Law enacted this year requires many journalists to register as foreign agents, further raising concerns about diminishing press freedom
In an effort to stop a 4th wave of COVID, Russian authorities have decided to halt commercial activity and social gatherings. Russia’s national inoculation strategy is falling short: only 33% of the population is fully vaccinated. Elizabeth Cherneff narrates this report from the VOA Moscow bureau.
Results from Russia’s parliamentary and local elections Sunday have given a boost to the allies of President Vladimir Putin, who will now retain their majority. Jon Spier narrates this report from the VOA Moscow bureau.