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Fedor Butochnikow

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Russia’s Pipeline To China

The pipeline cracks in Russia’s Asia pivot

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The Geopolitical Economist

Russia’s Romance of War

Unpacking Russia’s strange love affair with death

Jan 12

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Jan 12

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Russia’s Oil on Its Last Legs

Nuanced look at Russia’s crumbling oil empire in Europe

Jan 9

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Jan 9

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Nobody Wants Russia’s Gas

Unbelievable Reduction in Russia’s Gas Deliveries and Its Remaining Revenue as of January 2025

Jan 3

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Jan 3

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Why Even Russia Knows It Can’t Win in Ukraine

Historical parallels and current data suggest an inevitable retreat reminiscent of previous withdrawals from Afghanistan.

Dec 24, 2024

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Dec 24, 2024

Russia’s Economic Meltdown

Russia’s labor grind and the steady erosion of its economy

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Ukraine War

Why Ukraine refuses to surrender to Russia

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Pen2Profit

Honest Tips for Medium Writers

Valuable insights from conversations with fellow writers

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3d ago

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Readers Club

Medium’s WILD Experiment

Why readers slip away and how to win them back

4d ago

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All About M

Medium Stats You Need

Guess how many active Medium writers earn less than $100

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Fedor Butochnikow

Fedor Butochnikow

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I seek meaning in writing—timeless print, contemporary works, insightful politics, and well-crafted editorials, always valuing depth and precision.

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