Russia’s parliamentary election result underscores public support for Kremlin policies, Putin says

President Vladimir Putin declared that Russia's inaugural wartime parliamentary election, which solidified the Kremlin's already dominant legislative grip, reflected public backing for his policies. The election, which saw over 97% of the vote counted within three days, saw United Russia, the main Kremlin party, secure more than three-quarters of seats in the lower house, the State Duma, a historic high.

Voter turnout exceeded 59% of the 111 million eligible voters, the highest for a parliamentary election in over a decade. Amid ongoing Ukrainian drone attacks that damaged infrastructure and claimed lives, Putin addressed Russian soldiers, assuring them that the vote was a testament to their courage and devotion to the nation. Despite economic challenges and the relentless drone assaults, Moscow Mayor Sergei Sobyanin reported that over 450 drones were neutralized, primarily targeting Moscow.

The Kremlin's comprehensive media campaign and stringent election control allowed them to maintain their political ascendancy, even amidst domestic struggles.