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Putin and Medvedev emphasize unity at party congress in Moscow

At a congress of the Kremlin party "United Russia," Putin and Medvedev highlighted national unity in support of the Ukraine war.

22 August 2026Tagblick Newsdesk

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President Vladimir Putin and former President Dmitry Medvedev emphasized national unity at a congress of the Kremlin party "United Russia" in Moscow. Both politicians spoke at the Megasport Arena and pointed out the necessity of unified support for the war in Ukraine.

Putin noted that the fate of the country largely depends on the cohesion of society. In his speech, he stated that courage and determination are required from both Russian soldiers and every citizen to contribute to the success of the military operation.

Medvedev agreed and highlighted that the war against Ukraine requires a collective effort. Attendees were made aware that the period leading up to the upcoming parliamentary election in a month is crucial for political stability according to both politicians.

The upcoming parliamentary ballot features ten parties, all of which support the war against Ukraine. This was interpreted as a sign of the government's political direction. The congress thus served as a platform to mobilize support for the current military course.

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