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Russian detention system and practices

SocietyWhy Pre-Trial Detention Conditions Stricter Than Correctional Colonies

Analysis of legal and policy reasons why pre-trial detention centers often have stricter conditions than correctional colonies, examining security concerns, investigative priorities, and the tension with presumption of innocence.

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CareerSalary Disparity Between Moscow and Russian Regions: Key Factors

Explore the main factors causing significant salary disparity between Moscow and other Russian regions. Learn why professionals earn 100,000+ rubles in Moscow vs 20-30 thousand in regional areas.

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SocietyWhy Soviet Patriotic Song Doesn't Reflect Modern Russian Society

Examining why the militant patriotism of Soviet song 'Arise, vast country' doesn't resonate with contemporary Russian society, exploring historical, cultural, and social factors.

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SocietyWhy People Love Russia Despite Internet Censorship

Why Russians stay patriotic despite fears of falling behind and rising internet censorship. Explains Levada polls, the 'sovereign Runet' law, and implications.

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FinanceRussian Banks Accepting SWIFT from Europe & USA

Which Russian banks process incoming SWIFT payments from Europe and USA in 2026? Limited options like Gazprombank, Raiffeisen amid sanctions. Checklist, disconnected banks, and alternatives included.

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SocietyWhy Russians Support Putin and Americans Reject Trump

Compare why many Russians support Putin while many Americans oppose Trump: history, institutions, media, social identity, rally effects and poll evidence.

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SocietyOreshnik MRBM: Likelihood and Indicators of a Strike

Assessing the likelihood Russia would order an Oreshnik MRBM strike on Ukraine: military, political and intelligence indicators to watch and decision drivers.

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