Yabloko Barred, But Peace Push Continues | Calgary News

Russia’s only registered anti-war party, Yabloko, has been banned from parliamentary elections after the Supreme Court ruled it had undisclosed Western ties — a claim the party denies. Despite the ban, leader Nikolai Rybakov vows to stay and fight for change from within, as hundreds of supporters protested outside the court, chanting “shame.” Once a major parliamentary force, Yabloko now holds just regional seats, but Rybakov believes they’d have been competitive if allowed to run. They’re appealing the decision, seeing it as a turning point that’s amplified their message of peace and democracy. With public support for the war slipping to its lowest since 2022 and symbolic online gestures like apple-sharing gaining traction, Yabloko sees a growing movement ready to challenge the status quo. Listen in comfort:Get a discount on a Soli Pillow: http://solipillow.com/discount/dnn. Advertise on DNN:[email protected] This is an automated, high-level news summary based on public reporting.Report issues to [email protected]. View sources & latest updates:https://sources.thednn.ai/9dc007e1a9541111