Moscow
Trump administration shakes up conversation about ending Russia-Ukraine war
In just the past couple of weeks, the Trump administration has shaken up the conversation about the war in Ukraine. The US has initiated talks to normalize relations with Russia, including six hours of talks on Thursday in Turkey to try to restore the normal functioning of their diplomatic missions. Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy is expected to visit the White House to sign a rare earth mineral deal with the US. Still, questions remain about how far this “reset of relations” can go.
Russia’s wartime production fuels its economy
Ukrainian troops have withdrawn from some of their positions in the Donetsk region as Russian troops have advanced. Military production has increased significantly in Russia as one of the anchors of its wartime economy, which is projected to grow over the next year, despite heavy international sanctions.
Central Asians in Russia face increased scrutiny, discrimination after mass shooting
Russia has detained four suspected shooters in the Crocus City Hall mass shooting. The suspects are all from Tajikistan. Now, there are reports in cities across Russia that people from Central Asia are experiencing a rise in harassment, mistreatment and xenophobic behavior.
Politics over intelligence: Crocus Hall shooting in Moscow raises security concerns
Russia is mourning the deadly attack on the Crocus City Hall concert venue outside Moscow, on Friday, March 22. Despite many unanswered questions about the attack, the Kremlin is already forming a narrative that will likely have severe political and security implications.
