Despite the ongoing Ukrainian incursion, the municipal election in the Kursk region proceeded as scheduled. The Central Election Commission confirmed that the Kremlin did not postpone the vote in Kursk, citing the residents’ request to carry on with the electoral process.
Polling stations were opened across 83 Russian regions, including the Ukrainian-controlled Kursk region. The head of the Central Election Commission, Ella Pamfilova, highlighted the high turnout in Kursk as a response to the actions of “bandits and rabble.” Various elections were held from September 6 to 8, including by-elections for the State Duma and elections for governors, regional parliaments, and municipal levels.
Despite reports of attacks on remote voting resources and thousands of complaints, the Central Election Commission stated that no significant issues affected the results of electronic voting. However, independent media outlets reported violations such as vote-buying, removal of independent observers, and instances of ballot stuffing at polling stations.
In Moscow, citizens expressed concerns about the transparency of electronic voting, with some dubbing it as a way to rig the elections. Many voters emphasized the importance of ending the Russian-Ukrainian conflict, expressing fears of safety due to drone attacks in various Russian regions.
Overall, the municipal election in the Kursk region proceeded amidst the Ukrainian incursion, with high turnout reported in several regions. However, concerns about electronic voting transparency and safety in the midst of conflict continue to resonate with voters.
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