Famously, one of Fyodor Dostoyevsky’s favorite phrases was, “It’s boring in the world, gentlemen!” And according to Vienna-based historian, culturologist, professor and author Alexander Etkind, Dostoyevsky stands as a particular hero to current Russian President Vladimir Putin for exactly this sentiment. Mr. Etkind, born in St. Petersburg, is well-known in the world of the humanities...
Author: Sergei Medvedev, RFE/RL
Russia’s economy will be hit hard by Western sanctions, but President Vladimir Putin faces no immediate political risk and his government will likely weather the economic fallout, a prominent Russian economist and banker said. In an interview with RFE/RL’s Russian Service, Andrei Movchan said the war in Ukraine – now in its fourth month –...