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Inside the Moscow courtroom where judges have just rejected Vladimir Kara-Murza’s appeal against his 25 year prison sentence. The Kremlin critic was convicted of treason in April.

Inside the Moscow courtroom where judges have just rejected Vladimir Kara-Murza’s appeal against his 25 year prison sentence. The Kremlin critic was convicted of treason in April.

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Just seen (briefly) the arrested US journalist Evan Gershkovich. He’s been brought to a Moscow court for an appeal hearing.

Just seen (briefly) the arrested US journalist Evan Gershkovich. He’s been brought to a Moscow court for an appeal hearing.

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We’re in the Moscow courtroom where Evan Gershkovich is appealing the extension of his pre-trial detention. It’s 12 weeks since the Wall Street Journal reporter was arrested in Russia and charged with espionage. He & his employer vehemently deny the charge.

We’re in the Moscow courtroom where Evan Gershkovich is appealing the extension of his pre-trial detention. It’s 12 weeks since the Wall Street Journal reporter was arrested in Russia and charged with espionage. He & his employer vehemently deny the charge.

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I’m honoured to have received the 2025 Charles Wheeler award in memory of one of the BBC’s greatest foreign correspondents. Thank you to BJR Journalists' Charity University of Westminster and to Shirin and Marina Wheeler. Shirin Wheeler

I’m honoured to have received the 2025 Charles Wheeler award in memory of one of the BBC’s greatest foreign correspondents. Thank you to BJR Journalists' Charity University of Westminster and to Shirin and Marina Wheeler. Shirin Wheeler

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Our BBC Panorama film 'Our Man In Moscow' is now available on YouTube: a year in the life of Russia and the BBC team here. Ben Tavener BBC Panorama

Our BBC Panorama film 'Our Man In Moscow' is now available on YouTube: a year in the life of Russia and the BBC team here. Ben Tavener BBC Panorama

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Books on sale in my local Moscow supermarket. One shelf.

Books on sale in my local Moscow supermarket. One shelf.

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Just seen Oleg Orlov in court. One of Russia's most respected human rights activists is being tried for repeatedly 'discrediting' the Russian armed forces through his criticism of Russia's war in Ukraine.

Just seen Oleg Orlov in court. One of Russia's most respected human rights activists is being tried for repeatedly 'discrediting' the Russian armed forces through his criticism of Russia's war in Ukraine.

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Moscow bookshop.

Moscow bookshop.

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Not one, not two, but three different editions of George Orwell’s 1984 on sale now in my local Moscow supermarket.

Not one, not two, but three different editions of George Orwell’s 1984 on sale now in my local Moscow supermarket.

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Conversation in Moscow: "What hopes do you have for peace?" "None." "What could bring peace closer?" "A miracle." In this extended Reading Russia: a revolution, a war, an election and an exhibition.
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Conversation in Moscow: "What hopes do you have for peace?" "None." "What could bring peace closer?" "A miracle." In this extended Reading Russia: a revolution, a war, an election and an exhibition.

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112,591 views • 4 days ago

“There are political repressions taking place. Now they’ve reached us.” Journalist and Nobel laureate Dmitry Muratov tells me how the Russian authorities have “strangled” Russia’s most prominent independent newspaper. Novaya Gazeta is closing down. #ReadingRussia
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“There are political repressions taking place. Now they’ve reached us.” Journalist and Nobel laureate Dmitry Muratov tells me how the Russian authorities have “strangled” Russia’s most prominent independent newspaper. Novaya Gazeta is closing down. #ReadingRussia

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326,733 views • 11 days ago

After the US midterms, one Russian paper this morning: “The main reason for the Republicans’ failure is clear – and its name is Trump.” Another: “Most voters are tired of Trump’s political shows…tired of being deceived, tired of being told ‘sugar’, but it doesn’t taste any sweeter.’ #ReadingRussia
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After the US midterms, one Russian paper this morning: “The main reason for the Republicans’ failure is clear – and its name is Trump.” Another: “Most voters are tired of Trump’s political shows…tired of being deceived, tired of being told ‘sugar’, but it doesn’t taste any sweeter.’ #ReadingRussia

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182,244 views • 7 days ago

Ahead of US-Russia-Ukraine talks in Abu Dhabi, today's Russian papers are not expecting a breakthrough, while presenting potential discussions on European security as a “victory” for Moscow. Other papers report: ‘real wages’ falling in Russia, but underwear sales rising. #ReadingRussia
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Ahead of US-Russia-Ukraine talks in Abu Dhabi, today's Russian papers are not expecting a breakthrough, while presenting potential discussions on European security as a “victory” for Moscow. Other papers report: ‘real wages’ falling in Russia, but underwear sales rising. #ReadingRussia

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39,837 views • 2 days ago

Putin to Witkoff & Kushner: "You enjoy our full trust. It’s been quite convenient to work with you." Witkoff to Putin: "When we retire we’ll have all these incredible stories & memories and yours will be right at the top of it all." The day the US envoys came to town. Our report from Moscow.
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Putin to Witkoff & Kushner: "You enjoy our full trust. It’s been quite convenient to work with you." Witkoff to Putin: "When we retire we’ll have all these incredible stories & memories and yours will be right at the top of it all." The day the US envoys came to town. Our report from Moscow.

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610,306 views • 2 months ago

“There’s a war on!” I notice the word ‘war’ increasingly in the Russian press, though officially Moscow still refers to its ‘special military operation’ in Ukraine. In today’s papers: enemies, drone attacks & what may become “the longest investment crisis in modern Russian history.” #ReadingRussia
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“There’s a war on!” I notice the word ‘war’ increasingly in the Russian press, though officially Moscow still refers to its ‘special military operation’ in Ukraine. In today’s papers: enemies, drone attacks & what may become “the longest investment crisis in modern Russian history.” #ReadingRussia

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68,493 views • 9 days ago

How is Donald Trump’s criticism of President Zelensky interpreted in Moscow? “Moscow perceives these words as a mandate to continue military pressure,” writes one Russian paper. I ask Muscovites to name one word that’s important to them, & read what Russian schoolkids are taught about “defence of the Motherland.” #ReadingRussia
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How is Donald Trump’s criticism of President Zelensky interpreted in Moscow? “Moscow perceives these words as a mandate to continue military pressure,” writes one Russian paper. I ask Muscovites to name one word that’s important to them, & read what Russian schoolkids are taught about “defence of the Motherland.” #ReadingRussia

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133,094 views • 18 days ago

My first opportunity to ask Vladimir Putin a question since Russia’s full-scale invasion of Ukraine. It came at the end of the BRICS summit in Kazan. Producer Liza
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My first opportunity to ask Vladimir Putin a question since Russia’s full-scale invasion of Ukraine. It came at the end of the BRICS summit in Kazan. Producer Liza

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6,576,721 views • 2 years ago

Donald Trump says the Russian sanctions waiver is to help negotiate peace. But one Russian paper today writes: “We will make a deal with Ukraine entirely on our terms.” Another paper: “Russia’s borders, as we know, do not end anywhere.” #ReadingRussia
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Donald Trump says the Russian sanctions waiver is to help negotiate peace. But one Russian paper today writes: “We will make a deal with Ukraine entirely on our terms.” Another paper: “Russia’s borders, as we know, do not end anywhere.” #ReadingRussia

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150,694 views • 24 days ago

“There are different ways to commit murder. They chose to strangle us,” journalist Dmitry Muratov tells me, after Russia’s most prominent independent newspaper Novaya Gazeta is forced to close. Our report from Moscow. Producer Ben Tavener
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“There are different ways to commit murder. They chose to strangle us,” journalist Dmitry Muratov tells me, after Russia’s most prominent independent newspaper Novaya Gazeta is forced to close. Our report from Moscow. Producer Ben Tavener

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69,887 views • 13 days ago

In today's Russian papers, surprise at the the defeat of Moscow ally Aleksander Vučić in Serbia. One paper: “Russia can expect nothing good from this.” Another: “The results benefit the EU.” But several point out: “The Serbs are dependant on Russian gas.” #ReadingRussia
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In today's Russian papers, surprise at the the defeat of Moscow ally Aleksander Vučić in Serbia. One paper: “Russia can expect nothing good from this.” Another: “The results benefit the EU.” But several point out: “The Serbs are dependant on Russian gas.” #ReadingRussia

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83,735 views • 16 days ago

In today’s Russian papers: reaction to the evacuation from Oleshky, cuts to social spending in Russia (but increased spending on ‘defence’) & why Moscow has its eye on the US midterms. #ReadingRussia
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In today’s Russian papers: reaction to the evacuation from Oleshky, cuts to social spending in Russia (but increased spending on ‘defence’) & why Moscow has its eye on the US midterms. #ReadingRussia

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43,299 views • 10 days ago

“A beautiful deal”, "a rotten fish" and a very long journey back to Russia. My reflections on a dramatic week. And Valentina has sent me a present. #ReadingRussia
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“A beautiful deal”, "a rotten fish" and a very long journey back to Russia. My reflections on a dramatic week. And Valentina has sent me a present. #ReadingRussia

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92,084 views • 25 days ago

One Russian paper today concludes that the war in Ukraine has reached “a fork in the road: either real peace talks on the entire range of issues, or the next level of escalation.” What the Russian press is saying about the prospects for peace. #ReadingRussia
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One Russian paper today concludes that the war in Ukraine has reached “a fork in the road: either real peace talks on the entire range of issues, or the next level of escalation.” What the Russian press is saying about the prospects for peace. #ReadingRussia

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70,560 views • 20 days ago

Today one Russian paper claims “Russia’s military has been given political blank cheque to carry out full demilitarisation & deindustrialisation of Ukraine.” But nothing in the papers from Irkutsk, where there have been reports of a potentially “dangerous infection.” #ReadingRussia
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Today one Russian paper claims “Russia’s military has been given political blank cheque to carry out full demilitarisation & deindustrialisation of Ukraine.” But nothing in the papers from Irkutsk, where there have been reports of a potentially “dangerous infection.” #ReadingRussia

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120,553 views • 1 month ago

“Why have you come here?" "Good question. But I can’t answer it.” I spoke to Russians arriving at a patriotic concert on Red Square. It marked the anniversary of Russia proclaiming the annexation of 4 Ukrainian regions. Camera anton chicherov Producer Liza
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“Why have you come here?" "Good question. But I can’t answer it.” I spoke to Russians arriving at a patriotic concert on Red Square. It marked the anniversary of Russia proclaiming the annexation of 4 Ukrainian regions. Camera anton chicherov Producer Liza

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3,135,289 views • 3 years ago

Steve Witkoff's in St Petersburg to meet President Putin: what are this morning’s Russian newspapers saying about the visit? Plus, an interesting editorial…with a warning for the Russian authorities. #ReadingRussia
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Steve Witkoff's in St Petersburg to meet President Putin: what are this morning’s Russian newspapers saying about the visit? Plus, an interesting editorial…with a warning for the Russian authorities. #ReadingRussia

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66,381 views • 22 days ago

Our latest report from Moscow on the long petrol queues and on attempts to rally Russians around the flag.
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Our latest report from Moscow on the long petrol queues and on attempts to rally Russians around the flag.

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234,913 views • 2 months ago

Today the Kremlin confirmed that CIA director John Ratcliffe held talks in Moscow with Russian intelligence officials, but not with Vladimir Putin. Here's what we know (and what we don't). Producer Ben Tavener
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Today the Kremlin confirmed that CIA director John Ratcliffe held talks in Moscow with Russian intelligence officials, but not with Vladimir Putin. Here's what we know (and what we don't). Producer Ben Tavener

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217,700 views • 2 months ago

"In this building lived and worked journalist Anna Politkovskaya. Killed 7 October 2006"
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"In this building lived and worked journalist Anna Politkovskaya. Killed 7 October 2006"

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99,310 views • 1 month ago