Russia's Only Anti-War Party Yabloko Campaigns for Ceasefire in Upcoming Elections
Yabloko, Russia's only anti-war political party, is actively campaigning for a ceasefire regarding the conflict in Ukraine as elections approach. The party faces obstacles, with legal issues affecting several of its members due to their opposition to the war and support for dissenting figures. Current polling indicates that Yabloko’s backing is at a mere three percent, falling below the required five percent to gain representation in the State Duma. Despite past successes since its founding in 1993, the party hasn't clinched any seats since 2003. Leader Nikolay Rybakov expressed optimism about engaging younger voters in the electoral process.
Key facts
- Yabloko is Russia's sole anti-war party.
- The party is targeting the coming elections and favors a ceasefire.
- Several of its leaders have been convicted for being critical of the conflict and supporting key opposition figures.
- A poll conducted earlier this year showed Yabloko at three percent support, short of the five-percent threshold needed to enter the State Duma.
- The party believes the campaign is widening its support base, especially among young people.
- Party leader Nikolay Rybakov said: 'If we can bring peace even a single day closer, then our participation in all of this will not have been in vain.'
- Yabloko was founded in 1993 by a group of pro-Western public officials.
- Since 2003, Yabloko has failed to win seats in the State Duma.
Entities
Institutions
- Yabloko
- State Duma
Locations
- Russia