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Explainer: Who’s Who at the U.S.-Russia Talks in Riyadh

Who were the U.S. and Russian officials seated at the negotiating table in Saudi Arabia?

Can Putin Afford to Walk Away from Ukraine Peace Talks?

Russia has posted its largest budget deficit in three years and depleted its rainy day fund by 57% since the start of the war.

Experts, Politicians Lukewarm on Prospects for Putin-Trump Peace Talks

Experts and political figures on both sides of the Atlantic appeared skeptical that talks between the two leaders could lead to a lasting peace.

Soldiers, Teachers and Desperate Fathers: The Americans Still Held in Russian Prisons

Trump said another detainee is set to go free from Russia on Wednesday following American prisoner Marc Fogel's return to the U.S.

Trump Threatens to Strangle Russia’s Economy with an Oil Price Collapse. Is He Bluffing?

Trump says he can drive down prices to force the Kremlin to end its war on Ukraine. But Arab states may be reluctant to comply.

Russian Pop Song ‘Sigma Boy’ Becomes a Viral Hit While Sparking Controversy

The earworm-filled track, which has 66 million views on YouTube, has drawn criticism in both Russia and Europe.

Chasiv Yar Falls to Russian Forces After Nearly a Year of Intense Fighting

Exclusive: Ukrainian and European sources told MT that Moscow’s forces took control of the strategically important hilltop city.

What Next for Russian Gas in Europe: 5 Key Questions

Russian pipeline gas has stopped flowing to Europe through Ukraine. What does this mean for Russia's economy and the European energy market?

What's Next for Georgia's Economy Amid Pro-EU Protests and Government's Drift From the West?

Georgia's fragmented political landscape mirrors its complicated economic situation.

Russia Reacts to Trump's Inauguration With Cautious Enthusiasm

State media, officials and prominent bloggers voiced hopes for improved ties but noted that Trump's unpredictable style could backfire on Moscow.

The Russian Economy in 2025: 5 Key Things to Watch For

The Kremlin has used its deep financial reserves to prop up the economy — but Russia appears to be finally feeling the weight of wartime pressures.

3 Key Developments in the Russia-Ukraine War in 2024

In the third year of a war that Russia expected to win in a matter of days, Kyiv captured Russian territory as Moscow continued to press forward in the...

‘Left to Fend for Themselves’: Volunteers Step Up as Russian Government Falters in Black Sea Oil Spill Response

Volunteers told MT about being forced to buy their own protective equipment and cleaning supplies as they scrub beaches clean of oil.

Nordic-Baltic Security Coalition Meets Amid Heightened European Security Concerns

Leaders of the 10-country JEF, a multinational military partnership that can act independently in its own right, are meeting in Tallinn.

Russia Takes a Political, Military and Economic Hit as Syria's Assad Falls from Power

As Syria navigates its uncertain future, Assad's downfall carries considerable political, military and economic costs for Russia.

Caught in Riots, Georgia’s Protesters Say They Must Choose Between Europe and Russia

For pro-EU Georgians — including those who left Russia after the invasion of Ukraine — the prospect of creeping Kremlin influence is a serious concern...

What Do We Know About Russia’s Nuclear Weapons?

Russia's nuclear arsenal has come under renewed scrutiny since its strike on Ukraine with the new Oreshnik ballistic missile capable of carrying nuclear...

In Photos: Artist Pavel Krisevich's Prison Drawings Go On Display in Amsterdam

The performance artist and activist, who is recognized as a political prisoner by Memorial, continues to create art from prison that reflects his bleak...

‘Our Work Remains Crucial’: Tanya Lokshina of HRW on Defending Human Rights in Russia

The prominent Russian human rights activist, journalist and researcher oversees investigations and advocacy on human rights issues in Russia, Belarus and...

How Far Can Russia’s Ruble Fall Amid Its Latest Tumble?

Moscow will likely be able to halt the freefall triggered by mounting sanctions pressure, but its value will continue to gradually decline in 2025.

Putin's Warrior Middle Class: How Sustainable Is Russia's Cash-for-Recruitment Tactic?

Russia's war economy has created opportunities for volunteer soldiers to prosper. Whether they can form a new "middle class" remains to be seen.

Ex-State TV Reporter Zhanna Agalakova: 'We All Bear Some Degree of Responsibility'

Zhanna Agalakova made international headlines by resigning from her position in protest of the invasion of Ukraine and telling Russians “to switch the...

Nabiullina vs. Stagflation: Can Putin's Top Technocrat Save the Russian Economy Once Again?

The Central Bank head, seen as Putin's most capable technocrat, is facing scrutiny from businesses and Kremlin allies amid stubborn inflation.

Why Is the Leader of Separatist Abkhazia Stepping Down?

President Aslan Bzhania has resigned after an attempt to push through an investment agreement with Moscow sparked major protests.

How U.S. Approval of Long-Range Missiles Striking Russia Could Alter the Ukraine War

Experts explain how the Biden administration's move could affect the situation on the battlefield.

Exiled Russian Opposition Leaders Urge Unity Against Putin, Ukraine War at Berlin Rally

Amid debates about the future of Russian opposition politics in exile, three leading figureheads insist that such demonstrations remain crucial.

Explainer: How Does Russia Loom Over Abkhazia’s Latest Protests?

The breakaway Georgian region was rocked by protests after activists opposing a controversial investment treaty with Russia were detained and held by security...

No ‘Trump Rally’ for Russian Stocks, Tycoons

The Russian benchmark stock index gained following Trump’s victory, but it remains lower than it was this summer or before the Kremlin’s full-scale...

Film 'Anora' Opens to Rave Reviews Despite Controversy

The film surprised everyone at Cannes when it won the highest award, and now it's drawing crowds in movie theaters.

3 Ways Trump's Victory Will Impact the Russian Economy

At least from an economic point of view, there are no good omens for a second Trump administration.

Will a Second Trump Presidency Reshape U.S.-Russia Ties? Experts Weigh In

While the president-elect's fondness for Putin could have a positive impact on bilateral ties, a full “reset” in relations is unlikely, analysts say...

Russian Officials Cautiously Welcome Donald Trump's Re-Election

While Putin has yet to comment on the election results, other officials expressed tentative hopes that Trump will cut aid to Kyiv and repair relations...

‘Alexander*a’: A Journey into the Life of Soviet Revolutionary Alexandra Kollontai

Created by exiled artists, producers and actors, the play seeks to raise questions about the role of women today and how they are affected by historical...

Punitive Psychiatry: An Increasingly Common Tool in Russia's Crackdown on Activists

Dozens of people are believed to have been sent to forced psychiatric treatment for political reasons.

‘My Government Doesn’t See Me as a Citizen’: Russian Ex-State Worker Reflects on Being Outed, Forced Into Exile

Denis Leontovich said he wished to share his story “to help others who remain in Russia and fear similar persecution.”

How Russia Courted the Global South at BRICS Summit

At the largest international event in Russia since it invaded Ukraine, the Kremlin sought to show that it is not as isolated as the West would like.

Is Russia’s Wartime Wage Boom Coming to an End?

Some say the period of rising wages, ushered in by rising demand for labor amid the war effort, is a new reality for the economy. For others, it is a bubble...

Russia to Host Landmark BRICS Summit in Ongoing Bid to Reshape World Order

At the three-day summit in Kazan, Moscow will be pulling out all the stops to project the alliance as a geopolitical counterweight to the West.

Russia Takes Aim at 'Childfree' Ideology in Controversial Bid to Boost Birth Rates

Experts say that proposed legislation to ban “childfree propaganda” is “repressive” and fails to address the root causes of falling birth rates...

What Kadyrov’s ‘Blood Feud’ Declaration Really Means

Experts call the move a last-resort tactic in the Wildberries saga that could be a sign of Kadyrov's declining powers.

Last Window to Europe: What Happens After Ukraine Gas Transit Ends?

If this gas route is lost, it may intensify Europe's battle with Asia for liquefied natural gas (LNG) supplies and create new headaches for cash-strapped...

As Ukraine’s Kursk Incursion Rages for a Third Month, What Is Happening on the Ground?

With much of the territory captured by Kyiv still under Ukrainian control, residents continue to express dissatisfaction and fear for their safety.

Nausea, Headaches and Coughing: Locals Complain Amid Crimean Oil Refinery Fire Caused By Ukrainian Strike

A major fire at an offshore oil terminal near the Black Sea port of Feodosia caused by a Ukrainian strike burned for a fourth day on Thursday.

An Ark for Russian Emigres: The Project Helping Anti-War Russians Find Their Footing Abroad

Kovcheg has helped at least 150,000 Russians who fled because of the war adjust to life in exile. Its work is far from over.

Despite Fears of Wider Middle East War, Russian Emigres in Israel Say They Are Unlikely to Leave

Russians who fled to Israel following the invasion of Ukraine told The Moscow Times they have little interest in returning to their homeland.

In Russia, International Safe Abortion Day Is a Reminder of Reproductive Rights Backsliding

Russia has backtracked on its once-liberal abortion policies, leaving thousands of women with increasingly limited access to abortion care.

Russia Could Capture Ukrainian Stronghold of Vuhledar ‘In Days,’ Analyst Says

Russian troops edged closer to Vuhledar on Monday, according to the Ukrainian crowd-sourced tracking site DeepState.

Is Russia Running Out of Time to Save the Caspian Seal From Extinction?

If authorities fail to take decisive action to protect the seals, scientists estimate that the species could go extinct within two decades.

Should the West Sanction Russia’s Neighbors in Central Asia?

Western governments face the dilemma of cracking down on sanctions evasion without severing ties with the economies of Central Asia.

What Is Quadrobics, Russia’s Viral But Divisive Youth Subculture?

Quadrobics centers around impersonating animals by running on all fours. Not everyone is a fan.

Who Is Leonid Nevzlin, the Controversial Exiled Kremlin Critic Accused of Ordering Attacks on Navalny Allies?

The Russian-Israeli businessman and outspoken Kremlin critic is at the center of a scandal between his former business partner Mikhail Khodorkovsky and...

How Are Ukrainian Drones Targeting Russia's Far North?

Ukrainian drones have targeted Russia's Murmansk region at least twice over the past month, marking the deepest strikes inside Russia since the start of...

Filmmaker Zara Jian Celebrates the Spirit of Sergei Parajanov in Venice

In “I Will Revenge This World With Love," Parajanov's resilience in the face of repression inspires today's exiles.

‘My Hands Are Stained with Blood’: The Russian Soldiers Fleeing the War in Ukraine

Activists who help Russian men desert told The Moscow Times that the number of deserters is on the rise.

What to Make of Russian Drones in NATO Airspace

The reported breaches have stirred concern over heightened confrontation between NATO and Russia.

The Biggest Surprises and Non-Surprises of Russia’s Regional and Municipal Elections

The ruling, pro-Kremlin United Russia party solidified its control in over 4,000 races nationwide, including in occupied Ukrainian territories.

‘Russians at War’: Documentary About Russian Troops in Ukraine Criticized at Venice Film Fest

Director Anastasia Trofimova defended her film against a barrage of negative critiques.

The Roadmap to Russia’s 2024 Regional Elections

Residents of 81 federal subjects of Russia will vote in regional and municipal elections starting Friday. Here's what you need to know.

'The West, Like Russia, Is Trying to Pressure Him': What Do Russians Think About Pavel Durov’s Legal Battle in France?

For Telegram's Russian users, the case against Durov has heightened concerns over digital privacy and in some cases deepened distrust of the West.

67% of Russians Say Officials Did Everything to Save Beslan Hostages Despite Relatives' Criticisms

The share of Russians who believe that authorities did everything possible to save the hostages during the Beslan school siege is at its highest level...

What We Trade in the Shadows: Just How Much Do We Know About the Russian Economy?

Analysts have been struggling to shed light on how Russia gets its money, where it keeps it and what it does with it.

Mongolia’s Reluctance to Arrest Putin a ‘Major Setback’ for International Law, Experts Say

While bolstering Putin's defiance of the West, the visit carries wider implications for international law.

Chulpan Khamatova and the 'Quiet Life' at the Venice Film Fest

Alexandros Avranas' film about a Russian family traumatized by forced exile hits very close to home.

Beslan Remembers Victims of Russia’s Deadliest Terror Attack 20 Years On

School bells rang at 9:15 a.m. local time, marking the start of the siege 20 years ago, while mourners laid flowers and lit candles.

How the World Reacted to Telegram Boss Pavel Durov’s Detention

The Moscow Times has collected reactions from Russian and Western officials and public figures to Durov’s detention in France.

What We Know About the Prison Hostage Crisis in Russia's Volgograd

Security forces have reportedly regained control over the prison, with at least four attackers killed.

‘Everyone Is On Their Own’: In Battlefield Kursk Region, Civilians Feel Forgotten By Their Own Country

Kursk residents expressed frustration with what they see as government inaction and voiced fears about the war now at their doorstep.

What We Know About Russia’s Advances in Ukraine’s Donetsk Region

Russia is pushing toward the strategic city of Pokrovsk despite Kyiv's offensive in the Kursk region. What does it mean for the war?

Counting the Economic Costs of Ukraine’s Kursk Assault

Ukraine's assault on Russia's Kursk region has so far had limited economic impact, but leaves ample room for escalation.

‘I Never Believed I Could Get on That Plane’: Freed Political Prisoner Sasha Skochilenko

The Moscow Times spoke with Skochilenko and her girlfriend, Sofia Subbotina, about this month's prisoner exchange and their future plans.

'I Still Can't Imagine Life Outside Russia': Oleg Orlov on Prisoner Exchange and Rights Work in Exile

The veteran human rights defender was one of 16 prisoners freed by Russia on Aug. 1 in a historic exchange between Russia and the West.

Russia’s Use of Inexperienced Conscripts for Kursk Defense Raises Questions

Reports of young men on their compulsory military service being drawn into combat have prompted their families to appeal to the authorities.

Kadyrov’s Troops Draw Pro-War Bloggers’ Ire for Kursk Border Defense Failures

Pro-war bloggers have accused Akhmat units of enabling the Ukrainian incursion by deserting their positions in border areas.

Is the Western Quest to Strangle Russia’s ‘Shadow Fleet’ Doomed to Fail?

Over two years into the invasion of Ukraine, sanctioning Russia's energy sector — the Kremlin's main cash cow — remains an elusive task for the Western...

‘Why Did Our State Allow This?’: Russians in Border Region Slam Officials’ Inaction as Ukrainian Forces Attack

Local officials reported at least five people killed and 24 injured in the apparent attack by Ukraine's military.

Freed Political Prisoner Pivovarov Talks Exchange, Future Plans

The former head of the pro-democracy group Open Russia was one of the 16 prisoners freed from Russia in last week's major prisoner exchange.

‘If You Talk, You’ll Go in a Bag’: Freed Russian Political Prisoners Recount Harrowing, Surprising Prison Swap

Prisoners’ friends and relatives have recounted the uncertain, frightening time before their release in one of the largest and most complex prisoner...

Russia Frees Political Prisoners, Journalists in Landmark Exchange With West

Evan Gershkovich, a former Moscow Times reporter, is among over a dozen journalists and political prisoners released from Russian prison.

What We Know About the Prisoner Exchange Between Russia and the West

The unprecedented exchange is expected to involve dozens of prisoners.

Russian Regions Hike Military Sign-Up Payments in Bid to Boost Manpower for Ukraine War

From TV marathons promoting war recruitment to raising payments, Russian regions are looking for ways to address the need for fresh troops.

What We Know About Russian Mercenary Losses in Mali

Experts say the battles resulted in one of the largest losses suffered by Russian mercenaries in overseas operations, excluding their involvement in Ukraine...

Fashion Police: Russia Cracks Down on Pop Stars’ Revealing Costumes

Performers are coming under fire for performing in leotards and bodysuits seen as clashing with the state's vision of "traditional values."

Rejecting Kremlin Propaganda's ‘Russophobia’ Claims, Russian Exiles in Warsaw Hope for a Bright Future

Russian officials and propaganda speak of Poles being “ready to devote their lives to hating Russians.” Russians in Poland tell a different story.

‘We Are Still Fighting for Justice’: MH17 Victims’ Families Solemn on 10th Anniversary of Tragedy

Ten years since flight MH17 was shot down over eastern Ukraine, the relatives of those who lost their lives are still seeking answers.

‘Do You Still Need This War?’: The Anti-War Russian Teenagers Facing Long Prison Sentences

Several teenagers in Russia have been sentenced for their anti-war views.

Director Kirill Serebrennikov on Eduard Limonov, Russia, Fascism and Violence

MT spoke with theater and film director about his film, the real Limonov and Russia.

Artist Artiom Loskutov: ‘The Totalitarian Game Became Reality’

The exiled artist discusses the challenges of addressing war in one’s art, commenting on other countries' conflicts as a Russian and more.

More Russians Favor Peace Talks With Ukraine Than Ever – But It’s Complicated

The director of the Levada Center, Russia's last major independent pollster, explains how respondents can support both peace talks and the war itself.

Reflections on the Russian Controversy at the Cannes Film Festival

MT film critic discusses the scandal at Cannes, where a American film mostly about Russians won the top award.

A Viral Telegram Game Promises Crypto Coins for Clicks. What’s the Catch?

In just a few weeks, Hamster Kombat claims to have amassed 200 million users — sparking concerns from both Russian and Ukrainian authorities.

As Power of Siberia 2 Pipeline Stagnates, So Do Russia's Hopes for Pivoting Gas Exports Eastward

Are there any other options left for Gazprom to boost its foreign sales after its main export direction — to Europe — has nearly been severed?

Laur Vallikivi's "Words and Silences" is Shortlisted for the Pushkin House Book Prize

A remarkable book that follows Nenets reindeer herders and evangelical Christian missionaries in the post-Soviet Arctic.

On a Train in Southern Russia, Fatigued Soldiers See No End in Sight to War

Soldiers on their way to the front lines or home for a short leave expressed a fatalistic view of their country’s war.

Despite Putin’s Boasts, U.S. Sanctions Threat Cuts Vital Chinese Exports to Russia

Under the threat of secondary sanctions, China's exports to Russia have fallen for the first time since the invasion of Ukraine.

‘We Will Go Underground’: Russia’s Drag Artists Forced Into the Shadows

In an interview with MT, a former member of Moscow’s drag collectives describes life and drag under Russia’s intensifying anti-LGBTQ+ restrictions...

In Photos: Russia's Massive Patriotic Expo Draws Millions of Visitors to VDNKh

The expo, whose organizers include Russian ministries and state corporations, comes as the Kremlin pushes to increase public patriotism amid the invasion...

In Annexed Crimea, War Looms Over Victory Day Celebrations

“If we hear the sirens, we run to the shelter and wait,” said Yana, a small business owner in Sevastopol. “Everyone’s gotten used to it.”

‘Day of Unity’ or ‘Day of Sorrow’? Russians Celebrate Third Victory Day Since Invasion

Although moods were high in Moscow, dozens of regions across Russia scaled back or canceled Victory Day celebrations due to safety concerns.

10 Years Later, Russian Volunteer Fighters Recall Fueling the War in Donbas

Thousands of Russian citizens joined the armed insurgency in eastern Ukraine that marked the initial phase of Russia's covert invasion.

She Photographed Russian Political Prisoners. Now She's Charged With 'Extremism.'

Antonina Favorskaya and her colleagues consider the charges against her to be revenge for her journalism and political views.

'Devastating to See': Russia’s Orenburg Region Battles Historic Flood

Experts say the floods, which have caught the authorities off-guard and left many to fend for themselves, are just a preview of what is yet to come.

Are Ukrainian Drone Attacks on Oil Refineries Hindering Russia’s War Machine?

Though the strikes' impact on the Russian economy is so far negligible, Russia's energy infrastructure is increasingly vulnerable to these attacks.

One of the First Russian Soldiers to Invade Ukraine Is Given a Funeral 2 Years Later

Kirill Chistyakov's mother spent two years desperately searching for her son after he went missing in action. He was finally identified last month.

War Escalation, Xenophobia, Death Penalty Talks: What’s Next for Russia After Moscow Concert Massacre?

Experts told The Moscow Times that the attack risks exacerbating already existing tensions.

‘I’m Trying to Forget It’: Moscow Concert Attack Survivors Grapple With Trauma

Those who managed to escape the horror and chaos of Friday's attack that killed at least 140 people say they are still reeling from the tragedy.

Elena Skvortsova Hides Street Art in Plain Sight

Early in the morning a ceramics artist places tiny figures around the city.

‘We All Have the Same Face to Them’: Deadly Moscow Attack Magnifies Discrimination Against Central Asian Migrants

In the wake of last week’s deadly shooting at Crocus City Hall, life for many migrants in Russia could take a turn for the worse.

‘Endless Wave of Violence’: Leading Russian Anti-Torture Activist on Concert Attack Suspects’ Treatment

MT interviewed lawyer Olga Sadovskaya of The Crew Against Torture, a prominent human rights NGO, about what the suspects' treatment means for Russia.

‘It Could Have Been Me’: Russians Mourn Victims of Deadly Concert Hall Attack

People are laying flowers, toys and candles outside Crocus City Hall in memory of the victims as well as donating blood for the wounded.

When the LGBTQ+ Community Held a Kiss-In in Front of the Russian Duma

A new animated film is a reminder of how things have changed in Russia.

Fraud, Violations and Pressure: Election Observers Describe Russian 2024 Presidential Vote

Of the 17 election observers who spoke to MT, 11 said violations at their polling stations led them to question the vote-counting results.

In Russian Border City, Election Must Go On Under Ukrainian Fire

Belgorod has faced regular deadly cross-border attacks over the past week. But the incidents only appear to have strengthened pro-Kremlin sentiment.

Defying the Odds, Thousands of Russians Protest Putin’s Rule on Election’s Final Day

At 12 p.m. local time, thousands across Russia went to voting stations to show their opposition to the election, which is believed to be rigged.

‘Loyalty Check’: Russia Holds Election in Occupied Ukrainian Territories

Voting is taking place despite ongoing fighting and the regions being internationally recognized as part of Ukraine, with no access given to independent...

Putin’s Election Win Is Almost Certain. What Can Anti-Kremlin Russians Do?

With the election under tight control and wartime repressions stronger than ever, opposition-minded Russians nonetheless have some options.

5 Ways the Ukraine War Hindered Environmental Progress in Russia

While many of Russia’s environmental policies and agencies remain in place, sanctions and a crackdown on civil society have curtailed the state’s ability...

In Photos: The Remote Arctic Settlement Where Alexei Navalny Spent His Final Weeks

The Moscow Times traveled to the town of Kharp, some 2,000 kilometers northeast of Moscow, where Navalny's prison colony is located.

Putin Refused to Say Navalny's Name. Here’s What He Called Him Instead

The Kremlin insisted that Navalny, 47, did not represent a real threat. But President Vladimir Putin famously found other things to call him.

Russia Closes In on Avdiivka as Western Aid for Kyiv Falters, War of Attrition Grinds On

The Moscow Times spoke to military analysts for a look at the current situation in key frontline areas of the war.

The Quiet Battle to Save Moscow's Historical Architecture

A building with protected status might be preserved, or it might be torn down.

Pro-Peace Presidential Hopeful Nadezhdin Submits Signatures to Register as Candidate

The CEC must now approve or reject Nadezhdin's signatures in a test of how far the Kremlin will allow him to take his campaign.

Ex-Rebel Leader Girkin Sentenced to 4 Years for Extremism After Criticizing War

Igor Girkin, who once led pro-Russian separatists in Donetsk, fell foul of the Kremlin with his criticism of Russia’s war strategy in Ukraine.

‘Hope for Change’ or ‘Kremlin Spoiler’: Who Is Boris Nadezhdin, the Presidential Hopeful Uniting Pro-Peace Russians?

He openly calls for ending the war against Ukraine and freeing political prisoners. How far can Boris Nadezhdin take his campaign?

‘I Was Sent to My Death’: Daria Trepova, Facing 28 Years for Pro-War Blogger's Killing, Maintains Innocence

When her verdict is announced this week, Trepova is widely expected to receive a lengthy prison term in what observers have called disproportionate.

Russians Line Up to Sign Papers for Pro-Peace Presidential Hopeful Nadezhdin

Boris Nadezhdin, who is running on a platform of peace with Ukraine, needs 100,000 signatures in order to continue his campaign.

Perm City Lawmaker Flees Russia After Criticizing Putin, Ukraine Invasion

"I did everything that a citizen has to do," Sergei Medvedev told MT, adding that he "couldn’t remain silent.”

White Scarves and Flowers: Wives and Mothers of Mobilized Soldiers Take Resentment to the Kremlin

In one of Putin's biggest domestic political challenges, women relatives of men who were mobilized for the war in Ukraine are demanding their return.

Activists Evacuate Dogs From Russia’s Buryatia Over Euthanization Law

In the republic of Buryatia, stray dogs in shelters may be euthanized if they are not adopted or claimed by their owners within a set period of time.

‘Total Disgrace’: Anger, Frustration as Mass Heating Failures Across Russia Leave Thousands in the Cold

Suffering from subzero temperatures, residents of several regions are pointing the finger at local authorities and utility services.

Unprecedented Cross-Border Strikes Rattle Russia’s Belgorod

Dozens have been killed and scores more injured in the near-daily strikes, sending the border city into shock and anxiety after months of relative calm...

Navalny's Whereabouts Unknown After Possible Prison Transfer

The jailed Kremlin critic's spokeswoman told The Moscow Times there was currently “no information” as to where he may have been transferred.

‘No One Knows Anything’: St. Petersburg’s Queer Community Grapples With ‘Extremist’ LGBT Ban

In one of the country’s most LGBT-tolerant cities, the queer community has been thrown into unprecedented uncertainty and fear.

Russians Pay Final Tribute to Prigozhin 40 Days After Mercenary Chief's Death

According to Orthodox Christian tradition, the souls of the deceased remain on Earth for 40 days before finding their eternal resting place.

Pro-Kremlin Pop Star’s Concert a Microcosm of Russia’s Wartime ‘Patriotism’

Shaman brought his songs, which are filled with pro-invasion messaging, to St. Petersburg's Gazprom Arena, where local authorities reportedly bought up...

Russian Circuses Face Calls to Ban Performing Animals

A growing movement sees traditional acts with trained wild animals as cruel and exploitative.