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Aleksei Navalny: Back To Russia, Back To Jail?

'Alyonushka Of The Apocalypse:' Russian Monument Gets Laughed Out Of Town

In the Russian city of Novovoronezh, a poorly designed statue was so widely loathed that officials had it dismantled -- but not before it became a joke on social media. In other cities, some residents wish their own local monuments would meet the same fate.

Showdown In Moscow: Navalny Risks Jail With Return To Russia

Russian opposition leader Aleksei Navalny is returning to Moscow on Sunday, January 17, after six months in Germany being treated for a near-fatal poisoning. He has presented extensive evidence that the Kremlin was behind the attempt on his life. The Russian authorities have said he will be arrested

How Russia, Ukraine View U.S. President Donald Trump's Impeachment

Sanctioned Ukrainians Deny Role As ‘Russian Agents’ In U.S. Presidential Election

Kyrgyzstan: Back To The Future With President-Elect Sadyr Japarov?

Sadyr Japarov: From Convicted Kidnapper To Kyrgyz President?

Sadyr Japrov is considered the front-runner in Kyrgyzstan's presidential election on January 10. A little more than three months ago, he was in prison. He said charges that he took part in an attempted hostage-taking scheme were politically motivated.

Ahead of Presidential Vote, Kyrgyz Officials Censor Political Humor

Russian Observers: Attack On Congress Undermines U.S. Reputation For Democracy

Families Still Looking For Answers One Year After Iran Shot Down Ukrainian Airliner

A year after Iran shot down a Ukrainian civilian airliner as it took off from Tehran, killing 176 passengers and crew, relatives of the dead are still waiting for answers.

Переодетые силовики нападают на жителей Минска и задерживают их во дворах их домов

"Если он из милиции, зачем он ее бьет?" "У меня ребенок дома, что вы хотите от меня? Я нахожусь в своем дворе!" Вечером 5 января переодетые в штатское силовики приехали в несколько дворов в Минске, известных протестными настроениями. Они задержали и избили два десятка людей, общавшихся с соседями

Former Belarusian Official Vouches For Authenticity Of Tape Alleging Lukashenka Hit Squad In Germany

A former senior Belarusian Interior Ministry official has vouched that a 2012 audio recording that allegedly spells out plans to kill several opponents of leader Alyaksandr Lukashenka in Germany is authentic.

Starving, Weak, And Penniless: Russians Try Life On Minimum Wage

A group of industrial workers in the central Russian region of Chelyabinsk have tried to survive on the national monthly minimum wage for one month. They found themselves starving, unable to afford medicine or treatment, and underperforming at work.

Hugs, Health, And Perseverance: Doctors Share Hopes For 2021

Current Time reporters asked doctors and medics who have been battling COVID-19 in different countries to share their advice and wishes for others in the new year. They hoped for an end to the pandemic -- and for patience and strength to face new challenges.

'A Chance To Return To Normal Life': Russians React After Getting Sputnik-V Vaccine

Russians have been telling Current Time about their experiences with the new Sputnik-V COVID-19 vaccine after the country began a mass vaccination program. President Vladimir Putin said on December 2 that 2 million doses of the Russian-made vaccine would be made available within days.

Russia’s Duma Adopts Law That Authorizes Potential Ban On Facebook, Twitter, YouTube

News Quiz: 20 Questions For 2020

It may have seemed like the news in 2020 was all about the COVID-19 pandemic, but, in fact, there was plenty of variety. From protests and war to environmental challenges and social change, Current Time was there. How much do you know about this year’s major events?

Flag Wars: Woman In White And Red Flees Belarus

A woman who has become famous for wearing a white-and-red wedding dress during protests against longtime Belarusian ruler Alyaksandr Lukashenka has fled to Ukraine with her children, fearing persecution. Ina Zaitsava earlier spent three days in an isolation ward and was fined $250.

Navalny’s Prank Phone Call Shows FSB Officers “Are Not Gods”

Война символов в Беларуси: как власти борются с бело-красно-белым флагом

Власти Беларуси развернули настоящую войну против национальных символов – бело-красно-белого флага и герба "Погоня". Они были госсимволами до прихода к власти Лукашенко, но сегодня силовики и коммунальщики снимают их, срывают, срезают, закрашивают и вылавливают из водоемов. Но белорусы не сдаются