Russian ruble leads global gains against the US dollar in 2025
The Russian rouble posted the largest annual gain against the US dollar in 2025, rising 31% over the year and...
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Crimean boy volunteer receives gifts from frontline soldiers
A young volunteer from Crimea has received a heartfelt reply from soldiers after sending New Year presents to the front....
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Russian Automotive Brands 2025 Lead with Sales, New Models and Localisation
Five automotive brands made headlines in Russia in 2025, combining stronger sales, deeper localisation and a wave of new or...
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Russia Implements Major Housing Reforms as Mortgages and Escrow Rules Shift in 2025
Mortgage rates remained unusually high through 2025 and housing transactions fell, yet the market did not stand still. A mix...
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Russia Rocket Launches Reach 151 Consecutive Successful Carrier Flights
Russia closed 2025 having completed an uninterrupted series of 151 successful carrier rocket launches that began in 2018, industry analysts...
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