukraine considers illegal. Amid ongoing Ukrainian drone attacks, authorities extended voting days and a