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Putin Opens Leningrad Siege Memorial in Jerusalem

An estimated 1,300 survivors of the 872-day siege currently live in Israel.
lgbt adoption

LGBT Israelis Barred from Adopting Russian Children

The new agreement has been met with outrage by Israel's LGBT community.
Military Conflict

Syrian Army Retreats After Idlib Attack, Russia Says

Russia's Defense Ministry said that up to 40 Syrian soldiers have been killed in militant attacks.
private properties

New Russian PM’s Sister Owns $14M in Hidden Real Estate – BBC

Natalya Stenina's only work experience is a stint at Aeroflot in the early 2000s, BBC Russia reported.
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Putin's reforms

'January Revolution'
Putin Puts Russia Inc. Under New Management
Putin Says Russia Has to be Strong Presidential Republic
Who Made It Into Russia’s New Cabinet?
In Wake of Putin’s ‘Coup,’ Russia’s Top Opposition Leader Refrains From Action

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opinion
Leonid Bershidsky

Putin Puts Russia Inc. Under New Management

The appointment of a new government doesn't necessarily signal growth.
government shuffle

Who Is Olga Lyubimova, Russia's New Culture Minister?

Reactions are mixed to Olga Lyubimova's appointment.
Generation Gulag

An Officer’s Daughter | Generation Gulag: Olga Shirokaya

Olga Shirokaya watched as Stalin eliminated his inner circle, including her father. Then, while her university class watched, the KGB arrested her, too...
opinion
Michael McFaul & Kathryn Stoner

Chinese Dreams, Russian Realities

Positive changes in Russia’s economic environment have come despite Mr. Putin’s long rule, not because of it.
take the plunge

Russians Take a Frozen Dip to Celebrate Epiphany

Nothing brings you closer to heaven like a quick dip in subzero waters.

opinion

opinion
Leonid Bershidsky

Putin Puts Russia Inc. Under New Management
opinion
Ilan Berman

Putin’s Demographic Revival Is A Pipe Dream
opinion
Leonid Bershidsky

Putin's Biggest Surprise: Seeking a Strong Successor
opinion
Michael McFaul & Kathryn Stoner

Chinese Dreams, Russian Realities
opinion
Tatyana Stanovaya

Russia Prepares for a New Tandemocracy
opinion
Sergey Radchenko

Putin’s Changes Might Set Russia on the Right Path
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Meanwhile in Russia

RUSSIAN WINTER

Walking on Russia's Frozen Lake Baikal in Winter

ON THE EDGE

Tourists Trapped in Russia's Lake Baikal
desperate times

Siberian Policeman Fired for Pouring Whiskey Into Windshield-Wiper Tank
Where are the turtles?

Russian Activists Fume Over Live-Turtle Hookah Pipes
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Business

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Invitation to Companies to Bid for the Provision of Consultancy Services for Hong Kong Economic and Trade Office in London

Invitation to bid for consultancy services.
opinion
Leonid Bershidsky

Putin Puts Russia Inc. Under New Management

The appointment of a new government doesn't necessarily signal growth.
Arctic Oil

Mishustin Gives Gazprom the Go-Ahead

The new prime minister granted Gazprom Oil the development rights to the Khambateyskoye gas and oil field.
ECONOMIC SHIFT

Russia’s PM Orders New Spending Plan to Boost Living Standards

Moscow prepares to ramp up state spending in a push to deliver growth and support hard-pressed Russians.
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arts and life

remembering the thaw

The Poet and the Lady: Voznesensky and Kennedy

The Voznesensky Center celebrates an enduring friendship.
government shuffle

Who Is Olga Lyubimova, Russia's New Culture Minister?

Reactions are mixed to Olga Lyubimova's appointment.
sponsored

Brookes Moscow International School Authorized for International Baccalaureate

World School Middle Years Programme available from Jan. 2020.
Film fight

Decembrist Blockbuster Splits Film Critics

Russia's eternal battle of autocracy and democracy is being fought on the big screen.
take the plunge

Russians Take a Frozen Dip to Celebrate Epiphany

Nothing brings you closer to heaven like a quick dip in subzero waters.
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In-Depth

opinion
Michael McFaul & Kathryn Stoner

Chinese Dreams, Russian Realities

Positive changes in Russia’s economic environment have come despite Mr. Putin’s long rule, not because of it.
Hindsight

Putin Predictions of Yore: What the Pundits Thought 20 Years Ago

The new acting president’s opaqueness stirred up a storm of expert and press speculation about what a Putin presidency would mean for Russia.
opinion
Alexander Morozov for Riddle

If Putin Were to Leave Tomorrow

What would the first 90 days after a hypothetical death of the head of state look like?
2020 LOOK AHEAD

Foreign Policy Experts Map Russia’s Plans for 2020

We ask seven experts to predict what Russia has in store for the world next year.
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Multimedia Art Museum - for Modern Art Lovers

Multimedia Art Museum Moscow (MAMM) is a contemporary art museum opened in post Soviet time in the premises of the Moscow House of Photography.
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KU Ramen - Authentic Japanese Noodles

We love ramen noodle soup which is a Japanese interpretation of a dish originating from China. A generous plate with noodles, hearty broth served with...
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Respublika - book cafe @ Patriarchy

Respublika opened a new bookshop at Patriarchy which has an integrated coffee shop. The big counter with the coffee bar and cashier make this place look...
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Dhaba - Colourful And Spicy Indian

If you like Indian food as we do, Dhaba has a great chance to become your favorite Indian restaurant in Moscow.
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