Russian lawmakers set presidential vote for March 17, 2024, clearing a path for Putin's 5th term

[Collection]Russian lawmakers set the date for the country's 2024 presidential election, moving Vladimir Putin closer to a fifth term. The election is scheduled for March 17. Putin, eligible for two more terms, has not yet announced his candidacy but is expected to do so soon. The election is expected to be a formality as Putin has established tight control over the political system. The few potential challengers are either imprisoned or living abroad.