Both Russian and Ukrainian experts say that the strategic loss of Vuhledar does not radically transform the military situation in eastern Ukraine
Analysts say move could affect public broadcasters, other civil liberties groups that work in Russia
Independent Russian media report more than 71,000 deaths since February 2022
Sunday's attacks in Dagestan, a majority-Muslim republic in Russia’s North Caucasus region, were just the latest reminder of Moscow’s long-running conflict with radical Islamists
Rights group PEN International gives comprehensive overview of steps taken to restrict free expression since beginning of Putin's third term
State-run polling center calls Putin's 12-percent plunge in cities 'insignificant and temporary decrease'
Experts says Russia's legal framework, technical abilities for decoding encrypted messaging leave state agencies in difficult position
Critics denounce move as a strike against freedom of religion
Levada Center blacklisted after publishing poll showing drop in support for ruling United Russia party
Report from opposition party details how prominent ruling party members have integrated criminal activity within organs of state power
While some older Russians are nostalgic for Soviet period, it has no resonance for younger people; views in former Soviet satellites are far more positive
Alleged belief among military officials that Kyiv could be ‘taken easily and with little bloodshed’ adds to worries of possible overt military campaign by Moscow
Russian legislation requires telecom firms to store more data for government, mandates jail for those who fail to inform authorities about crimes
Duma approved package of controversial amendments to laws last week, critics say they greatly extend government control over digital data
Kremlin critic says problematic proceedings against Nadiya Savchenko damaged Russian image, so exchanging her for two captives became attractive idea
'An insane atmosphere of fear reigns in Chechnya. People are persecuted for any dissent,' a Caucasus expert tells VOA's Russian service
