# CIS observers call Russia’s State Duma elections fair and open

https://mins.news/en/item/73954

- TASS, 2026-09-25 12:45 UTC
- Politics
- Original: https://tass.com/world/2192819

> The CIS observer mission said Russia’s ninth State Duma elections were organized to a high standard and fully complied with Russian electoral law. It described the vote as fair, open and competitive, saying it upheld recognized democratic principles and citizens’ right to freely express their will. Voting took place from September 18 to 20.

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