Russia’s Yabloko party, the nation’s sole openly anti-war political force, is leveraging upcoming elections to amplify its message despite low expectations of winning seats. The party recognizes the elections as a valuable platform to disseminate their opposition to the conflict on a national level. While a parliamentary victory appears improbable, Yabloko aims to capitalize on potential support from citizens disaffected by the ongoing war. They believe the opportunity to nationally voice their anti-war stance is significant in itself. This move highlights a small but persistent current of dissent within Russia’s political landscape. The elections will provide a crucial test of public sentiment towards the war, even if Yabloko's direct electoral success remains limited.