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Returning Veterans Powering Rise of Radical Russian Nationalist ‘Northern Man’ Group

09.18.2025 Paul Goble

Executive Summary: Veterans returning from Russian President Vladimir Putin’s war in Ukraine are powering the rise of the radical Russian nationalist “Northern Man” group, putting...

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Russia Ramping Up Authoritarian-Style Virtual Repression

07.24.2025 Vadim Shtepa

Executive Summary: Since the beginning of Russia’s full-scale invasion of Ukraine, Moscow has aimed to stamp out any open criticism or opposition to Russian President...

Publication Russia

Moscow Seeks to Control Internet by Fining Russians Searching for Content it Deems ‘Extremist’

07.24.2025 Paul Goble

Executive Summary: Starting September 1, Moscow will fine Russians for accessing or searching for “extremist” content, including via virtual private network (VPN) technology, to control...

Publication Russia

Roman Starovoit’s Death Signals Waning Strength of Putin Regime

07.23.2025 Kassie Corelli

Executive Summary: Former Russian Transport Minister Roman Starovoit was found dead on July 7, reportedly due to suicide, just hours after Russian President Vladimir Putin...

Publication Russia