According to Medialogy experts’ July 2025 ranking based on media mentions, Vasily Anokhin’s Telegram channel is one of the most cited channels in Russia, ranking 29th nationally. Anokhin, governor of Smolensk region, frequently shares updates on various topics, with his posts about drones drawing significant attention—some videos receiving around one million views. His Telegram channel has approximately 42,000 subscribers. 

Nearby in the ranking are influential figures like Maria Zakharova, head of the Russian Foreign Ministry’s press service, and Bryansk region governor Alexander Bogomaz. The channel’s high citation rate reflects its importance in Russian media and public discourse, particularly on security and regional developments. 

Anokhin’s active presence and the large audience engagement testify to Telegram’s continuing role as a vital platform for political and official communications in Russia.

source: smoldaily.ru

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