Russia Reform Monitor No. 2540
The penalties for failing to fight;
Putin's unwilling recruits;
Helsinki turns a cold shoulder;
A post-mobilization exodus;
...Prompts the Kremlin to shore up Russia's creative class
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Putin’s War is Deepening Russia’s Religious Divide
In his efforts to solve one problem—boosting morale and manpower for his Ukraine campaign—Vladimir Putin has managed to create another.
Russia Reform Monitor No. 2539
Putin plans "Partial Mobilization";
...Fake referendums...;
...And threatens nuclear war...;
...As other officials follow suit;
A warning from Washington
Does Ukraine Mean Vladimir Putin’s Fate Is Sealed?
Putin is making risky moves in Ukraine because they are his best option to buy the time to stay in power.
Russia Reform Monitor No. 2538
Soviet queen of pop turns anti-war activist;
Harsh penalties for Russia's soldiers;
Central Asia closes up shop;
The true impact of sanctions against Russia;
Putin sacks more military brass amid war stumbles