Russia reportedly planning full ban on gasoline exports — Meduza
The Russian government has prepared a draft resolution to impose a complete ban on gasoline exports, Kommersant reported, citing sources familiar with…
‘Putin’s favorite newspaper’ warns that Europe could attack Russia by 2027 — Meduza
Earlier this year, European leaders agreed that the E.U. must be “fully capable of defending itself against a Russian attack by 2030.”…
For the first time, Russia jails suspect accused of new ‘aiding the enemy’ offense — Meduza
Journalists at Mediazona have reported the first known jailing in Russia of a suspect charged with violating a new law against “aiding the…
NATO’s last chance Director Ilya Naishuller sends U.S. and U.K. leaders on a wild road trip through Belarus and Poland in ‘Heads of State’
You’d be forgiven for having missed it, but Russian director Ilya Naishuller’s latest film, Heads of State, is…
France says E.U. is preparing ‘toughest sanctions’ against Russia more than three years — Meduza
The European Union is preparing to impose its “toughest sanctions” against Russia since the start of Moscow’s full-scale…
Putin dismisses Roman Starovoit as Russia’s transport minister — Meduza
Russian President Vladimir Putin has dismissed Roman Starovoit from his post as transport minister, according to a decree…
‘Thanks to President Trump…’ Putin discusses peace talks with Kyiv and relations with Washington during press conference in Belarus — Meduza
President Vladimir Putin wrapped up a two-day visit to Belarus on Friday, after taking part in the Eurasian…
North Korea could send troops to support a new Russian offensive in Ukraine as soon as July, South Korean intelligence says — Meduza
North Korea may deploy additional troops to Russia as early as July to support Moscow’s war effort in…
‘Vulgar borrowings that pollute and distort’ Despite years of promises, Russia’s new law on ‘protecting’ the Russian language still doesn’t ban English words on signs
Vladimir Putin has signed a new law on “protecting” the Russian language. Set to take effect on March…
An economic reality check Officials clash at St. Petersburg forum over the perfect weather metaphors for Russia’s recession risks and the ruble’s strength
The St. Petersburg International Economic Forum is known for the noise it generates in the news media, but…
Sky-high evidence Satellite imagery confirms Russia’s capacity for expanded fortifications at Finnish border while waging full-scale war on Ukraine
Russia is making progress on an initiative to expand its military presence near the Finnish border, according to…
‘You Are Not Alone’ campaign raises over $150,000 for Russian political prisoners in a single day — Meduza
The “You Are Not Alone” fundraiser, held on June 12 by independent Russian media outlets in partnership with…