Latest Politics News from Russia

Putin reveals topic of talks with US envoy on frozen assetsPutin reveals topic of talks with US envoy on frozen assets
Putin reveals topic of talks with US envoy on frozen assetsRussian President Vladimir Putin plans to discuss with US representatives the use of frozen Russian assets, as stated during his meeting with Palestinian leader Mahmoud Abbas.
Jan 31, 2026
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Igor Kobzev Appoints Acting Agriculture Minister for Irkutsk RegionIgor Kobzev Appoints Acting Agriculture Minister for Irkutsk Region
Igor Kobzev Appoints Acting Agriculture Minister for Irkutsk RegionIrkutsk Region Governor Igor Kobzev has appointed Marina Kozharina as acting Minister of Agriculture. Kozharina previously served as first deputy minister of the department.
Jan 31, 2026
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Kronstadt to Get a Testing Ground for Drones
Kronstadt to Get a Testing Ground for DronesThe authorities of St. Petersburg plan to organize a site of the Special Economic Zone in Kronstadt for testing unmanned aerial systems. These intentions were announced on January 22 by Alexander Sitov, head of the city's committee on industrial policy.
Jan 30, 2026
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Russia to change rules for child benefitsRussia to change rules for child benefits
Russia to change rules for child benefitsThe government will adjust the payment system following an appeal by a large family from Tyumen Region during the 'Direct Line' with the president.
Jan 30, 2026
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Russia to change child benefit rules after complaint from Tyumen familyRussia to change child benefit rules after complaint from Tyumen family
Russia to change child benefit rules after complaint from Tyumen familyDeputy Prime Minister Tatiana Golikova announced that Russia may alter child benefit payment rules following an appeal from a family in the Tyumen region.
Jan 30, 2026
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Why free legal aid in Trans-Urals depends on lawyers' enthusiasmWhy free legal aid in Trans-Urals depends on lawyers' enthusiasm
Why free legal aid in Trans-Urals depends on lawyers' enthusiasmLawyers in the Kurgan region have been providing free legal assistance to people for over 17 years.
Jan 30, 2026
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Fines up to 250,000 rubles for selling energy drinks in theaters, schools, and hospitals in BashkortostanFines up to 250,000 rubles for selling energy drinks in theaters, schools, and hospitals in Bashkortostan
Fines up to 250,000 rubles for selling energy drinks in theaters, schools, and hospitals in BashkortostanThe region's parliament has passed a law imposing penalties for selling energy drinks in educational, cultural, sports, and medical institutions. Deputies believe these establishments should promote a 'conscious attitude towards health.'
Jan 30, 2026
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Kotov Appointed Acting Saratov Deputy Chairman, Agriculture MinisterKotov Appointed Acting Saratov Deputy Chairman, Agriculture Minister
Kotov Appointed Acting Saratov Deputy Chairman, Agriculture MinisterVasily Kotov has been appointed as the acting deputy chairman and agriculture minister of Saratov Oblast, though he is currently in an interim role.
Jan 30, 2026
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Trump Envoy Says Ukraine Talks Hinge on Single IssueTrump Envoy Says Ukraine Talks Hinge on Single Issue
Trump Envoy Says Ukraine Talks Hinge on Single IssueU.S. Special Envoy Stephen Witkoff announced that Ukraine conflict negotiations are in the final stage and have been narrowed to one key issue. He made the remarks at the World Economic Forum in Davos before flying to Moscow for talks with Russian President Vladimir Putin.
Jan 30, 2026
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Voronezh Housing Minister Warned Over National Project FailuresVoronezh Housing Minister Warned Over National Project Failures
Voronezh Housing Minister Warned Over National Project FailuresYevgeny Bazhanov, the minister of housing and utilities for Voronezh Oblast, has been issued a warning by the regional prosecutor's office for failing to meet deadlines on national infrastructure projects.
Jan 29, 2026
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Trump Proposes $1 Million to Each Greenland Resident
Trump Proposes $1 Million to Each Greenland ResidentForeign media reveal details of possible agreements between Washington and Greenland, including financial incentives and defense initiatives.
Jan 29, 2026
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Kuban prosecutor's candidacy for deputy prosecutor general to be reviewedKuban prosecutor's candidacy for deputy prosecutor general to be reviewed
Kuban prosecutor's candidacy for deputy prosecutor general to be reviewedThe Federation Council will consider President Vladimir Putin's nomination of Krasnodar Krai Prosecutor Sergei Tabelsky as a Deputy Prosecutor General of Russia.
Jan 29, 2026
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Mayoral conflict pushes for Moscow and oblast unificationMayoral conflict pushes for Moscow and oblast unification
Mayoral conflict pushes for Moscow and oblast unificationMSK1.RU discovered that a referendum proposal to merge Moscow Oblast with Moscow stems from a rivalry between the current and former mayors of Lyubertsy.
Jan 28, 2026
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Trump Invites Putin to Join 'Peace Council' Rivaling UNTrump Invites Putin to Join 'Peace Council' Rivaling UN
Trump Invites Putin to Join 'Peace Council' Rivaling UNRussian President Vladimir Putin has received an invitation from US leader Donald Trump to join the 'Peace Council', and Russia is prepared to contribute $1 billion.
Jan 28, 2026
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State Duma Supports Reduction of Fines for HotelsState Duma Supports Reduction of Fines for Hotels
State Duma Supports Reduction of Fines for HotelsDeputies have passed in first reading a government bill that reduces administrative penalties for violations of migration and registration rules.
Jan 27, 2026
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Trump addresses Ukraine and Greenland issues in DavosTrump addresses Ukraine and Greenland issues in Davos
Trump addresses Ukraine and Greenland issues in DavosDonald Trump stated that the threat of World War III over Ukraine has been eliminated and argued that Europe should handle the conflict, speaking at the World Economic Forum in Davos.
Jan 27, 2026
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Trump Envoy to Meet Putin in Moscow for Ukraine NegotiationsTrump Envoy to Meet Putin in Moscow for Ukraine Negotiations
Trump Envoy to Meet Putin in Moscow for Ukraine NegotiationsU.S. special envoy Stephen Whitkoff will meet with Russian President Vladimir Putin on January 22 for talks on Ukraine, as confirmed by the Kremlin.
Jan 27, 2026
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Property Committee Explains Suspension of Shopping Center DemolitionProperty Committee Explains Suspension of Shopping Center Demolition
Property Committee Explains Suspension of Shopping Center DemolitionThe St. Petersburg Property Control Committee commented on the situation with the unfinished demolition of the 'Maxi Sopot' shopping center near Primorskaya metro station, which has been criticized by deputies.
Jan 27, 2026
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‘This is wrong and destructive’: State Duma bans photography after Volodin criticizes media‘This is wrong and destructive’: State Duma bans photography after Volodin criticizes media
‘This is wrong and destructive’: State Duma bans photography after Volodin criticizes mediaThe State Duma has banned media photographers from filming plenary sessions, citing speaker Volodin's criticism of their coverage. When the restriction will be lifted is not known.
Jan 27, 2026
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Head of Primorsko-Akhtarsky District Resigns After SearchesHead of Primorsko-Akhtarsky District Resigns After Searches
Head of Primorsko-Akhtarsky District Resigns After SearchesThe head of Primorsko-Akhtarsky District in Russia's Krasnodar Krai has resigned after security forces conducted searches at his premises.
Jan 27, 2026
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Privmor-Akhtarsk head posts Swan Lake after security visitPrivmor-Akhtarsk head posts Swan Lake after security visit
Privmor-Akhtarsk head posts Swan Lake after security visitSearches were conducted at the official's home the day before.
Jan 27, 2026
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Prosecutor General's Office files lawsuit to nationalize packaging producer
Prosecutor General's Office files lawsuit to nationalize packaging producerThe Russian Prosecutor General's Office is demanding the nationalization of Pechatnya, a major packaging producer in St. Petersburg. An arbitration court has already frozen all shares of the enterprise.
Jan 27, 2026
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Saratov Governor Reprimands Education Minister Over School MealsSaratov Governor Reprimands Education Minister Over School Meals
Saratov Governor Reprimands Education Minister Over School MealsGovernor Roman Busargin reprimanded the region's education minister and his deputy after systemic failures in school meal provision were identified.
Jan 27, 2026
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Voronezh Region Leads National Anti-Corruption RankingVoronezh Region Leads National Anti-Corruption Ranking
Voronezh Region Leads National Anti-Corruption RankingA study by the Center for Political Information evaluated Russian regions on metrics including government procurement transparency, official dismissals, and uncovered corruption cases.
Jan 26, 2026
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Ministry of Finance Rejects Claims on Imperial Russian DebtsMinistry of Finance Rejects Claims on Imperial Russian Debts
Ministry of Finance Rejects Claims on Imperial Russian DebtsDeputy Finance Minister Vladimir Kolychev stated that Russia has no obligations to repay 1916 tsarist bonds amounting to $225.8 billion.
Jan 26, 2026
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