September 2009 - Russia Special Weapons News

Russia's missile-defense proposals still stand - Kremlin RIA Novosti 30 Sep 2009 -- Russia's missile-defense proposals, including the joint use of its radar facilities, are still on the table.
PACE urges Russia to allow EU monitors into Abkhazia, S.Ossetia RIA Novosti 30 Sep 2009 -- PACE: Russia should give EU monitors unrestricted access to Abkhazia and S. Ossetia before the end of the year.
Russia to continue cooperation with Abkhazia - Medvedev RIA Novosti 30 Sep 2009 -- Medvedev: Moscow will continue its cooperation in the development of the former Georgian republic of Abkhazia.
Russia officials welcome EU war report, dismiss criticism RIA Novosti 30 Sep 2009 -- Russian officials and politicians welcomed the EU-commissioned report on the Russia-Georgia war last August.
EU Report On 2008 War Tilts Against Georgia RFE/RL 30 Sep 2009 -- An international report into the causes of the Russian-Georgian war in August 2008 accuses Georgia of starting the hostilities.
EU Report Faults Georgia, Russia in 5-day War VOA 30 Sep 2009 -- EU report has concluded that both Georgia and Russia bear responsibility for last year's bloody five-day conflict.
European report blames start of S.Ossetia conflict on Georgia RIA Novosti 30 Sep 2009 -- August 2008 war between Russia and Georgia was started by Tbilisi's unjustified military attack on South Ossetia.
EU war report says Georgia initiated conflict - Russian envoy RIA Novosti 30 Sep 2009 -- EU-commissioned report on the Russia-Georgia war in August 2008 has put the blame on Tbilisi for starting the conflict.
Moldova demands pullout of Russian peacekeepers from Transdnestr RIA Novosti 30 Sep 2009 -- New Moldovan government will demand the withdrawal of Russian peacekeepers from its breakaway region of Transdnestr.
Moldova's admission to NATO can harm ties with Moscow - expert RIA Novosti 30 Sep 2009 -- Moldova's accession to NATO is unnecessary and could dramatically worsen its relations with Russia.
U.S. 5th-generation fighters shadow Russian bombers on patrol mission RIA Novosti 30 Sep 2009 -- Two Russian Tu-95 Bear strategic bombers were shadowed by U.S. fifth-generation fighters.
Russia prevents smuggling of warplane parts to Syria RIA Novosti 30 Sep 2009 -- Customs officers have prevented an attempt to smuggle components for a MiG-29 Fulcrum fighter aircraft to Syria.
Russia tests Indian fighter jets on board its aircraft carrier RIA Novosti 30 Sep 2009 -- Russia's MiG aircraft maker successfully tested on board the Admiral Kuznetsov aircraft carrier 4 MiG-29 carrier-based fighter jets due to be delivered to India.
Russia to dismantle 191 nuclear submarines by late 2010 RIA Novosti 29 Sep 2009 -- Russia will by late 2010 dismantle 191 out of 198 nuclear submarines decommissioned from the Russian Navy.
U.S. could deploy missile shield in Arctic - Russia's NATO envoy RIA Novosti 29 Sep 2009 -- US missile defense program becoming less predictable with elements deployed in the Arctic as worst-case scenario.
Russian-NATO joint missile-defense viable option - envoy RIA Novosti 29 Sep 2009 -- Moscow believes it would be possible to establish a missile-defense system jointly with NATO.
EU-Sponsored Report To Split Blame For Russian-Georgia War RFE/RL 29 Sep 2009 -- A long-awaited report on the causes of the five-day war between Russia and Georgia in August 2008 will split the blame between the two sides.
Russia retains PACE voting rights despite Georgia motion RIA Novosti 29 Sep 2009 -- A PACE commission decided on Tuesday not to adopt a Georgian motion to strip Russia of its voting rights in the organization, the Russian delegation head said.
Medvedev says Russia-Belarus war games strengthen ties RIA Novosti 29 Sep 2009 -- Russia's president hailed joint military drills with Belarus, saying they proved the two ex-Soviet states remained allies.
Russian president attends joint military drills in Belarus RIA Novosti 29 Sep 2009 -- Russian President Medvedev arrived in Belarus to inspect the final stage of the Zapad 2009 joint military drills.
Human error cause of midair jet crash - source RIA Novosti 29 Sep 2009 -- Human error was to blame for a midair collision of two Russian Air Force jets during aerobatic maneuvers near Moscow on August 16.
Swine flu cases confirmed in Russia's Kaliningrad RIA Novosti 29 Sep 2009 -- Nine pupils in Russia's Baltic exclave of Kaliningrad were confirmed as suffering from swine flu.
Medvedev pledges to recreate strong Navy in 10 years RIA Novosti 28 Sep 2009 -- President Dmitry Medvedev: Russia will recreate a powerful Navy in the next ten years.
Russia-Belarus military drills 'defensive' - Medvedev RIA Novosti 28 Sep 2009 -- Large-scale joint military exercises being held by Russian and Belarus are not aimed at anyone and are purely of a defense nature.
Russian bombers test high-precision weaponry during drills RIA Novosti 28 Sep 2009 -- Russian strategic and tactical bombers have successfully conducted live-firing drills at a practice range in Belarus.
Russian navy to rehearse landing, coast defense operations RIA Novosti 28 Sep 2009 -- Russian Navy landing craft will join the final stage of a Russian-Belarusian defense exercise, code-named Zapad 2009.
Russia to seek stake in Bulgarian nuclear power plant RIA Novosti 28 Sep 2009 -- Russia will seek a stake in the Belene nuclear power plant being built in Bulgaria.
Swine flu peak is yet to come - expert RIA Novosti 28 Sep 2009 -- Interviews with Dr. Lobova, Ph.D. (Medicine), Academic Secretary of North-West Department of the Russian Academy of Medical Sciences.
Russia's last analogue space freighter 'buried' in Pacific RIA Novosti 28 Sep 2009 -- Russia's last cargo spaceship with an analogue control system plunged into a "spaceship cemetery" in the Pacific.
Swine flu cases in Russia hit 457 - top sanitary official RIA Novosti 27 Sep 2009 -- The number of people diagnosed with the swine flu in Russia has risen to 457.
Russian space freighter to be 'buried' in Pacific RIA Novosti 27 Sep 2009 -- Russia's last space freighter with an analogue control system will reenter the Earth's atmosphere on Sunday.
Medvedev decides against Iskander missiles in Kaliningrad RIA Novosti 26 Sep 2009 -- Russian President Medvedev: Decided against deploying Iskander missiles in Russia's Kaliningrad Region.
Russia, U.S. to jointly prepare for 2010 nuclear security summit RIA Novosti 26 Sep 2009 -- Russia and the US have agreed to jointly participate in the preparation of the nuclear security summit in 2010.
Obama ready to work with Russia on nuclear non-proliferation RIA Novosti 26 Sep 2009 -- President Obama: US and Russia will work together on preventing the proliferation of nuclear weapons.
Moscow reiterates readiness for equal-basis cooperation with NATO RIA Novosti 26 Sep 2009 -- The Russian foreign minister said on Saturday that Moscow is still ready to cooperate with NATO, but only on equal-rights basis.
Lavrov, Abbas discuss Moscow Mideast conference plans RIA Novosti 26 Sep 2009 -- Russia's FM has held discussions with the Palestinian leader in New York on plans for holding a Mideast peace conference in Moscow.
Revision of U.S. missile shield plans not "pro-Russian" - Medvedev RIA Novosti 25 Sep 2009 -- Revision of US missile shield plans was not made as a concession to Russia.
Russia for good relations with Georgia without Saakashvili - Medvedev RIA Novosti 25 Sep 2009 -- Russian President Medvedev: Moscow will build good and friendly relations with Georgia.
Deterioration in Russian-Ukrainian ties not 'fatal' - Medvedev RIA Novosti 25 Sep 2009 -- Russian President Medvedev: There has been a deterioration in Russian-Ukrainian relations.
Technical flaw delays Glonass satellite launch by month RIA Novosti 25 Sep 2009 -- Launch of 3 Glonass navigation satellites has been moved back by at least a month due to a technical defect.
UN Adopts Resolution on Nuclear Weapons VOA 24 Sep 2009 -- UN Security Council has unanimously approved a resolution to increase efforts to eventually rid the world of nuclear weapons.
Resolution 1887, Historic Summit of Security Council Pledges Support for Progress on Stalled Efforts to End Nuclear Weapons Proliferation UN Security Council 24 Sep 2009
Russia, U.S. to slash nuclear delivery vehicles - Medvedev RIA Novosti 24 Sep 2009 -- Russia and the US are discussing the possibility of slashing the number of nuclear weapon delivery vehicles by 3 times.
Russia, U.S. could prepare arms reduction deal in time - Medvedev RIA Novosti 24 Sep 2009 -- A new Russian-U.S. strategic arms reduction treaty is likely to be ready before the current pact expires.
Russia ready to cooperate on missile defense with U.S. - Medvedev RIA Novosti 24 Sep 2009 -- Russian President Dmitry: Russia ready to continue missile defense cooperation with the U.S. and Europe.
Russian Air Force to rehearse robotic strikes in defense exercise RIA Novosti 24 Sep 2009 -- Russian Air Force units will rehearse air strikes with automated target acquisition, command and control systems.
Russia removed from WHO swine flu death list RIA Novosti 24 Sep 2009 -- WHO removed Russia from its list of countries with swine flu fatalities, saying that Russia was mistakenly included.
Moscow objects to inclusion in WHO list of A/H1N1 deaths RIA Novosti 24 Sep 2009 -- Russia's Health Ministry: Inclusion in WHO's list of countries with swine flu fatalities was based on unverified information.
Obama Set To Bring Nonproliferation Case To UN RFE/RL 23 Sep 2009 -- Barack Obama plans to use opportunity to bring resolution advancing his goal of a world free of nuclear weapons.
UN chief says Russia-U.S. arms deal key for nuke-free world RIA Novosti 23 Sep 2009 -- UNSG Ban: Commitments made by US and Russia "extremely important" to achieve a world free of nuclear arms.
Russia concludes third stage of Nerpa sub trials in Far East RIA Novosti 23 Sep 2009 -- Russia's Nerpa nuclear attack submarine successfully completed the third stage of sea trials.
Russian general dismisses abuse of office allegations RIA Novosti 23 Sep 2009 -- Top Russian military official denied media allegations of abuse of office as part of a smear campaign against him.
Russian military probes media reports on Airborne Troops chief RIA Novosti 23 Sep 2009 -- Official probe ordered into reports alleging the involvement of the Airborne Troops commander in criminal activities.
Japanese PM wants to resolve territorial dispute with Russia RIA Novosti 23 Sep 2009 -- Japanese PM Hatoyama told Russian President he wants to resolve territorial dispute and conclude a peace agreement.
Russia Navy frigate to provide security for Arctic Sea vessel RIA Novosti 23 Sep 2009 -- The Russian Navy's Ladny frigate will provide security for the Arctic Sea vessel until it is handed over to its owners.
Russia's state defense order to rise 8% to $36 bln in 2010 - Ivanov RIA Novosti 22 Sep 2009 -- Russia's state defense order will rise 8% in 2010 year-on-year to 1.1 trillion rubles.
Georgia accuses Russia of ignoring legal norms at sea RIA Novosti 22 Sep 2009 -- Georgia accused Russia of ignoring international law over Russia's deployment in Abkhazian waters.
Russia makes 'landmark' uranium shipment to U.S. RIA Novosti 22 Sep 2009 -- A batch of low-enriched uranium was shipped to the U, bringing to 11,000 tons the total exported under a 1993 bilateral agreement.
Proton launch delayed due to problem with Glonass satellite RIA Novosti 22 Sep 2009 -- Russia's launch of a Proton-M carrier rocket delayed due to a problem with one of Glonass-M satellites.
Russian sample mission to Martian moon delayed until 2011 RIA Novosti 22 Sep 2009 -- Launch of the Russian mission to Mars' moon delayed until 2011.
Russia, U.S. continue strategic arms reduction dialogue RIA Novosti 21 Sep 2009 -- The sixth round of talks on a new nuclear arms reduction deal between Russia and the U.S. opens on Monday in Geneva.
Russian gen. says global missile shield could eliminate nuke threat RIA Novosti 21 Sep 2009 -- Missile defense system developed jointly by world's leading powers could eliminate the threat of nuclear strikes.
Russia insists on involvement in any international missile shield RIA Novosti 21 Sep 2009 -- Russia will not settle for any new missile defense system unless it has a role in it.
Russia, U.S. could develop joint missile defense against Iran RIA Novosti 21 Sep 2009 -- Russia and the US could take up the issue of deploying a joint missile defense system in Europe.
Russian analyst plays down fears over new U.S. anti-missile plan RIA Novosti 21 Sep 2009 -- Senior Russian expert played down concerns that new missile defense initiative could prove more dangerous.
Russia's legendary Kalashnikov producer faces bankruptcy RIA Novosti 21 Sep 2009 -- An arbitration court has accepted a bankruptcy suit against the producer of Russia's famed Kalashnikov assault rifles.
Russian patrol boat starts mission off Abkhazia coast RIA Novosti 21 Sep 2009 -- First Russian patrol boat has arrived in Abkhazia to protect the maritime borders of the former Georgian republic.
Russia thanks Switzerland for mediation role with Georgia RIA Novosti 21 Sep 2009 -- Russian President Medvedev expressed his gratitude to Switzerland for its role in mediating between Moscow and Tbilisi.
Russian, Chinese warships escort 23-vessel convoy off Somalia RIA Novosti 21 Sep 2009 -- Russian and Chinese warships have completed a joint anti-piracy exercise which involved escorting a convoy.
Health ministry denies reports of Russia's first swine flu death RIA Novosti 21 Sep 2009 -- Russia's health ministry denied reports of Russia's first swine flu fatality, saying the cause of death was pneumonia.
Russian space freighter Progress M-67 undocks from ISS RIA Novosti 21 Sep 2009 -- Russia's Progress M-67 cargo spacecraft successfully undocked from the ISS.
Russian space freighter Progress M-67 to undock from ISS RIA Novosti 21 Sep 2009 -- Russia's Progress M-67 cargo spacecraft will undock from the ISS to become a temporary space lab.
Effects Of 'Peaceful' Nuclear Tests Felt Decades Later RFE/RL 21 Sep 2009 -- During the Cold War, the US and Soviet Union each explored the possibility of using nuclear explosions for "peaceful" purposes.
Russia, U.S. likely to agree on arms reduction deal by yearend RIA Novosti 20 Sep 2009 -- Russian President Medvedev: Chances to reach agreements with the US "high enough."
U.S. missile defense reversal no concession to Russia - Gates RIA Novosti 20 Sep 2009 -- Gates: US President's proposed shift in America's missile-defense plans in Europe is no concession to Russia.
US Defense Chief Defends New Missile Program VOA 20 Sep 2009 -- US Defense Secretary Gates is dismissing criticism of a new missile-defense plan for Europe.
U.S. missile defense plan change made Russia "less paranoid" - Obama RIA Novosti 20 Sep 2009 -- US President Obama praised Russia's readiness for deeper missile defense cooperation.
Russian President Says Israel Not Planning to Strike Iran VOA 20 Sep 2009 -- Russian President Dmitri Medvedev says Israeli officials have assured him that they are not planning a military strike on Iran.
Israel won't strike Iran - Russia's Medvedev RIA Novosti 20 Sep 2009 -- Israel will not strike Iran, Russian President Dmitry Medvedev said.
Russia to continue its support for South Ossetia - Medvedev RIA Novosti 20 Sep 2009 -- Russia will continue to give its full support to the former Georgian republic of South Ossetia.
Russia scraps plans for missiles near Poland - defense official RIA Novosti 19 Sep 2009 -- The Defense Ministry confirmed Russia set to scrap plans to deploy missiles near Poland.
Russia Scraps Missile Deployment After Obama Cancels Missile Shield VOA 19 Sep 2009 -- Russia has scrapped plans to deploy missiles in a region near Poland.
Russian defense min. confirms talks on purchase of French warship RIA Novosti 19 Sep 2009 -- A senior Russian military official confirmedcountry's Defense Ministry was in talks to buy a Mistral class ship.
Ukraine's ex-PM proposes finishing missile cruiser with Russia RIA Novosti 19 Sep 2009 -- Ukraine's former premier proposed finishing the construction of a missile cruiser stalled for almost 15 years.
NATO's Rasmussen Makes Warm Overture To Russia RFE/RL 18 Sep 2009 -- Head of the NATO military alliance called for a new partnership with Russia.
The Politics Of Missile Defense: What Does The New Obama Approach Mean? RFE/RL 18 Sep 2009 -- Ronald Reagan aimed to base his Star Wars missile defense system in space.
Russia could scrap Baltic missile plans following U.S. move RIA Novosti 18 Sep 2009 -- Russia could abandon plans to deploy tactical missiles in response to the US decision to drop its missile shield plans.
Russian NATO envoy skeptical about new U.S missile shield plans RIA Novosti 18 Sep 2009 -- Russia's NATO envoy has cautioned against "childish euphoria" over decision to scrap plans for a missile shield.
Putin Lauds Obama for Scrapping Missile Defense System in Europe VOA 18 Sep 2009 -- Russian PM Putin: US President Obama's decision to scrap plans for a missile defense system is "correct and brave."
Moscow praises NATO's proposal to link missile defense systems RIA Novosti 18 Sep 2009 -- Linking the US, NATO and Russia missile-defense systems is a feasible proposal.
NATO seeks missile-defense cooperation with Russia RIA Novosti 18 Sep 2009 -- NATO secretary general: Russia and NATO should pool their expertise and work together on missile defense.
NATO Chief Proposes Closer Ties With Russian Defense VOA 18 Sep 2009 -- NATO's new secretary-general called on the alliance to forge closer defense ties with Moscow.
Poland, Czech Republic top list for missile shield - Clinton RIA Novosti 18 Sep 2009 -- US Secretary of State Clinton: Poland and the Czech Republic would remain key candidates to host defense shield.
U.S. adopts four-phase plan for missile shield in Europe RIA Novosti 18 Sep 2009 -- US has not fully abandoned plans to deploy elements of its global missile defense in Europe.
Russia says Georgia still seeks to regain ex-republics by force RIA Novosti 18 Sep 2009 -- Tbilisi is still counting on using force to regain control over its former republics of Abkhazia and South Ossetia.
Russia opens criminal case over MiG fighters returned by Algeria RIA Novosti 18 Sep 2009 -- Criminal charges against management of company accused of providing low-quality equipment for rejected fighters.
Russia to complete overhaul of 63 Indian fighter jets in 2013 RIA Novosti 18 Sep 2009 -- Russia will finish upgrading MiG-29 fighters in service with the Indian air force in 2013.
Russian fighter jets for Indian tender to have new radar RIA Novosti 18 Sep 2009 -- Russia's Phazotron NIIR corporation developed a new-generation airborne radar for jets which participate in Indian tender.
Russia, China conduct anti-piracy exercises in Gulf of Aden RIA Novosti 18 Sep 2009 -- Russian and Chinese warships have begun live firing drills in the Gulf of Aden as part of anti-piracy exercises.
China, Russia to hold anti-piracy naval drills off Somali coast RIA Novosti 18 Sep 2009 -- Chinese and Russian naval task forces on an anti-piracy mission will hold joint exercises on September 18.
Russia to help Cuba modernize weaponry, train military RIA Novosti 18 Sep 2009 -- Modernization of the Soviet-made military equipment and training of Cuban military personnel will be the focus of ooperation.
Russia, Belarus begin joint anti-aircraft defense exercises RIA Novosti 18 Sep 2009 -- First phase of joint Russian-Belarusian military exercises began with the involvement of aircraft and 12,600 military personnel.
Russia launches carrier rocket with Canadian telecoms satellite RIA Novosti 18 Sep 2009 -- Russia has launched a Proton-M heavy carrier rocket with the Nimiq 5 telecommunications satellite.
Medvedev praises Obama's move on Europe missile shield RIA Novosti 17 Sep 2009 -- Russian President Medvedev: Russia valued US decision to scrap plans for a missile shield in Central Europe.
Russia, U.S. signed no anti-missile deals - Foreign Ministry RIA Novosti 17 Sep 2009 -- Reports that the US could have changed its missile plans for Central Europe in exchange for deal with Russia "guesswork."
Russia missile defense cooperation possible in Europe - analyst RIA Novosti 17 Sep 2009 -- Former senior CIA analyst: Russian cooperation on missile defense in Europe possible now.
Russia politicians, analysts welcome U.S. missile shield move RIA Novosti 17 Sep 2009 -- Russian analysts and politicians welcomed reports that Washington intends to scrap missile defense plans.
Russia welcomes U.S. move to scrap missile plans for Europe RIA Novosti 17 Sep 2009 -- Russia welcomes reports of a US decision to abandon its missile defense plans for Central Europe.
Obama, Medvedev to Review Progress on Treaty to Replace START I VOA 17 Sep 2009 -- US President Barack and Russian counterpart expected to review progress this month on a follow-on treaty to START I.
Moscow calls on PACE to see sense over Georgia RIA Novosti 17 Sep 2009 -- Russia hopes PACE will not remove Russia's voting rights over its recognition of South Ossetia and Abkhazia.
PACE could deprive Russia of voting rights over South Ossetia RIA Novosti 17 Sep 2009 -- PACE will discuss depriving Russia of its voting rights over last year's events in South Ossetia at its autumn session.
Russia's Lavrov to meet new NATO chief in New York RIA Novosti 17 Sep 2009 -- Russia's FM will hold meeting with the new head of NATO during the United Nations General Assembly session in New York.
NATO Sec. Gen. Rasmussen to meet with Russian envoy Rogozin RIA Novosti 17 Sep 2009 -- NATO Secretary General Rasmussen and Russian envoy Rogozin will hold an extraordinary meeting.
Tajikistan denies asking Russia to pay $300 mln in base rent RIA Novosti 17 Sep 2009 -- Tajik Defense Ministry denied asking Russia to pay $300 million in rent for a military base stationed on its territory.
Russia launches Soyuz rocket with Meteor-M weather satellite RIA Novosti 17 Sep 2009 -- Russia has launched a new meteorological satellite on board a Soyuz 2.1b carrier rocket.
Serbia-Russia partnership on nuclear waste will hasten development, UN says UN News Centre 16 Sep 2009 -- Serbia will send its nuclear waste for reprocessing and disposal to Russia.
Russia Counters Criticism over World War II Role VOA 17 Sep 2009 -- Debate underway in Russia over the role the Soviet Union played in the events leading up to the outbreak of the war.
Report Lists Russia, China As Top US Concerns RFE/RL 16 Sep 2009 -- New report says Russia, China, Iran, and North Korea pose the greatest challenges to US national interests.
Russia could challenge U.S. interests - intelligence report RIA Novosti 16 Sep 2009 -- Russia is among the countries that could challenge US interests, according to US 2009 National Intelligence Strategy.
Russia set to finish development of new air defense system RIA Novosti 16 Sep 2009 -- Russia's advanced S-500 air defense system could be developed in the next few years.
Russia to equip four Indian subs with new cruise missiles RIA Novosti 16 Sep 2009 -- Zvezdochka shipyard will install Club-S cruise missile systems on 4 Kilo subs in service with the Indian navy.
CIS members to discuss development of joint air defense network RIA Novosti 16 Sep 2009 -- Members of the CIS will meet to discuss the development of the CIS integrated air defense network.
Russian academic expects better relations with Japan under new PM RIA Novosti 16 Sep 2009 -- Russia's relations with Japan are likely to improve under the country's new prime minister.
Russia delays launch of weather satellite indefinitely - source RIA Novosti 16 Sep 2009 -- Launch of new meteorological satellite has been postponed indefinitely due to technical glitches.
Delayed launch of Russian weather satellite scheduled for Wed. RIA Novosti 16 Sep 2009 -- Russia will launch a new meteorological satellite on Wednesday after the previous launch was delayed.
Medvedev sees no alternative to UN RIA Novosti 15 Sep 2009 -- Russian President Medvedev: Efforts to find an alternative to the UN are "dangerous" and called the European security system insufficient.
Medvedev says no taboos in Russia-U.S. dialogue RIA Novosti 15 Sep 2009 -- Moscow is ready to discuss any issues with the US, even those on which they strongly disagree, the Russian president said.
Russian President Leaves Open Possibility for Iran Sanctions VOA 15 Sep 2009 -- Russia's president has left open the possibility that world powers could impose additional sanctions on Iran.
Iran's proposals on global issues require analysis - Medvedev RIA Novosti 15 Sep 2009 -- Russian President Medvedev: Iran's recent proposals to 6 world powers on global issues require careful analysis.
Medvedev hopes N.Korea will stop nuclear tests RIA Novosti 15 Sep 2009 -- Russian President Medvedev hopes North Korea will pay attention to international appeals to stop nuclear tests and launches.
Medvedev says ties with Georgia could resume after Saakashvili RIA Novosti 15 Sep 2009 -- Russian President reiterated no possibility of restoring bilateral relations with Georgia under its current leader.
Georgia challenges Russia to detain its ships in Abkhaz waters RIA Novosti 15 Sep 2009 -- Georgia said it would resist any attempts by Russia to detain its ships in the waters of its former province of Abkhazia.
Russia to detain any ship violating Abkhazia's maritime border RIA Novosti 15 Sep 2009 -- Russian border guards will detain all vessels that violate Abkhazia's maritime border.
Moscow Signs Defense Pacts With Breakaway Georgian Regions RFE/RL 15 Sep 2009 -- Russia has signed defense agreements with Georgia's breakaway Abkhazia and South Ossetia regions.
Russian, Chinese warships escort large convoy off Somali coast RIA Novosti 15 Sep 2009 -- Russia's Admiral Tributs destroyer and the Chinese Zhoushan frigate have successfully escorted convoy.
Russia's top military commander visits Cuba RIA Novosti 15 Sep 2009 -- The chief of the Russian General Staff has arrived in Cuba for a working visit at the invitation of the Cuban military leadership.
Solomonov to keep working on Bulava development - Roscosmos RIA Novosti 15 Sep 2009 -- Former head of the research institute that designed the Bulava and Topol-M ballistic missiles will likely retain post.
Russia to decide on purchase of French warship by October RIA Novosti 15 Sep 2009 -- Discussions between Russia and France on buying a Mistral class amphibious assault ship should be completed soon.
Russia to launch 3 Glonass satellites on Sep. 25 RIA Novosti 15 Sep 2009 -- Russia will launch a Proton-M carrier rocket on September 25 from the Baikonur space center to orbit 3 Glonass satellites.
Medvedev Again Calls for New Security Treaty VOA 14 Sep 2009 -- Russian President Medvedev has again raised his proposal for a new comprehensive European security pact to replace existing Cold War treaties.
Russian firm sues arms exporter for $15 mln over Algeria deal RIA Novosti 14 Sep 2009 -- A Moscow-based missile manufacturer is suing the Russian arms export monopoly.
Venezuela to build strong air defenses with Russian aid RIA Novosti 14 Sep 2009 -- Venezuelan President Chavez announced plans to create a multi-layered air defense network in the country.
Belarus air defense units arrive in Russia for Zapad-2009 drills RIA Novosti 14 Sep 2009 -- Train carrying Belarusian S-300 air defense systems has arrived at the Ashuluk training grounds in southern Russia.
Russian cab driver gets 7 years in prison for treason RIA Novosti 14 Sep 2009 -- A court in North Ossetia has sentenced a cab driver to seven years in prison for treason after he admitted to spying for Georgia.
India keen to expand nuclear cooperation with Russia RIA Novosti 14 Sep 2009 -- India is ready to cooperate with Russia not only on Kudankulam power plant but on the construction of a new station.
Russia to launch weather satellite, revive forecasting capability RIA Novosti 14 Sep 2009 -- New meteorological satellite starting the process of restoring the country's weather forecasting capabilities.
North Korean leader sends birthday greetings to Russia's Medvedev RIA Novosti 14 Sep 2009 -- North Korean leader Kim Jong-il congratulated Russian President Dmitry on his 44th birthday.
Russian military denies existence of new 'super-tank' RIA Novosti 13 Sep 2009 -- The Russian military has denied the existence of a new-generation main battle tank (MBT) based on T-80 design and featuring explosive reactive armor and a box-shaped turret.
Fire in Russian military unit destroys top secret documents RIA Novosti 13 Sep 2009 -- Top secret documents were destroyed in a fire that broke out on Sunday in a military unit in western Russia's city of Tambov, killing five and injuring seven servicemen, a security agency source said.
Chavez says Venezuela to get Russian missiles RIA Novosti 12 Sep 2009 -- Venezuelan President Hugo Chavez has said that Caracas is to receive Russian short-range missiles.
Venezuela Buys Rockets from Russia VOA 12 Sep 2009 -- Venezuelan President Hugo Chavez says he has signed an arms deal with Russia for short range missiles.
Creaking Infrastructure Evident From Siberia To The Streets Of Moscow RFE/RL 12 Sep 2009
Putin says Russia ready to work with West on arms development RIA Novosti 11 Sep 2009 -- Prime Minister Vladimir Putin said on Friday Russia was ready to cooperate with the West in developing new weapon systems.
Russia to call tender for foreign helicopter carrier RIA Novosti 11 Sep 2009 -- Russia plans to hold an international tender for the purchase of a helicopter carrier, involving France, Spain and the Netherlands, the country's Navy chief said on Friday.
Putin to reach agreement with Medvedev ahead of 2012 presidential polls RIA Novosti 11 Sep 2009 -- Russian Prime Minister Vladimir Putin said on Friday that he and President Dmitry Medvedev would come to an agreement before the 2012 presidential polls and would not compete with each other.
No relocation of Bulava missile production - Russian Navy RIA Novosti 11 Sep 2009 -- Russia's Defense Ministry will not transfer production of Bulava ballistic missiles to a different plant, the Navy chief said on Friday.
Russian Navy denies reports of damage to Black Sea Fleet flagship RIA Novosti 11 Sep 2009 -- The Russian Navy has denied media speculation that the Moskva missile cruiser, the flagship of the Black Sea Fleet, needed repairs at a shipyard after a recent incident on board.
Russia Backs Iran Over Sanctions As Doubts Surface Over Its Real Intentions RFE/RL 11 Sep 2009 -- On September 9, Washington warned that Iran may have enough uranium to make a nuclear weapon. On September 10, Moscow dismissed growing worry about Iran's nuclear program, indicating it will torpedo a Western push for sanctions against Tehran
Russia Warns Against Iran Strike; Tehran Proposes Talks VOA 11 Sep 2009 -- Russia has warned that the use of force will not put an end to Iran's controversial nuclear program.
Russian Activists Demand Truth About 1999 Bombings VOA 10 Sep 2009 -- A group of Russian human rights activists wants the government to open a new investigation into the 1999 apartment bombings that killed about 300 people.
Russia, Venezuela sign raft of energy, military deals RIA Novosti 10 Sep 2009 -- Russia and Venezuela signed on Thursday a package of deals, including one to develop the Latin American country's Orinoco oil belt, with estimated reserves of 235 billion barrels of heavy oil.
Russia ready to supply tanks to Venezuela - Medvedev RIA Novosti 10 Sep 2009 -- Russia is ready to supply Venezuela with tanks and other types of military equipment, Russian President Dmitry Medvedev said Thursday at a joint news conference with his Venezuelan counterpart, Hugo Chavez.
Russia starts testing anti-swine flu vaccine RIA Novosti 10 Sep 2009 -- Clinical tests of a live swine flu vaccine started in the northwest Russian city of St. Petersburg on Thursday.
Russian bombers complete routine Arctic patrol mission RIA Novosti 10 Sep 2009 -- Two Russian Tu-95 Bear strategic bombers have carried out a routine patrol flight over the Arctic Ocean, an Air Force spokesman said on Thursday.
Russia studies Iran's nuclear proposals RIA Novosti 10 Sep 2009 -- Russia is currently studying a package of nuclear proposals that Iran has submitted to six world powers, the Russian Foreign Ministry said on Thursday.
Russia says N.Korea's nuclear experiments threaten peace RIA Novosti 10 Sep 2009 -- North Korea's uranium enrichment experiments could further complicate the situation on the Korean Peninsula, a Russian Foreign Ministry spokesman said on Thursday.
Venezuela to sign deal for 100 Russian tanks - source RIA Novosti 09 Sep 2009 -- Russia and Venezuela are expected to sign a contract on the delivery of at least 100 main battle tanks worth about $500 million to the Latin American country, a Russian defense industry source said on Wednesday.
Moscow could give Venezuela arms loan - Kremlin aide RIA Novosti 09 Sep 2009 -- Russia could give Venezuela a loan for a new arms contract, a senior Kremlin official said on Wednesday.
Ten Years On, Troubling Questions Linger Over Russian Apartment Bombings RFE/RL 09 Sep 2009 -- Most of the residents of an apartment block in southeast Moscow were asleep when an explosion on the ground floor tore through the front of their building shortly after midnight, 10 years ago today
Russian police foil terror attacks on Moscow - newspaper RIA Novosti 09 Sep 2009 -- Russian law-enforcement agencies have prevented two terrorist attacks in Moscow in the past week, a leading Russian daily reported on Wednesday.
Russia Becomes World's Top Oil Producer RFE/RL 09 Sep 2009 -- Russia is once again the world's leading oil exporter, a spot it has occupied several times since 2002.
Russia, Iraq agree on two gas pipeline projects RIA Novosti 09 Sep 2009 -- Russia and Iraq have reached agreements on building two gas pipelines and on cooperation in operating two Iraqi thermal power plants, the Russian Energy Ministry said on Wednesday.
Author Of Censored Putin Article: U.S. Publisher 'Was Worried' RFE/RL 08 Sep 2009 -- Scott Anderson is an American freelance journalist and author who has covered several wars and written extensively for publications like "The New York Times Magazine" and "Vanity Fair." Recently, for "GQ" magazine, he looked into the apartment bombings in Russia in 1999 that killed hundreds of people
No suspicious cargo on board Arctic Sea - Russian investigators RIA Novosti 08 Sep 2009 -- Russian investigators said on Tuesday they had searched the Arctic Sea vessel and found only lumber registered in the ship's cargo log.
Russia denies rumors of S-300 shipment on board Arctic Sea ship RIA Novosti 08 Sep 2009 -- Russian Foreign Minister Sergei Lavrov dismissed on Tuesday media speculation that the Arctic Sea cargo ship, recently hijacked in the Atlantic, was carrying missiles for S-300 air defense systems.
Russian FM: No Missiles on Arctic Sea VOA 08 Sep 2009 -- Russian Foreign Minister Sergei Lavrov has rejected speculation that a freighter, hijacked in the Arctic Sea in July, might have carried sophisticated Russian aircraft missiles bound for Iran.
Kiev says Moscow unwilling to change gas deal, threatens transit RIA Novosti 08 Sep 2009 -- Moscow's refusal to amend gas contracts with Ukraine is putting transits to Europe under threat, the Ukrainian president's energy security adviser was quoted by the presidential press service as saying on Tuesday.
Ukraine to stop pumping Russian gas in underground storage tanks RIA Novosti 08 Sep 2009 -- Ukraine is ready to stop pumping Russian natural gas into its underground storage facilities, Prime Minister Yulia Tymoshenko said on Monday.
How Obama's Russia Reset Is Playing On The Ground In Europe RFE/RL 08 Sep 2009 -- The official "reset" of relations between the United States and Russia took place in July
Fears Rise Obama's Russia 'Reset' May Run Aground In Former Soviet Bloc RFE/RL 08 Sep 2009
European Split On Russia Threatens U.S. Policy RFE/RL 08 Sep 2009
Russia set to hold 4-5 rounds of arms talks with U.S. by December RIA Novosti 08 Sep 2009 -- Russia hopes to hold before December at least five rounds of talks with the United States on a new arms reduction deal to replace the existing START-1 treaty, the Russian foreign minister said Tuesday.
Russia, Belarus start Zapad 2009 military exercise RIA Novosti 08 Sep 2009 -- Russia and Belarus are starting a large-scale military exercise involving about 12,500 service personnel and up to 200 items of military equipment and hardware, the Russian Defense Ministry said on Tuesday.
Russia's strategic missile forces to play war games on Sept. 8-11 RIA Novosti 07 Sep 2009 -- Russia's Strategic Missile Forces (SMF) will conduct on September 8-11 large-scale command-and-staff exercises involving over 2,000 personnel, an SMF spokesman said on Monday.
Russia, U.S. begin specific work on new arms reduction treaty RIA Novosti 05 Sep 2009 -- Russia and the United States have started working on a new strategic arms reduction treaty, the Russian Foreign Ministry said Saturday.
Controversial Decision By U.S. Publisher Sparks Debate On Free Speech, Censorship RFE/RL 05 Sep 2009 -- The decision by a major U.S. publisher to quash the publication of a controversial article in the Russian edition of one its magazines has sparked a lively debate in the United States about self-censorship and freedom of expression
Indian Navy crew to join Russian sub sea trials in Far East RIA Novosti 04 Sep 2009 -- Crew of Indian submariners will take part in sea trials of a Russian nuclear submarine in mid-September.
Russia may 'take a break' from PACE over voting rights move RIA Novosti 04 Sep 2009 -- Senior legislator: Russia may be forced to "take a break" from PACE if a Georgian proposal goes ahead.
U.S., Russia to hold strategic arms reduction talks in Geneva RIA Novosti 03 Sep 2009 -- A new round of talks on nuclear arms reduction will take place in Geneva on September 21.
Russia, U.S. making progress on new nuclear arms deal - Lavrov RIA Novosti 03 Sep 2009 -- Russia and US making headway on new nuclear arms reduction deal.
US, Russia Make Progress on Nuclear Arms Deal VOA 03 Sep 2009 -- Russia and US making progress on reaching a new deal by the end of the year to cut their vast Cold War arsenals of nuclear weapons.
Russia condemns Georgia's attempts to seize ships off Abkhazia RIA Novosti 03 Sep 2009 -- Russian FM: Georgia's attempts to seize ships off the Abkhazian coast could lead to new armed conflicts.
Russian cab driver admits spying for Georgia RIA Novosti 03 Sep 2009 -- A Russian cab driver admitted spying for Georgia during his trial at a Supreme Court in Russia's southern republic of North Ossetia.
Russia, India to sign new deal on Admiral Gorshkov overhaul RIA Novosti 03 Sep 2009 -- New deal on funds Russia needs to finish refit of Admiral Gorshkov aircraft carrier for India will be signed in mid-October.
Russian, Indian presidents to discuss trade, nuclear cooperation RIA Novosti 03 Sep 2009 -- Russia and India will discuss cooperation in trade, economics, science, nuclear power and space industry.
Russia, Norway to talk nuclear security RIA Novosti 03 Sep 2009 -- Russian and Norwegian nuclear industry officials will discuss security cooperation, including the dismantling of nuclear submarines.
Russia confirms talks on delivery of MiG-31 aircraft to Syria RIA Novosti 03 Sep 2009 -- Russia and Syria are in talks on the delivery of at least eight MiG-31 Foxhound interceptors.
Russia confirms talks on arms deliveries to Saudi Arabia RIA Novosti 03 Sep 2009 -- Russia and Saudi Arabia are holding talks on military-technical cooperation, which may include sales of military equipment.
Russia's top brass gather in Moscow to discuss military reform RIA Novosti 02 Sep 2009 -- Russia's military leadership including fleet and military district commanders gathered to discuss ongoing reforms.
Russia Takes Countermeasure against U.S. and Japan's Missile Shields KCNA 02 Sep 2009 -- Russian Chief of the General Staff announced that Russia deployed air defence systems in the Far Eastern region.
Russia urges West to condemn all pre-WWII deals with Nazis RIA Novosti 01 Sep 2009 -- Russia expects other countries to admit that all prewar deals with the Nazis were morally wrong.
Russia, Poland Feed Controversy Over World War II RFE/RL 01 Sep 2009 -- Solemn ceremonies marking the 70th anniversary of the start of WWII began before dawn on the Westerplatte peninsula near Gdansk.
Russia set to release secret files on Poland's policies in WWII RIA Novosti 01 Sep 2009 -- Russia's Foreign Intelligence Service will make public documents revealing Polish policies in 1935-1945.
Putin tells Tusk grievances over WWII should be left behind RIA Novosti 01 Sep 2009 -- Russian PM Putin told Polish counterpart that the 2 countries must not let disputes over World War II get in the way of relations.
'No evidence' of plans by Stalin to attack Germany RIA Novosti 01 Sep 2009 -- There is no evidence suggesting that Joseph Stalin planned to attack Nazi Germany in the 1930s-40s.

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