RFE/RL Russia Report
21.08.2012
A review of RFE/RL reporting and analysis about domestic and foreign-policy developments in Russia.
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Podcast: The Politics Of The Pussy Riot Verdict
What does the verdict in the Pussy Riot trial say about Russia's political direction? More 
Pussy Riot Won't Ask Putin For Pardon
Lawyers for the three convicted members of the Russian punk-feminist performance art group Pussy Riot say the women have ruled out asking President Vladimir Putin for a pardon following their sentencing to two years in prison. More 
Website Of Pussy Riot Court Attacked
Unknown hackers have attacked the website of the Russian court where three members of the feminist punk performance-art group Pussy Riot were sentenced to two years in jail. More 
Islam TV Takes To Russia's Airwaves
Live from Moscow's landmark Ostankino tower, Russia's television viewers will have a new offering come the end of Ramadan -- a nationwide channel aimed at a Muslim audience and promoting Islamic values. More 
Russian Orthodox Church, Zombie Affairs Department. How May I Help You?
A Zombie Walk in Omsk, Russia, attracted attention after the organizers were denied permission and rumors began circulating that the city’s decision was prompted by pressure from the city’s religious authorities and other civil groups. More 
Gazprom Giant Gets Green Light
After much wrangling, the Russian energy company Gazprom has finally been given the go-ahead to build a huge skyscraper in St. Petersburg for its new headquarters. More |
