In an exclusive Guardian piece, a former Soviet emigrant delivers a gripping account of their parents’ narrow escape, sparking deep reflection on whether today’s escalating US tensions could drive their own family to leave-igniting a powerful conversation about safety and migration in our modern world
Australia’s 1980 Moscow Olympians, once branded as traitors for standing against the US-led boycott, are now hailed as heroes for their courage and unwavering commitment. Finally, their extraordinary legacy is receiving the honor and admiration it has long earned
Russia is harnessing the powerful legacy of the Soviet Union’s victory over Nazi Germany to ignite a sense of national pride and unity. Through vibrant commemorative events and stirring rhetoric from the Kremlin, a compelling narrative of resilience and strength is being crafted, especially in light of today’s geopolitical challenges.
Oleg Gordievsky, a former KGB officer who famously defected to the UK during the Cold War, has died at the age of 86. His insights and intelligence significantly shifted Western perceptions of Soviet espionage and tactics, marking a pivotal moment in Cold War history.
