Russian President Vladimir Putin has clinched another six-year term in a controlled election environment with minimal opposition and no public criticism. His main rival, Alexei Navalny, is either in jail or living in exile, leaving critics silenced. However, Putin is not without challenges, such as dealing with a recent Ukrainian drone attack. The Russian economy remains resilient, with strong support from the defense industry. Despite the lack of significant opposition, calls for protests through voting have been made by the opposition. Putin’s victory solidifies his grip on power, but also raises concerns about the state of democracy in Russia.