Coverage dated September 23, 2026

Putin Casts Election Result as an Endorsement of His War

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The Russian leader called on Russia’s military to step up its advance in Ukraine after a successful result for his ruling party.

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    Putin Casts Election Result as an Endorsement of His War (opens Wall Street Journal)

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    The Russian leader called on Russia’s military to step up its advance in Ukraine after a successful result for his ruling party.

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