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Putin, Xi Hail Ties as 'Stabilizing' Force in Chaotic World
foreign visit
This week's trip is Putin's first abroad since his March re-election and the second in just over six months to China.
3 Min read
Ukraine Accuses Russian Troops of Killing Civilians in Kharkiv Region
Ukrainian Interior Minister Ihor Klymenko said police opened a "war crimes" investigation into the alleged detention and killing of civilians.
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Kyiv Says Halted Russian Advance in Some Areas of Ukraine's Kharkiv Region
"Our defense forces have partially stabilized the situation," a Ukrainian military spokesperson said.
2 Min read
new identity
Russia’s First Transgender Politician Announces Detransition
Roman Alyoshin, who previously went by the name Yulia Alyoshina, dropped his bid to run for governor in Siberia’s Altai region last year.
2 Min read
white house reboot
Reshuffle 2024: Who Is in Russia's New Government Cabinet
Here’s a guide to the people who make up Prime Minister Mikhail Mishustin’s cabinet, with the latest new faces and who’s changed places.
6 Min read
halls of power
As Fifth Term Begins, Putin Promotes Favorites and Rumored Successors to Kremlin
The new appointments appear to signal Putin's intention to maintain the status quo at home and continue a war of attrition in Ukraine.
4 Min read
'russia'
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...
1 Min read
‘received instructions’
Russia Says Arrested Railway Sabotage Suspects in Crimea
Law enforcement agents arrested a man and his girlfriend on suspicion of planning to blow up a railway track on orders from Ukraine.
1 Min read
interview
Exiled Electronic Duo AIGEL on Viral Fame, Singing in Tatar and Independent Art
Despite being blacklisted in Russia over their anti-war stance, the duo topped several global streaming charts with the Tatar-language song "Piyala."
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opinion
Davit Zedelashvili
Stalinism's Return Threatens Georgia's Path to Europe
6 Min read
Elena Davlikanova
Fascism Has Won in Russia Decades After WWII
4 Min read
Jon Roozenbeek
Why Russian Propaganda Isn’t as Sophisticated as You Think
5 Min read
Alexander Finiarel
There Is Hope Kyiv’s Allies Can Keep Supporting Ukraine for as Long as Necessary
6 Min read
Tanya Lokshina
It Is Our Moral Calling to Stand With Wrongly Imprisoned Russian Playwright and Director
4 Min read
Almut Rochowanski
and
Sopo Japaridze
Georgia’s ‘Foreign Influence’ Law Isn’t What You Think
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Evan Gershkovich's days in Russian prison
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Editor's Pick
south caucasus
‘Welcome to the Russian World’: Defying Protests, Georgian Lawmakers Approve ‘Foreign Influence’ Bill
The legislation has plunged the South Caucasus country into a political crisis, with thousands of anti-government protesters taking to the streets.
5 Min read
Editor's Pick
high-level reshuffle
Russian Officials Voice Bewilderment After Defense Minister's Surprise Ouster
“We could have Putin's Labrador appointed as defense minister,” one current government official told MT.
3 Min read
Editor's Pick
Feature
‘My Moral Compass Demands It’: Russian Emigres Rally Alongside Georgians Against ‘Foreign Influence’ Bill
“It’s like a wave of inspiration that Georgia deserves to have a bright future in the European Union,” said one Russian of the mood at protests.
4 Min read
Editor's Pick
News Analysis
What Next for Chechnya After Kadyrov Reported Seriously Ill? Experts Weigh In
Analysts were divided on the reported succession plan for Kadyrov — and whether the region would be plunged into turmoil following his death.
4 Min read
Editor's Pick
Feature
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.
8 Min read
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in photos
Thousands Evacuated From Ukraine's Kharkiv Region Amid Renewed Russian Offensive
tmt lecture series
Global Sanctions and Russia: Lessons for International Business
military procession
In Photos: Moscow Holds Third Victory Day Parade Since Ukraine Invasion
lavish ceremony
In Photos: Putin Inaugurated as President for Fifth Term
Features
muted festivities
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.”
5 Min read
show of solidarity
‘My Moral Compass Demands It’: Russian Emigres Rally Alongside Georgians Against ‘Foreign Influence’ Bill
“It’s like a wave of inspiration that Georgia deserves to have a bright future in the European Union,” said one Russian of the mood at protests.
4 Min read
controversial development
Moscow's Plans to Build Atop Radioactive Waste Pipes Spark Alarm from Experts, Industry
Thirty-eight years after Chernobyl, careless urban development risks unleashing another radioactive hazard beneath Muscovites’ feet.
5 Min read
challenging outlook
Russia's Epic Floods Expose Lack of Preparedness for Climate Crisis
Without the resources or political will to pursue a policy of climate adaptation, experts warn that this spring's disaster will become the new norm.
7 Min read
longread
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.
8 Min read
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climate
Feature
Russia's Epic Floods Expose Lack of Preparedness for Climate Crisis
Without the resources or political will to pursue a policy of climate adaptation, experts warn that this spring's disaster will become the new norm.
7 Min read
perfect storm
What's Causing Russia's Record Floods?
Above-average snowfall followed by a rapid spring thaw, a warmer planet and human influences have all played a role in the current crisis.
3 Min read
melting ice
Kamchatka's Glaciers Have Shrunk by 36% Since 1950 – Russian Scientists
The rate of retreat of the ice caps in the northern Sredinny Range from 2002 to 2017 was 4.3 times higher than from 1950 to 2002.
1 Min read
Feature
'Dirty as Hell': Coal Dust Chokes Murmansk as Moscow Ramps Up Asia Exports
As the dust fuels public grievances and concerns for human health, the Murmansk Commercial Seaport is busy expanding its operations.
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Business
alcoextremism
Russia Moves to Nationalize Major Vodka Distiller Over ‘Extremist’ Activities
Global Spirits Holding's Ukrainian founder was previously accused of funding Kyiv's armed forces.
2 Min read
business grab
Moscow Seizes Pasta Maker Makfa in Wartime Nationalization Sweep
The company’s lawyer said he “sees grounds” to challenge the verdict with Russia’s Constitutional Court.
2 Min read
'good trend'
Russians Returning From Abroad Help Boost Kremlin’s War Economy – Bloomberg
The returnees contributed between one-fifth and one-third of Russia’s 3.6% GDP growth in 2023, according to Bloomberg’s estimates.
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arts and life
'russia'
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...
1 Min read
interview
Exiled Electronic Duo AIGEL on Viral Fame, Singing in Tatar and Independent Art
Despite being blacklisted in Russia over their anti-war stance, the duo topped several global streaming charts with the Tatar-language song "Piyala."
5 Min read
long read
Tom Parfitt’s ‘High Caucasus’ is Shortlisted for Pushkin House Book Prize
A walk through a mountain range and history is revealing and healing.
10 Min read
weekend kitchen
In Between Russia and Finland Fish Are King
This creamy soup is a snap to make. Perfect for a cold spring.
4 Min read
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the new diaspora
show of solidarity
‘My Moral Compass Demands It’: Russian Emigres Rally Alongside Georgians Against ‘Foreign Influence’ Bill
“It’s like a wave of inspiration that Georgia deserves to have a bright future in the European Union,” said one Russian of the mood at protests.
4 Min read
'blatantly provocative'
Russia Denies Plans to Ban Passport Renewals Abroad
Novaya Gazeta said earlier Thursday that it had obtained a copy of a draft decree suspending passport renewals and other consular services for Russians...
2 Min read
'hot pursuit'
Russia's Emigre Tech Workers Eye Jobs at Western Firms as Moscow Clamps Down on Working Abroad
Western companies are actively targeting the hundreds of thousands of Russian tech workers who moved abroad after the invasion of Ukraine.
5 Min read
podcast
Russian Comedians Look for Laughter in Exile
Comedians Ilya Ovechkin and Denis Chuzhoy join us to discuss how they've adapted to life in exile, both personally and in their comedy.
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