How Russia’s Military Operation Has Impacted Ordinary Citizens, According to a New Survey
The findings reveal a nation facing economic strain, emotional toll, and shifting views—while many feel unaffected.
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Trump’s Ukraine Envoy Steve Witkoff Has Business Ties to Sanctioned Billionaire Len Blavatnik
Blavatnik holds both U.S. and U.K. citizenship and has generously funded election campaigns for both Democrats and Republicans.
Fanny Ardant in Moscow: The Actress’s Cultural Visit Delights Kremlin Circles
Her trip, organized at the invitation of the celebrated Russian actor and director Vladimir Mashkov, became a notable event for Russia’s cultural and political elite.
Inflation Slows Down in Russia: Central Bank May Opt for Sharper Rate Cuts
For the first time in many months, Russia’s economy is showing tangible signs of easing inflation — potentially marking a turning point in the central bank’s prolonged campaign of tight monetary policy.
The Ruble Replaces Foreign Currency: How Sanctions Reshaped Russian Trade and Slashed Currency Inflows
As Russia’s foreign trade increasingly shifts to ruble settlements, the inflow of foreign currency into the country is steadily drying up.
End of an Era: Russia May Scrap Its Only Aircraft Carrier
The much-troubled vessel, plagued by accidents and failures for over three decades, is now likely to be decommissioned and scrapped.
China Accuses Trump of Blackmail Over Threats of 100% Tariffs Against Russia’s Trade Partners
China has issued a sharp rebuke of U.S. President Donald Trump following his threat to impose sweeping tariffs on countries that continue trading with Russia.
European Gas Prices Fall Amid Trump’s Threat of Sanctions on Russian Energy Buyers
The market remains relatively calm for now, as traders believe the 50-day deadline set by Trump reduces the risk of immediate consequences for supply flows.
Serbia Turns Away from Moscow: How Belgrade’s Shift Toward the West Provoked Putin’s Wrath
In recent months, Serbia’s foreign policy has become a serious irritant for the Kremlin.
The Southern Flank Is on Fire: Italy and Greece Warn of Rising Threat from Libya — But Europe Remains Silent
Italy and Greece are sounding the alarm: Libya, plagued by instability and increasingly influenced by Russia and Turkey, is becoming a new source of threat to Europe. Yet their EU and NATO allies — focused on Ukraine — are not rushing to respond.
Suicide or Staged Elimination? Why Russian Officials Keep Dying — And How This Tradition Reaches Deep Into History
They are shot, poisoned, or fall out of windows: men and women who conspire with those in power live dangerously in Russia.
Ukraine to receive more weapons but via NATO as new sanctions hit Russia
U.S. President Donald Trump has announced he will make a “major statement” about Russia next week.
Russian Basketball Player Arrested in France at U.S. Request
U.S. investigators suspect the athlete of involvement in the activities of a major hacking group.
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