Pro-war Russian bloggers shift blame to Kremlin ahead of legislative elections

Ivan Philippov, an expert on the Z blogosphere, notes that ultranationalist pro-war Russian internet users are increasingly directing anger at the Kremlin, military hierarchy, and propagandists rather than Putin himself, ahead of the September 18-20 legislative elections. This shift suggests growing internal discontent within the pro-war camp, potentially signaling political instability or a change in public narrative. The development is significant as it may influence domestic political dynamics and the Kremlin's handling of the war narrative.