Outcome Never In Doubt As Putin Tightens Grip On Russia

Putin Extends Reign in Landslide Election

Outcome Never in Doubt as Putin Tightens Grip on Russia

Putin Wins Record Fifth Term

Russian President Vladimir Putin has extended his reign over Russia in a landslide election whose outcome was never in doubt.

Putin, who has ruled Russia since the turn of the century, won a record fifth term in office with over 76% of the vote.

The election was widely seen as a stage-managed affair, with Putin's main rivals either barred from running or unable to mount a serious challenge.

Putin's victory speech in Moscow on March 18, 2024, was met with muted applause from the crowd.

The election was held on March 15-17, with Putin's victory assured barring an unexpected event.

The next Russian presidential election will be held in 2024, with Putin expected to run for a sixth term.

Russia will hold a presidential election on March 15-17 which President Vladimir Putin is certain to win barring an unexpected development.

The 2024 Russian elections will be held in Russia in large part on Sunday 8 September 2024 single election day with several regions allowing voting on multiple days.