Russia reports cyberattacks on voting systems during parliamentary election

During Russia's parliamentary election from September 18 to 20, 2026, authorities reported multiple attacks on voting systems and communication lines. On Saturday, the Central Election Commission head said Moscow's online voting system was attacked but under control. Voting machines at several polling stations malfunctioned on the first day. The election is expected to keep United Russia in power, and President Putin accused Ukraine of interference without evidence.