Russia’s Supreme Court today barred the Yabloko party, a prominent opposition group and the last remaining political force openly critical of the war in Ukraine, from participating in upcoming parliamentary elections. The ban effectively silences one of the few voices dissenting against the Kremlin’s military actions. Authorities accused Yabloko of extremist activities, a common tactic used to suppress opposition groups. The party condemned the ruling as politically motivated and a further erosion of democratic freedoms in Russia. This decision follows a pattern of increasing restrictions on political opposition and independent media in the country, particularly since the invasion of Ukraine. The move significantly limits electoral options for voters and consolidates power within pro-Kremlin parties. Yabloko has long advocated for a peaceful resolution to the conflict and criticized the government’s policies.