From oligarch to "silovarch," Russian magnates who emerged in the post-Soviet era are growing ever closer to the Kremlin. (With STRATFOR interactive chart of the top Russian oligarchs)[more]
The Kremlin's consolidation of power in post-Soviet Russia is entering its final phase, with help from the global financial crisis. (With STRATFOR interactive chart of the top Russian oligarchs) [more]
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