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'We Have to Buy Everything’: Russian Soldiers Under-Equipped In Ukraine War

“Buy the best quality gear and don’t bargain. Staying alive is worth it,” said one online military equipment salesperson.

Russia Labels Kasparov and Khodorkovsky ‘Foreign Agents’

The former chess champion and ex-tycoon are among the highest-profile Kremlin critics.

'military operation'

LIVE | Ukraine: As It's Happening

Follow all the breaking news, comment and analysis about Russia's attack on Ukraine.

Ex-German Chancellor, Nord Stream CEO Resign from Rosneft

Gerhard Schroeder and Matthias Warnig are both long-term friends of Russian President Vladimir Putin.

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Siberian Students Uncover Soviet Peers' Wish for Peace in 50-Year-Old Time Capsule

The time capsule was opened during celebrations for the 100th anniversary of the Young Pioneers, the Soviet youth organization.

In Photos: Pro-War Symbols Meet Soviet Imagery on Moscow's Streets

Soviet symbols and modern pro-war motifs have an increasing presence in Moscow as the war in Ukraine continues.

Russian Ballet Star 'Followed Conscience' to Leave Bolshoi

Prima ballerina Olga Smirnova made headlines when she quit the Bolshoi Ballet over Moscow's invasion of Ukraine.

'Window of Opportunity'

Doubts Raised Over South Ossetian Referendum on Joining Russia

The territory’s outgoing leader says the referendum will take place in July.

costly campaign

Russian Defense Spending Surges to $300M Per Day Amid Ukraine War

Russia is now spending more than twice as much on defense as it was before the invasion.

opinion Alexander Etkind

To Everything There Is a Season: Fantasia on the Federation's Dissolution

opinion Maria Rakhmaninova

An Old Soviet Tradition Makes a Comeback: The Denunciation

opinion Pyotr Topychkanov

Could Russia Use the Nuclear Option?

opinion Yevgenia Albats

What the People Say: Yevgenia Albats Goes on the Road

opinion Rev. John Chryssavgis

The Orthodox Church Is on the Wrong Side of History

opinion Andrei Soldatov and Irina Borogan

Putin Pulls Russian Spy Agency Out of Ukraine

In Photos: Pro-War Symbols Meet Soviet Imagery on Moscow's Streets

In Photos: Mariupol Under Russian Occupation

rural redevelopment

An Artist Brings Life Back to Russia's Abandoned Villages

Summer Wildfires Ravage Forest-Rich Siberia, in Photos

Ex-German Chancellor, Nord Stream CEO Resign from Rosneft

Gerhard Schroeder and Matthias Warnig are both long-term friends of Russian President Vladimir Putin.

'strategy update'

Russia’s Sber Sells Off Digital Services to Evade Sanctions – Reports

Sber has sold its video, audio and sports streaming platforms, as well as its cloud technology and biometric system research center.

McDonald’s Agrees Sale of Russian Restaurants to Siberian Oil Magnate

Govor already operates 25 of the chain’s restaurants in Russia.

Full Speed Ahead

Russia Approaches Chinese Firms to Revive Soviet-Era Moskvitch Cars – Reports

Moscow’s mayor announced plans to bring back the model after nationalizing the city's Renault-owned car plant.

In Photos: Pro-War Symbols Meet Soviet Imagery on Moscow's Streets

Soviet symbols and modern pro-war motifs have an increasing presence in Moscow as the war in Ukraine continues.

Russian Ballet Star 'Followed Conscience' to Leave Bolshoi

Prima ballerina Olga Smirnova made headlines when she quit the Bolshoi Ballet over Moscow's invasion of Ukraine.

all the kremlin's men

Producer Alexander Rodnyansky to Make 'House of Cards'-Style Series About Putin's Rise

"All the Kremlin’s Men" will show how "Putin’s mind dissolved into conspiracy theories."

'mother russia'

New Biopic on Anna Politkovskaya in Pre-Production

The film will be the first fictional portrayal of the Russian journalist.

A Short List of New Ukrainian Film Hits

Ukrainian filmmakers have been winning awards and filling movie theaters in recent years. Don't miss out.

More Arts and Life

Anti-War Artist Flees Russia After Thwarted Victory Day Protest

Danila Tkachenko planned to fill the air with blue-and-yellow smoke during Russia's massive military parade on Red Square.

Undercover departure

Pussy Riot Activist Maria Alyokhina Leaves Russia – NYT

The anti-Kremlin activist disguised herself as a food courier to leave Moscow.

Russians in London Protest Ukraine War, Kremlin Crackdown

Attendees were draped in the white and blue flags that are a symbol of Russia’s anti-war movement.

Nearly 4M Russians Left Russia in Early 2022 – FSB

Former Soviet countries saw significant spikes in arrivals of Russian nationals after Moscow invaded Ukraine on Feb. 24.