Second Edition
February 23rd, 2024
Привет! Welcome back to our newsletter! Our much awaited 2nd edition is here! If you missed our first one, don't worry, click here to have a look.
Two years ago Russia launched a full-scale invasion of Ukraine. War and its impact are at the forefront of this edition. We write about whether the recently captured city of Avdiivka has strategic significance; the women's movement to bring soldiers back home and whether it can halt the invasion; the fate of Russia's seized assets; Sweden's preparations for war and whether other countries should follow; the consequences of fighting around the Zaporizhzhya Power Plant for the nuclear power generation; the US support to Ukraine and the reasons for its delay; and also about the new owners of Yandex—the largest internet company in Russia.
Yandex has found a way to divide its digital empire. Who will hold sway over this sprawling platform?
As the second year of Ukraine's full-scale invasion unfolded, Yandex reached a pivotal agreement, splitting its operations between Russia and the international arena. Here, I delve into the details of this deal, unveiling the new hierarchy governing Russia's foremost digital platform.