Eighty-three percent of Russians said they approved of Mr. Putin’s actions, up from 69 percent in January, according to an independent pollster in Moscow.
Author: IVAN NECHEPURENKO
Ruble Shows Signs of Recovery, but May Not Be Strong Indicator of Economy
The ruble’s stronger showing is most likely driven by artificial factors and might not be a good marker that the Russian economy is improving, one expert said.
Oxxxymiron, Russian Rapper, Brings a Banned Antiwar Message to Istanbul
The rapper, Oxxxymiron, said proceeds from his show would go to help Ukrainian refugees. Russians at the concert denounced the war but said they felt helpless to stop it.
Russia Confirms It Controls Chernobyl Plant
Russia’s Defense Ministry said it was working with Ukrainian guards to ensure the safety of the former plant, while Ukraine said Russian forces were holding the facility’s personnel hostage.
Navalny Condemns Putin’s Invasion of Ukraine
The opposition politician accused the Russian leader of using the attack to divert attention away from the country’s own internal problems.
People From Eastern Ukraine Are Evacuating to Russia as Tensions Continue
Refugees crossed into Russia after a warning from Kremlin-backed rebel leaders that Ukraine was about to launch an attack on the separatist areas.
Navalny Faces 15 More Years in Prison as New Trial Starts in Russia
Aleksei A. Navalny, the jailed Russian opposition leader, faces charges of embezzlement and contempt of court that could extend his time in jail by 15 years.
A Love of Trees or a Display of Power? The Odd Park of an Oligarch.
A billionaire former prime minister says he has retired from Georgia’s fraught politics. His critics say he still wields considerable power. What’s beyond dispute: his obsession with trees.