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Long-form analysis on Russia — beyond daily news. Society, politics, economy, religion, youth, regions.
Energy & Arctic · Outlook 2026–2030
Russia's Arctic Frontier: Can the Northern Sea Route Reshape World Trade?New
Moscow is accelerating the Northern Sea Route, but the corridor remains dominated by energy exports and icebreakers. The 37.9 Mt in 2024 and the Ningbo-Felixstowe test raise the question: Suez alternative or Russian energy route?
Sanctions & Trade · Eurasia
Eurasia as Plan B
Intra-EEU trade, logistics corridors, agreements with Iran and Indonesia: Moscow is building Eurasian depth, but the alternative remains partial.
Society · Labour · Moscow
Moscow Served at Home — But by Whom Tomorrow?
Concierges, delivery riders, security guards, maintenance workers: Moscow's urban comfort economy faces a deepening labour shortage and platform competition.
Society · Religion
Young Russians and Religion — An Uncertain Return
67% identify as Orthodox, yet regular practice remains rare. Between cultural heritage, state policy and silent identity shifts, a fragmented map.