Russians

The ongoing war is eroding the social contract between Putin and Russians. People are queuing at a gas station in Moscow.

Russians are scheduled to vote from Sept. 18 to 20 to elect 450 members of the Russian Federation’s State Duma. The article describes the uncertainty of whether real elections will occur as an ontological problem similar to the Schrödinger cat paradox.

Ukraine's drone strikes on energy infrastructure have brought war home to 50 million Russians, causing long fuel queues and leading to the deployment of Cossacks to prevent fights.

New data reveals nearly 60% of Russians are exposed to pollution, but many prioritize economic pressures over environmental concerns. The pollution problem is worsening, yet it remains a lower priority for most citizens due to financial challenges.

Russians reacted to a massive Moscow drone attack with social media complaints about air defense failures, airport closures, and disrupted travel. Some pro-war figures downplayed concerns, advising residents not to worry unless artillery shells were nearby.

Putin signed a law enabling Russian courts to seize properties, bank accounts, and assets of Russian citizens abroad for 'administrative offenses' against state interests. The law, effective from Sept. 1, expands existing practices of political repression.

EU countries are demanding stricter visa rules for Russians. Sweden's Migration Minister Johan Forssell emphasized the need to stop Russians from making leisure trips to Europe amid the ongoing conflict in Ukraine.

Thousands of Russians who fled after the invasion of Ukraine have established an enclave in Phuket, Thailand, but their community is marked by an air of impermanence.