More From Rachel Nielsen
Russians Back President Putin In Face Of Continuing Economic Recession: Inflation High, Retail Down, Oil Prices Low
Russians face a difficult start to 2016 as inflated food prices and stagnant salaries guarantee a challenge to make ends meet.
Dec 17, 2015
On First Anniversary Of Crimea Referendum, Russians Love Vladimir Putin More Than Ever
One year after Crimea, the economy is doing badly and there's a war next door — but Muscovites stand enthusiastically behind the president.
Mar 16, 2015
At Moscow Rally For Slain Boris Nemtsov, Protesters Vow 'We Won't Forget, We Won't Forgive'
Marchers blame Kremlin for the shooting death of the opposition leader.
Mar 01, 2015
In Moscow, Opposition Leaders Prepare For Nemtsov Rally: "The Country Changed Yesterday Night"
Vladimir Putin's opponents, shocked by the murder of Boris Nemtsov, prepare for a major rally Sunday in Moscow.
Feb 28, 2015
Russians Both Shrug and Worry As Ruble Nosedives
Most Russians aren't exposed to the economic woes stemming from the ruble's collapse, but some say they are hit hard.
Dec 16, 2014
Europe Braces For Russia Food Ban, But McDonald's, Mondelez Shrug It Off
Russian supermarkets won't be overflowing with European products for much longer. Yet, at multinationals like McDonald's, Big Macs will thrive.
Aug 13, 2014
