Fugitives, Dissidents, and Saints Against the Inhumane Regime
The article reflects on the life and funeral of Russian poet Anna Akhmatova, emphasizing the state's mistreatment of her legacy despite her significant literary contributions.
Missiles in the shadow of the USSR: How Post-Soviet states built their arsenal
The article explores how post-Soviet states developed missile arsenals after the dissolution of the Soviet Union, examining the legacy of military infrastructure left behind.
Uliana Semenova, the kind giant who dominated world basketball, has died
The world of basketball mourns the death of Uliana Semenova, a legendary 2.13m Soviet pivot who won 11 European Cups and left an indelible human legacy after her time in Getafe in 1987-88.
Vulnerable industries and the Soviet legacy: How Russia's air defence is structured, and can Ukraine exhaust it?
The article discusses the perceived weaknesses in Russia's air defence system amidst ongoing Ukrainian drone and missile strikes, contrasting this with the Russian narrative of an 'impenetrable' defence.