Global leaders condemn Putin’s victory in the presidential election. In a move that extends his rule by six years, Russian President Vladimir Putin’s reelection in the country’s presidential election has ignited widespread condemnation from global leaders.
The outcome, announced by the VTsIOM poll conducted by Russian authorities, was declared just as polling concluded in Kaliningrad, Russia’s westernmost region, at 17:00 GMT.
White House questions Putin’s victory in presidential election
The White House National Security Council raised serious doubts about the legitimacy of the election process.
Citing concerns over political oppression, an official stated, “The elections are not free nor fair given how Mr. Putin has imprisoned political opponents and prevented others from running against him.”
German Denouncement of “Pseudo-Election”
Echoing these sentiments, the German Foreign Ministry denounced the election as a “pseudo-election,” highlighting its lack of fairness and freedom.
They criticized Putin’s authoritarian rule, citing censorship, repression, and violence. Moreover, the Ministry declared the “election” in the occupied territories of Ukraine as null and void, condemning it as another breach of international law.
UK Voices Concern Over Russian Actions in Ukraine
Meanwhile, the British Foreign Office expressed apprehension over Russia’s plans to hold elections in Ukraine, asserting that such actions undermine peace efforts in the region.
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Despite this, the UK reaffirmed its commitment to support Ukraine by providing humanitarian, economic, and military aid, emphasizing the importance of preserving democracy in the face of Russian aggression.
Putin‘s reelection has not only sparked international criticism but also reignited concerns over Russia’s political landscape and its impact on neighboring countries.
Thai is what we called-free, fair and transparent elections!! Congratulations Viadmir Putin pic.twitter.com/uIFx0EZ2XM
— M Azhar Siddique (@AzharSiddique) March 17, 2024
Putin wins Russia’s presidential election with landslide, getting about 88% of votehttps://t.co/4Olgl7JMdX
— Press TV 🔻 (@PressTV) March 18, 2024
Vladimir Vladimirovich Putin is a Russian politician and former intelligence officer who is the president of Russia.
Putin has held continuous positions as president or prime minister since 1999: as prime minister from 1999 to 2000 and from 2008 to 2012, and as president from 2000 to 2008 and since 2012.
