Russia’s “August Curse” Returns?

Russia’s “August Curse” Returns? ????????

For decades, “Black August” — sometimes referred to as Russia’s “August curse” — has been used by journalists as shorthand for the dramatic crises and tragedies that have repeatedly hit Russia toward the end of summer.

From major political and economic shocks to deadly incidents, August has developed an unusually grim reputation in the country’s recent history.

Now, CNN’s Sebastian Shukla looks at why the latest summer is once again being described as a bleak period for Vladimir Putin’s Russia, amid mounting challenges and instability.

Why does August have such a dark reputation in Russia