Russia’s pro-Putin party set to win election as Ukraine exposes war’s growing reach into Moscow
- Posted on September 21, 2026
- By CNBC
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In brief
Russia's ruling party appears positioned to secure electoral victory amid escalating military tensions with Ukraine. The election concluded as Ukraine executed an unprecedented drone assault involving over 1,000 unmanned aircraft, with Moscow becoming a primary target. This unprecedented strike demonstrates how the conflict has intensified beyond traditional battlefields, bringing direct military operations to Russian territory and signaling a significant shift in the war's geographic scope and strategic implications.
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Russia’s pro-Putin party set to win election as Ukraine exposes war’s growing reach into Moscow
Ukraine launched more than 1,000 drones at Russia on the State Duma election’s final day, including hundreds targeting Moscow.
