Russia’s steel sector is facing mounting pressure from a combination of collapsing domestic demand and hostile export conditions, prompting officials to promise sweeping support measures in a bid to stabilize one of the country’s most critical industrial sectors.
Russian government vows rescue as Collapse of Steel Industry Accelerates Read Post »
A tentative agreement reported between Armenia, Azerbaijan, and Türkiye on the long‑debated Zangezur Corridor marks a watershed moment in the South Caucasus—crystallizing a shift in regional power dynamics as Russia grapples with a faltering economy, its war in Ukraine, and diminishing influence.
Leaked Agreement on Zangezur Corridor Signals Russia’s Waning Grip on South Caucasus Read Post »
At a moment when Russia is intensifying its assault on Ukraine’s civilian infrastructure, the United States has abruptly paused a critical shipment of advanced weapons to Kyiv—raising alarm in Ukraine and sending a chilling signal to the Kremlin. According to NBC News, the Pentagon has temporarily halted the transfer of key munitions, including Patriot interceptors, precision-guided GMLRS missile systems, Howitzer shells, and anti-aircraft Stingers, amid concerns about the state of U.S.
As Russia Escalates Attacks on Civilians, U.S. Halts Key Weapons Shipment to Ukraine Read Post »
Russia’s Ministry of Industry and Trade has sounded the alarm over a potential 40% collapse in the domestic automobile market by the end of 2025. Speaking at a Federation Council Committee on Economic Policy meeting, Industry Minister Anton Alikhanov confirmed that the ministry is preparing urgent measures to stabilize the sector amid a steep downturn driven by soaring interest rates and shrinking access to consumer credit.
Russian Auto Industry Faces 40% Collapse Without Urgent Support Read Post »
Russia’s manufacturing sector shrank sharply in June, with output, new orders, and exports all declining at a rate not seen since the initial shock of the full-scale invasion of Ukraine. The latest S&P Global Manufacturing Purchasing Managers’ Index (PMI) dropped to 47.5 from 50.2 in May, signaling a steep contraction in industrial activity and underscoring growing strain in the Russian economy.
Russia’s June Industrial Output collapses at worst rate since the invasion Read Post »
Russia’s coal industry is in deep crisis, with export deliveries turning unprofitable in every direction, according to Deputy Energy Minister Dmitry Islamov. In an interview with TASS published on July 1, Islamov confirmed that coal exports from Russia are currently yielding negative margins—whether sent east, west, or south. “The margin is still negative across all routes,” Islamov stated.
A Greek-managed oil tanker carrying nearly one million barrels of crude oil exploded off the coast of Libya on June 27, marking the fourth unexplained blast this year involving vessels that had previously docked in Russian ports. The tanker, Vilamoura, suffered a severe explosion in its engine room as it transited international waters near Libya.
Another Russian Oil Tanker Explodes—Already the Fourth This Year Read Post »
In a striking display of public dissent, massive protests rocked Budapest and Belgrade on June 28, 2025, signaling mounting instability for two of Russia’s key European allies, Hungary and Serbia. Prime Ministers Viktor Orbán and President Aleksandar Vučić, often seen as Moscow’s staunchest supporters in Europe, are grappling with humiliating demonstrations and, in Hungary’s case, collapsing poll numbers, raising questions about their political survival and Russia’s influence in the region.
Putin’s grip on Eastern Europes as demonstrations rock Budapest and Belgrade Read Post »
