Conflicting reports on Russian military pullback from Ukraine border are one more chapter in an information war that has been going on for years
Analysts call Kazakh violence more intense, widespread than that seen in other uprisings in former Soviet republics
Law enacted this year requires many journalists to register as foreign agents, further raising concerns about diminishing press freedom
In an effort to stop a 4th wave of COVID, Russian authorities have decided to halt commercial activity and social gatherings. Russia’s national inoculation strategy is falling short: only 33% of the population is fully vaccinated. Elizabeth Cherneff narrates this report from the VOA Moscow bureau.
Results from Russia’s parliamentary and local elections Sunday have given a boost to the allies of President Vladimir Putin, who will now retain their majority. Jon Spier narrates this report from the VOA Moscow bureau.