Plans for road near radioactive site lead to fury in MoscowResidents and experts say ‘Southeast chord’ project to ease traffic ignores grave concerns over environmental hazards.
Erdogan, Putin meet with hopes of reaching Idlib ceasefireRussian, Turkish leaders meet in Moscow, with aim to stop clashes between Turkish and Syrian government forces.
Russia has no domestic violence law, but that could soon changeFollowing some shocking cases, new law hoped to alter dynamic in country that prioritises ‘family values’ over victims.
Did Russia poll indicate waning support for Putin’s ruling party?Opposition celebrates ruling party’s losses in Moscow poll, but turnout was low and United Russia gained elsewhere.
Why are Russians daring to protest?Moscow rallies demonstrate how traditionally overlooked local elections have rejuvenated civil society and opposition.
Hundreds arrested at Moscow demonstration for free electionsRecent wave of Moscow protests was sparked by move to ban all but a few opposition candidates vying for city council.
‘We were straight up scammed, no other way to put it’Shady agents lured aspiring Nigerian footballers to Russia during the World Cup period, and some remain stranded.