St Petersburg

St. Petersburg, a major Russian city, is experiencing the indirect consequences of the war in Ukraine. Recent news highlights the city's vulnerability, with residents reporting the 'smell' of war due to Ukrainian drone strikes on nearby oil facilities like Ust-Luga and Primorsk. These strikes, aimed at diminishing Russia's oil revenue, impact the Baltic Sea region. Furthermore, St. Petersburg, along with Moscow, is facing unexplained mobile internet blackouts, raising concerns about increasing internet censorship and the Kremlin's control over online activity. These disruptions hinder access to information and communication, affecting daily life. Simultaneously, rising food prices across Russia, including in St. Petersburg, are impacting residents' budgets, demonstrating the economic strain caused by the ongoing conflict.