Elections in Russia: Putin asks Russians to vote in “difficult” times for the country

The president of Russia, Vladimir PutinToday he asked Russians who will vote in the presidential elections that start tomorrow, Friday and run until Sunday, in a television message to the population.

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The head of the Kremlin, whose re-election for a fifth term is considered certain, stressed that the elections are “a step towards the future” and their result “will have a direct impact on the country’s development in the coming years”. .”

“I will say clearly: participation in today’s elections is a manifestation of patriotic feelings. This is perfectly understood by the inhabitants of Donbass and Novorossia, who, in the most difficult conditions, voted in referendums for unity with Russia and they will also vote these days”, he stressed.

A Russian rescue team votes during early voting in the Russian presidential election, on a street in Donetsk, part of Russia-controlled Ukraine. (Photo: STRINGER/EFE/EPA/).

Putin emphasized that soldiers participating in the military campaign in Ukraine They will also exercise their right to vote.

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“They, defending the homeland with bravery and heroism and by participating in the elections, they set an example for all of us”, he added.

The president said he was convinced that Russians are aware of the “difficult period” the country is going through and the complex challenges it faces.

“And to continue to respond to them with dignity and successfully overcome difficulties, we need to remain united and have confidence in ourselves,” he said.

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Putin faces three candidates, the communist Nikolai Kharitonov, the ultranationalist Leonid Slutsky and the supposed liberal Vladislav Davankov, none of whom have any chance of overshadowing him.

Source: Elcomercio