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Articles by Olexandra Zelenaya

Russia’s Environmental Activists Move Abroad Amid War, Persecution

Dozens of environmental activists have fled Russia following the invasion of Ukraine in an exodus that has reduced focus on fighting climate change and...

Russia Slashes Environmental Protections as War Rages, Economic Crisis Looms

Business lobby groups have been at the heart of efforts to persuade the government to soften regulations on emissions and pollution standards. 

Evading Restrictions, Russians Access Western Entertainment Platforms

One popular get-around to use services like Netflix is join an account owned by friends abroad.

Hacker Attacks on Russia Gain Attention But Cause Little Damage

In retaliation for the invasion of Ukraine, hackers have hit Russia with DDoS attacks, data leaks and anti-war posts on state-owned websites.

Veteran Lukoil CEO Departure Linked to Sanctions Fears, Experts Say

Vagit Alekperovv had been head of Lukoil since 1993 and recently fell under British and Australian sanctions.

Closed Shops, Zs, Green Ribbons: Russia’s Post-Invasion Reality

“I’ve got no desire to go to the city center,” said one Moscow resident. “I don’t want to see the giant Z on the theater wall.”