In a recent statement, Secretary of State Antony Blinken has denounced Russia's presidential election as "undemocratic." The comments come in response to the Russian government's decision to bar two candidates from the ballot, both of whom oppose the country's ongoing invasion of Ukraine. This move has drawn criticism for limiting the electoral choices available to Russian citizens and undermining the principles of free and fair elections.
Blinken's statement highlights concerns over the lack of genuine competition in Russia's electoral process. With President Vladimir Putin's victory essentially assured, facing opponents carefully selected by the Kremlin. . .