Lada Aura’s “Bad Aura”: Why the B-Segment Sedan Failed to Win Over Russian Buyers
The Lada Aura sedan has landed with a thud: fewer than 800 cars have been sold so far.
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Donald Trump slammed the UN, accused Europe, and delivered a “poisoned compliment” to Germany
President Donald Trump addressed the United Nations General Debate in New York for the first time in his current term—and turned the rostrum into a venue for sharp criticism.
“Intra-party Frustration Is Growing: Zelenskyy’s Circle Talks of ‘Tightening the Screws’ and Concentrating Power”
At the center is a closed-door meeting in the Rada last week where, according to two MPs, the Ukrainian leader spoke sharply about those who, as he sees it, “do not unconditionally support a flattering image of Ukraine” before Western partners.
Putin Reaches Out to Trump on Nuclear Controls: Moscow Ready to Temporarily Observe Key New START Limits to Avoid a New Arms Race
The Kremlin’s initiative is an attempt to reduce strategic uncertainty amid stalled discussions on Ukraine and the broader collapse of the arms-control architecture.
Operation “Urna”: According to Bloomberg, How the Kremlin Is Trying to Influence Moldova’s Election
On Sunday, September 28, Moldova votes for a new parliament—and, in effect, for the country’s direction: continue toward the EU or pivot to Moscow.
Dmitry Kozak: From Heir Apparent to Retiree
A deep profile of Dmitry Kozak—from GRU veteran and legal architect of Putin’s vertical to Olympic czar and Ukraine negotiator—and his 2025 fall from power.
Russia’s Gasoline Sales Drop to Two-Year Low: Drone Strikes and Harvest Peak Deepen Shortages
Priority loading for large chains and force majeure at some plants are creating a structural shortage precisely in the spot segment—where independent gas stations and small wholesalers source their fuel.
“A Rediscovered Masterpiece” by Pablo Picasso Shown in Paris: A Rare Portrait of Dora Maar Heads to Auction
The painting, carefully kept by the family of its first owner since 1944, was unveiled at the Hôtel Drouot and will go under the hammer on October 24.
Russia Looks for Ways to Rev Up Sluggish Wheat Shipments: Talks With Grain Traders and Potential Subsidies
Russia remains one of the world’s leading wheat suppliers, and revenue from commodity and food exports is a key source of budget income.
Russia’s 2025 Single Voting Day: “New People” Remain an Administrative Project, Not a Systemic Party
Analysis of Russia’s 2025 Single Voting Day: New People show modest regional gains, rely on administrative leverage, and face Kremlin-managed rivalry with SRZP.