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Moscow Curbs Late-Night Club, Restaurant Hours as Coronavirus Surges
The new restrictions come one day after Moscow reported its highest one-day increase in new Covid-19 cases.
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What Does the Nagorno-Karabakh Deal Mean for Russia?
Regional analysts disagree on whether the latest ceasefire should be treated as a Russian geopolitical victory.
opinion
Mark Galeotti
Russian Ceasefire Deal in Nagorno-Karabakh Marks Slow, Painful End of Empire in the South Caucasus
Azerbaijan is triumphant — but its triumph, while recognized by Russia, was really delivered by Turkey.
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Coronavirus in Russia: The Latest News | Nov. 10
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Chechen emigres are worried the killing will lead to stigmatization, or worse, deportation back to Chechnya.
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Experts Fear Calvey Settlement Rewards Strong-Arm Tactics
A multimillion dollar corporate “peace deal” was struck 20 months after Baring Vostok founder Michael Calvey was arrested on dubious charges.
Combatting the contagion
Russia Fights Coronavirus
Nov. 10, 2020
Coronavirus in Russia: The Latest News | Nov. 10
Oct. 30, 2020
Russians Stock Up on Food, Essentials Amid Fears of Second Virus Lockdown – Survey
Oct. 30, 2020
Russia’s Coronavirus Vaccine Faces Production Problems, Putin Says
Oct. 29, 2020
Russia Sets Single-Day Records for Coronavirus Deaths and Infections
Coronavirus Cases in Russia
1,817,109
Total Confirmed Cases
435,207
Total Active Cases
20,977
Today's Cases
1,350,741
Total Recovered
2,300
Total Critical
368
Today's Deaths
31,161
Total Deaths
12,450
Cases per Million
213
Deaths per Million
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News Analysis
Russian PM Mishustin Tightens Grip on Domestic Policy in Mini Reshuffle
Putin’s divide-and-conquer approach is also on display.
CAUCASUS CONFLICT
Nagorno-Karabakh Briefing | Nov. 10
Peace deal struck. Azerbaijan reclaims territories. Russian peacekeepers deployed.
opinion
Steven Pifer
Trump’s Loss Not Necessarily Russia’s
If Putin and the Kremlin exercise some moderation, they can expect from the next American president a readiness for serious dialogue.
Representing America
U.S. President-Elect Joe Biden's Visits to Russia, In Photos
The former vice president and current president-elect of the U.S. has made several trips to Russia over the decades.
latest updates
Belarus Briefing | Nov. 9
Controversial minister dismissed. Students in trouble. Jailed American strategist returns home.
Climate Crisis
Russia's Climate Emergency
Nov. 10, 2020
Arctic Archipelago Sees October Temps 10 Degrees Hotter Than Normal
Nov. 6, 2020
Scientists Fear Arctic Sea That Didn’t Freeze Heralds Trend
Nov. 2, 2020
Russian Arctic Sea Fails to Freeze
Oct. 28, 2020
New Methane Discharge Discovered in Russia's Arctic – Guardian
opinion
opinion
Mark Galeotti
Russian Ceasefire Deal in Nagorno-Karabakh Marks Slow, Painful End of Empire in the South Caucasus
opinion
Ilya Klishin
Great Russian Literature Versus One Tweet by Stephen King
opinion
Steven Pifer
Trump’s Loss Not Necessarily Russia’s
opinion
Michele A. Berdy
Getting the Electoral College Right in Russian
opinion
Alexei Levinson
Russia's Growing Indifference to Protests in Belarus
opinion
Anna Arutunyan
The Russian Media May Like Trump. It Doesn’t Mean the Kremlin Does
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PUBLIC HEALTH
Moscow Metro Makes Masks Glamorous Again
Thicc king
Nicholas II’s Backside Breaks the Internet With Resurfaced Skinny-Dipping Photos
pool of influence
Giant Russian Puddle Rises to Online Fame With Satirical Instagram Profile
friendly nation
'Very Nice': Kazakhstan Adopts Borat’s Catchphrase for Tourism Drive
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REBOUND
Russian Ruble, Stocks Surge on Vaccine Optimism
Airlines and oil companies top performers as Pfizer announcement on vaccine effectiveness buoys markets.
MARKET RECOVERY
Russian Markets Rally as Counting Continues in U.S. Presidential Election
Despite a likely Biden victory and possible sanctions, the ruble also stands higher.
CORONAVIRUS RECESSION
Fresh Data Shows Russian Economy Suffering Broad Slowdown
Business surveys show activity in both services and manufacturing is in decline.
RETAIL SLOWDOWN
No Lockdown, But Russia's Shoppers Start Self-Isolating
Consumer spending has dropped to levels not seen since the first wave.
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arts and life
RUSSIAN NETFLIX
Netflix to Provide Movies Dubbed In Russian
The streaming service will also provide more Russian-language choices.
opinion
Ilya Klishin
Great Russian Literature Versus One Tweet by Stephen King
Why Russians still lose their heads over comments made by Western movie critics.
comfort cuisine
Insta-Plov: Modern Technology Meets Ancient Dish
All the warming, satisfying, complex flavors and textures of plov without a kazan (and 12 hours).
obituary
Renowned Russian Satirist Zhvanetsky Dies at Age 86
Zhvanetsky and his battered briefcase were a hilarious part of Soviet life.
day off
Muscovites Send a Message of Peace and Tolerance on National Unity Day
The holiday aims to promote ethnic and religious tolerance among the country’s diverse population.
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Nigel Gould-Davies
Russia Policy Priorities for a Biden Presidency
A Biden administration would see a major shift in presidential attitudes towards Russia and Putin personally, which is unlikely to be welcome in Moscow...
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Soviet Diehards and Covid-19 Conspiracies: Inside Russia’s Anti-5G Movement
In a country widely viewed as the home of global disinformation, a Western conspiracy theory is flourishing.
opinion
Fyodor Lukyanov
Is Russia's Dialogue with the EU Coming to an End?
Sergei Lavrov's recent comments on the EU may sound extreme, but they were a long time in the making.
opinion
Domitilla Sagramoso
Why the Stakes in the Nagorno-Karabakh War Are So Much Higher This Time Round
Radical changes in the dynamics of the region over the past 25 years mean international actors have divided interests.
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