Russian Parliament Convenes

OH WELL

Updated Apr. 24, 2017 12:50PM EDT / Published Dec. 21, 2011 9:08PM EST

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Protests can’t stop the Kremlin. Despite demonstrations alleging vote fraud, Russia’s new Parliament held its first session Wednesday. Outside, however, an angry mob tried to hang a banner to stop the Pro-Kremlin and anti-Kremlin politicians from convening. Riot police arrested 26. The opposition has taken a step back as the government seems to be unresponsive to protester demands. The Kremlin has asked demonstrators to make a legal case against the elections, and the government says that dozens of cases are currently under scrutiny. Next up for protesters: another massive rally planned for Saturday.

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Russian Parliament Convenes

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