Alec Luhn
The Pandemic Serves Putin's Purposes Very Nicely
A global crisis plays a convenient role in the Russian president’s scheme to keep his job.
Can We Trust Russia’s Low Coronavirus Infection Rate?
Putin claims Russia has curtailed the spread of the pandemic, but he also called for more tests and medical supplies.
Why did Russia shut down its version of the DEA?
The story of Putin’s decision to dissolve Russia’s Federal Drug Control Service involves turf wars, a tanking economy, and allegations of rampant corruption.
Putin: Russia's Problem Isn't Clinton or Trump, It's America's 'Imperial Ambitions'
It was one of several answers to questions from the public the Russian president took during his 14th annual call-in show, which lasted for three hours and 40 minutes but produced few revelations.
A Putin-Loving Alien Cult Wants to Build Its 'Extraterrestrial Embassy' in Russia
A group called the Raelian movement held an event in downtown Moscow to explain why mankind needs to build an embassy to welcome our alien creators back to Earth.
Here's What Happened in Russia on the First Anniversary of the Killing of Boris Nemtsov
At least 10,000 people participated in a peaceful march through Moscow to commemorate the slain opposition leader, but protesters in some cities were harassed and attacked.
In Photos: We Visited the Moscow Cat Theater Clouded by Cruelty Allegations
The Kuklachyov family have made millions from "world's only cat theater" situated in prime Moscow real estate. But activists say the well-connected family abuse and exploit their animals.