Mir

Mir plays a unique role on the Russian broadcast landscape, positioned as a pan-Eurasian international broadcaster. While it airs a lot of familiar General tv Russia programming, news bulletins that often feel like Kremlin talking points, and serialized dramas that rehash familiar tropes, its distinctiveness comes from its internationalist bent. You'll find coverage dedicated to events in former Soviet republics and Russia's near abroad, which is rare on more domestically focused channels. To watch Mir online is to get a sense of how Moscow views its neighborhood. The channel also programs a fair amount of cultural content, including documentaries on Russian history and arts, and concerts. If you want to understand the Kremlin's narrative regarding its neighbors, Mir live provides a consistent feed. It's not always nuanced, but it's always on.