Russia’s Villages, and Their Way of Life, Are ‘Melting Away’
Contrary to President Vladimir V. Putin’s claims of population growth, rural areas — long considered the wellspring of Russian culture and identity — are dying. [Source]
Publication Date:Origin: nytimes.com
Category: Russia
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Source: https://www.nytimes.com/2017/07/29/world/europe/russia-population-changes.html?partner=rss&emc=rss