Russia

Country Russia
Capital Moscow
Continent Asia
Currency Russian ruble(RUB)
Languages Russian

Information

Introduction

Founded in the 12th century, the Principality of Muscovy, was able to emerge from over 200 years of Mongol domination (13th-15th centuries) and to gradually conquer and absorb surrounding principalities. In the early 17th century, a new Romanov Dynasty continued this policy of expansion across Siberia to the Pacific. Under PETER I (ruled 1682-1725), hegemony was extended to the Baltic Sea and the country was renamed the Russian Empire. During the 19th century, more territorial acquisitions were made in Europe and Asia. Defeat in the Russo-Japanese War of 1904-05 contributed to the Revolution of 1905, which resulted in the formation of a parliament and other reforms. Repeated devastating defeats of the Russian army in World War I led to widespread rioting in the major cities of the Russian Empire and to the overthrow in 1917 of the imperial household. The Communists under Vladimir LENIN seized power soon after and formed the USSR. The brutal rule of Iosif STALIN (1928-53) strengthened Communist rule and Russian dominance of the Soviet Union at a cost of tens of millions of lives. The Soviet economy and society stagnated in the following decades until General Secretary Mikhail GORBACHEV (1985-91) introduced glasnost (openness) and perestroika (restructuring) in an attempt to modernize Communism, but his initiatives inadvertently released forces that by December 1991 splintered the USSR into Russia and 14 other independent republics. Since then, Russia has shifted its post-Soviet democratic ambitions in favor of a centralized semi-authoritarian state whose legitimacy is buttressed, in part, by carefully managed national elections, former President PUTIN's genuine popularity, and the prudent management of Russia's windfall energy wealth. Russia has severely disabled a Chechen rebel movement, although violence still occurs throughout the North Caucasus.

[+] Geography

[+] People

[+] Government

Video

Map


View Larger Map

References

Russia - Wikipedia
Russia - CIA World Fact Book
Russia - BBC
Russia - National Geographic
Russia - Timeline - BBC

Cities

Links

News Headlines

Google News
Trump on Russia’s incursion into NATO: ‘Here we go!’ - CNNTrump on Russia’s incursion into NATO: ‘Here we go!’  CNN

‘Duped by agent, 15 Indians pinned down in Ukraine-Russia war zone’ - The Hindu‘Duped by agent, 15 Indians pinned down in Ukraine-Russia war zone’  The Hindu

Orthodox Faith with Soviet Aesthetics: What a Rare Moscow Parade Says About Power in Russia - The Moscow TimesOrthodox Faith with Soviet Aesthetics: What a Rare Moscow Parade Says About Power in Russia  The Moscow Times

Russia-Ukraine war: List of key events, day 1,295 - Al JazeeraRussia-Ukraine war: List of key events, day 1,295  Al Jazeera

Poland says UN will hold emergency meeting after Russian drone incursions - The GuardianPoland says UN will hold emergency meeting after Russian drone incursions  The Guardian

EU-US policy divide on Russian oil sales to India to hit October trade - ReutersEU-US policy divide on Russian oil sales to India to hit October trade  Reuters

Putin FIRES Back As NATO Blames Russia For Unleashing Drones On Poland: ‘No Proof, Just Accusations’ - The Times of IndiaPutin FIRES Back As NATO Blames Russia For Unleashing Drones On Poland: ‘No Proof, Just Accusations’  The Times of India

Statement by NATO Secretary General Mark Rutte on the violation of Polish airspace by Russian drones - NATOStatement by NATO Secretary General Mark Rutte on the violation of Polish airspace by Russian drones  NATO

Duped into fighting Russia war, Punjab man returns home to flood devastation - India TodayDuped into fighting Russia war, Punjab man returns home to flood devastation  India Today

Poland sends 40,000 troops to border amid Russia tension - TVP WorldPoland sends 40,000 troops to border amid Russia tension  TVP World

EU Plans 19th Sanctions Package on Russia, Pledges More Aid for Ukraine - NewsonairEU Plans 19th Sanctions Package on Russia, Pledges More Aid for Ukraine  Newsonair

Ministry of External Affairs in touch with Russia to bring back Indians caught in battlefield - The HinduMinistry of External Affairs in touch with Russia to bring back Indians caught in battlefield  The Hindu

Russia’s Putin hails war advances; Ukraine retakes parts of Donetsk - Al JazeeraRussia’s Putin hails war advances; Ukraine retakes parts of Donetsk  Al Jazeera

Thursday briefing: Why Russia’s drone attack marks ‘a new level of hostility’ in the war - The GuardianThursday briefing: Why Russia’s drone attack marks ‘a new level of hostility’ in the war  The Guardian

Russia dismisses Polish statements on drones in its airspace as 'nothing new' - ReutersRussia dismisses Polish statements on drones in its airspace as 'nothing new'  Reuters

India to Russia: Stop recruiting our citizens for Ukraine war - TRT EspañolIndia to Russia: Stop recruiting our citizens for Ukraine war  TRT Español

NATO Says It Scrambled Fighter Jets to Shoot Down Russian Drones Over Poland - The New York TimesNATO Says It Scrambled Fighter Jets to Shoot Down Russian Drones Over Poland  The New York Times

Indian youths caught in crossfire of Russia-Ukraine war seek Centre's help to rescue them - The New Indian ExpressIndian youths caught in crossfire of Russia-Ukraine war seek Centre's help to rescue them  The New Indian Express

Nato strengthens defences after Russian drones shot down over Poland - BBCNato strengthens defences after Russian drones shot down over Poland  BBC

China and Russia sign more deals, but Beijing keeps the upper hand - The Washington PostChina and Russia sign more deals, but Beijing keeps the upper hand  The Washington Post

Russian Soyuz rocket launches Progress MS-32 with 2.8 tons of cargo toward the ISS - SpaceRussian Soyuz rocket launches Progress MS-32 with 2.8 tons of cargo toward the ISS  Space

Polish PM Tusk vows military upgrade after Russian drone incursion - Al JazeeraPolish PM Tusk vows military upgrade after Russian drone incursion  Al Jazeera

Russia’s Strategy Against the West: Escalate Slowly and See if It Responds - The New York TimesRussia’s Strategy Against the West: Escalate Slowly and See if It Responds  The New York Times

EU pushing new sanctions on Russia, expanding aid to Ukraine - India News StreamEU pushing new sanctions on Russia, expanding aid to Ukraine  India News Stream

Strengthening India-Russia Educational Ties: Insights from the India-Russia Education Conference by KeGo Overseas - Business StandardStrengthening India-Russia Educational Ties: Insights from the India-Russia Education Conference by KeGo Overseas  Business Standard

‘Here we go’: Trump responds to Russia’s drone incursion on a NATO ally. But what comes next? - CNBC‘Here we go’: Trump responds to Russia’s drone incursion on a NATO ally. But what comes next?  CNBC

Europe’s panic over Russian drones in Poland is not without reason - The Indian ExpressEurope’s panic over Russian drones in Poland is not without reason  The Indian Express

Poland intercepts Russian drones returning from attacking Ukraine - Al JazeeraPoland intercepts Russian drones returning from attacking Ukraine  Al Jazeera

How Russian Oil Is Flowing into India - KharonHow Russian Oil Is Flowing into India  Kharon

Italy’s coalition sends mixed messages on Ukraine and Russia - The EconomistItaly’s coalition sends mixed messages on Ukraine and Russia  The Economist

Russia Tests NATO With Poland Drone Breach - Council on Foreign RelationsRussia Tests NATO With Poland Drone Breach  Council on Foreign Relations

Russia and China have struck a gas pipeline deal. Here's why many questions remain unanswered - FirstpostRussia and China have struck a gas pipeline deal. Here's why many questions remain unanswered  Firstpost

Russia’s Reckless Provocation - The AtlanticRussia’s Reckless Provocation  The Atlantic

Polish and NATO forces scramble to shoot down Russian drones - Al JazeeraPolish and NATO forces scramble to shoot down Russian drones  Al Jazeera

Russia Adds Author Dmitry Bykov to ‘Terrorists and Extremists’ List - The Moscow TimesRussia Adds Author Dmitry Bykov to ‘Terrorists and Extremists’ List  The Moscow Times

Russian drones over Poland is a serious escalation – here’s why the west’s response won’t worry Putin - The ConversationRussian drones over Poland is a serious escalation – here’s why the west’s response won’t worry Putin  The Conversation

Poland calls for UN Security Council meeting after Russian drone incursion - Euronews.comPoland calls for UN Security Council meeting after Russian drone incursion  Euronews.com

'Fraught with danger': MEA on Indians recruited into Russian army; asks nationals to stay away from 'offe - The Times of India'Fraught with danger': MEA on Indians recruited into Russian army; asks nationals to stay away from 'offe  The Times of India

Russian drones in Poland's airspace stir worries for Europe's civil aviation - ReutersRussian drones in Poland's airspace stir worries for Europe's civil aviation  Reuters

Moscow launches Russia's First AI-powered autonomous tram for passengers - Babushahi NewsMoscow launches Russia's First AI-powered autonomous tram for passengers  Babushahi News

'100% tariff': Trump asks EU to impose higher duties on Russian oil buyers India, China — Report - The Times of India'100% tariff': Trump asks EU to impose higher duties on Russian oil buyers India, China — Report  The Times of India

Poland invokes Article 4 over multiple airspace violations by Russia - Business StandardPoland invokes Article 4 over multiple airspace violations by Russia  Business Standard

NATO allies close airspace along Russia, Belarus borders after drone incursions - ABC NewsNATO allies close airspace along Russia, Belarus borders after drone incursions  ABC News

End practice of recruiting Indians into Russian military: India to Russia - Odisha TVEnd practice of recruiting Indians into Russian military: India to Russia  Odisha TV

Russia's Lavrov Meets Qatari Counterpart, Calls Israeli Strike On Doha 'Illogical' - News18Russia's Lavrov Meets Qatari Counterpart, Calls Israeli Strike On Doha 'Illogical'  News18

Avoid joining Russian army, fraught with danger: India amid recruitment reports - India TodayAvoid joining Russian army, fraught with danger: India amid recruitment reports  India Today

What Is Russia’s ‘Doomsday Radio’? The Buzzer That Broke Its Silence Before Poland Drone Clash - News18What Is Russia’s ‘Doomsday Radio’? The Buzzer That Broke Its Silence Before Poland Drone Clash  News18

'Fraught with danger': India urges citizens to avoid joining Russian military in war against Ukraine | Latest News India - Hindustan Times'Fraught with danger': India urges citizens to avoid joining Russian military in war against Ukraine | Latest News India  Hindustan Times

Inside NATO’s Scramble to Shoot Down Russia’s All-Night Drone Raid Over Poland | World News - Hindustan TimesInside NATO’s Scramble to Shoot Down Russia’s All-Night Drone Raid Over Poland | World News  Hindustan Times

Poland shoots down Russian drones: Will NATO enter war in Ukraine? - Al JazeeraPoland shoots down Russian drones: Will NATO enter war in Ukraine?  Al Jazeera

Russia's oil and fuel export revenue fell in August, IEA says - The Hindu BusinessLineRussia's oil and fuel export revenue fell in August, IEA says  The Hindu BusinessLine

Russia reopens Krasnodar airport in its south for first time since start of war in Ukraine - Global Banking | Finance | ReviewRussia reopens Krasnodar airport in its south for first time since start of war in Ukraine  Global Banking | Finance | Review

Russia and Belarus war games fuel European fears over Ukraine war - RFIRussia and Belarus war games fuel European fears over Ukraine war  RFI

Russia-Belarus military drills start this week. Here’s what to know - Defense NewsRussia-Belarus military drills start this week. Here’s what to know  Defense News

Hungary and Slovakia under pressure as US and EU target Russia with energy sanctions - Euronews.comHungary and Slovakia under pressure as US and EU target Russia with energy sanctions  Euronews.com

Poland calls emergency UN meeting over drone raid blamed on Russia - RFIPoland calls emergency UN meeting over drone raid blamed on Russia  RFI

Russia’s Nuclear ‘Diplomacy’: From Seizing a Nuclear Facility in Ukraine to Backing Myanmar’s Military Junta - The Diplomat – Asia-Pacific Current Affairs MagazineRussia’s Nuclear ‘Diplomacy’: From Seizing a Nuclear Facility in Ukraine to Backing Myanmar’s Military Junta  The Diplomat – Asia-Pacific Current Affairs Magazine

Should NATO’s east expect more drone attacks ahead of Zapad-2025? - Euronews.comShould NATO’s east expect more drone attacks ahead of Zapad-2025?  Euronews.com

How Russia is grooming Ukraine’s children to fight for it: ‘I understood it wasn’t just play’ - The GuardianHow Russia is grooming Ukraine’s children to fight for it: ‘I understood it wasn’t just play’  The Guardian

‘India, China helping fund Russia’s war in Ukraine': US NATO Ambassador Matthew Whitaker's BIG claim | Watch - Mint‘India, China helping fund Russia’s war in Ukraine': US NATO Ambassador Matthew Whitaker's BIG claim | Watch  Mint

Russian drone incursion into Poland will test Nato resolve - BBCRussian drone incursion into Poland will test Nato resolve  BBC

Stop recruiting Indians into military, release all serving nationals: MEA to Russia - The New Indian ExpressStop recruiting Indians into military, release all serving nationals: MEA to Russia  The New Indian Express

Russian drones targeted Poland's Rzeszow Airport, key aid hub for Ukraine, media reports - The Kyiv IndependentRussian drones targeted Poland's Rzeszow Airport, key aid hub for Ukraine, media reports  The Kyiv Independent

Lutnick urges India to rethink Russian Oil buying and open markets - CNBC TV18Lutnick urges India to rethink Russian Oil buying and open markets  CNBC TV18

Russia Tested NATO in Poland. NATO Flunked. - The AtlanticRussia Tested NATO in Poland. NATO Flunked.  The Atlantic

Russia’s Sakha Faces Heating Crisis Amid Budget Shortfalls - The Moscow TimesRussia’s Sakha Faces Heating Crisis Amid Budget Shortfalls  The Moscow Times

Belgium summons Russian ambassador over drones in Poland - belganewsagency.euBelgium summons Russian ambassador over drones in Poland  belganewsagency.eu

Russians to Vote in Regional Elections the Kremlin Can’t Fully Script - The Moscow TimesRussians to Vote in Regional Elections the Kremlin Can’t Fully Script  The Moscow Times

Poland and Latvia Restrict Airspace Near Russian and Belarusian Borders After Drone Incursion - The Moscow TimesPoland and Latvia Restrict Airspace Near Russian and Belarusian Borders After Drone Incursion  The Moscow Times

Russia is brazenly provoking the west. Putin must be left in no doubt of the consequences - The GuardianRussia is brazenly provoking the west. Putin must be left in no doubt of the consequences  The Guardian

Russia says Israeli strikes on Qatar show its unwillingness to stop humanitarian catastrophe in Gaza - Anadolu AjansiRussia says Israeli strikes on Qatar show its unwillingness to stop humanitarian catastrophe in Gaza  Anadolu Ajansi

Russia Brings Rare Political Unity to Poland - Bloomberg.comRussia Brings Rare Political Unity to Poland  Bloomberg.com

‘Putin is mocking’ Trump, Polish foreign minister says after Russian drone incursion - PBS‘Putin is mocking’ Trump, Polish foreign minister says after Russian drone incursion  PBS

UN to hold emergency meeting on Russian drone incursion, says Poland - Financial TimesUN to hold emergency meeting on Russian drone incursion, says Poland  Financial Times

Ella Baron on escalating tensions between Russia and Poland – cartoon - The GuardianElla Baron on escalating tensions between Russia and Poland – cartoon  The Guardian

Attack on Poland: NATO not ready for grey-zone conflict with Putin - TVP WorldAttack on Poland: NATO not ready for grey-zone conflict with Putin  TVP World

Russian Offensive Campaign Assessment, September 10, 2025 | ISW - Institute for the Study of WarRussian Offensive Campaign Assessment, September 10, 2025 | ISW  Institute for the Study of War

UN to hold emergency meeting on Russia’s drone incursion in Poland - Global NewsUN to hold emergency meeting on Russia’s drone incursion in Poland  Global News

Russian drone incursion in Poland prompts NATO leaders to take stock of bigger threats - AP NewsRussian drone incursion in Poland prompts NATO leaders to take stock of bigger threats  AP News

Poland says it shot down Russian drones after airspace violation - BBCPoland says it shot down Russian drones after airspace violation  BBC

Nato forces shoot down Russian drones over Poland - Financial TimesNato forces shoot down Russian drones over Poland  Financial Times

Opinion | Russia is probing NATO’s resolve - The Washington PostOpinion | Russia is probing NATO’s resolve  The Washington Post

Russian diva condemns Putin’s war on Ukraine in first interview since exile - The Washington PostRussian diva condemns Putin’s war on Ukraine in first interview since exile  The Washington Post

What Russia-Belarus Zapad 2025 Is and How It Echoes Pre-War Drills - UNITED24 MediaWhat Russia-Belarus Zapad 2025 Is and How It Echoes Pre-War Drills  UNITED24 Media

After Russian drones were downed in Poland, what does triggering NATO Article 4 mean? - CNNAfter Russian drones were downed in Poland, what does triggering NATO Article 4 mean?  CNN

Nepal, China, US, Russia & more | Decoding India’s foreign challenges amid geopolitical shifts | Hindustan Times - Hindustan TimesNepal, China, US, Russia & more | Decoding India’s foreign challenges amid geopolitical shifts | Hindustan Times  Hindustan Times

Deceptive Recruitment: Haryana Youth Trapped in Russia-Ukraine Conflict - DevdiscourseDeceptive Recruitment: Haryana Youth Trapped in Russia-Ukraine Conflict  Devdiscourse

6 questions about Russian drones invading Poland’s airspace - politico.eu6 questions about Russian drones invading Poland’s airspace  politico.eu

Emergency meeting of UN Security Council to be convened after Russia violates Polish airspace - TVP WorldEmergency meeting of UN Security Council to be convened after Russia violates Polish airspace  TVP World

India Trade Deal To Be Sorted Out When Russian Oil Purchase Ends: US Commerce Secretary - NDTV ProfitIndia Trade Deal To Be Sorted Out When Russian Oil Purchase Ends: US Commerce Secretary  NDTV Profit

Ukrainian special forces cripple Russian spy ship in Black Sea - TVP WorldUkrainian special forces cripple Russian spy ship in Black Sea  TVP World

Russia says Israeli strikes on Qatar show its unwillingness to stop humanitarian catastrophe in Gaza - Middle East MonitorRussia says Israeli strikes on Qatar show its unwillingness to stop humanitarian catastrophe in Gaza  Middle East Monitor

Poland downs drones in its airspace, becoming first NATO member to fire during war in Ukraine - ReutersPoland downs drones in its airspace, becoming first NATO member to fire during war in Ukraine  Reuters

A Pragmatic Endgame for the Russia-Ukraine War - Foreign PolicyA Pragmatic Endgame for the Russia-Ukraine War  Foreign Policy

Russia's oil and fuel export revenue fell in August, IEA says - ReutersRussia's oil and fuel export revenue fell in August, IEA says  Reuters

Russia tests Nato defences - Financial TimesRussia tests Nato defences  Financial Times

NATO shoots down Russian drones in Polish airspace, accusing Moscow of being ‘absolutely reckless’ - CNNNATO shoots down Russian drones in Polish airspace, accusing Moscow of being ‘absolutely reckless’  CNN

Russia advances in Kupiansk, rejects US push for Zelenskyy-Putin summit - Al JazeeraRussia advances in Kupiansk, rejects US push for Zelenskyy-Putin summit  Al Jazeera

Centre issues urgent alert for Indian citizens, ‘don't join Russian Army… fraught with danger’ - MintCentre issues urgent alert for Indian citizens, ‘don't join Russian Army… fraught with danger’  Mint

Security Guarantees, Strengthening Sanctions Against Russia, and Reinforcing Air Defense: President of Ukraine Met with the President of Finland - ???????? ????????-?????????????? ?????????? ???????Security Guarantees, Strengthening Sanctions Against Russia, and Reinforcing Air Defense: President of Ukraine Met with the President of Finland  ???????? ????????-?????????????? ?????????? ???????