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Discusses the reasons behind Russian President Boris Yeltsin's dissolution of parliament. Reaction to his appearance on television in March, 1993, when he announced that he was assuming emergency powers; Clear that if Yeltsin didn't move against parliament, its attacks on his government would lead to anarchy; Yegor Gaidar brought back into the government as deputy prime minister by Yeltsin on September 18, 1993; Big reduction in the influence of the security ministry; More.

This article states that behind Russian President Boris Yeltsin's attack on the Parliament lurks the fear that political strife in Moscow is combining with dreams of autonomy to tear Russia apart. The Russian government has taken upon itself a huge extra burden: disengaging itself from economic activity in order to create a normal market economy. On all these counts, the government in Moscow has little to offer Russia's regions. The collapse of the Communist Party made serious problems inevitable in Russia's centralized system of government. Yeltsin committed three errors of omission which turned serious problems into a fully fledged government crisis.

Discusses how the political power in Russia has been shifted from the central body of Kremlin in Moscow to many regions. How all social services have passed to the regional governments; Two views about the role of the regions; Overall targets for privatization; Opposite view of the Civic Union; How the country is currently economically and ethnically divided; Instability of local governments; More.

Discusses a survey on Russia in which the `Economist' magazine's John Parker argues that Russia is capable of succeeding with its economic and political reforms. Pessimists' views that the costs of reform are too high; Potential benefits much greater than the costs; Communism in Russia; How history denies that Russia is a state; The view of Russia social science supports; More.

The article reports on the deepening relationship of China and Russia. It relates the visit of Chinese President Xi Jinping in Moscow where he was given the Order of St. Andrew medallion by Russian President Vladimir Putin. Moreover, it discusses the visit of Putin in Beijing to attend a parade celebrating China's victory in the war against Japan.

The article reports on the demonstration against political corruption on national holiday in Moscow, Russia. Lead by Russian opposition leader Aleksei Navalny, the protest is also intended for his campaign for the presidential election in 2018. The protesters want to stop the corruption of President Vladimir Putin and they want change for the country.

The article discusses the Western populists and nationalists' admiration for the Russian President Vladimir Putin, including the role that Russian propaganda plays in Europe and United States. An overview of U.S. President-elect Donald Trump's perspective towards Russia, including the leadership of Putin, is provided.

The article states that Russian president Vladimir Putin, in addition to two of his significant political opponents, former Georgia president Mikheil Saakashvili and opposition leader Alexei Navalny, welcomed the election of U.S. presidential Donald Trump. The article discusses the Russian government's propaganda strategy of anti-Americanism.

The article discusses the proposed exhumation of former Polish president Lech Kaczynski at the behest of Poland's Law and Justice Party (PIS), led by Jaroslaw Kaczynski, in order to investigate whether Russia brought down the plane in which Lech Kaczynski was killed following a crash.

The article discusses how Russian politics is targeting the human rights group Memorial. Topics discussed include the creation of Memorial to commemorate victims of repression during the time of Soviet leader Joseph Stalin, the introduction of foreign-agents law which requires politically-active organizations that are receiving money from overseas to register, and the claims that President Vladimir Putin aims to control Russian history.

The article discusses the impact of Russian local elections on September 6, 2019 on the administration of President Vladimir Putin. The ruling party United Russia had lost many seats in the elections. Opposition leader Alexei Navalny asked his supporters to vote for whichever candidate was best placed to defeat the ruling party.

The article looks at the progress and movements in the occupation of the bodyguards of Russian President Vladimir Putin as of June 2019. Topics discussed include relationship of Putin to the men of Russia's Federal Protection Service, appointment of some of his personal guards as regional governors since 2016, and their key roles in Russia's political architecture.

A commentary on how the government of Russian President Vladimir Putin is attacking the elite with Mikhail Abyzov, a former minister in the government of Dmitry Medvedev, as the latest victim, is presented. Topics covered include allegations against Abyzov that led to his arrest, role of money and the redistribution of assets in the current attacks against the elite and how keeping the elite fearful enables the Putin government to placate discontent among Russians.

The article discusses the lack of interest by Russians in the country's parliamentary elections to be held on September 18, 2016. Topics include the influence of the parliamentary election campaigns on the Russian presidential elections in 2018, a decline in the ratings of President Vladimir Putin's United Russia ruling party leading to the 2016 elections despite the party's majority hold on the Duma, and changes to Putin's regime including the dismissal of his chief of staff.

The article discusses political and economic problems that need to be addressed by Russian President Vladimir Putin. Topics explored include the accidental shooting of a Russian spy aircraft by the Syrian Air Defense Force, the political impact of the public protests launched in response to controversies surrounding the 2011 Russian elections, and the proposed increase in the state pension age.

The article discusses the success of Russia in hosting the 2018 World Cup despite the political tensions. Topics discussed include the festivities following the victory of the Russian team over the Spanish contingent, the attitudes of local and international fans and the victory of the Russian team resulting to a grassroots national holiday that unified people across the political spectrum.

The author discusses Russia's political and economic prospects under President Vladimir Putin who was re-elected at the recently held election in March 2018. The author believes that there is a possibility that Putin could change the constitution for him to run again since he cannot legally run again in 2024. The author further believes that Russia could embrace even more extreme form of the nationalism that has defined the politics of Putin.

The article discusses what might happen if Russian government were to fail and the country were to break up into several smaller states. According to the author, Russian President Vladimir Putin's centralisation of government may encourage members of the Russian Federation to break away. Details on the control of Russia's nuclear weapons in the event of state fragmentation are presented. Other topics include nationalism and Russia's 2014 annexation of Crimea.

The article analyzes the political and public opinion strategy of Russian President Vladimir Putin, focusing on the use of propaganda by the Russian state. Topics include discussion of the narrative that Russia is at war with the West, including the U.S. and European Union (E.U.); the impact of street protests in Russia in 2011-2012 on the government's legitimacy; and factors such as Putin's popularity, trust in state media, and the middle class's economic concerns.

The article focuses on the assassination of opposition leader Boris Nemtsov in Russia on February 27, 2015. Topics include the demonstrations occurring in Russia in response to his murder, Russian President Vladimir Putin's efforts to prevent any dissent within Russia, and the Russian government's fears that an uprising similar to the Maidan revolution in Ukraine might occur in Russia.

The article looks at Russian politics and foreign policy in relation to the position and views of Russian President Vladimir Putin. Topics include Russia's role in the separatist conflict in Ukraine, economic problems in Russia due in part to the fall in global oil prices, Putin's strategies for consolidate his power domestically, and Russia's relations with the North Atlantic Treaty Organization (NATO) and Western countries.

The article reports political developments in Russia as of mid-February 2017, particularly the move by top opposition politician Aleksei Navalny to start campaigning for the next presidential elections in the country. Also cited are a ruling by a Russian court declaring Navalny as not qualified as a candidate, the successful appeal by Navalny of his embezzlement case conviction at the European Court of Human Rights, and the possible re-election of incumbent president, Vladimir Putin.

The article discusses the decriminalization of domestic abuse and family violence in Russia under the government of president Vladimir Putin. Emphasis is given to topics such as the cultural roots of domestic violence in Russia, the attitude among conservatives in support of decriminalization, and public fears over police and judicial control of family life.

The article profiles Igor Sechin, a Russian official, a close ally of Russian President Vladimir Putin and a major player in the energy industry. Topics discussed include Sechin's early life and career, his reputation as one of Putin's most conservative counselors and leader of the Kremlin's Siloviki faction, and his appointment as executive chairman of the energy company Rosneft.

The article examines Russia's efforts to influence elections, particularly in the U.S. Topics discussed include Russia's attempt to stop the reelection of U.S. President Ronald Reagan in November 1984, the use of disinformation by Russian President Vladimir Putin in his war against Ukraine, and Putin's allegations that the protest movements against his third presidential term in 2012 were the result of an American conspiracy.

The article discusses the popularity of Tunisia among Russian tourists in 2016 following the Russian government's decision to restrict travel to Egypt and Turkey.

The article examines the impact of Russia's intervention in Ukraine on Russian politics and government. Increased censorship of mass media and the Internet by the government of President Vladimir Putin is discussed. A decline in the rate of economic development in Russia is considered as a source of weakness for Putin's authoritarian government.

The editorial focuses on Ukraine, a former Soviet republic that decided as of November 30, 2013 not to sign a trade deal with the European Union. The article notes Russia has been pressuring Ukraine President Viktor Yanukovych not to sign the deal and speculates that Mr. Yanukovych is looking to Russia for loans and cheap gas. It also notes Ukrainians demonstrated against Mr. Yanukovych who is up for re-election in 2015.

The article focuses on Russian President Vladimir Putin and his attempts to become a diplomatic figure in world affairs in 2013. Topics include his role in preventing the Western intervention in the Syrian conflict in 2013, Putin's assertiveness in world politics, and predictions on how Putin will handle the slowing Russian economy.

The article discusses Russian politics in relation to the July 2013 imprisonment and release of opposition political leader Alexei Navalny. Topics include the relation of Navalny's release to a purported decision by Russian President Vladimir Putin, the Russian political elite based in the Kremlin, and Moscow, Russia Mayor Sergei Sobyanin.

The article focuses on Russia's foreign relations with Israel, Syria, and Iran in 2013. Topics include Russia President Vladimir Putin's status as the first Russian leader to visit Israel, Russia's help with Iran's nuclear program, and the renewal of diplomatic ties between Russia and Israel in 1991. Information is provided on Putin's popularity among Russian Jews.

The article discusses Russian President Vladimir Putin and his reported opposition to political corruption in his country, focusing on the dismissal of Russian Defence Minister Anatoly Serdyukov in October 2012 as part of Putin's anti-corruption campaign. An alleged embezzlement case involving Putin's Chief of Staff Sergei Ivanov is also mentioned, along with an analysis of Putin's election to a third presidential term in Russia.

The article discusses the career of Russian defense minister Anatoly Serdyukov, who was fired by President Vladimir Putin in November 2012. The political corruption scandal involving property management company Oboronservis, Serdyukov's extramarital affair with Yevgenia Vasilyeva, and his replacement Sergei Shoigu are discussed, as well as Russian military reform and the 2008 war with Georgia.

The article focuses on Russian President Vladimir Putin and his reluctance to pursue large-scale economic or political reforms. Topics include Russia's advance in the World Bank's business rankings, his commitment to fiscal discipline, and rumors of political corruption. Information is provided on the emigration of skilled youths from Russia.

The article examines social security finance in Russia. A change in the financing of pensions enacted by Prime Minister Dmitry Medvedev is discussed which would sharply reduce the amount workers contribute to individual investment accounts which are part of the pension system. The refusal of President Vladimir Putin to raise the eligibility age for pensions of 60 for men and 55 for women is discussed.

The article considers the arrest and trial of the women musicians of the punk rock group Pussy Riot in Moscow, Russia on charges related to performing a song attacking President Vladimir Putin inside an Eastern Orthodox Church. The trial is discussed as part of Putin's efforts to use nationalism and religion as a means of isolating his political critics and as an indication of his willingness to use political persecution.

The editorial looks at civil liberties in Russia as of July 2012, under the tenure of President Vladimir Putin. It criticizes Putin for pressing forward several laws limiting civil liberties, including laws imposing fines on those who organize illegal protests and prohibiting defamation. Topics include the country's corrupt and selective law enforcement, Putin's political weaknesses, and the prospect of worsening repression.

The article focuses on the regionalisation of politics in Russia in the wake of Russian President Vladimir Putin's election in March 2012. It states while protests that erupted in December 2011 have grown sporadic, the polling organization Levada Centre found only 17 percent of Russians want Putin as President in six years time. It mentions opposition candidates won mayoral elections in Yaroslavl and Togliatti and comments on efforts by the opposition to work through civil-society initiatives.

The article focuses on the 2012 Russian presidential elections, in which former Russian President Vladimir Putin was reelected. Information is provided on the allegations of candidate preselection, vote-rigging, and falsified vote counting that marred the election. It is noted that widespread protests occurred after Putin was named the victor in the March 4 election.

The article looks at political protests in Russia ahead of the March 4, 2012 presidential election. Topics discussed include the February 4, 2012 protest of 14,000 Russians against the Prime Minister and presidential candidate Vladimir Putin, the role of social networking site Facebook in the organizing of the protests, and the government's response to protests which includes reinstating gubernatorial elections and allowing opposition politicians appear on state television channels.

The article considers the opinion article "Russia is collecting itself" by Prime Minister Vladimir Putin of Russia published in the newspaper "Izvestia" on January 16, 2012. Putin's contention that protest demonstrations against election fraud in legislative elections in Russia in 2011 are motivated by political opponents seeking to gain power is examined. It is noted that several of the proposals associated with the protest movement do not include support for any of the country's political parties.

The article considers elections for the Duma, Russia's legislature, held in December, 2011. A decline in support for United Russia, the political party of President D. A. Medvedev and Prime Minister Vladimir Putin, is discussed. Protest demonstrations in Moscow due to accusations of election fraud against the government are examined. The impact of the demonstrations on Putin's candidacy for President in elections to be held in March, 2012 is considered.

The article focuses on Vladimir Putin, Prime Minister of Russia and former Russian President, and his decision to seek another term as Russian president in 2012. Information is provided on his decreasing approval levels, how Russian President Dmitry Medvedev is seen as an extension of Putin's power, and how some predict that Russia could experience an economic recession if the price of oil falls any further.

The article discusses the rule of Prime Minister Vladimir Putin in Russia. Topics include his return to the Kremlin in 2012 after the rule of President Dmitry Medvedev, the lack of democracy in the transfer of power, questions of political legitimacy of Putin's government, and potential protest of the political corruption of Putin.

The author explains that Russian Federation Prime Minister Vladimir Putin intends to run for President of the Russian Federation in March of 2012, an office he held from 2000-2008. He explains Russia's system of consecutive term limits, noting that Putin could serve until 2024 if elected. The author suggests that Russian Federation President Dmitry Medvedev, in power since 2008, has merely been Putin's puppet. While Medvedev has talked about ending corruption in Russia, he hasn't done it.

This article reports on politics in Russia related to President Dmitry Medvedev in 2011. The article discusses the speculation that surrounded a press conference held by Medvedev, noting that he failed to make the purpose of the event clear. Information is also provided on Prime Minister Vladimir Putin and the country's 2012 presidential election.

The article discusses signs of friction between Russian President Dmitry Medvedev and his Prime Minister, Vladimir Putin. Medvedev has criticized remarks made by Putin about a Western intervention in Libya, and ordered government ministers including Putin associate Igor Sechin to vacate their seats on state-owned corporate boards. It is not clear whether Putin will seek to replace Medvedev in the 2012 elections.

The article reports on a suicide bombing at Domodedovo international airport in Moscow, Russia on January 24, 2011. The discussion focuses on who to blame for the terrorist attack which is assumed to be the work of Islamist fundamentalists and related to conflict in north Caucasus. Russian President Dmitry Medvedev blamed the incident on airport management, transport police, and security breaches. Airport security issues and terrorism are discussed.

The article discusses the politics within Russia in 2010. Political freedoms that were achieved by Russian citizens in the 1990s after the fall of the Soviet Union have been taken away. Comparisons are made between Russian elections in 2010, where voters have only one candidate to chose from, to elections that occurred prior to the fall of the Soviet Union. Conflicts have arisen between the Russian government and Alyaksandr Lukashenka, the president of Belarus.