A festival known as Summer in Moscow showcases the city’s transformation into an ultramodern metropolis. But the feast can’t last forever.
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Ukraine Targets Moscow With Large-Scale Drone Attack
The assault, which the mayor called the largest on Russia’s capital since the war began, was a reminder of Ukraine’s power to strike as its president proposes an air truce.
In Moscow, the War Is Background Noise, but Ever-Present
Muscovites go about their daily lives with little major disruption. But the war’s effects are evident — in the stores, at the movies and in the increasingly repressive environment.
With Covid Cases Rising, Moscow’s Mayor Announces Lockdown
Like many countries, Russia has seesawed between tighter and looser pandemic restrictions. As the coronavirus claims more victims, the pendulum is now swinging toward tightening.
Putin Wants Parades Ahead of Key Vote. Local Officials Aren’t So Sure.
Citing the coronavirus, at least 12 Russian cities will skip military parades that President Vladimir Putin set for June 24, hoping to boost his image before a national referendum.
As Virus Infections Surge, Countries End Lockdowns
Still struggling with rising coronavirus cases, India, Mexico, Russia, Iran and Pakistan have decided they must end lockdowns and restart their economies.
Russia Was Ready to Celebrate a Glorious Past. The Present Intervened.
As the coronavirus began its inexorable march across the country’s 11 time zones, it robbed the capital of lives, and also its chance to come together over a shared victory.
Putin’s Bleak Covid-19 Admission: ‘We Don’t Have Much to Brag About’
Russia’s president acknowledged that his country risks being overwhelmed by the coronavirus.