Medvedev Says 82 Special Military Operation Veterans Running for State Duma on United Russia Ticket
Deputy Chairman of Russia's Security Council Dmitry Medvedev said veterans are also standing in regional elections across the country, according to TASS.
Dmitry Medvedev, Deputy Chairman of Russia's Security Council and head of the United Russia party, said that 82 veterans of the special military operation are running for seats in the State Duma on the United Russia ticket, according to TASS.
Medvedev said these veterans are participating not only in the federal election campaign but also in regional elections held across Russia, TASS reported.
The report did not provide further details on the specific regions involved, the timeline of the elections, or additional background on the candidates' campaigns.
TASS did not specify when Medvedev made these remarks or in what context, such as a public statement, party meeting, or press briefing.
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- Eighty-two special op veterans running for State Duma on United Russia ticket — Medvedev — TASS (Russia)
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