http://news.linktv.org Link TV News Videos (Filtered by topics: Election monitoring) en-us Mon, 05 Mar 2012 07:29:00 -0800 Copyright 2011 Link Media, Inc. http://news.linktv.org/videos/raw-video-international-observers-say-russian-election-was-unfair?start=0 International observers say that Russia's presidential elections were skewed in favor of Vladimir Putin, lacked genuine competition, and that voting was marked by irregularities. Mon, 05 Mar 2012 07:29:00 -0800 http://news.linktv.org/videos/raw-video-international-observers-say-russian-election-was-unfair Russian presidential election, 2012, Vladimir Putin, Election monitoring, Electoral fraud, Russia, Politics of Russia, Tiny Kox, Heidi Tagliavini, Tonino Picula, Organization for Security and Co-operation in Europe International observers say that Russia's presidential elections were skewed in favor of Vladimir Putin, lacked genuine competition, and that voting was marked by irregularities. ---- OSCE and the Council of Europe's Parliamentary Assembly election observers Tonino Picula, Tiny Kox and Heidi Tagliavini (L-R) present their assessment after monitoring Russia's presidential election during a news conference in Moscow, March 5, 2012. Russia's presidential election was unfair and clearly skewed in favour of Prime Minister Vladimir Putin, international vote monitors said on Monday. Election observers said Putin, who official results show won about 64 percent of the vote, was given a clear advantage over his rivals in the media and that state resources were used at a regional level to support his bid for a third presidential term. http://news.linktv.org/videos/vladimir-putins-presidential-election-victory-marred-by-fraud-allegations?start=0 Vladimir Putin has been confirmed as the next President of Russia. He won over 60 percent of the vote, but concerns have been raised by prominent opposition figures and international observers about the fairness of the ballot. Mon, 05 Mar 2012 07:03:00 -0800 http://news.linktv.org/videos/vladimir-putins-presidential-election-victory-marred-by-fraud-allegations Russian presidential election, 2012, Vladimir Putin, Electoral fraud, Russia, Election monitoring, Politics of Russia, Moscow, Mikhail Prokhorov, Saint Petersburg, Alexey Navalny Vladimir Putin has been confirmed as the next President of Russia. He won over 60 percent of the vote, but concerns have been raised about the fairness of the ballot. Sky's Russia Correspondent Amanda Walker reports from Moscow. ---- Russian Prime Minister Vladimir Putin has tears in his eyes as he addresses his supporters during a meeting in Manezhnaya Square in Moscow, March 4, 2012. Putin won a resounding victory in Russia's presidential election on Sunday, exit polls showed, securing a new six-year term in the Kremlin and a mandate to deal with opposition protests after a vote that opponents said was marred by fraud. http://news.linktv.org/videos/mosaic-news-030212?start=34 Local media networks in Iran reported a large turnout while reformists boycotted the legislative elections, Al Jazeera reports. Supreme Leader Ali Khamenei said what he referred to as "arrogant countries" want to create an atmosphere of tension and chaos. Fri, 02 Mar 2012 00:00:00 -0800 http://news.linktv.org/videos/mosaic-news-030212 United States, Syrian Civil War, Anti-Americanism, Iran, Syria, Washington, D.C., Israel, Saudi Arabia, Syrian people, Iranian legislative election, 2012 Presenter, Male #1 In Iran, polling centers are expected to close in a few hours after Day One of voting. Local media networks reported a large turnout while reformists boycotted these legislative elections. The republic's Supreme Leader Ali Khamenei said what he referred to as "arrogant countries" are attempting to create an atmosphere of tension and chaos in Iran. Reporter, Male #2 This is east of the Iranian capital Tehran at eight in the morning. Election monitors and policemen have arrived. However, voting in the parliamentary elections started nearly 40 minutes late. It was said the issue is insignificant. Then, the voting started. The tradition in Iran is for elections to begin with the Supreme Leader casting the first ballot, followed by his messages to foreign powers. Guest, Male #3 (Ali Khamenei, Iranian Supreme Leader) There is a lot of negative propaganda against Iranians, and arrogant countries want to create an atmosphere of tension and chaos by intensifying their verbal threats. So, the Iranians' mission has become more sensitive. Reporter, Male #2 The first hours of the voting saw a notable turnout of constituents. As time passed, queues got longer, even though some reformists announced their boycott of the elections. Voters who came out say they cast their ballots for those they believe are capable of solving their problems. Guest, Male #4 Participation in the elections is a national duty, and a legitimate assignment. Come say what you want, and vote for the people you want. Why boycott the elections? Guest, Female #1 I voted for conservatives who are worthy of it, because they are more aware of our economic problems. Reporter, Male #2 There are no foreign monitors in Iran since their presence is interpreted as undermining Iran's sovereignty. But, near the ballot boxes, observers from the Interior Ministry and the Guardian Council of Constitution stand watch. And nearby, the candidates' observers are also present, monitoring any harassment their supporters may be subject to. Guest, Male #5 (Mohsen Bihamansh, Head of Iranian Elections' Special Observers Team) Organizers, observers, and constituents are completing their work as usual. Our basic mission is to record any legal breaches targeting the voters' ballots. Reporter, Male #2 Iran understands it is conducting elections while its Arab neighbors are going through a difficult time. Here, the Islamic Republic seems to be meticulously prepared, anticipating all emergencies, especially security. The official institutions here, including the media, are trying to offer citizens all incentives to boost the turnout. Those taking part in the elections say it is a message to the foreign powers; however, the majority is voting in favor of those who have been increasingly talking about the economy and the people's living conditions. Abdul Qadir Faiz, al-Jazeera, Tehran.