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August 13, 2021
Economic Recovery After COVID-19? Not So Fast!

Russians are the most pessimistic about a swift economic recovery from the pandemic, as 66% believe it will take more than 3 years for the economy to recover, a recent survey reveals.

August 09, 2021
Doing All They Can To Fight COVID-19?

Two-fifths of Russians believe the president and the government are doing everything they can to combat the pandemic. Only 22% consider the measures already in place insufficient.
August 06, 2021
Destination Europe: The Influx Of Illegal Migrants Coming From Belarus

According to Lithuanian authorities, a total of 4,112 illegal migrants, mostly Iraqis, have crossed the border from Belarus so far this year, compared to 80 last year. It is estimated that the number could reach 10,000 by the end of this summer.
August 04, 2021
The Newest UNESCO World Heritage Sites

In an effort to preserve places of cultural and natural importance, 34 locations were added to the UNESCO World Heritage List. Five of them are in countries from our broadcast region.
August 03, 2021
'Never Heard Of It!' How Russians View The 'Foreign Agents' Law

There are currently 77 organizations that are required by Russian law to identify themselves as "foreign agents". Nearly 60 percent of Russians have not even heard of the controversial legislation.
July 22, 2021
Pegasus Spyware: How Does It Work?

The Pegasus spyware, which affects Android and iOS operating systems, can be installed without the phone owner ever knowing. It then has access to the phone's files, camera, and microphone, and it can also monitor the location.
July 21, 2021
Saying Goodbye To Afghanistan

After nearly 20 years in Afghanistan, dozens of countries have been withdrawing their troops in recent months. More than 20 countries have left since 2020, and the complete pullout of U.S. and British troops is expected in August. Turkey and Azerbaijan have not announced withdrawal plans.
July 20, 2021
No Entry Into The European Union

Almost 140,000 non-EU citizens were refused entry into the EU in 2020 -- mostly Ukrainians, Albanians, and Moldovans.
July 19, 2021
Pegasus: Hacking Journalists’ Mobile Phones Worldwide

Military-grade spyware licensed by an Israeli firm was used in attempted and successful hacks of smartphones belonging to journalists, politicians, and human rights activists worldwide, according to an investigation by 17 media organizations and coordinated by Forbidden Stories, and Amnesty Internat
July 12, 2021
Support For Navalny Going South?

According to a recent Levada poll, 14 percent of Russians approve the activities of Aleksei Navalny -- down by 6 percentage points from 2020. In June 2021, a court ruling labeled his political network as "extremist," which is supported by almost one-third of Russians.
July 06, 2021
Russians' Views On The Death Penalty

Report reveals that 41 percent of Russians believe that the death penalty should be restored to "how it was in the early 1990s."
July 06, 2021
I 'Like' It: Participation In Social Networks In The EU

Hungary, with 74 percent of people active, had one of the highest social-network participation rates in the EU in 2020.

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Friday 13 August 2021

Economic Recovery After COVID-19? Not So Fast!

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The Newest UNESCO World Heritage Sites

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Support For Navalny Going South?

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RFE/RL Uncovers $1 Million Dubai Property In Ukrainian Lawmaker's Family

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Belarusian Prankster Dupes Russian Teachers Into Wearing Tinfoil Hats To Ward Off 'Foreign Enemies'

Russia Reportedly Suffered Record 1,500 Casualties Daily In October

Ukraine Live Briefing: Family Killed In Russian Air Strike

Afghan Women Not Barred From Speaking To Each Other, Says Taliban

Saudi Armed Forces General Travels to Iran In Rare High-Level Visit

How Does Marco Rubio, Trump's Pick For Secretary Of State, See The World?

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Report: Trump Tells Putin In Call Not To Escalate War With Ukraine

With U.S. Ties In The Balance, Kallas Seeks Bold EU Stance On Russia And China

North Korea Approves Deal With Moscow That Allows Troop Deployment

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RFE/RL's Infographics

Friday 13 August 2021

Economic Recovery After COVID-19? Not So Fast!

Doing All They Can To Fight COVID-19?

Destination Europe: The Influx Of Illegal Migrants Coming From Belarus

The Newest UNESCO World Heritage Sites

'Never Heard Of It!' How Russians View The 'Foreign Agents' Law

Pegasus Spyware: How Does It Work?

Saying Goodbye To Afghanistan

No Entry Into The European Union

Pegasus: Hacking Journalists’ Mobile Phones Worldwide

Support For Navalny Going South?

Russians' Views On The Death Penalty

I 'Like' It: Participation In Social Networks In The EU

Editors' Picks

RFE/RL Uncovers $1 Million Dubai Property In Ukrainian Lawmaker's Family

Peace Talks Brewing, Russia and Ukraine Jockey For Advantage -- On And Off Battlefield

Amid Ukraine Fallout, China Pushes Ahead With Bold Kyrgyzstan Trade Vision

A Kazakh Scientist's 10-Year Fight To Save Caspian Seals

The Volunteers Who Revived 'Romania's Life Magazine'

How Does Marco Rubio, Trump's Pick For Secretary Of State, See The World?

Top Trending

Belarusian Prankster Dupes Russian Teachers Into Wearing Tinfoil Hats To Ward Off 'Foreign Enemies'

Russia Reportedly Suffered Record 1,500 Casualties Daily In October

Ukraine Live Briefing: Family Killed In Russian Air Strike

Afghan Women Not Barred From Speaking To Each Other, Says Taliban

Saudi Armed Forces General Travels to Iran In Rare High-Level Visit

How Does Marco Rubio, Trump's Pick For Secretary Of State, See The World?

A 'Turn To The Right': Donald Trump And The Rise Of Populist Leaders

Report: Trump Tells Putin In Call Not To Escalate War With Ukraine

With U.S. Ties In The Balance, Kallas Seeks Bold EU Stance On Russia And China

North Korea Approves Deal With Moscow That Allows Troop Deployment

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