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Iran, Russia Ink Deal to Complete Major Transport Network

Russian President Vladimir Putin praised the "obvious economic benefits" for both Moscow and Tehran in finalizing the INSTC.

Amid Sanctions, Aeroflot Forced to Send Aircraft to Iran for Repair

In the face of international sanctions, Russia’s largest airline Aeroflot has been forced to send one of its planes to Iran for repair.

europe-funded deal

Georgian Authorities Face Backlash Over Russian Purchases

News that Tbilisi is moving forward with the purchase of Russian-made subway cars has been met with outrage in Georgia, where dealings with the northern...

Far-reaching impact

EU Insurance Ban Targets Russian Oil Exports

The EU insurance ban comes as Moscow seeks to ramp up sales to China and India.

Russia-China Highway Bridge Opens to Traffic

The Blagoveshchensk-Heihe bridge spans one kilometer and cost $318 million.

eight-year blockade

Annexed Crimea Announces End of Ukrainian Blockade

Work has begun on re-starting train services between Crimea and southern Ukraine, according to officials.

Russia Suspends e-Visas Due to Coronavirus

Citizens of 52 countries were supposed to have been able to apply for e-visas from Jan. 1, 2021.

Moscow Metro Eyes Pay-by-Face Tech in Spring 2021

“Sounds a bit fantastic, but this is our immediate future,” Moscow's deputy mayor in charge of transportation said.

In Memoriam: Moscow's Trolleybus System 1933-2020

The vehicles, a staple of city-dwellers' commutes for decades, have taken their final rickety ride into the sunset.

healthy lifestyles

Bike Lanes to Encircle Central Moscow in ‘New Habits’ Campaign

The efforts echo pedestrianization efforts seen in other major world cities as the coronavirus has emptied streets of traffic.

INTERNATIONAL TRAVEL

Russia Looks to Resume Flights to EU, China – Reports

The list compiled by Russia’s consumer protection watchdog Rospotrebnadzor includes Britain and Germany.

return to normalcy

Russia Plans to Resume International Flights in July – Reports

Flights to and from 15 countries, including China, South Korea, Turkey and European countries, are reportedly on the list.

Connecting the capitals

Helsinki Eyes New 6-Hour Bullet Train to Moscow

Finnish foreign trade minister Ville Skinnari said the high-speed train would boost tourist traffic between the cities.

No Fat Cats in the Plane Cabin, Russia Says

The Transport Ministry made its decision after an overweight cat snuck into a plane’s cabin captured the nation’s heart.

What's the rush?

Russian Train Delayed By Oblivious Camel Trotting Down the Tracks

The camel appeared unfazed by the noise of the train's horn.

Putin Launches Direct Train Service to Crimea

Russia plans to transport 14 million passengers and 13 million tons of cargo to Crimea in 2020.

Everyday Life in the Moscow Metro

It's more than just a mode of transportation.

Eastern connections

5 Facts About Russia’s First Highway Bridge to China

The $295 million bridge across the Amur River has been 24 years in the making.

Russia Launches Direct Crimea Train Ticket Sales

The new routes bypass Ukraine and underline Russia’s annexation of the peninsula.

worst commute ever

Mass Raids Target St. Petersburg Bus, Taxi Drivers During Rush Hour

Passengers got out of their taxis and continued their journey on foot with luggage in tow, eyewitnesses said.

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