Russia's Economy is Collapsing, Data Reveals
New data shows that industrial production and manufacturing dropped in May compared to 2021.
Russian Oligarch Admits War Is Hurting Russia in Rare Break With Putin
"I think that destroying Ukraine would be a colossal mistake, including for us," Oleg Deripaska said.
Joe Biden's Wife and Daughter Placed on Russia Sanctions List
Russia's foreign ministry has expanded its blacklist of foreigners in a tit-for-tat response.
Russian State TV Mocks Biden Over Oil Profits: 'Maybe He's Really Our Guy'
One panelist on Russian state TV touted the country's oil revenues while the American economy struggles with high inflation and gas prices.
Investigation Into Vladimir Putin's Finances Dismissed by Russia
An explosive joint report by the Organized Crime and Corruption Reporting Project (OCCRP) and Meduza exposed a common thread between several assets allegedly linked to Russian President Vladimir Putin.
Famine Will Force West To Lift Sanctions, Russian State TV Host Claims
Western leaders imposed severe sanctions on Russia in response to Vladimir Putin's Ukraine invasion, which began on February 24.
Putin Is Making More on Oil Than He's Spending on Ukraine War
According to a recent report, Russia made nearly $100 billion in fossil fuel exports during the first 100 days of the war in Ukraine.
Russian Oligarchs' Jets Flying Over Europe Despite Sanctions: Report
At least 30 aircraft allegedly belonging to Russian businessmen have flown over EU airspace despite flight bans imposed after the invasion of Ukraine.
Russia Increases Defense Spending by 20% as it Struggles to Replace Weapons
British defense officials said on Tuesday that Russia is trying to mobilize its weapons production to meet the demands of the Ukraine war.
Russian Oligarchs Avoiding Putin's Business Speech Like the Plague—Report
Russian oligarchs and business leaders will keep a low profile at the St. Petersburg International Economic Forum this year, hoping to avoid Western sanctions.
Russia State TV Calls for Moving 'Powerful' Weapons Closer to U.S.
Pro-Kremlin television host Olga Skabeyeva said "it's time for Russia to roll out something," appearing to float the idea of missiles.
Putin Is Investing $1.5 Billion in One of His Top Allies
Belarusian President Alexander Lukashenko has publicly championed the role of import substitution in lessening reliance on Western products.
Russia's Oil Sales Are Keeping Putin's War With Ukraine Alive
Even with unprecedented sanctions imposed on Russia, experts say Putin won't run out of war funds anytime soon due to oil revenue.
Vladimir Putin Paints Rosy Picture of Russia's Crumbling Economy
The Russian president told ministers that unemployment was low and inflation had stabilized.
Ukraine War Pushes Biden Into Awkward Compromise on Saudi Arabia, Venezuela
Biden had pledged to make the Saudi Crown Prince a "pariah." Now, he's preparing to meet him, hoping to bring surging gas prices down.
Russia Claims Sanctions Won't Hurt Energy Profits, Expects 'Increase'
Russia's foreign minister Sergei Lavrov said Saturday that the country has "alternative sales markets" for oil exports "where we are already increasing sales."
Putin Skirts Talk of 'Special Operation' as Ukraine War Takes Toll—Report
News outlet Agentstvo reported the Russian president has not made any unprompted reference to the war.
Putin Is 100 Days Into Ukraine War and Cracks in His Support Are Showing
High-profile resignations and a report that Russian elites are displeased with the Russian president point to waning support for Putin's war.
Superyachts Putin Used to Meet With Belarus Targeted in New Sanctions
The new sanctions aim to "further tighten and enforce existing sanctions" by pinpointing yachts in which "sanctioned Russian elites maintain interests."
Putin Has Spent Billions on Ukraine War—And His Military Is Struggling
According to one estimate, Russia is spending about 21 billion rubles—or more than $330 million—a day on the war in Ukraine.
Russia 'Refusing' to Risk Equipment to Evacuate Wounded in Ukraine: Report
In a Saturday assessment, the Institute for the Study of War said that there is "eroding military professionalism" within the leadership of Russia's forces.
Putin's 'Private Army' Troops Fired for 'Refusing' to Fight in Ukraine
A Russian military court assessed Wednesday that the sacking of 115 servicemembers was justified after troops decided to return to their base instead.
Republicans Urged End of Sanctions on Russian Ammo Before Ukraine Invasion
Texas Senator Ted Cruz was one of the 30 lawmakers who signed a September 2021 letter to the White House pushing for an end to the ammunition ban.
Putin Headed for 'Devastating' Defeat in Ukraine War: Expert
"This would not be the first time Moscow has launched an ambitious military adventure...only to find itself outmatched and humiliated," Anders Aslund warned.
Russia Squandered Decades Worth of Soft Power Gains Over Ukraine War
Vladimir Putin's invasion has removed Russia from a seat at the top international table.
Russia Loses Its Default Defense in 48 Hours. Here's What That Means
A waiver allowing Russia to still make bond payments despite Western sanctions expired today, leaving Moscow exposed to a looming default.
Joe Biden Is Using Putin Sanctions to Prevent War With China
The U.S. president said the sanctions on Russia serve as a warning to China about what would happen if it tries to take Taiwan by force.
Russia Hit Harder by Sanctions Than Expected as Putin Faces Deep Recession
A preliminary Russian assessment shows that GDP rose 3.5 percent in the first quarter of 2022, compared with the same period last year.
Turkey Becomes Haven for Superyachts Owned by Sanctioned Russian Oligarchs
Turkey has since become a safe haven for Russian oligarchs as the nation has yet to impose its own sanctions against Moscow for its ongoing invasion of Ukraine.
Putin 'Isn't Rational,' No One Could've Prevented Ukraine War: Ambassador
"He wasn't believing history. He wasn't logical," Canada's ambassador to Ukraine Larisa Galadza said Sunday about the Russian president.