Russia tightens security as parliamentary elections approach

The elections, the most extensive parliamentary polls in Russia since the launch of its special military operation, will determine the composition of the country’s 450-member State Duma for the next five years.

The composition of the Duma is, therefore, expected to influence the policy priorities that will guide Russia’s national development over the next five years.

Voting within Russia will be conducted over three days, from September 18 to 20, a measure intended to ease voter flows and reduce pressure on election officials amid prevailing operational risks.