Maxim Semenov is a Russian journalist and political analyst specializing in international relations, the socio-political landscape of the post-Soviet region, and the modern history of Russia and its neighboring states. He has been working in journalism since 2018, contributing to some of Russia’s leading media outlets, including Lenta.ru. His work also includes feature writing and research for special projects supported by the Internet Development Institute.
Semenov’s reporting combines historical context with current geopolitical analysis, with a focus on Russian foreign policy and regional dynamics in Eastern Europe, the Caucasus, and Central Asia. In recognition of his work, he was named one of Russia’s top international journalists under the age of 35 in 2020.
