Charles Maynes appears in the following:
A Soviet-Era Poem Resonates With Russians Under The Lockdown
Monday, May 04, 2020
A Soviet-era poem about people isolating in their apartments from the harsh realities of communism is resonating with Russians once again.
Health Care Workers In Russia Pay Deadly Price Fighting COVID-19
Friday, May 01, 2020
As coronavirus infections continue to increase in Russia, the virus is taking the lives of Russian health care workers, who complain of a lack protective equipment and political support.
Russian Regions Lack Resources To Deal With The Coronavirus
Thursday, April 23, 2020
The number of coronavirus cases is rising at an alarming rate in Russia, particularly in smaller cities — many of which lack even the basic resources to deal with the crisis.
Russia's Putin Conveys Cautious Optimism About COVID-19 Outbreak
Tuesday, April 21, 2020
Russian President Vladimir Putin says the coronavirus is under control, but while Moscow appears to be stabilized, at least for now, infections are growing outside the capital.
'Slowing Its Spread': Russia's Putin Conveys Cautious COVID-19 Optimism
Monday, April 20, 2020
The Russian president says his country is making progress in its battle against the novel coronavirus, even as the number of Russians infected continues to rise.
Putin Acknowledges That Russia's Coronavirus Outbreak Is Worsening
Tuesday, April 14, 2020
Russian President Vladimir Putin said "everything is under control" early in the coronavirus pandemic. As the number of Russian victims increases, his attitude appears to be changing.
To Avoid New COVID-19 Cases, China Closes Border With Russia
Friday, April 10, 2020
China has closed its land border with Russia and placed a border city on lockdown after an increase in coronavirus infections that it blames on people crossing from Russia.
Moscow Has Most Of Russia's COVID-19 Cases, But Work Stoppages Are Nationwide
Monday, April 06, 2020
Moscow's spike in COVID-19 infections has forced an economic shutdown in far-flung territories where the coronavirus has so far shown minimal bite.
In Russia, Health Services Struggle As Exasperation Grows Over Coronavirus Aid Abroad
Friday, April 03, 2020
Some Russians are miffed at seeing high-profile deliveries of lifesaving gear to other countries when they know their own health services are under-equipped to handle the COVID-19 outbreak.
Moscow To Launch New Surveillance App To Track Residents In Coronavirus Lockdown
Wednesday, April 01, 2020
Muscovites will have their movements followed through a program required on their smartphones. They will also have to carry a new QR code with their personal data.
How The Coronavirus Is Affecting Life And Politics In Russia
Wednesday, March 25, 2020
Russian President Vladimir Putin has acknowledged the impact of the coronavirus, postponing a referendum that could have extended his term in office and ordering Russians not to go to work next week.
U.S. Officials Want Details Into Why An American Was Arrested In Russia
Thursday, January 03, 2019
U.S. Ambassador to Russia Jon Huntsman visited American Paul Whelan on Wednesday at Moscow's Lefortovo prison. Whelan is being held on suspicion of being a spy.
Russia Arrests American On Spying Charges
Monday, December 31, 2018
Russia says it has arrested an American on suspicion of espionage. The arrest comes days after a Russian woman held in the U.S. pleaded guilty to charges of spying.
Russia: White House Says No New Sanctions For Now
Wednesday, April 18, 2018
Russian official media quotes the foreign ministry as confirming that the White House informed the Russian embassy. It follows days of confusion over the matter.
The Curious Case of the Russian Flash Mob at the West Palm Beach Cheesecake Factory
Tuesday, February 20, 2018
When Robert Mueller released his indictment a few days ago, alleging that 13 Russian nationals colluded to disrupt the 2016 elections, we had a lot of questions.
St. Petersburg Subway Train Blast Kills At Least 10
Monday, April 03, 2017
At least two explosions on a subway train in the Russian city of St. Petersburg have left at least 10 people dead, with many others injured.
At Least 500 Demonstrators Arrested In Moscow
Monday, March 27, 2017
Thousands of Russians protested against corruption in what appears to be the largest public demonstrations in the past few years. The crowds gathered to protest government corruption, many calling for Prime Minister Dmitry Medvedev's resignation. The main leader of the anti-corruption movement, Alexei Navalny, was detained.
Thousands Of Russians Take To Streets In Biggest Anti-government Protests In Years
Sunday, March 26, 2017
Thousands turned out in Moscow and other cities in protest, demanding the prime minister's resignation. Police arrested organizer, anti-corruption activist Alexei Navalny.
Russian Lawyer In Corruption Investigation Badly Injured In Fall
Wednesday, March 22, 2017
In a bizarre accident, the lawyer for the family of a dead Russian whistle blower fell from a fourth-floor window. Nikolai Gorokhov suffered severe head injuries in the accident which occurred while movers lifted a bathtub to his apartment. Police deny any evidence of foul play.
The View of America from Moscow
Thursday, February 16, 2017
Americans wake up every day to a new crop of political developments that range from odd to alarming. But how does this all look in Russia?
