Russians forged ballots in an election preordained to increase President Vladimir Putin’s rule

MOSCOW: Voters throughout Russia forged ballots Saturday on the second day of an election set to formalize six extra years of energy for President Vladimir Putin, who faces no severe challengers after crushing political dissent over his almost quarter-century of rule. The election comes in opposition to the backdrop of a ruthless crackdown that has […]

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Iran counts ballots in vote seen favouring conservatives

TEHRAN: Iran started counting ballots on Saturday after a vote for parliament and a key clerical physique, with native media estimating a low turnout and conservatives anticipated to dominate. Friday’s elections have been the primary since widespread protests triggered by the September 2022 demise in police custody of Mahsa Amini, 22, an Iranian Kurd. She […]

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