Kommersant

Political leaning and stance

Kommersant is consistently favourable toward Russia and Vladimir Putin, though in a matter-of-fact register: the president is presented as the routine decision-maker and quoted without skepticism, and Russian officials are treated as authoritative sources. The United States is reported neutrally throughout, with quotes and attributions rather than evaluative language. Donald Trump is neutral in some months and respectful, at times admiring, in others, with critical framing appearing mostly through quoted third parties. The positive stance toward Russia is inferred from selection and framing, not explicit praise. The stance is measured from headlines toward countries and persons; it is not a rating of accuracy.

Based on headlines from February 2026 to August 2026.

Who owns Kommersant

Kommersant is a Moscow-based newspaper relaunched in 1990. Its current ownership is not confirmed here.

What Kommersant covers

Coverage is centred on Russia and the United States, followed by Iran, Ukraine, China and the Gulf states. Diplomacy is the largest topic, ahead of military, economy and governance, giving a stronger business flavour than most Russian outlets.