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Who Russians Think Will Succeed Putin in 2024

Studies show that the Russian public doesn't believe they will have a say in the future of their country.

Sochi summit

What Did Pompeo Discuss With Putin in Russia?

Pompeo, Putin and Lavrov expressed a mutual desire to improve their countries’ battered ties despite their differences.

Relations reset

Putin Says He Senses Trump Genuinely Wants to Repair Ties With Russia

Putin's comments came ahead of his meeting with the U.S. Secretary of State in Sochi.

G20 summit

Trump Announces Plans to Meet Russia's Putin at G20

The U.S. president said the meeting is scheduled to take place at the G20 gathering in Japan.

opinion

Leonid Bershidsky

Thanks, Putin, But Ukrainians Won’t Want Russian Passports

A provocative citizenship offer from the Kremlin challenges Ukraine’s new president to work on making all citizens feel welcome.

opinion

What Is Russian President Vladimir Putin Afraid Of?

Putin may project strength and daring, but he doesn’t trust his people enough to let them hear any of his critics.

Controversial offer

Putin Says Russians and Ukrainians Would Benefit From Shared Citizenship

Ukrainian President-elect Volodymyr Zelenskiy has said that Putin should not expect many Ukrainians to take up his offer.

Passportization

Putin Says Russia May Offer Fast-Tracked Passports to All Ukrainians

Earlier Putin signed a decree making it easier for eastern Ukrainians to obtain Russian passports and citizenship.

Syria

Full-scale Assault on Syria's Idlib 'Not Expedient,' Says Russia's Putin

Russia has helped Bashar al-Assad take back most of the country but fighting continues.

news

Putin Rides to Xi's Rescue on Battered Silk Road as the West Stews

China’s “project of the century” is a welcome new plank in Russia’s own strategy for ending American hegemony.

Northern partner

Kim Jong Un Looks to Putin for Help Dealing With Trump Whiplash

Kim may have to settle for Russian pledges of diplomatic and economic support.

Free speech

First Russian Found Guilty Under ‘Disrespect’ of Authorities Law – Reports

Users on Russia’s VKontakte social media site have started a flashmob in support of the fined user.

opinion

Putin’s Melody Is No Longer Music to Russians’ Ears

Having lost interest in dancing, Russians are returning to their private, individual cares.

Pay cut

Putin’s Salary Halved in 2018, Kremlin Says

Meanwhile, Prime Minister Medvedev’s salary increased.

Ukraine election

Kremlin Comments on Poroshenko vs. Putin Campaign Posters in Ukraine

"We firmly believe that Putin is dreaming of a weak, unprepared president [of Ukraine],” Poroshenko's campaign said.

No collusion

Putin Speaks on ‘Witch Hunt’ Mueller Investigation — Reports

“‘The mountain gave birth to a mouse,’ as they say,” he said.

opinion

Netanyahu Gets a Timely Campaign Gift from Putin

To the West, Putin is a dangerous autocrat. To Benjamin Netanyahu, he is a soul mate and ally.

Wrong turn

Russia Tricks GPS Signals to Hide Putin’s Location, Report Says

The technology that throws off civilians' GPS navigation is more widespread in Russia than previously thought.

opinion

Aaron Schwartzbaum

Zastoi Story: Why Putin Remains Unchallenged

Vladimir Putin is by no means in political trouble.

Shock Arrest

Former Russian Minister Arrested, Accused of Embezzling $62 Million

In May 2012, Mikhail Abyzov was appointed as Minister for Open Government Affairs in former President Dmitry Medvedev's cabinet.

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