Russia

Russia

Which are some of the Western firms still operating in Russia?

Many Western companies have stopped their Russian operations to comply with sanctions, but some very recognisable brands are still doing business there - so what's the deal?

25/03/2022

Tech News

Russia banned Facebook and Instagram. What will Russians use now?

A Russian court ruled that Meta was guilty of “extremist” activity, effectively banning Instagram and Facebook. Where does this leave Russian social media users?

25/03/2022

Mobility

Russia's space chief says EU cooperation 'impossible' over Ukraine

The head of Roscosmos, Russia's space agency, told Chinese state TV the EU had "taken a frenzied position" over the Ukraine war.

25/03/2022

Tech News

Russia blocks access to Google News over Ukraine war 'fake news'

Google joins the ranks of other local and international media which have been banned, including Meta's platforms Instagram and Facebook.

24/03/2022

No Comment

Soyuz rocket takes off featuring letter Z

The Russian Defense Ministry released footage Wednesday that it says shows a Soyuz rocket taking off with a Meridian M communications satellite with the letter Z featuring prominently on the rocket, in support of the Russian military operation in Ukraine.

23/03/2022

Russia

Fears Russia could use chemical weapons grow as ground offensive slows

President Biden warned there are "clear signs" Moscow is considering use of chemical weapons as Russian ground offensive appears to stall

22/03/2022

Russia

Kremlin critic Alexei Navalny given eight years in jail for fraud

The prosecution requested 13 years in prison for "fraud" and "offending" a magistrate.

22/03/2022

Russia

Russia 'could retaliate' if EU imposes energy supply embargo

An oil and gas industry expert says Russia 'could retaliate' if EU imposes an energy supply embargo, but cutting off gas supplies to European countries.

21/03/2022

Europe News

Euroviews. In Ukraine, there is no line that Vladimir Putin won't cross | View

Every day we ponder and doubt, Ukrainians are dying.

21/03/2022

Mobility

ISS cosmonauts' suits were not inspired by Ukraine flag, says Russia

The colours of the suits was picked because there was a surplus of yellow material and they were the colours of their alma mater, the cosmonauts said.

20/03/2022

Mobility

Russian cosmonauts arrive at ISS in flight suits in Ukraine colours

The mission to the International Space Station is the first since Russia launched its invasion of Ukraine.

19/03/2022

Russia

Russia's new Ukraine weapon: What is a hypersonic missile?

Russia's military says it has used hypersonic missiles for the first time ever, during the Ukraine war. But what are the capabilities of this new weapon?

19/03/2022

Russia

Putin broadcast interrupted at flag-waving rally in Moscow

President Putin delivered a speech during a rally in Moscow to mark the eight-year anniversary since Russia's annexation of Crimea. The broadcast was cut off, but the Kremlin says it was due to a technical glitch.

18/03/2022

Russia

Putin's rhetoric now more virulent amid Ukraine war, says expert

“The Russian people will always be able to distinguish true patriots from scum and traitors,” said Putin this week.

18/03/2022

Tech News

Russia tells YouTube to take down 'threats' against its citizens

The Kremlin's clash with foreign tech firms over the war in Ukraine continued as Russia's media regulator accused YouTube of hosting "anti-Russia" videos.

18/03/2022

Sport

Russia lose appeal to freeze FIFA ban on its football teams

Russia have lost an appeal to freeze their World Cup qualifying ban from FIFA ahead of next week's playoff game against Poland

18/03/2022

Green News

Does Russia have a climate plan to reduce carbon emissions?

Russia has committed to reaching net zero greenhouse gas emissions by 2060.

18/03/2022

Tech News

What do Russians see on TikTok?

European social media researchers found the video sharing app had blocked 95 per cent of its content in Russia, leaving room for propaganda about the war in Ukraine to run wild.

17/03/2022

Economy

What is life like for Westerners in Russia amid the war in Ukraine?

With relations between Russia and Europe reaching a new all-time low, what is life like for Westerners in the country?

17/03/2022

Tech News

These tech companies are all shunning Russia over the Ukraine war

Google, Sony, Microsoft, PayPal and a raft of other tech companies are taking a stand on the Ukraine war and pulling out of Russia.

17/03/2022

Tech News

Russia's state websites hit by unprecedented cyberattacks, says Tass

Russia's government has proposed a raft of measures to support the IT sector, as the country becomes increasingly isolated from global financial systems.

17/03/2022

Tech News

'Rossgram': Russia to launch own app after Instagram access blocked

Meta's Instagram was banned by Russia on Monday after the social media giant temporarily allowed posts calling for "Death to Russian invaders".

16/03/2022

Europe News

Rexit: Russia withdraws from Council of Europe ahead of expulsion vote

Russia becomes only the second country to withdraw from the organisation since its creation in 1949.

16/03/2022

Russia

Alexei Navalny faces 13 years in maximum security prison in Russia

The Kremlin critic says the charges against him are politically motivated.

15/03/2022

Travel News

Putin overrides international rules on leased jets to keep them flying

The President's new law to keep foreign planes puts Russian airlines in a catch-22.

15/03/2022

Tech News

Meta ban sees Russians' demand for VPNs skyrocket by 2,000%

VPNs change the user’s unique IP address, allowing them to conceal their true location and circumvent Internet restrictions.

15/03/2022