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How Russia really works — its politics, economy, and society — explained by someone who lived it. I’m Konstantin Samoilov, a Russian-born analyst and host reporting beyond the daily news cycle: on the Kremlin system, elite power struggles, sanctions, the war economy, propaganda, the reality of life for Russians both inside the country and in exile. Serious, human, anti-propaganda coverage of economy, power structure, and society: Daily livestreams with analysis, commentary, and breaking developments Weekly Economic Review every Wednesday Russia: Behind The Headlines stories, explained in context every Friday Everything is independently researched and self-produced. You can support my work here: 🔴 Buy Me a Coffee: buymeacoffee.com/INSIDERUSSIA 🔴 PayPal: paypal.com/donate/?hosted_button_id=T32KCSU8EZTBL 🔴 Patreon: patreon.com/INSIDERUSSIA 🔴 Bitcoin BTC bc1qf9lk50769a234v7e0uuv8m7pjfem79ltd4lwnx Patrons also get my daily selection of the 9 most important Russia news stories.

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I Call Them MATRYOSHKA PEOPLE. They Built Putin’s Russia

I Call Them MATRYOSHKA PEOPLE. They Built Putin’s Russia INSIDE RUSSIA

61.1K views - 1 day ago

I Am Being Targeted. I Will Not Recant.

I Am Being Targeted. I Will Not Recant. INSIDE RUSSIA

166K views - 1 week ago

Russia's Most Dangerous Export Has Arrived | Discussing Putinism With Jonathan Fink

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Russia's Most Dangerous Export Has Arrived | Discussing Putinism With Jonathan Fink INSIDE RUSSIA and Silicon Curtain

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Russia's Economic Collapse Accelerates as Elites Turn Against Putin

Russia's Economic Collapse Accelerates as Elites Turn Against Putin INSIDE RUSSIA

82.7K views - 2 weeks ago

Russia Isn't Slowly Declining. It's Breaking. Putin Is On The Way Out.

Russia Isn't Slowly Declining. It's Breaking. Putin Is On The Way Out. INSIDE RUSSIA

322.6K views - 1 month ago

18 Hours on a Soviet-Era Train: Why Russia's Past Won't Die in 2026

18 Hours on a Soviet-Era Train: Why Russia's Past Won't Die in 2026 INSIDE RUSSIA

68.6K views - 1 month ago

Russia's January Oil Revenues Just CRASHED 50% — Why I'm Betting Big Against the Kremlin

Russia's January Oil Revenues Just CRASHED 50% — Why I'm Betting Big Against the Kremlin INSIDE RUSSIA

71.6K views - 1 month ago

“They Want Our Resources” — Russia’s Biggest Propaganda Myth (Fact-Check LIVE)

“They Want Our Resources” — Russia’s Biggest Propaganda Myth (Fact-Check LIVE) INSIDE RUSSIA

54.5K views - 1 month ago

Russian Hospital vs Australian Hospital: The Difference Is Shocking

Russian Hospital vs Australian Hospital: The Difference Is Shocking INSIDE RUSSIA

119K views - 3 months ago

Russia's Budget Unraveling: Oil Down, Debt Up, Trouble Ahead

Russia's Budget Unraveling: Oil Down, Debt Up, Trouble Ahead INSIDE RUSSIA

103.4K views - 3 months ago

36 Hours to Flee | What Leaving Russia Taught Me About Life

36 Hours to Flee | What Leaving Russia Taught Me About Life INSIDE RUSSIA

83K views - 4 months ago

I Lost Everything in Russia – This Is Why I’m Still on YouTube

I Lost Everything in Russia – This Is Why I’m Still on YouTube INSIDE RUSSIA

95.2K views - 5 months ago

Alexander Dugin Called Me a Coward – Here’s My Answer

Alexander Dugin Called Me a Coward – Here’s My Answer INSIDE RUSSIA

122.1K views - 5 months ago

Why People in Power Keep Having “Accidents” — The Pattern

Why People in Power Keep Having “Accidents” — The Pattern INSIDE RUSSIA

73.1K views - 6 months ago

A Doctor Went Back to Russia. What He Saw Made Him Leave Again

A Doctor Went Back to Russia. What He Saw Made Him Leave Again INSIDE RUSSIA

136.6K views - 7 months ago

MAX MANDATE: Russia's New Messenger - Comply Or Else?

MAX MANDATE: Russia's New Messenger - Comply Or Else? INSIDE RUSSIA

72.5K views - 7 months ago

He Broke Down In Tears At Laser Tag - My Personal Story

He Broke Down In Tears At Laser Tag - My Personal Story INSIDE RUSSIA

50K views - 7 months ago

Countdown to Armageddon: Russia’s Economy by the Numbers

Countdown to Armageddon: Russia’s Economy by the Numbers INSIDE RUSSIA

202.2K views - 7 months ago

2 SECRET REASONS PUTIN IS GOING TO ALASKA!

2 SECRET REASONS PUTIN IS GOING TO ALASKA! INSIDE RUSSIA

164.6K views - 8 months ago

How War Is Changing Russian Lives Right Now!

How War Is Changing Russian Lives Right Now! INSIDE RUSSIA

106.2K views - 8 months ago

Will Russian Billionaires Finally Stand Up Against Putin?

Will Russian Billionaires Finally Stand Up Against Putin? INSIDE RUSSIA

152.3K views - 9 months ago

Russia's Week In Review: Russia’s Only Aircraft Carrier Is Gone What’s Next?

Russia's Week In Review: Russia’s Only Aircraft Carrier Is Gone What’s Next? INSIDE RUSSIA

107K views - 9 months ago

This Woman Is A Perfect Example Why Russia Can't Win In Ukraine

This Woman Is A Perfect Example Why Russia Can't Win In Ukraine INSIDE RUSSIA

268.4K views - 9 months ago

Why Did Russia’s Minister Die Just 4 Hours After Being Fired?

Why Did Russia’s Minister Die Just 4 Hours After Being Fired? INSIDE RUSSIA

128.5K views - 9 months ago

Russia's Economic Update Panic, Chaos And Uncertainty

Russia's Economic Update Panic, Chaos And Uncertainty INSIDE RUSSIA

216.4K views - 9 months ago

I Was Just Demonetized By Google For The Second Time - Twice Now! | Something Strange Is Happening

I Was Just Demonetized By Google For The Second Time - Twice Now! | Something Strange Is Happening INSIDE RUSSIA

86.8K views - 9 months ago

PUTIN'S STOCK MARKET Plan Exposed: He Will Freeze Bank Deposits!

PUTIN'S STOCK MARKET Plan Exposed: He Will Freeze Bank Deposits! INSIDE RUSSIA

169K views - 11 months ago

Private Story From A Russian Banker: Banks Stop Issuing Commercial Loans!

Private Story From A Russian Banker: Banks Stop Issuing Commercial Loans! INSIDE RUSSIA

104K views - 11 months ago

Russia's Second Largest Bank Needs A Bail Out!

Russia's Second Largest Bank Needs A Bail Out! INSIDE RUSSIA

138.7K views - 1 year ago

4 Real Stories That Illustrate Huge Decline Of Russian Economy

4 Real Stories That Illustrate Huge Decline Of Russian Economy INSIDE RUSSIA

219.6K views - 1 year ago

From Wheat to Weapon: How The War Impacts Russian Agriculture

From Wheat to Weapon: How The War Impacts Russian Agriculture INSIDE RUSSIA

163.1K views - 1 year ago

REJECTED By The U.S. Immigration: The Update And The Plans

REJECTED By The U.S. Immigration: The Update And The Plans INSIDE RUSSIA

161.5K views - 1 year ago

LIVING AFTER RUSSIA: Documenting True Stories Of 4 Russian Families Who Escaped Putinism 2 Years Ago

LIVING AFTER RUSSIA: Documenting True Stories Of 4 Russian Families Who Escaped Putinism 2 Years Ago INSIDE RUSSIA

25.7K views - 1 year ago

AFTER RUSSIA: The Real Stories Of Those Who Escaped Putinism - The Trailer

AFTER RUSSIA: The Real Stories Of Those Who Escaped Putinism - The Trailer INSIDE RUSSIA

35.9K views - 1 year ago

White House Meeting Goes WRONG - What Really Happened?

White House Meeting Goes WRONG - What Really Happened? INSIDE RUSSIA

66.1K views - 1 year ago

Why I Stand With Ukraine Against Injustice

Why I Stand With Ukraine Against Injustice INSIDE RUSSIA

52.1K views - 1 year ago

Always Remember Who Is Responsible For The War In Ukraine!

Always Remember Who Is Responsible For The War In Ukraine! INSIDE RUSSIA

59.8K views - 1 year ago

Russia's EPIC Turncoating Showdown Begins!

Russia's EPIC Turncoating Showdown Begins! INSIDE RUSSIA

216.1K views - 1 year ago

Chaos Unleashed Russians Turn on Each Other Amid Rising Rage

Chaos Unleashed Russians Turn on Each Other Amid Rising Rage INSIDE RUSSIA

354.5K views - 1 year ago

Is Russia Heading Back To The Dark Ages With Strong Men Culture?

Is Russia Heading Back To The Dark Ages With Strong Men Culture? INSIDE RUSSIA

106.9K views - 1 year ago

Russians Should Remember THIS When Celebrating The Holiday Season

Russians Should Remember THIS When Celebrating The Holiday Season INSIDE RUSSIA

77K views - 1 year ago

LET'S DRAIN RUSSIA'S BEST BRAINS!

LET'S DRAIN RUSSIA'S BEST BRAINS! INSIDE RUSSIA

66.6K views - 1 year ago

The Time Has Finally Come To Say THANK YOU!

The Time Has Finally Come To Say THANK YOU! INSIDE RUSSIA

85.6K views - 1 year ago

Putin Admits For The First Time That Russian Economy Is In Crisis

Putin Admits For The First Time That Russian Economy Is In Crisis INSIDE RUSSIA

174.5K views - 1 year ago

THE FACE IS RECOVERING! A Health Update, An Apology, A Brief News Update, Some Plans

THE FACE IS RECOVERING! A Health Update, An Apology, A Brief News Update, Some Plans INSIDE RUSSIA

109.4K views - 1 year ago

What's REALLY Behind Russia's New Gas Turbine?

What's REALLY Behind Russia's New Gas Turbine? INSIDE RUSSIA

135.6K views - 1 year ago

FACE PARALYSED! An Update And The Future.

FACE PARALYSED! An Update And The Future. INSIDE RUSSIA

281.5K views - 1 year ago

Russia Is Rocked By A Series Of Explosions

Russia Is Rocked By A Series Of Explosions INSIDE RUSSIA

199.3K views - 1 year ago

One Month Ago My Channel Was Demonetized. These 6 Significant Lessons I Have Learned So Far

One Month Ago My Channel Was Demonetized. These 6 Significant Lessons I Have Learned So Far INSIDE RUSSIA

104.9K views - 1 year ago

Putin's Last Days | And Other World News As Seen From Russia

Putin's Last Days | And Other World News As Seen From Russia INSIDE RUSSIA

322.2K views - 1 year ago

Demonetized! Update And The Future.

Demonetized! Update And The Future. INSIDE RUSSIA

238.7K views - 1 year ago

Putin Is Afraid Of Ukrainian Troops Advancing! The Chief Of General Staff is Replaced With KGB Boss

Putin Is Afraid Of Ukrainian Troops Advancing! The Chief Of General Staff is Replaced With KGB Boss INSIDE RUSSIA

562K views - 1 year ago

Ukrainian Troops Are Pushing Further In Russia | Shock, Chaos And Fail In Russia

Ukrainian Troops Are Pushing Further In Russia | Shock, Chaos And Fail In Russia INSIDE RUSSIA

814.3K views - 1 year ago

Why Are Russian Refugees Feeling Betrayed?

Why Are Russian Refugees Feeling Betrayed? INSIDE RUSSIA

118.9K views - 1 year ago

Problems In Russia Mount | Taxes Rise, Criminals Flood Streets, Forest Fires, Stalin Resurrected

Problems In Russia Mount | Taxes Rise, Criminals Flood Streets, Forest Fires, Stalin Resurrected INSIDE RUSSIA

290.6K views - 1 year ago

BELOUSOV IS RUSSIA'S NEW MINISTER OF DEFENCE | This Is Super Good For Ukraine

BELOUSOV IS RUSSIA'S NEW MINISTER OF DEFENCE | This Is Super Good For Ukraine INSIDE RUSSIA

109.3K views - 1 year ago

RUSSIANS ARE FLOODING! | Infrastructure Is Critically Failing

RUSSIANS ARE FLOODING! | Infrastructure Is Critically Failing INSIDE RUSSIA

121.1K views - 2 years ago

Shocking Differences Between Russian and American Police

Shocking Differences Between Russian and American Police INSIDE RUSSIA

89K views - 2 years ago

Terror In Moscow: KGB's Biggest Fail

Terror In Moscow: KGB's Biggest Fail INSIDE RUSSIA

147.9K views - 2 years ago

ACTS OF CIVIL DISOBEDIENCE COMMITTED ALL OVER RUSSIA | Russian Election 2024 - Day 1

ACTS OF CIVIL DISOBEDIENCE COMMITTED ALL OVER RUSSIA | Russian Election 2024 - Day 1 INSIDE RUSSIA

109.8K views - 2 years ago