Latest Politics News from Russia

Russia Agrees to Halt Ukraine Strikes for TalksRussia has agreed to US President Donald Trump's request to refrain from strikes on Ukraine until February 1 to facilitate negotiations, according to Kremlin spokesman Dmitry Peskov.

Mar 3, 2026

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Engineer appointed deputy construction minister in Zabaikalsky KraiYevgeny Prodan, who previously worked in the Capital Construction Department, has been named a deputy minister in the region.

Mar 3, 2026

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Official Loses Court Case Over Signature on OrderThe Russian Constitutional Court has affirmed that officials are personally liable for decisions they sign, even without participation in the decision-making process, following a five-year legal dispute over a 50,000 ruble fine (approximately $500 at current rates).

Mar 3, 2026

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Gleb Nikitin Reports on Earnings and Birth RateGovernor of Nizhny Novgorod Oblast Gleb Nikitin reported on the increase in real incomes and the growth of the birth rate in the region.

Mar 3, 2026

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Governor Nikitin Reports Economic Gains to Federation CouncilGovernor Gleb Nikitin reported to Federation Council Chairperson Valentina Matviyenko on wage increases and birth rate growth in the Nizhny Novgorod region.

Mar 3, 2026

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Bashkortostan official from Khabirov's team, conviction expunged, confirms appointmentElena Prochakovskaya has been officially reinstated in the administration of Bashkortostan's head, Radii Khabirov. She confirmed her appointment as head of the social communications department after her criminal conviction was expunged.

Mar 3, 2026

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Honored Educator Bolot Ayurov Elected Head of AginskoyeBolot Ayurov, a former physics teacher and council head, has been elected as the head of Aginskoye settlement, the administration announced on January 30, 2026.

Mar 2, 2026

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Deputy Chemiris Accuses Primorye Governor of Long-Standing VendettaState Duma deputy Roza Chemiris has publicly accused Primorye governor Oleg Kozhemyako of systematically persecuting her family, claiming in a Telegram post that a personal conflict has escalated into a political vendetta.

Mar 2, 2026

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Journalist Alexei Kruchinin Appointed Deputy Governor of Sakhalin OblastAlexei Kruchinin, a journalist from Primorye, has been appointed deputy governor of Sakhalin Oblast for information policy, replacing Sergei Grebenyuk.

Mar 2, 2026

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"Complete Mobilization of Society is Needed": Head of Bashkortostan Addresses KurultaiOn January 30, Radii Khabirov, the head of Bashkortostan, delivered a speech to the Kurultai, discussing the special military operation and calling for full societal mobilization to achieve victory.

Mar 2, 2026

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Psychiatrist Appointed Deputy Minister of Social and Demographic Policy in Transbaikal RegionVera Gamolina, a psychiatrist and former assistant chief physician at the regional narcological dispensary, has been appointed to the new role in Zabaikalsky Krai. She is a native of the town of Shilka.

Mar 2, 2026

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Ex-Director of Zabavtodor 'in shock' over court-ordered dismissalElena Ryzhkova, former head of the road agency, says she will challenge a court ruling that upheld her dismissal for loss of trust, a decision she called shocking.

Mar 1, 2026

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Trump requested Putin halt Kyiv strikes for weekU.S. President Donald Trump said he personally asked Russian President Vladimir Putin to stop strikes on Kyiv and other Ukrainian cities for one week, citing severe frost.

Mar 1, 2026

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Alexander German resigns from Federal Customs Service, returns to St. PetersburgFormer head of St. Petersburg's environmental protection committee Alexander German has resigned from his position as deputy head of the Federal Customs Service. He is returning to his hometown.

Mar 1, 2026

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New helicopter and KAMAZ cooperation: Tsybulsky's talks with Tatarstan delegationDelegates from Tatarstan met with Arkhangelsk Oblast Governor Alexander Tsybulsky to discuss cultural, educational, and industrial cooperation, including plans for a new helicopter.

Mar 1, 2026

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New OMS Services for St. Petersburg Residents from 2026From 2026, St. Petersburg residents will be able to receive several new types of assistance under the compulsory health insurance policy. The expansion of the program was announced by Dmitry Lisovets, head of the Territorial Fund of OMS.

Feb 28, 2026

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Lawmakers seek changes to disabled transport parking finesDeputies have adopted an appeal to the State Duma seeking changes to federal laws on disabled transportation, specifically regarding parking fines.

Feb 28, 2026

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St. Petersburg Budget: Personal Income Tax Rises, Profit Tax FallsThe city budget revenues in 2025 reached 1.41 trillion rubles (approx. $15.8 billion at current rates), with personal income tax receipts growing while profit tax declined.

Feb 28, 2026

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Deputies Propose Granting Legislative Initiative to Regional Audit ChamberLawmakers in Krasnodar Krai have approved first-reading amendments to the region's Charter, including a provision to grant the right of legislative initiative to the Audit Chamber.

Feb 28, 2026

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Lawmakers expand volunteer roles in preserving historical memoryThe legislative assembly of Krasnodar Krai has amended a law to allow volunteers to participate in events commemorating victims of genocide during World War II.

Feb 28, 2026

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Deputies Summarize Results of All-Russian Military-Patriotic Game 'Zarnitsa 2.0'Parliamentary deputies in Krasnodar Krai discussed the results of the 2025 'Zarnitsa 2.0' nationwide military-patriotic game, noting its strong resonance with young people.

Feb 28, 2026

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Former District Head Fadeenko to Serve in MilitaryThe court suspended proceedings on the bribery criminal case against Oleg Fadeenko after he signed a contract with the Russian Ministry of Defense.

Feb 27, 2026

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Birthday Quiz for Ryazan Governor Pavel MalkovGovernor Pavel Malkov of Ryazan Region celebrates his birthday today.

Feb 27, 2026

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Fines in Altai Krai may increase up to 70,000 rublesThe toughening of fines was discussed at the first 2026 session of the Altai Krai parliament.

Feb 27, 2026

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Official: Enemies Target Civil Identity at Ufa ForumA senior official from the Russian presidential administration emphasized the role of historical settlements in preserving civil identity during a forum in Ufa, warning of external threats.

Feb 27, 2026

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