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Russian Officials Say Ukrainian Attacks Kill 3

Russian officials said Ukrainian bombardments had left two people dead in separate attacks on a Russian border region and a village in occupied Ukraine...

Russia to Reopen First Airport Shuttered Since Ukraine Invasion

All flights to and from 11 airports in southern and central parts of the country have been grounded since the invasion over two years ago.

What Next for Chechnya After Kadyrov Reported Seriously Ill? Experts Weigh In

Analysts were divided on the reported succession plan for Kadyrov — and whether the region would be plunged into turmoil following his death.

Russia's Epic Floods Expose Lack of Preparedness for Climate Crisis

Without the resources or political will to pursue a policy of climate adaptation, experts warn that this spring's disaster will become the new norm.

‘future elites’

In First, Russia Appoints Ukraine War Veteran to Political Office

Earlier this year, President Vladimir Putin said participants of Russia’s invasion of Ukraine were the country’s “future elites.”

periodic absences

Chechnya's Kadyrov Suffering From Pancreatic Necrosis – Novaya Gazeta Europe

His deteriorating condition has reportedly prompted the Kremlin to start working on a succession plan to maintain stability in the North Caucasus republic...

3 Killed in Russian Machine-Building Plant Fire

Eyewitness footage showed thick black smoke coming out of a two-story industrial building and spreading to nearby streets.

Russian Official Resigns Over Son’s Viral Bali Vacation Video

“Some ask me, ‘Ilya, will you ever come back to Perm?’ ... Why the hell would I want to be in Perm?” regional official Alexei Dyomkin's son said...

What's Causing Russia's Record Floods?

Above-average snowfall followed by a rapid spring thaw, a warmer planet and human influences have all played a role in the current crisis.

Kamchatka's Glaciers Have Shrunk by 36% Since 1950 – Russian Scientists

The rate of retreat of the ice caps in the northern Sredinny Range from 2002 to 2017 was 4.3 times higher than from 1950 to 2002.

appeal rejected

Russian Court Upholds 4-Year Sentence for Prominent Bashkir Activist

Fayil Alsynov's sentencing to four years in January sparked some of the largest protests in Russia since the invasion of Ukraine.

At Least 7 People Killed in Russian Floods – IStories

Russia’s Emergency Situations Ministry has maintained that no one was killed directly by the floods.

'Dirty as Hell': Coal Dust Chokes Murmansk as Moscow Ramps Up Asia Exports

As the dust fuels public grievances and concerns for human health, the Murmansk Commercial Seaport is busy expanding its operations.

'delicate issues'

Putin Calls To Protect Flood-Hit Areas From Looting

Putin also scolded the governor of the flood-hit Tyumen region for calling people who resisted evacuation orders "stubborn."

terrorism charges

Russia Arrests Four Accused of Helping Ukraine Army

Russia arrested four people Wednesday, accusing them of sending money to Ukrainian armed forces and planning to join its ranks.

‘cannot stay indifferent’

Sakha Rights Official Calls on Russia To Criminalize Domestic Abuse

Sardana Guryeva’s comments were likely inspired by the high-profile trial of an ex-official in Kazakhstan accused of brutally murdering his wife.

preventive measures

Airports in Russia’s Volga Region Halt Flights Over Drone Threat

The SIBUR petrochemicals company is also evacuating employees from its factories in Nizhnekamsk, local Telegram channel reported.

devastating floods

More Evacuations in Russia’s Urals, Western Siberia as Water Levels Rise

Authorities in the Kurgan and Tyumen regions have urged residents to flee as the nearby Tobol and Ishim rivers swell to dangerous levels.

In Photos: Orenburg Flooding Peaks as 'Colossal' Waters Rise in Neighboring Regions

As of Monday, around 40,000 homes in 193 Russian cities and towns have been submerged, while tens of thousands of people have been evacuated.

job restrictions

Russia's Novosibirsk Bans Migrants From Working as Taxi Drivers

Companies in the region are required to fire migrant workers who drive taxis or sell tobacco and beverages within 60 days.

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