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In a new directive, the Russian government has reportedly instructed its central bank and commercial institutions to arm themselves and shoot down drones, amidst the ongoing conflict in Ukraine.
A government auction in Russia failed to sell a majority stake in Yuzhuralzoloto Group of Companies, which was seized from a billionaire lawmaker, after no bids were submitted.
The Russian government is engaged in a cat-and-mouse game with its citizens over attempts to control the internet, with the public increasingly using tools to bypass censorship.
According to Russia expert András Rácz, at least three Russian government-affiliated entities are interfering in Hungarian elections, and there is a possibility that Fidesz might not accept the election results.
The Russian government reportedly ordered an internet blackout in Moscow, according to a report by The Bell.
The Russian government has reportedly shut down mobile signals in large parts of Moscow, leading to a resurgence in the use of walkie-talkies and pagers. Experts describe the move as drastic, though the exact reason remains unclear.
Despite denials from both the Hungarian and Russian governments, there are indications that Moscow intends to influence Hungary's April elections, with Orbán's party reportedly aiming to 'Ukrainize' the Tisza region to secure another four-year term.
The Russian government is reportedly planning a potential 10% reduction in all 'non-sensitive' expenditures for the 2026 budget, with the final decision dependent on sustainability.
The Russian government intends to decrease the discount on its oil to approximately $10 per barrel, as stated by Deputy Prime Minister Alexander Novak.
The Russian government has officially appointed its representatives, including Ilya Shestakov, to the updated Russia-Morocco Fisheries Commission.
The Russian government's second auction to sell a stake in a gold miner failed after the only potential bidder, Russkiye Ugli, was disqualified.
The highest-ranking U.S. general has indicated that the Russian government is providing assistance to the Iranian regime in its ongoing conflict. This signal suggests a deepening military cooperation between Russia and Iran.
The upcoming Bulgarian election is drawing international attention due to concerns about potential Russian influence and its implications for the EU's eastern flank. Analysts are watching to see if the outcome will strengthen or weaken the Kremlin's position in the region, especially following a shift in Hungary.
In Russia, the register of resources that remain accessible even during internet restrictions, the so-called "whitelists", is increasingly turning from a technical regulatory tool into an instrument…
Oleg Tinkov, owner of the yacht La Datcha, has been a vocal critic of the Russian government's war in Ukraine and has renounced his Russian citizenship after clashing with authorities.
An unusual Russian government Ilyushin Il-76 aircraft reportedly flew from Iran to Moscow last Thursday, coinciding with unconfirmed reports from Kuwait that Iran's new leader, Mojtaba Khamenei, was transported to Moscow for medical treatment.
The Russian government is reportedly preparing for a potential 10% cut in non-essential budget spending for 2026, with the final decision dependent on sustained oil price increases, as Putin's envoy engages in negotiations with Trump's representative.
The Russian government is reportedly set to convene soon to discuss the cessation of natural gas exports to Europe, according to Deputy Prime Minister Alexander Novak.
The Russian government is exploring the possibility of providing fuel support to Cuba, according to Russian state news agency RIA, citing Deputy Prime Minister Alexander Novak.
Russia is dealing with internal issues like corruption arrests and attempts to block WhatsApp, while also facing international incidents such as an Estonian deportation for alleged spying, diminished presence at the Olympics, and calls for the release of a climate advocate.
The Russian government plans to sell a significant stake in state-owned Aeroflot for the first time in a long while to replenish the federal budget, which recorded a 5.8 trillion ruble deficit in the first four months of the year.
Russia launched a record number of drones at Ukraine in April, targeting power facilities, critical infrastructure, and residential areas across the country. Ukrainian air defenses reportedly intercepted a high percentage of these drones, which also struck regions like Zhytomyr and Odesa.
A Russian court has imposed a fine on a local news agency and one of its directors for publishing a review of the series 'Heated Rivalry'. The Russian government considers the series to be LGBTQ+ propaganda.
The Russian government plans to reopen beaches around the resort city of Anapa in the Krasnodar region by June, following a cleanup operation after thousands of metric tons of heavy fuel oil washed ashore in December 2024.
A Kremlin spokesman indicated that the Russian government is exploring options to assist Cuba with its difficult oil situation, potentially involving a Russian tanker challenging a U.S. blockade.
The Russian government has begun fully blocking Telegram. Users are widely complaining that they cannot access any of the messenger's clients.
The Russian government is reportedly preparing for a potential 10% reduction in all 'non-sensitive' budget expenditures for 2026, though the final decision will depend on oil prices.
The Russian government will meet soon to discuss stopping gas exports to Europe, Deputy Prime Minister Alexander Novak said on Thursday.
As of Feb. 1, foreign investors held $61.97 billion in Russian government debt. The majority of those holdings are long-term bonds.