Putin lauds the strength of Russia’s war economy. Others see a mirage
Since Moscow’s full-scale invasion of Ukraine in 2022, Russia’s economy has surpassed expectations. But some experts say this ...
Belarus strongman set to win a 7th term in an election the opposition calls a farce
The smiling face of President Alexander Lukashenko gazed out from campaign posters across Belarus on Sunday as the country ...
Russia expert on Putin’s ‘ultimate game’
Former CNN Moscow bureau chief Jill Dougherty weighs in on what she thinks Russian President Vladimir Putin’s goals are, which she says includes being a leader “on the level of President Trump.” ...