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Ramzan Kadyrov Wins 99.85% of Vote in Chechnya Election
Ramzan Kadyrov secured 99.85% of the vote in Chechnya’s regional leadership election. With 100% of protocols processed, his two rivals each received around 0.05% of the vote.
Ramzan Kadyrov secured 99.85% of the vote in the election for head of Russia’s Chechen Republic, held from September 18 to 20. With 100% of protocols processed, the result puts Kadyrov on course for another term as the region’s leader.
More Than 830,000 Votes for Kadyrov
According to the published election figures, Kadyrov received 830,690 votes. Voter turnout was reported at 95.19%.
Rivals Receive Around 0.05% Each
Kadyrov faced two other candidates in the election. Ismail Denilkhanov received 451 votes, while Khalid Nakayev received 437. Each finished with approximately 0.05% of the vote.
Kadyrov Received 99.73% in 2021
In the previous Chechen leadership election in 2021, Kadyrov received 99.73% of the vote. His reported share in the latest election, 99.85%, is slightly higher than five years ago.
Leading Chechnya Since 2007
Kadyrov has led Chechnya since 2007. His political influence grew following the death of his father, Akhmad Kadyrov, in a bombing in Grozny in 2004.
Kadyrov is a close ally of Russian President Vladimir Putin and has strongly supported Russia’s war in Ukraine. Chechen units have participated in the fighting since 2022.
Chechen Elections Have Faced International Criticism
Political and electoral conditions in Chechnya have faced criticism from international observers and human rights organizations over the years. Rights groups have also accused Kadyrov’s government of serious human rights violations, allegations that Chechen authorities have rejected.
Result Awaits Completion of Formal Procedures
With all protocols processed, Kadyrov stands at 99.85% of the vote. The result will acquire its final legal status following completion of the formal electoral procedures.
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