Ukraine & Russia — State Duma

Ukraine: Ukraine is regularly striking Russia with drones, targeting energy infrastructure to deprive Russia of revenues and bring the war to an end. This action has prompted Russia to implement new defense measures for its financial institutions.

Russia — State Duma: The Russia — State Duma, Russia's lower house of parliament, passed the law allowing financial institutions to operate drone defense systems, playing a key role in the legislative process.

Ukraine: Ukraine suffered extensive damage to its civilian and energy infrastructure, and a significant number of casualties due to the massive Russian missile and drone attacks. Its air defense systems are being depleted, leading to calls for more international support.

Russia — State Duma: The Russia — State Duma, Russia's parliament, is represented by Andrey Kartapolov, who discussed potential Russian military targets, indicating the legislative body's involvement in defense discussions.

Ukraine: Ukraine is indirectly affected as the war context drives the Kremlin's decision to suppress anti-war voices. The ban may prolong the conflict by eliminating domestic opposition to it.

Russia — State Duma: The Russia — State Duma, Russia's lower house, is the body Russia — Yabloko sought to enter. The ban ensures the Duma remains dominated by pro-Kremlin parties.

Ukraine: The war in Ukraine is the backdrop for Nadezhdin's anti-war stance and the Kremlin's repression.

Russia — State Duma: Parliamentary elections in September are the context for the crackdown on opposition candidates.

Ukraine: War context; Nadezhdin's anti-war stance contrasts with Kremlin's policy.

Russia — State Duma: Upcoming election context; Nadezhdin's arrest reduces opposition presence.

Ukraine: The conflict is cited as context for fuel crisis and public fatigue.

Russia — State Duma: Elections are scheduled for September 2026; opposition candidates are being removed.

Ukraine: Accused by Russia of using Telegram to recruit and coordinate attacks. The allegations are part of the ongoing information war between the two countries.

Russia — State Duma: Russian parliament; some members criticized the blocking of Telegram, reflecting internal divisions.

Russia — State Duma: The Russia — State Duma, the lower house of Russia's parliament, is the forum where opposition parties like Russia and the Russia — Communist Party of the Russian Federation are proposing measures to address rising food prices.