With important regional elections due to start on September 13, the Kremlin is set for an uphill battle to maintain control of the outcome. Only 31% of Russians say they are willing to vote for the ruling United Russia party, according to independent pollster the Levada Center.
Bne IntelliNews: Only 31% of Russians willing to vote for ruling United Russia party
People walk along a pedestrian bridge by Zaryadye Park in central Moscow, with the Russian Foreign Ministry office building and one of the Kremlin towers (L) in background, on March 17, 2018.
Russians vote on March 18, a presidential election in which Vladimir Putin will seek a fourth term. / AFP PHOTO / Alexander NEMENOV
