Resentments are complicating calls by the Biden administration to rally the world against efforts to “annihilate” democracies.
Author: NEIL MacFARQUHAR
Kerch Bridge in Crimea Attacked by Ukraine, Russian Bloggers Say
Russian military bloggers reported that Ukraine had attacked the Kerch Strait Bridge, although Russian and allied authorities in Crimea only described the episode as an “emergency.”
Prigozhin May Be Gone, but Not the Failings He Ranted About
The Russian military still suffers from poor communication, coordination and leadership, but most of all, analysts say, from a morale-sapping lack of accountability.
How Russia’s State Media Reacted to the Wagner Revolt
Yevgeny Prigozhin, the head of Wagner forces, appeared to have little popular support for his uprising. Still, some voices expressed criticism of President Vladimir V. Putin.
After Wagner Mutiny, Russians Note Absence of Kremlin Leaders
Neither Vladimir V. Putin nor the leader of the Wagner mercenary group made public appearances on Sunday, a day after an armed rebellion shook the nation.
New Trial of Russia’s Jailed Opposition Leader Navalny Begins
The new extremism charges could add decades to the prison terms that Aleksei Navalny is already serving.
Putin Asserts Ukraine’s Counteroffensive Has ‘No Chance’ at Economic Forum
By claiming to be in control at a pivotal moment, critics say, he can no longer pass any military failures off on others.
Russian Victory Day Celebrations Scaled Back
The Kremlin will commemorate the Soviet Union’s defeat of Nazi Germany in World War II, but many towns have canceled events on Tuesday.
Russian Unease Over Ukraine War Grows Amid Attacks and Leadership Rifts
With a Ukrainian offensive looming, explosions in Crimea and inside Russia have rattled Moscow, sparking bureaucratic infighting among military commanders.