events in Russia

Attack, execution, and display: how tragedy in Chechnya turned into political message

“This is a pretext for repression and a reflection of the alarming practice of collective punishment that has become part of Chechnya’s political reality.”

Who wants to overthrow Putin—and how? Views from Baku

A key question is how Trump’s stance on Putin’s Russia will shift, especially after Tucker Carlson claimed Biden’s administration had plans to eliminate the Russian president.

Vladikavkaz shopping mall blast: One killed in suspected drone attack

There have also been reports of drone attacks in neighbouring republics of Ingushetia and Chechnya.

Russia: nearly 5,000 arrested at renewed protests demanding release of Navalny. Photo, video

More than 3 thousand protesters detained throughout Russia

German clinic confirms Russian opposition politician Navalny was poisoned

Putin announces success, release of coronavirus vaccine. Worth believing?

Scientists warn: an untested vaccine is a threat

Op-Ed: “Russia has abandoned its people”

The Russian government suddenly “suspended” the evacuation of Russian citizens from abroad

Russia prepares for pandemic peak

The government is introducing new taxes, the wealthy are buying up medical equipment, experts are in quarantine, and residents are having barbeques

Moscow: no one to leave the house unless absolutely necessary

The head of the Russian Orthodox Church urges believers to refrain from attending church services

The new Russian constitution: Putin for life, God, and the special role of Russian speakers. What does it all mean?

Lawyers say that the law has been sacrificed to ensure Putin’s lifelong rule

“This is why there are Russian mercenaries in Syria.” 'Putin’s chef' gets oil deal in recaptured territories

Syria gave the rights to oil and gas fields to Russian firms associated with a businessman close to the Russian president