Russia’s Ruling Party Backs Putin’s Reelection Bid as Nominal Independent

With the support of two leading political parties, Russia’s longstanding leader will compete for another six-year term as president.

Russian President Vladimir Putin visits the exhibition of achievements titled "Russia" prior to the United Russia party congress in Moscow on Dec. 17, 2023. Sergey FADEICHEV/POOL/AFP

Russia’s ruling party has unanimously endorsed incumbent President Vladimir Putin’s bid to secure another six years in power in election polls slated for March 2024.

“The decision has been adopted unanimously,” Dmitry Medvedev, leader of the ruling United Russia party, announced on Dec. 17.