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# United Russia party

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Pro-Kremlin party looks set to retain majority in Russian parliament

The poll is an important indicator of next year’s presidential poll, as Vladimir Putin seeks to cement his grip on power.

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Sep 20th 2021, 1:26 PM

Fire at psychiatric hospital near Moscow kills 38

Many patients died in their sleep from inhaling fumes after taking medication before going to bed, according to local reports.

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Apr 26th 2013, 7:45 AM

Russian foreign minister defends anti-gay legislation

Russia’s foreign minister Sergey Lavrov said the country was under no obligation to “allow propaganda of homosexuality”.

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Feb 26th 2013, 2:15 PM