State Duma

State Duma

Russians living abroad cast their ballots on the final day of Russia’s parliamentary election, amid protests against President Vladimir Putin and the war in Ukraine, on 20 September 2026. Photo: Reuters

Russian exiles cast votes to voice dissent to Putin and Ukraine war

Russian exiles turn election day into a symbolic vote against Putin.

Plumes of smoke rise from fires (centre) at an oil refinery following what the authorities say is a Ukrainian drone strike in the course of the Russia-Ukraine conflict, in Moscow, Russia. Photo: Reuters

Ukraine launches biggest Moscow drone attack as Russia votes