Stories from Russia

Russia may disconnect the internet and limit various communication methods during upcoming elections, according to the head of the Central Election Commission, Ella Pamfilova. Russian Foreign Minister Sergey Lavrov stated that ambassadors from France, Germany, and Britain brought nothing new to a meeting at the Russian Foreign Ministry. Specific dates for the elections were not mentioned. Russia is considering restricting internet access during elections, a move that could impact information flow and public discourse.

The Russian FSB has disrupted the activities of leaders of a financial broker company, identified as Mine Money Limited. The Russian Federal Security Service (FSB) has disrupted a scheme by a financial broker that was allegedly used to fund Ukrainian sabotage and reconnaissance groups. The broker reportedly transferred funds to individuals involved in these activities. The FSB stated the scheme was aimed at defrauding investors. The operation targeted illegal financial activities. Several individuals have been detained in connection with the scheme. Russian authorities have reportedly disrupted the operations of a brokerage firm named 'Keepers' and its associates. The firm is accused of manipulating Russian financial markets. The firm's ability to conduct business has been significantly impacted. The firm's activities were halted due to regulatory actions.

Russia may limit cryptocurrency trading for unqualified investors. The move aims to protect retail investors from market volatility. The proposed measures aim to protect individuals from potential risks associated with the volatile digital asset market. Russia is considering measures to restrict cryptocurrency access for investors who do not meet certain qualification criteria. The move reflects a growing global trend of crypto regulation. Unqualified investors may face restrictions on cryptocurrency trading in the Russian Federation. This comes as Michiganders lost money to crypto fraud in 2025. Russia will finalize a draft bill on the legalization of cryptocurrencies next week. Sberbank plans to conduct cryptocurrency operations after the law is passed. Russia's central bank is considering new regulations to limit cryptocurrency access for investors deemed unqualified.

Russian Colonel Oleg Sokolenko, the military commissar of Rostov's Pervomaysky and Proletarsky districts, died after falling from a window of his apartment.

The attack targeted residential areas, and emergency services responded to the scene. A Ukrainian drone strike in Tula killed three people and wounded three more, including a one-year-old child, according to Governor Dmitry Milyaev. The region is located about 120 miles south of Moscow. A drone strike in Tula has resulted in the deaths of three people. The origin and target of the drone strike were not immediately clear.

The Russian leader has criticized Ukrainian actions, calling them attacks on civilian objects. He also suggested that Ukrainian forces would be presented to European courts. The specifics of the claim and the location of the alleged capture were not immediately clear. Ukraine has not yet commented on the alleged capture. The status of the tanker and its crew is currently unclear. The vessel's alleged capture is part of ongoing maritime incidents. This development occurs amidst ongoing diplomatic efforts related to the conflict in Ukraine.

The Russian military has arrested individuals on charges of treason. The specific details of the charges and the number of individuals arrested were not immediately clear. Several members of the Russian military have been arrested on charges of treason. The arrests are reportedly linked to internal security operations. The arrests were made in Moscow. The arrests are part of a broader crackdown on perceived disloyalty within the armed forces. Russia has arrested military personnel on charges of treason.

Ukraine has struck the pontoon bridges at the Chonhar crossing, impacting Russia's logistics route to Crimea. Ukrainian long-range drones also successfully devastated an oil depot in Rybinsk. Additionally, the Rybinsk oil depot has been devastated by strikes. These attacks are part of the ongoing conflict. A oil depot north of Moscow was obliterated by Ukraine. These strikes are part of ongoing pressure on Russian fuel systems. The attack caused damage to the facility. Ukrainian forces have reportedly struck a fuel depot in Russia. The strike caused a fire and disruption to fuel supplies.

Russian authorities have restricted access to the Roblox platform, citing concerns over child safety and information provided by the platform's owners. Russian authorities cited potential risks to minors as the reason for the ban. The decision was made by Roskomnadzor, the Russian federal service for supervision of communications, information technology and mass media. This decision impacts a user base within Russia. The specific nature of the safety concerns was not detailed. The duration of the block remains unclear.

Film director Valeriy Todorovskiy spoke about his life and career, reflecting on the possibility of summing up achievements and living a normal life. The director reflects on their body of work.