Vessel Stepan Arzhakov ran aground in Lena River after being washed ashore due to strong early morning crosswinds.
This vast region has some of the world's greatest rivers, but they could do much more to support the economic regeneration and security of the country.
Lena River fleet cannot sail after abnormal heat causes 2.5 metre water level drop.
Long-held dream for a crossing at Yakutsk gets a boost from China.
Video shows how breeders corral the horses into the water, believing the island grass is more nutritious.
Drivers and passengers escaped their sinking lorries but oil is leaking into the world’s 11th longest river, prompting a local state of emergency.
Two Chinese companies compete to build a permafrost crossing of the Lena River.
Desert-like landscapes replaced full-flowing water deep enough for heavy cargo ships.
The strategic crossing to be built on permafrost in jeopardy due to funds needed for Crimea.
Vital link uniting east and west of the country will realise a long-held dream.