Yabloko’s Novgorod showing preserves a procedural path into future Duma races, adding nuance to Russia’s political risk picture for investors.
United Russia’s projected Duma win signals policy continuity, but sanctions and legitimacy risks remain central for investors.
Russia’s three-day Duma election opens as investors assess policy continuity, sanctions risk and verification concerns in occupied territories.
Zelensky expects late-September talks with U.S. officials on food and energy security as Black Sea exports and infrastructure risks remain in focus.
Putin backed using medically unfit volunteers for rear-area drone defense, adding another manpower signal for markets tracking Russia risk.
Russia’s election chief backs stripping voting rights from emigrated citizens labeled foreign agents, signaling increased political risks affecting market confidence and investment flows.
Russia’s parliament amended fuel market regulations to stabilize prices by expanding compensation schemes and adjusting import rules, impacting energy sector investments.
Russia proposes expanding military contract eligibility to include individuals convicted of serious crimes, aiming to boost recruitment amid ongoing conflict and mobilization.