Russian President Vladimir Putin cast his vote in the recent State Duma elections, which took place from September 18 to 20, using an online system. In a video released after the event, Putin, 73, was seen struggling with the computer mouse while squinting at the screen. At one point, he leaned in closely to read the information, used his left hand to steady himself on the desk, and eventually completed the process. After submitting his vote, Putin gave a small smile, nodded, and stood up. The video then showed a confirmation message on the screen indicating his vote had been successfully recorded. The video sparked a wave of online commentary, with many users humorously noting the apparent difficulty Putin had in using the technology. Some joked about the need to activate Windows on his computer or speculated about the age of the monitor. A few compared the scene to a relative using an outdated computer, while others dubbed him "Grandpa Putin" or questioned whether the footage had been edited. Despite the lighthearted reactions, the event highlighted the contrast between Putin’s public image and the practical challenges of modern digital systems. According to recent polls, Putin's political party, United Russia, is expected to secure a majority of seats in the Duma, reinforcing his political dominance. However, concerns are growing about potential escalations in Russia’s ongoing conflict with Ukraine. An intelligence source told The Telegraph that Putin is reportedly preparing for a "stealth mobilisation" after the election, with administrative steps being taken to enable such a move if necessary. European leaders remain on high alert due to ongoing attacks near the NATO border. Polish Prime Minister Donald Tusk warned of a "real risk" of destruction from drones targeting countries that support Ukraine. In a recent speech, Putin suggested that hybrid drone and rocket strikes on European nations backing Ukraine are "accidental," and he aims to "paralyse or at least weaken the motivation of NATO countries." These statements come amid recent attacks, including a drone strike on a petrol station near the Ukraine-Poland border, which led to the activation of air defenses and the temporary closure of nearby airports. On Thursday, missiles and drones struck more than 10 locations in Kyiv, damaging 33 sites and injuring at least 19 people, including two children.