Stories from Irkutsk · Russia

Medium-sized businesses in Irkutsk, Siberia, are reporting extremely high interest rates and face the risk of becoming uncompetitive. Local residents believe the war in Ukraine is the primary cause of these economic problems.

Authorities in Irkutsk have proposed new regulations for personal mobility devices to address safety concerns. The proposal includes a complete ban on these devices in several public areas during public events.

Zhonu Gori Grebenko is facing pressure from Irkutsk authorities following an attempt to organize a city meeting to defend Telegram and a free internet. Grebenko is currently in litigation with the mayor of Irkutsk over the illegal refusal to approve the protest action.

Authorities in the Irkutsk region reported that restrictions on cryptocurrency mining have helped relieve pressure on the local power system.

Russian Ministry of Emergency Situations aviation has been deployed to weaken ice fields on the Nizhne-Tongus river. The spring thaw threatens to flood 95 settlements in the Irkutsk region. Local residents have been advised on emergency procedures as the situation develops. Emergency services are actively working to mitigate potential flooding risks.