How Russia’s Military Operation Has Impacted Ordinary Citizens, According to a New Survey
The findings reveal a nation facing economic strain, emotional toll, and shifting views—while many feel unaffected.
And a whole world in BRIEFLY.
Trump’s Ukraine Envoy Steve Witkoff Has Business Ties to Sanctioned Billionaire Len Blavatnik
Blavatnik holds both U.S. and U.K. citizenship and has generously funded election campaigns for both Democrats and Republicans.
Russian Railways Faces Mounting Debt Amid Suspicions of Engineered Financial Crisis
Amid a new multi-billion-ruble bond issue, analysts suspect Russian Railways’ deepening financial troubles may be part of a calculated strategy to trigger a covert ownership change.
Ukraine Can Win the War: President Trump Strikes an Unexpectedly Hard Tone Toward Russia
Kyiv can drive Russia out of Ukraine with Europe’s support, President Donald Trump declared.
Trump’s Comment on Russian Aircraft Lifts Asian Defense Stocks
After US President Donald Trump said NATO countries should shoot down Russian aircraft that violate their airspace, defense shares across Asia moved higher.
Kremlin Sets Stage for December Q&A: Managed Messaging, Limited Surprises
Preparation for the annual press conference and call-in show with the president is already underway.
Lada Aura’s “Bad Aura”: Why the B-Segment Sedan Failed to Win Over Russian Buyers
The Lada Aura sedan has landed with a thud: fewer than 800 cars have been sold so far.
Donald Trump slammed the UN, accused Europe, and delivered a “poisoned compliment” to Germany
President Donald Trump addressed the United Nations General Debate in New York for the first time in his current term—and turned the rostrum into a venue for sharp criticism.
“Intra-party Frustration Is Growing: Zelenskyy’s Circle Talks of ‘Tightening the Screws’ and Concentrating Power”
At the center is a closed-door meeting in the Rada last week where, according to two MPs, the Ukrainian leader spoke sharply about those who, as he sees it, “do not unconditionally support a flattering image of Ukraine” before Western partners.
Putin Reaches Out to Trump on Nuclear Controls: Moscow Ready to Temporarily Observe Key New START Limits to Avoid a New Arms Race
The Kremlin’s initiative is an attempt to reduce strategic uncertainty amid stalled discussions on Ukraine and the broader collapse of the arms-control architecture.
Operation “Urna”: According to Bloomberg, How the Kremlin Is Trying to Influence Moldova’s Election
On Sunday, September 28, Moldova votes for a new parliament—and, in effect, for the country’s direction: continue toward the EU or pivot to Moscow.
Dmitry Kozak: From Heir Apparent to Retiree
A deep profile of Dmitry Kozak—from GRU veteran and legal architect of Putin’s vertical to Olympic czar and Ukraine negotiator—and his 2025 fall from power.
Russia’s Gasoline Sales Drop to Two-Year Low: Drone Strikes and Harvest Peak Deepen Shortages
Priority loading for large chains and force majeure at some plants are creating a structural shortage precisely in the spot segment—where independent gas stations and small wholesalers source their fuel.
