June 2009 - Russia Special Weapons News

Moscow hopes Russian-U.S. arms deal on track RIA Novosti 30 Jun 2009 -- Moscow hopes progress will be made during the US president's visit on both on missile defense and strategic arms cuts.
Russian troops prepare for anti-terror drills with China RIA Novosti 30 Jun 2009 -- Russian troops participating in joint Russian-Chinese antiterrorism exercises will arrive in the deployment area by July 14.
Russia to launch U.S. telecoms satellite from Baikonur RIA Novosti 30 Jun 2009 -- Proton-M rocket with a US telecommunications satellite will be launched from the Baikonur space center in Kazakhstan.
Russian deserter Glukhov granted refugee status in Georgia RIA Novosti 30 Jun 2009 -- Russian soldier who deserted unit in S. Ossetia and requested asylum in Georgia has been granted refugee status.
Russian, U.S. MPs discuss bilateral ties ahead of July summit RIA Novosti 29 Jun 2009 -- Members of US House of Representatives in Russia to discuss urgent issues of bilateral relations ahead of President's visit.
Russia to deliver new security proposal in Brussels July 22 RIA Novosti 29 Jun 2009 -- Russia's proposals for a new National Security Strategy is to be presented at NATO headquarters in Brussels on July 22.
Russia resumes Su-24 flights after 10-day suspension RIA Novosti 29 Jun 2009 -- Russia's Air Force has resumed Su-24 Fencer attack aircraft flights after a 10-day suspension following two crashes in mid-June.
Russian military jet crashed due to pilot error - AF RIA Novosti 29 Jun 2009 -- Pilot error has been identified as the cause of a crash involving a Su-24 Fencer tactical bomber in mid-June.
Large-scale military drills start in southern Russia RIA Novosti 29 Jun 2009 -- Large-scale military drills start on Monday in 10 southern subjects of the Russian Federation.
Friction Feeds Fears Of New Russia-Georgia Conflict RFE/RL 29 Jun 2009 -- Kremlin presented its actions as a line in the sand marking the former Soviet republic as part of a resurgent Moscow's sphere of influence.
Russian Activists Concerned Obama May Pursue Pragmatic Policies VOA 29 Jun 2009 -- Kremlin says it is receiving positive signals from Obama administration about the prospects for resetting the relationship.
Moscow condemns Honduran coup, calls for restoration of law RIA Novosti 29 Jun 2009 -- FM spokesman: Russia condemns the coup d'etat in Honduras and calls for the restoration of law and order in the country.
OSCE Ministers Discuss Security RFE/RL 28 Jun 2009 -- FMs from the Organization for Security and Cooperation in Europe to examine a Russian proposal for a "new security architecture" for the continent.
Russia, NATO 'Agree' On Military Cooperation RFE/RL 27 Jun 2009 -- NATO Secretary-General Jaap de Hoop Scheffer says NATO and Russia have agreed to resume military cooperation.
Chairman Sees Opportunity in Struggles Shared with Russia AFPS 27 Jun 2009 -- The United States and Russia’s shared struggles offer great opportunities, the chairman of the Joint Chiefs of Staff said today during an address at Russia’s Military Academy of the General Staff in Moscow.
Mullen Calls for New US-Russian Military Relationship VOA 27 Jun 2009 -- In a speech in Moscow Saturday, the top U.S. military officer called on Russian officers to forge a new defense relationship with the United States to help lead the world to a more stable future. Admiral Mike Mullen spoke to students and teachers at Russia's Academy of the General Staff.
Chairman Encouraged by Talks with Russian Counterpart AFPS 26 Jun 2009 -- The chairman of the Joint Chiefs of Staff said he was pleased with what he described as frank discussions with his Russian counterpart on regional and international security during his first visit to Moscow.
Mullen Welcomes Kyrgyz Base Decision, Talks Missile Defense with Russians VOA 26 Jun 2009 -- Top US military officer welcomed progress toward reversing Kyrgyz decision to end US use of key base.
US, Russian Negotiators Working on New Arms Treaty VOA 26 Jun 2009 -- U.S. President Barack Obama plans to meet with his Russian counterpart Dmitri Medvedev, in Moscow in early July.
Russia, U.S. to sign military cooperation deal during Obama trip RIA Novosti 26 Jun 2009 -- Russian-US military cooperation agreement will be signed during President Obama's visit to Moscow in early July.
Typhoon class submarines to remain in service with Russian Navy RIA Novosti 26 Jun 2009 -- The world's largest Typhoon-class submarines will remain in service with the Russian Navy.
Rosoboronexport, Thales sign cooperation memorandum RIA Novosti 26 Jun 2009 -- State arms exporter Rosoboronexport and Thales Group agreed to market jointly-developed naval equipment internationally.
Russian firm pledges to deliver frigates to India on schedule RIA Novosti 26 Jun 2009 -- Russia will fulfill its obligations on schedule to supply Project 11356 frigates to India by 2012.
Russia to take part in Indian diesel submarine tender RIA Novosti 26 Jun 2009 -- Russia will participate in an expected tender to supply diesel-electric submarines to the Indian navy.
Russia sends another warship to fight piracy off Somali coast RIA Novosti 26 Jun 2009 -- Russia's Pacific Fleet will send a new task force led by a missile destroyer with two helicopters to the Gulf of Aden on June 29.
Russia Offers Help For New Belarus Nuclear Power Plant RFE/RL 26 Jun 2009 -- Russia will help Belarus construct a new nuclear power plant.
Top U.S. military commander to visit Russia on June 25-28 RIA Novosti 25 Jun 2009 -- Chairman of the US Joint Chiefs of Staff will arrive on a three-day working visit to Russia.
Russia, U.S. continue dialogue on strategic arms, missile defense RIA Novosti 25 Jun 2009 -- President Medvedev: Dialogue continuing on linking strategic arms reductions with US missile defense plans.
U.S. transit center in Kyrgyzstan to help fight terror - Medvedev RIA Novosti 25 Jun 2009 -- Creation of US transit center in Kyrgyzstan will contribute to the fight against international terrorism.
NATO expansion 'impossible' in near future - Russian envoy RIA Novosti 25 Jun 2009 -- Further NATO expansion currently impossible and the military alliance is unsure of how to alter the situation.
Anti-piracy operations must be led by UN - Russia's navy chief RIA Novosti 25 Jun 2009 -- Russian Navy supports the idea of conducting international anti-piracy operations in the Gulf of Aden under the UN aegis.
Russia to lay down 2nd Graney class nuclear sub in July RIA Novosti 25 Jun 2009 -- Russia will start construction of a second Project 885 Yasen class nuclear-powered multipurpose attack submarine in July.
Politkovskaya Defendants Ordered To Face New Trial RFE/RL 25 Jun 2009 -- Russia's Supreme Court has overturned the acquittals of defendants in the shooting of journalist Anna Politkovskaya.
Top court overturns not-guilty verdicts in Politkovskaya trial RIA Novosti 25 Jun 2009 -- Russia's Supreme Court overturned not-guilty verdicts for men charged over the 2006 murder of journalist Anna Politkovskaya.
Russian Court Overturns Acquittals in Journalist Trial VOA 25 Jun 2009 -- Russian Supreme Court judge overturned acquittals of men charged with taking part in the murder of journalist Anna Politkovskaya.
WHO chief to visit Russia for swine flu talks RIA Novosti 25 Jun 2009 -- World Health Organization chief Margaret Chan will arrive in Russiafor official talks on A/H1NA pandemic.
Russia Open to Further Nuclear Talks Without North Korea VOA 24 Jun 2009 -- Russia open to further international discussions on N. Korea's nuclear program, despite Pyongyang's withdrawal from 6-party talks.
US, Russia Resume Nuclear Arms talks VOA 24 Jun 2009 -- The United States and Russia have resumed negotiations in Geneva on cutting their nuclear arsenals.
Arms Control Key Issue at Upcoming Moscow Summit VOA 24 Jun 2009 -- Many analysts agree that during the eight years of the Bush administration, U.S.-Russian relations steadily deteriorated.
Construction of 2nd Adm. Gorshkov class frigate to start in 2009 RIA Novosti 24 Jun 2009 -- The construction of a second Admiral Gorshkov class frigate will begin this year in St. Petersburg.
Russia may export up to 40 diesel submarines by 2015 RIA Novosti 24 Jun 2009 -- Russia could sell up to 40 fourth-generation diesel-electric submarines to foreign customers by 2015.
Progress cargo ship to undock from ISS June 30 RIA Novosti 24 Jun 2009 -- Russia's unmanned Progress M-02M cargo spacecraft will undock from the ISS on June 30 and later be dropped into the Pacific.
Moscow hopes N. Korea stops nuclear tests, starts talks - Lavrov RIA Novosti 23 Jun 2009 -- Moscow hopes talks on Korea's nuclear problem will be resumed and is waiting for Pyongyang to stop nuclear tests.
U.S. missile-defense plans hinder nuclear arms deal - Lavrov RIA Novosti 23 Jun 2009 -- Russian FM: Deployment of a planned US missile defense system in Europe would greatly impede arms reductions.
US, Russia Hold Arms Talks in Geneva VOA 23 Jun 2009 -- U.S. and Russian arms negotiators met Tuesday for a third round of talks on replacing the landmark 1991 Strategic Arms Reduction Treaty.
Moscow says European security treaty not aimed against NATO RIA Novosti 23 Jun 2009 -- Moscow's proposal for a new European security treaty is not aimed against NATO or other organizations.
S.Russian republic's leader in serious condition after attack RIA Novosti 23 Jun 2009 -- President of Russia's republic of Ingushetia remains in serious condition after assassination attempt.
Russia backs five-nation talks on North Korea RIA Novosti 22 Jun 2009 -- Moscow supports the idea of five-party talks on North Korea's nuclear problem to determine further steps in dealing with the current crisis.
DPRK's Principled Stand on Nuclear Issue Favored by Russians KCNA 22 Jun 2009 -- Political figures of Russia expressed full support for the DPRK's principled stand on the nuclear issue.
Third round of Russia-U.S. nuclear talks opens in Geneva RIA Novosti 22 Jun 2009 -- Third round of comprehensive Russia-US talks on a new strategic arms reduction pact opened on in Geneva.
Attack On Ingushetia President Latest In Troubling Trend RFE/RL 22 Jun 2009 -- President of Russia's troubled North Caucasus region of Ingushetia is in critical condition after his convoy was hit by an explosion.
Medvedev orders Chechen leader Kadyrov to tighten security RIA Novosti 22 Jun 2009 -- Chechen President ordered to step up security following an assassination attempt on president of neighboring Ingushetia.
Ingush president stable in hospital after bomb attack RIA Novosti 22 Jun 2009 -- President of Russia's southern republic of Ingushetia remains in a serious condition after an assassination attempt.
Ingushetia president injured in assassination attempt RIA Novosti 22 Jun 2009 -- President of Russia's volatile southern republic of Ingushetia seriously injured in an assassination attempt.
Russia's Ingush Republic President Wounded in Bombing VOA 22 Jun 2009 -- President of Russia's republic of Ingushetia has been seriously wounded in what officials say was a suicide bomb attack.
Ingushetia's President Injured In Attack RFE/RL 22 Jun 2009 -- President of Russia's troubled region of Ingushetia, Yunus Bek Yevkurov, has been critically wounded when his convoy was hit by an explosion.
The Yaroslav Mudry: a forerunner of future frigates RIA Novosti 22 Jun 2009 -- On June 19, the escort ship Yaroslav Mudry, a long-awaited addition to the Russian Navy, began its maiden cruise on the Baltic Sea.
Russia buys 12 spy drones from Israel RIA Novosti 22 Jun 2009 -- Russia has bought 12 unmanned aerial vehicles from Israel in a recent deal worth $53 million.
Russia to lease only one nuclear sub to India - official RIA Novosti 22 Jun 2009 -- Russian government official dismissed rumors that Russia planned to lease several nuclear submarines to India.
Russia to sell 1,000 infantry fighting vehicles to Greece RIA Novosti 22 Jun 2009 -- Russia and Greece are finalizing a contract on the delivery of 1,000 BMP-3 infantry fighting vehicles to the Greek army.
Russia respects Iran's election results, ties to continue RIA Novosti 22 Jun 2009 -- Russia respects Iran's presidential election results and will continue to develop mutually beneficial relations with Tehran.
Russia 'to face swine flu wave in November' RIA Novosti 22 Jun 2009 -- Head of the Russian Academy of Sciences' Influenza Research Institute: Russia will face a wave of A/H1N1 influenza cases in November.
Russian Zenit rocket puts Malaysian satellite into orbit RIA Novosti 22 Jun 2009 -- Zenit-3SLB carrier rocket launched from the Baikonur space center put Malaysia's Measat-3a communications satellite into orbit.
Third round of Russia-U.S. nuclear talks set for June 22 RIA Novosti 20 Jun 2009 -- The third round of Russia-U.S. talks on a new nuclear disarmament treaty will start in Geneva on June 22, Russian presidential spokeswoman Natalya Timakova said Saturday.
Medvedev hopes for progress in nuclear talks with U.S. RIA Novosti 20 Jun 2009 -- Russian President Dmitry Medvedev said Saturday he hopes his meeting with U.S. President Barack Obama in July in Moscow will promote a new nuclear disarmament treaty.
Russia monitors N.Korea preparations for missile launch RIA Novosti 19 Jun 2009 -- Russia is monitoring North Korea's preparations for a ballistic missile launch, but does not know when one might take place.
Russia, NATO expect to resume military cooperation - Rogozin RIA Novosti 19 Jun 2009 -- Russia and NATO hope to resume military cooperation after high-level talks in Greece later this month.
Russia's Bulava missile 'will fly' - Navy chief RIA Novosti 19 Jun 2009 -- Russia will carry out the next test of a Bulava sea-launched ballistic missile in late July, and will conduct a total of four or five launches this year.
Russian navy takes delivery of new frigate RIA Novosti 19 Jun 2009 -- Russia's newest frigate, the Yaroslav Mudry, was officially presented to the navy.
Russian Air Force grounds all Su-24s after crash - source RIA Novosti 19 Jun 2009 -- The Russian Air Force halted flights by all Su-24 Fencer attack aircraft following a second crash in three days.
Russia plays down North Korea's threats RIA Novosti 18 Jun 2009 -- Russia believes N. Korea's recent warnings of military strikes and all-out war should not be taken literally.
Next Round of US-Russian Arms Talks Set for June 23 VOA 18 Jun 2009 -- Russia says a third round of talks with the United States on reducing their nuclear arsenals will take place in Geneva on June 23 and 24.
Russia offers to host series of global security meetings in 2010 RIA Novosti 18 Jun 2009 -- Russia proposes hosting a series of security meetings of international alliances during 2010.
Ukraine Demands Russia's FSB Officers Out Of Crimea RFE/RL 18 Jun 2009 -- Russian Federal Security Service (FSB) officers who are working with the Black Sea Fleet must leave Ukraine by December 13.
Russian army brigades in S.Ossetia, Abkhazia to hold drills RIA Novosti 18 Jun 2009 -- Russian army brigades will take part in a large-scale strategic exercise in the Caucasus next month.
Russia's Su-24 Fencer bombers to continue flights despite crash RIA Novosti 18 Jun 2009 -- Flights by Russia's Su-24 Fencer tactical bombers will continue despite a crash in the north of the country.
Russia's Pacific Fleet warships to visit Vietnam on Friday RIA Novosti 18 Jun 2009 -- Naval task force from Russia's Pacific Fleet will pay an official visit to Vietnam from June 19 to 23.
Another Soldier Commits Suicide Near St. Petersburg RFE/RL 18 Jun 2009 -- Another soldier from a military unit near St. Petersburg committed suicide on June 16.
Georgian ex-army officer asks for political asylum in Russia RIA Novosti 18 Jun 2009 -- A Georgian military officer who crossed into Abkhazia in May has asked Russia for political asylum.
Russia, China back resumption of six-party talks on N.Korea RIA Novosti 17 Jun 2009 -- Russia and China are in favor of resuming the six-nation talks on the North Korean nuclear problem.
Russian defense industry on track for arms contract RIA Novosti 17 Jun 2009 -- Russian Defense Ministry has received strategic missiles, aircraft, tanks, spacecraft and other military hardware under contract.
Russian strategic bombers complete Arctic patrol mission RIA Novosti 17 Jun 2009 -- Two Russian Tu-95 Bear strategic bombers have carried out a routine patrol flight over the Arctic.
Russia to cut troops in Abkhazia, S.Ossetia - General Staff RIA Novosti 17 Jun 2009 -- Russia's military is planning to cut the number of troops deployed at military bases in Abkhazia and South Ossetia.
Russia's Black Sea Fleet rules out joint drills with Georgia RIA Novosti 17 Jun 2009 -- Russia's Black Sea Fleet will not take part in any joint naval exercises involving Georgian warships.
Attack plane crashes in north Russia, both pilots survive RIA Novosti 17 Jun 2009 -- A Su-24 all-weather attack aircraft crashed on a runway in the Murmansk Region of north Russia, but both pilots ejected safely.
Russian Ministry Reports 158 Noncombat Deaths RFE/RL 17 Jun 2009 -- The Russian Defense Ministry has announced that there were 27 noncombat deaths of Russian soldiers in May.
SCO Summit: 'Beast Of The East' Appears To Have Lost Its Teeth RFE/RL 16 Jun 2009 -- Any time the leaders of Russia and China meet, it's generally an event that merits global attention.
Shanghai group condemns North Korea's threats RIA Novosti 16 Jun 2009 -- Russia's president: Group considers recent threats made by North Korea to be unacceptable.
Shanghai group backs arms control in Urals summit declaration RIA Novosti 16 Jun 2009 -- Leaders of SCO countries strongly backed efforts to agree to a new Russia-US arms control treaty.
Georgia Slams Russia For Shutting Down UN Mission RFE/RL 16 Jun 2009 -- Tbilisi condemned Russia's decision to veto a UN Security Council resolution aimed at extending the UN Observer Mission in Georgia.
Russian MP blames Georgia for end of UN mission in Abkhazia RIA Novosti 16 Jun 2009 -- Georgia's destructive position was responsible for the withdrawal of the UN mission.
Russia's veto ends UN mission in Georgia, Abkhazia RIA Novosti 16 Jun 2009 -- Russia used its veto to block an extension of the UN observer mission's mandate in Georgia and Abkhazia.
Russia vetoes extension of UN mission in Georgia UN News Centre 16 Jun 2009 -- The Security Council failed to extend the presence of the UN Observer Mission in Georgia after Russia vetoed a technical roll-over.
Russian president orders military talks with Abkhazia, S. Ossetia RIA Novosti 16 Jun 2009 -- Russia's president issued instructions for military cooperation deals to be negotiated with former Georgian republics.
Medvedev endorses deal to extend Russian lease of Kyrgyz airbase RIA Novosti 16 Jun 2009 -- Russian President Dmitry Medvedev has approved draft changes to an agreement with Kyrgyzstan on lease of base.
Russia to send new anti-pirate mission to Gulf of Aden this month RIA Novosti 16 Jun 2009 -- Russia's Pacific Fleet will send a third task force to protect shipping routes from Somali pirate attacks.
New Russian frigate completes sea trials RIA Novosti 16 Jun 2009 -- Russia's newest frigate, the Yaroslav Mudry, has completed sea trials and the official testing procedure will be over in a few days.
Russian Soyuz-ST rocket launch from Kourou space center delayed RIA Novosti 16 Jun 2009 -- Launch of modernized Soyuz-ST carrier rocket from Kourou space center has been put off until the first half of 2010.
Leading Russian senator urges caution over N.Korea sanctions RIA Novosti 15 Jun 2009 -- Speaker of upper chamber of Russian parliament: UNSC should be cautious in imposing sanctions against N. Korea.
Russia Vetoes Extending UN Mission in Georgia VOA 15 Jun 2009 -- Russia used its veto power to block a resolution that would have extended the mandate of the UN Observer Mission in Georgia.
Russia criticizes UN failure to extend Caucasus mission RIA Novosti 15 Jun 2009 -- Russia urges UNSC to extend the UN monitoring mission on the border between Georgia and Abkhazia.
Russia rules out talks with Georgia's 'criminal' regime RIA Novosti 15 Jun 2009 -- Russia: No plans to hold dialogue with Georgia's current regime, but would be ready to resume talks with a new leadership.
Russia's troubled nuclear sub to resume sea trials in late June RIA Novosti 15 Jun 2009 -- Sea trials of the Nerpa nuclear-propelled submarine will resume in late June.
Volume of Russian arms exports in 2009 to exceed $8 bln - Fomin RIA Novosti 15 Jun 2009 -- The volume of Russian arms exports in 2009 will exceed $8 billion.
Medvedev makes sales pitch for Russian warplane RIA Novosti 15 Jun 2009 -- President Dmitry Medvedev: Russia would like to expand sales of such warplanes as the Su-34 throughout the world.
Russia, France discuss military cooperation projects RIA Novosti 15 Jun 2009 -- Russia in talks with France on a joint project to develop a heavy-lift helicopter and sell advanced artillery ammunition.
Turkey to buy Russian Night Hunters RIA Novosti 15 Jun 2009 -- A Turkish military delegation has come to Russia to discuss the possible acquisition of Mi-28 attack helicopters.
Irkut to supply 16 Yak-130 planes to Algeria RIA Novosti 15 Jun 2009 -- Russia's Irkut aircraft building corporation has agreed to supply 16 Yak-130 trainer/light attack jets to Algeria.
Conscript Commits Suicide In Russian Military Unit RFE/RL 15 Jun 2009 -- A Russian Army conscript has committed suicide in a military hospital in the city of Vyborg.
Russian, French companies to sign satellite construction memo RIA Novosti 15 Jun 2009 -- Russia's Information Satellite Systems will sign memorandum of cooperation with France-based Thales Alenia Space.
Belarus calls deals at Moscow security summit 'illegitimate' RIA Novosti 14 Jun 2009 -- Belarus has said the agreements reached at the meeting are illegitimate.
Medvedev criticizes Belarusian leader for pulling out of summit RIA Novosti 14 Jun 2009 -- The Russian president criticized his Belarusian counterpart for refusing to attend a security summit in Moscow.
CSTO leaders sign rapid-reaction force deal without Belarus RIA Novosti 14 Jun 2009 -- Leaders of the CSTO have signed an agreement on creating a joint rapid-reaction force without a signature from Belarus.
Belarus says no CSTO decisions can be taken in its absence RIA Novosti 14 Jun 2009 -- Belarus has said no summit decisions will be valid without its involvement.
CSTO summit prepares documents on rapid-reaction force RIA Novosti 14 Jun 2009 -- FMs from member states of the CSTO prepared at their meeting documents for creating a joint rapid-reaction force.
Post-Soviet security bloc to hold summit, but without Belarus RIA Novosti 14 Jun 2009 -- Summit of the CSTO security bloc will go ahead in Moscow as planned, despite Belarus's withdrawal.
Belarus Boycotts Russian-Led Security Summit VOA 14 Jun 2009 -- Belarus has refused to sign on to Russia's plan to form a NATO-style rapid reaction force that would respond to such disasters as terrorism.
Belarus Leader Snubs Moscow Security Pact Summit RFE/RL 14 Jun 2009 -- Belarus signaled a growing rift with Russia, saying President Alyaksandr Lukashenka would not attend a security summit in Moscow.
New Recruits Flee Russian Army Unit RFE/RL 13 Jun 2009 -- A group of newly drafted recruits have fled their military unit near St. Petersburg.
Russia must prepare for swine flu rise in autumn - chief doctor RIA Novosti 12 Jun 2009 -- Russia has to work now so that it is prepared in the fall to deal with a rise in cases of the H1N1 flu.
Russia's top doctor seeks to calm swine flu pandemic fears RIA Novosti 11 Jun 2009 -- Russia's chief doctor: Flu could be treated as normal seasonal influenza despite the WHO's classification.
Russia will not make its soil available for U.S. missile defenses RIA Novosti 11 Jun 2009 -- Russia will not make its territory available for the deployment of US missile defense elements.
Medvedev backs co-production of Russian arms with other countries RIA Novosti 11 Jun 2009 -- Russian president threw support behind joint development and production of military products with other countries.
Israel limits military ties with Georgia due to 'Russian pressure' RIA Novosti 11 Jun 2009 -- Israel is limiting its cooperation with Georgia on military and technical issues due to pressure from Russia.
UAE has not confirmed Yamadayev death - Russian presidential envoy RIA Novosti 11 Jun 2009 -- Moscow has not received documentation from the United Arab Emirates confirming the death of Sulim Yamadayev.
Report: Russia Knows of North Korean Launch Plans VOA 10 Jun 2009 -- Russia reported to have information on N. Korean plans to launch a ballistic missile, but does not know precise timing of the launch.
Russia says N.Korea ballistic missile launches futile RIA Novosti 10 Jun 2009 -- North Korea will gain nothing from new ballistic missile launches.
Russia's UN envoy says "consensus emerging" on N. Korea RIA Novosti 10 Jun 2009 -- Russia's UN envoy: "consensus" was close following talks on a new resolution on North Korea.
Russia could scrap nuclear arms alongside other nations - Putin RIA Novosti 10 Jun 2009 -- Russian PM: Russia could abandon nuclear weapons if other nuclear powers scrap them.
Russia against unilateral steps in cutting armaments - Lavrov RIA Novosti 10 Jun 2009 -- Russian FM: Impossible for Russia or US to take unilateral steps in the area of nuclear disarmament.
Russia to keep at least 1,500 nuclear warheads RIA Novosti 10 Jun 2009 -- Russia's strategic nuclear forces need at least 1,500 nuclear warheads, and this must be taken into account in new arms deal.
Topol-M, Bulava missiles to be core of Russian nuclear triad RIA Novosti 10 Jun 2009 -- Topol-M and Bulava ballistic missiles will constitute the backbone of Russia's nuclear triad.
Russia to improve missile defense penetration capability by 2016 RIA Novosti 10 Jun 2009 -- Russia plans by 2016 to improve the ability of its range of ballistic missiles to overcome missile defenses.
New arms treaty must exclude weapons in space - Russian general RIA Novosti 10 Jun 2009 -- New strategic arms reduction pact with the United States must prohibit any kinds of offensive weapons in space.
Russians visit Dyess as part of START Treaty AFNS 10 Jun 2009 -- Dyess Air Force Base officials Russian-led team of inspectors as part of a Strategic Arms Reduction Treaty inspection.
Russia's Lada sub trials to be completed in 2009 RIA Novosti 10 Jun 2009 -- The Defense Ministry plans to complete sea trials of a new diesel Lada-class submarine this year.
Medvedev says Russia can help Pakistan fight terrorism RIA Novosti 10 Jun 2009 -- President Dmitry Medvedev: Russia ready to provide Pakistan with assistance in its fight against terrorism.
Russia, Serbia sign deal on removal of spent nuclear fuel RIA Novosti 10 Jun 2009 -- Russia and Serbia signed intergovernmental agreement on the removal of spent nuclear fuel from a Serbian research reactor.
Gates Hopeful of Missile Defense Progress at US-Russia Summit VOA 09 Jun 2009 -- US Defense Secretary Gates: President may find increased interest in cooperation in the effort to defend Europe.
Russia denies Belarus cooperation linked to S.Ossetia, Abkhazia RIA Novosti 09 Jun 2009 -- Russia's FM denied that cooperation with Belarus was linked to the country's recognition of Abkhazia and S. Ossetia.
Russian ships head home after anti-piracy duty off Somali coast RIA Novosti 09 Jun 2009 -- Russia's Pacific Fleet task force heading back to its base after an anti-piracy mission in the Gulf of Aden.
Steinmeier, Lavrov to meet over Iranian nuclear program IRNA 08 Jun 2009 -- German FM Steinmeier to head to Moscow for political talks with his Russian counterpart over Iran's nuclear program.
Russia calls for tighter nonproliferation regime RIA Novosti 05 Jun 2009 -- Russian deputy PM: Russia and US should elaborate "tougher rules of the game" relating to the international nuclear nonproliferation regime.
Moscow concerned by nuclear proliferation - Medvedev RIA Novosti 05 Jun 2009 -- Russian President Medvedev: Intended to discuss nuclear proliferation at his upcoming meeting with US President Obama.
Russia rules out nuclear arms cut while U.S. shield plans unclear RIA Novosti 05 Jun 2009 -- Russia will not cut its nuclear arsenal while the U.S. missile defense plans for Europe remain unclear.
Russia wants to work with UN, NATO against Somali piracy RIA Novosti 05 Jun 2009 -- Russia wants to conduct a unified operation with the UN and cooperate with NATO in the fight against piracy off Somalia.
Russia to deploy 2 armies in Belarus for Zapad military drills RIA Novosti 05 Jun 2009 -- Russia will deploy two full-sized armies in Belarus during large-scale joint military exercises in September.
India, Russia may agree Admiral Gorshkov cost by Aug. - paper RIA Novosti 05 Jun 2009 -- India and Russia could reach a final agreement by end of July oncost of overhauling Admiral Gorshkov aircraft carrier.
ISS astronauts to test new Russian spacesuits RIA Novosti 05 Jun 2009 -- Two astronauts aboard the ISS will conduct a spacewalk to install new equipment and test new Russian-made spacesuits.
Medvedev ready to back sanctions against N.Korea RIA Novosti 04 Jun 2009 -- Russian President Medvedev ready to support economic sanctions to deter North Korea's nuclear program
More Russia-U.S. arms reduction talks due in late June RIA Novosti 04 Jun 2009 -- Third round of comprehensive Russia-US talks on a new strategic arms reductionwill take place in late June in Geneva.
Russian deputy FM urges Georgia to normalize ties with neighbors RIA Novosti 04 Jun 2009 -- Russian deputy FM called on Georgia to "start gradually normalizing relations with neighbors."
Russia increases number of operational Glonass satellites to 17 RIA Novosti 04 Jun 2009 -- Number of operational satellites in Russia's Glonass grouping has been increased to 17 while 3 more remain inactive.
Russian UN envoy says 'no economic embargo' against N. Korea RIA Novosti 03 Jun 2009 -- New UN Security Council resolution will include additional sanctions but will not introduce an economic embargo.
Russia's Lavrov confirms Russia-NATO council meeting in June RIA Novosti 03 Jun 2009 -- Russian FM Lavrov confirmed meeting of the Russia-NATO council at the level of foreign ministers will be held June 27.
Greece could host Russia-NATO meeting in late June RIA Novosti 03 Jun 2009 -- Meeting of the Russia-NATO council at the level of foreign ministers could be held on June 27 on the Greek island of Corfu.
CIS defense ministers define approaches to military cooperation IRNA 03 Jun 2009 -- Defense ministers of the CIS have defined conceptual approaches to the development of military cooperation up to 2015.
CSTO to hold large-scale joint military drills in Aug.-Sept. RIA Novosti 03 Jun 2009 -- CSTO will conduct joint military exercises in August-September in Russia, Kazakhstan and Belarus.
Russia to send trucks, helicopters to Afghanistan RIA Novosti 03 Jun 2009 -- Russia plans to deliver Kamaz trucks and Mi-8 helicopters as part of humanitarian aid to Afghanistan.
Over 40% of Defense Ministry funds go to Navy - Russia's Ivanov RIA Novosti 03 Jun 2009 -- More than 40% of Russian Defense Ministry budget spent on Navy, particularly on development of strategic nuclear forces.
Russian uranium trader, U.S. Exelon sign supplies contract RIA Novosti 03 Jun 2009 -- Russian uranium trader Tekhsnabexport and US firm Exelon signed a contract to supply enriched uranium covering 2014-2020.
Russia says Arctic shelf dispute must be settled by UN RIA Novosti 03 Jun 2009 -- A final decision on conflicting territorial claims on the Arctic seabed must be made by the United Nations.
Russian UN envoy backs 'strong' response to N.Korea nuclear test RIA Novosti 02 Jun 2009 -- The international community should give a "strong" response to North Korea's nuclear test.
Lavrov urges Iran to prove peaceful nature of nuclear program RIA Novosti 02 Jun 2009 -- Russia's FM Lavrov urged Iran to demonstrate to the international community that its nuclear program was peaceful.
Strategic arms deal may be drafted before Obama visit - Kremlin RIA Novosti 02 Jun 2009 -- New draft strategic arms reduction deal may be ready before US President Barack Obama's visit to Moscow.
Kremlin: Progress on Nuclear Deal Could Come Soon VOA 02 Jun 2009 -- Kremlin: Russian and US negotiators could reach a tentative agreement in time for US President Obama's visit to Moscow.
Russian defense industry production up 2.5% in 1Q09 RIA Novosti 02 Jun 2009 -- Russia's defense related sectors increased production by 2.5% in the first quarter, year-on-year.
Russian Navy to commission Nerpa submarine in fall - source RIA Novosti 02 Jun 2009 -- Nuclear submarine involved in a fatal accident will be commissioned by the Russian Navy in the fall.
Russian Navy chief of staff resigns over poor health - source RIA Novosti 02 Jun 2009 -- Admiral Mikhail Abramov, the chief of Russia's Navy Staff, has submitted his resignation citing poor health.
CIS defense ministers to discuss military cooperation up to 2015 IRNA 02 Jun 2009 -- Commonwealth of Independent States Defense ministers will discuss prospects for military cooperation up to 2015.
Russia plans to rotate warships off Somalia coast in July RIA Novosti 02 Jun 2009 -- Commander of Russia's Pacific Fleet issued an order to prepare a new task force for anti-piracy patrols.
Belarus asks for $9bln Russian loan for nuclear plant project RIA Novosti 02 Jun 2009 -- Belarus has asked Russia for a $9 billion loan for the construction of the ex-Soviet republic's first nuclear power plant.
Russia's chief doctor rules out chance of swine flu pandemic RIA Novosti 02 Jun 2009 -- Russia's chief doctor Onishchenko: Swine flu is not aggressive enough to cause a worldwide pandemic.
Russian-U.S. arms reduction talks continue in Geneva RIA Novosti 01 Jun 2009 -- Second round of full-format Russia-US. talks on strategic arms reduction will be held June 1-3 in Geneva.
Only 8 Russian strategic submarines are combat-ready - analyst RIA Novosti 01 Jun 2009 -- Russia's navy has 12 nuclear-powered ballistic missile submarines in service, but only eight of them are combat-capable.
Russia, Israel need common approach on arms exports - Lieberman RIA Novosti 01 Jun 2009 -- Israeli FM Russia and Israel should work out a common approach on arms supplies.
India-Russia to hold naval exercise in Baltic Sea IRNA 01 Jun 2009 -- INS Beas, India's Brahmaputra class missile frigate, will hold joint naval exercises with the Russian navy.

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