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.
Russia Hides Demographic Data: What’s Happening to the Population Amid a Prolonged War
Since the spring of 2025, obtaining a full picture of Russia’s demographic situation has become nearly impossible.
Eco Wizard Gas Tanker Hit by Possible Sabotage
Russian authorities are investigating yet another incident—already the sixth this year—involving an explosion on a ship operating in Russian ports.
Putin Opts for a Long War: Why the Kremlin No Longer Seeks Peace
The suspension of aid to Ukraine aligns with the Kremlin’s plans: to intensify the offensive and sustain the conflict as the foundation of its regime and economy.
Beijing Makes Its Position Clear: Russia Must Not Lose – What This Means for Europe
The Chinese foreign minister stated bluntly that Russia’s defeat would lead the United States to focus even more intensively on Asia—something Beijing sees as unacceptable.
Trump Says Talks With Putin Brought No Progress on Ending the War in Ukraine
President Donald Trump on Thursday expressed disappointment over the outcome of a phone call with Russian President Vladimir Putin.
Russian Car Market Falls Under Pressure of High Rates and Rising Fees: How the Government Tries to Avoid Collapse
According to the Association of European Businesses, only 546,430 vehicles were sold in the first half of 2025 — a 27% decrease compared to the same period in 2024.
Will 2026 Be the Year Putin Tries to Exit the War in Ukraine — and What Could Push Him to Do So
At present, experts see no reason for the Kremlin leader to end the war, despite the high costs and heavy losses.
Macron Calls on Putin to Agree to Immediate Ceasefire: First Talks Between French and Russian Leaders Since 2022
The two-hour discussion focused primarily on the ongoing war in Ukraine and growing tensions surrounding Iran’s nuclear program.
Behind the Facade of “Optimism”: Russia’s Economy Slows Down Despite Kremlin’s Assurances
According to official data, Russia’s GDP growth slowed to 1.4% in the first quarter of 2025 — the lowest figure since mid-2023.
Kim Jong Un Honors North Korean Soldiers Killed in Ukraine: A Display of Military Alliance with Russia
Kim personally placed the national flag on the coffin of one of the fallen soldiers, underscoring the regime’s deep military solidarity with Russia.
