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.
Trump and Putin to Meet in Alaska for Talks on Ukraine Peace Deal
U.S. President Donald Trump announced that on August 15 he will hold talks in Alaska with Russian President Vladimir Putin, aimed at reaching an agreement to end the war in Ukraine.
Russian Government Moves to Counter Central Bank Policies Amid Looming Economic Stagnation
The government is being forced to implement a set of measures to pull the economy out of what the Central Bank calls a “balanced growth trajectory,” but which in reality resembles a freefall.
US and Russia in Talks on Truce Agreement That Would Cement Putin’s Territorial Gains in Ukraine
As Bloomberg reports, American and Russian representatives are already coordinating the territorial parameters of a potential agreement ahead of a planned meeting between Presidents Donald Trump and Vladimir Putin.
Russia Offers Urals Oil to China at Discount Amid Shifts in Global Energy Trade
This marks a shift in global oil trade as President Donald Trump ramps up pressure on India over its purchases of Russian oil.
The Kursk Incursion: A Hidden Crisis at Russia’s Border
On August 6, 2024, Ukrainian forces broke through the border and entered Russia’s Kursk region. Units of the Armed Forces of Ukraine held parts of the border area for eight months. The episode became one of the most painful and consequential moments of the Russian-Ukrainian conflict.
Trump Plans a “Peace Summit” With Putin and Zelensky—On His Own Terms
Der Spiegel: Trump seeks to play the lead role in resolving the war in Ukraine—both as a showman and a negotiator.
Most Russians Concerned About Civil Aviation Disruptions Caused by Drone Attacks — Levada Center
Concerns are highest in Moscow, with many blaming either Ukraine or overly cautious Russian authorities.
Digital Noose: How Russia Is Turning the Internet Into a Tool of Total Control
In the summer of 2025, a new wave of repressive legislation came into force in Russia, marking a dangerous turning point in the state’s control over the internet.
Russian Oligarchs Lose Legal Ground in Europe as Sanctions Remain Firm
A segment of the Russian oligarchic class—those whose assets privatized during the 1990s are now vulnerable to potential nationalization—continues to wage unsuccessful legal battles in European courts, seeking relief from sanctions.
Russian Banks Under Pressure: Bad Loans and Central Bank’s Policy Dilemma
After two years of record profits showcasing the resilience of Russia’s wartime economy, the country’s banking sector is showing signs of overheating.
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