According to early vote counts that took place in Russia on Sunday, loyalists of Vladimir Putin and the war in Ukraine is set to win governor elections across Russia.
Kursk Vote Counts
Some of the Ukrainian forces have taken control over towns and territories in this region; however the vote counts will also be including Kursk. The local and regional elections that were happening across Russia came to a close on Sunday evening.
A High Preference for Candidates Backed by the Kremlin
There was an expectation that voters will be backing and supporting candidates backed by the Kremlin in 21 governor elections. This also includes legislative assembly members in 13 regions and city council officers throughout Russia.
In Russia there is an interruption taking place pertaining to elections tightly controlled as a vote of confidence in Vladimir Putin and his operations in Ukraine, which is now in its third year.
The presidential term of Vladimir Putin extended during the March 2024 elections. President Vladimir Putin now 71 years of age won the elections by gaining 87.97% of the votes. Results released on March 17th all throughout Russia.
President Vladimir Putin will be Russia’s most long standing president to serve the nation after 200 years. Later with a six year term to follow. According to a statement by the Chairman of The United Russia Party, Dmitry Medvedev “A War is on”. He went on to say “Let’s be honest: there is a war going on. Our task is to defeat former Russian president.”
A Massive Vote battle for United Russia Party Candidates
There is a recurring target for Ukrainian drone attacks in the Lipetsk region of Russia. Amidst all this the present governor Igor Artamonov, a candidate of United Russia Party has received 80% of votes. And most of these votes are counted.
On the other hand Oleg Matytsin, former Minister of Sports also from the same party is leading. By the election to the lower house state Duma, located in the border Bryansk region. This area is no different to many Ukrainian affected regions, constantly under Ukrainian air attacks.
Conclusion
The Pro-Kremlin candidates are dominating the Russian elections. This is happening in the midst of the on-going Ukrainian conflict showing continuous support from Vladimir Putin’s government. The extended presidential term of Putin is solidified by these results and the United Russia Party influence throughout the nation.
Key Points
- Loyalists of Vladimir Putin are expected to win governor elections across Russia, based on early vote counts.
- The Kremlin-backed candidates are anticipated to gain strong support in 21 governor elections. This also includes legislative assemblies and city councils across the country.
- United Russia Party candidates, such as Igor Artamonov and Oleg Matytsin, are leading in vote counts despite ongoing Ukrainian drone attacks in regions like Lipetsk and Bryansk.