Yabloko to Participate in 2026 Elections Despite Court Removal
The Yabloko party announced its 'Plan B' and intention to participate in the September 2026 elections in Russia, despite the Supreme Court's decision.
Consensus
- The Supreme Court of Russia removed Yabloko from the 2026 parliamentary election ballot.
- Yabloko's leader, Nikolai Rybakov, stated that the party will still participate in the September 2026 elections.
- Rybakov announced the existence of a 'Plan B' enabling Yabloko's participation in the elections.
- Yabloko will continue its campaign, including calls for a ceasefire and support for political prisoners.
- The party will continue to solicit donations, recruit members, distribute leaflets, and involve supporters as election observers.
- Yabloko plans to appeal the Supreme Court's decision.
- The party has not suspended its activities or campaign efforts.
Points of divergence
- The Supreme Court's decision was based on unauthorized use of intellectual property, including phrases by Grigory Yavlinsky, footage from 'War and Peace', and a ChatGPT-generated image, as well as financial violations involving donations from foreign sources. — novaya_eu
- Yabloko was removed from the elections due to donations from foreign individuals and campaigning on social media platforms banned in Russia. — tvrain
Coverage (3 sources)
- We have Plan B. Head of the 'Yabloko' Party declared that the party will participate in the elections — Новая газета Европа
- «Apple» announced «Plan B» and intention to participate in September elections — SOTAvision
- Head of "Yabloko" stated that the party has a "Plan B" for participation in September elections — Дождь