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.
Ruslan Held Hostage: How Russia’s Aviation Giant Became a Pawn in the Geopolitical Battle for the Skies
A Russian cargo plane has been stuck in Canada for three years. The government wants to hand it over to Ukraine, but Russia and the airline are protesting.
Buffer Zone and Energy Shift Mark Moscow’s Harder Line on Ukraine Negotiations
Russia signals a tougher stance on Ukraine talks by proposing a buffer zone and integrating the Zaporizhzhia plant into its power grid, source says.
Kremlin Sees Public Reaction to Stalin Bas-Relief as Green Light for Broader Historical Rebranding
The situation was closely monitored by key departments within the Kremlin, including the information and political supervision blocs.
Anna Netrebko’s Return to the World Stage: Between Operatic Triumph and Political Boycott
Beneath the gilded ceiling of the Berlin State Opera, the chords of Verdi fill the air. On stage, Anna Netrebko — one of the world’s most renowned opera singers — performs the role of Leonora in Il Trovatore.
G7 Demonstrates Unity in Supporting Ukraine While Cautiously Addressing U.S. Trade Policy
G7 finance ministers and central bank governors found common ground — particularly on the issue of Ukraine and sanctions against Russia.
Merkel Is Gone, the Pipelines Remain: Why Friedrich Merz Insists on Banning Nord Stream
This move is intended to prevent any joint efforts by Moscow and Washington to revive the gas routes.
Russia Rejects Trump’s Idea to Hold Ukraine Peace Talks in the Vatican
Instead, the Kremlin is focused on technical-level discussions that began recently in Istanbul and are expected to continue there.
Who Is Really Blocking New Sanctions Against Russia? The Answer Lies in the White House
America Stalls on Russia Sanctions — Out of Fear of Trump and in the Name of Future Business Interests
Pope Leo XIV Offers Vatican as Venue for Peace Talks on Ukraine — Trump and Zelensky Already Discussed the Idea
This proposal marks the first major diplomatic initiative of the new pontiff, just two weeks after his election, and has already drawn international attention.
Trump Washes His Hands: Has He Given Ukraine to Putin?
The U.S. president signaled that Washington is stepping back from the diplomatic arena, leaving Kyiv and Moscow to sort things out on their own.
