October 2009 - Russia Special Weapons News

White House says Gen. Jones' arms talks in Moscow fruitful RIA Novosti 31 Oct 2009 -- Washington positively assesses recent visit of the U.S. president's national security adviser, Gen. James Jones, to Moscow for another round of talks on a new strategic arms reduction treaty, the White House spokesman said.
Putin sees problems emerging with Ukraine paying for Russian gas RIA Novosti 30 Oct 2009 -- Ukraine is again having difficulty paying for Russian natural gas supplies and the EU is not going to lend Kiev money to solve the problems, Russian Prime Minister Vladimir Putin said on Friday.
Russia hails UN support of confidence-building in outer space RIA Novosti 30 Oct 2009 -- The unanimous support of a Russian draft proposal on confidence-building measures in outer space will pave the way for talks on an agreement on the demilitarization of space, a Russian diplomat said.
Russian tactical missile self-destructs during live-fire drills RIA Novosti 29 Oct 2009 -- A Tochka-U short-range ballistic missile self-destructed on Thursday shortly after a practice launch at training grounds in northwestern Russia, the Defense Ministry said.
Russia's swine flu death toll climbs to five RIA Novosti 29 Oct 2009 -- A woman has died of swine flu in the Siberian Krasnoyarsk region, bringing Russia's death toll in the pandemic to five people, the regional health minister said on Thursday.
Crimean Tatar Leader Claims FSB Behind Murder Plan RFE/RL 29 Oct 2009 -- Crimean Tatar leader Mustafa Dzhemilev says he believes Russia's Federal Security Service (FSB) is behind a special operation to assassinate him, RFE/RL's Kazakh Service reports
Russia blasts reported U.S. pressure for Thais to extradite Bout RIA Novosti 29 Oct 2009 -- The Russian Foreign Ministry said on Thursday that it was unacceptable for the United States to apply pressure to secure the extradition of alleged Russian arms dealer Viktor Bout from Thailand.
Medvedev, Obama to discuss new arms control deal in November RIA Novosti 29 Oct 2009 -- The Russian and U.S. presidents will discuss a news arms control agreement in mid-November in Singapore, the Russian foreign minister said on Thursday.
U.S. national security adviser visits Russia for arms talks RIA Novosti 29 Oct 2009 -- The U.S. president's national security adviser, Gen. James Jones, is visiting Russia for nuclear arms reduction talks.
Russia sells special purpose weaponry to NATO - arms exporter RIA Novosti 28 Oct 2009 -- Russia supplies weaponry and equipment for police and special purpose military units in several NATO countries, state arms exporter Rosoboronexport said on Wednesday.
Washington says talks to replace START 1 to continue in Moscow RIA Novosti 28 Oct 2009 -- Washington says its U.S. National Security Adviser James Jones' primary aim of visiting Russia is to negotiate a new nuclear arms cuts treaty to replace START 1, a spokesman for the White House said.
Russia reports 1,819 confirmed swine flu cases, 4 deaths RIA Novosti 28 Oct 2009 -- There have so far been 1,819 confirmed swine flu cases in Russia, the country's chief sanitary official said on Wednesday.
Russia develops design for spaceship with nuclear engine RIA Novosti 28 Oct 2009 -- The Russian Federal Space Agency Roscosmos has developed a design for a piloted spacecraft powered by a nuclear engine, the head of the agency said on Wednesday.
Russia not currently supplying S-300 SAM systems to Iran RIA Novosti 28 Oct 2009 -- Russia is not supplying S-300 defensive surface-to-air missile systems to Iran, a Russian deputy prime minister said on Wednesday.
First swine flu fatality in Moscow brings Russia death toll to 4 RIA Novosti 27 Oct 2009 -- A 53-year-old woman has died of swine flu in a Moscow hospital, bringing Russia's fatalities from the new A/H1N1 virus to four people, the Health Ministry said on Tuesday.
Russia reports first swine flu deaths RIA Novosti 27 Oct 2009 -- Two women diagnosed with swine flu have died in eastern Siberia's Chita, the regional governor's press service said on Tuesday.
Russian missile cruiser to depart on visit to Singapore RIA Novosti 27 Oct 2009 -- The missile cruiser Varyag, the flagship of Russia's Pacific Fleet, will sail on Tuesday on a month-long tour-of-duty, which will include a visit to Singapore, a fleet spokesman said.
Over 300 Russian peacekeepers serving with UN in Africa RIA Novosti 27 Oct 2009 -- A total of 330 Russian peacekeepers are participating in five UN missions in African countries, including Sudan and Chad, Russia's envoy to the UN said.
Medvedev urges Russian defense industry to create superior weapons RIA Novosti 26 Oct 2009 -- The Russian president said on Monday that the country's defense industry must ensure the effective modernization of the military and provide it with state-of-the-art weapons.
Russia-Tajikistan talks on military base 'positive' - minister RIA Novosti 26 Oct 2009 -- Talks on a Russian military base in Tajikistan are going positively, the foreign minister of the Central Asian state said on Monday.
Russian authorities confirm rapid spread of swine flu RIA Novosti 25 Oct 2009 -- The official number of swine flu cases in Russia has grown by 130 cases in 24 hours to total 1,174, and shows the spread of the virus within the country, the top sanitary official said on Saturday.
Faulty steering system to blame for Bulava's latest flop RIA Novosti 26 Oct 2009 -- The latest failure of the Bulava submarine-launched ballistic missile (SLBM) was caused by a defective steering system in its first stage, a defense industry source said on Monday.
Russian Pacific Fleet warships complete visit to Malaysia RIA Novosti 26 Oct 2009 -- A Russian Pacific Fleet task force that has been on anti-piracy patrols in the Gulf of Aden has completed an official three-day visit to the port of Klang in Malaysia, a spokesman for the fleet said.
Medvedev, Obama hope for new nuclear arms pact by early December RIA Novosti 24 Oct 2009 -- The presidents of Russia and the United States hope that a treaty on nuclear arms cuts to replace START 1 will be ready by early December, the Kremlin said on Saturday.
RFE/RL Interview: U.S. Vice President Joe Biden RFE/RL 23 Oct 2009 -- In an exclusive interview, US VP Biden spoke about the US administration's policy on Russia, the Caucasus, Afghanistan, Pakistan, and Iran.
Biden Says Trip Has Laid Eastern Europe's 'Reset' Fears To Rest RFE/RL 23 Oct 2009 -- US VP Biden believes he has successfully laid to rest fears that the White House's efforts to improve relations with Russia.
Albright Says Russia Still Concerned With NATO RFE/RL 23 Oct 2009 -- Russia continues to view NATO as a hostile alliance, two decades after the collapse of the Soviet Union.
Is Russia Using Serbia To Strengthen Hand On European Security? RFE/RL 23 Oct 2009 -- Russian President Medvedev traveled to the Serbian capital this week bearing gifts: a $1.5 billion loan and a clutch of energy and development deals.
Russian parliament passes bill on using troops abroad RIA Novosti 23 Oct 2009 -- Lower house of the Russian parliament passed amendments to a defense law which expands the use of Russian Forces abroad.
Russia, Ukraine not seeking changes to Black Sea Fleet deal RIA Novosti 23 Oct 2009 -- Neither Russia nor Ukraine seeking to revise terms of an agreement on the presence of Russia's Black Sea Fleet in the Crimea.
Ukraine's foreign minister says ready to improve ties with Russia RIA Novosti 23 Oct 2009 -- Ukraine is ready to step up dialogue with Russia to improve relations, the country’s foreign minister told his Russian counterpart.
Russia to discuss rent for military facilities in Kyrgyzstan RIA Novosti 23 Oct 2009 -- Russian PM Putin has instructed the government to conduct negotiations with Kyrgyzstan on rental payment for Russian military facilities.
United Aircraft Corp buys 100% stake in MiG aircraft maker RIA Novosti 23 Oct 2009 -- Russia's United Aircraft Corporation has bought a 100% interest in the MiG aircraft making corporation.
Russia demands release of two men detained in Georgia RIA Novosti 23 Oct 2009 -- Moscow is demanding the release of a Russian human rights activist and a retired army officer detained in Georgia.
Reported swine flu cases in Russia reach 1,040 RIA Novosti 23 Oct 2009 -- The official number of swine flu cases in Russia has reached 1,040.
More Than 1,000 Swine-Flu Cases Registered In Russia RFE/RL 23 Oct 2009 -- The number of the registered swine-flu patients in Russia is now over 1,000.
Moscow Precinct Recount Reveals Vote-Count Errors RFE/RL 23 Oct 2009 -- An official recount of votes in one precinct from the October 11 Moscow City Duma elections has given 16 votes to the liberal opposition Yabloko party.
Russia's military doctrine to be presented to president by yearend RIA Novosti 22 Oct 2009 -- Russia's new military doctrine will be presented to President Dmitry Medvedev by the end of the year.
Clinton Urges Stronger Commitment To 'Vision' Of Nuclear-Free World RFE/RL 22 Oct 2009 -- US President Obama: Administration had begun work on an effort to eliminate nuclear weapons from the world's arsenals.
Russia says military cooperation with Iran to continue RIA Novosti 22 Oct 2009 -- Russia has no plans to stop military cooperation with Iran.
Tajik President's Moscow Talks Inconclusive RFE/RL 22 Oct 2009 -- It was the key speech of U.S. Vice President Joe Biden's tour to three Central and Eastern European countries this week.
Russian, Tajik leaders move to tackle tensions RIA Novosti 22 Oct 2009 -- The presidents of Russia and Tajikistan met and pledged to settle differences on a military base in the ex-Soviet Central Asian state.
Russian defense minister says Tajik base still under discussion RIA Novosti 22 Oct 2009 -- Russia's defense minister: Issue of paying rent for a Russian military base in Tajikistan was still being discussed.
Russia, China draft Kalashnikov copyright deal RIA Novosti 22 Oct 2009 -- Russia is working to reach an agreement with China on copyright protection of Kalashnikov assault rifles.
Soldier Tries To Commit Suicide In Military Unit Near St. Petersburg RFE/RL 22 Oct 2009 -- A soldier tried to commit suicide in a military unit in Kamenka, near St. Petersburg.
Russian Pacific Fleet warships to visit Malaysian port RIA Novosti 22 Oct 2009 -- Russian Pacific Fleet task forceto pay an official visit to the port of Klang in Malaysia.
Russian police to buy two Israeli drones next year RIA Novosti 22 Oct 2009 -- The Russian Interior Ministry will buy two Israeli-built unmanned aerial vehicles in 2010.
Russia delays launch of three Glonass satellites RIA Novosti 22 Oct 2009 -- October 29 launch of a carrier rocket bearing 3 Glonass navigation satellites has been delayed until February 2010.
Murmansk Schools Closed By Flu Outbreak RFE/RL 22 Oct 2009 -- Authorities in the far northern Russian city of Murmansk have closed all schools in the region due to an outbreak of influenza.
Russia to lose 'billions' if S-300 missile deal with Iran scrapped RIA Novosti 21 Oct 2009 -- Russia will sustain significant losses if it decides to tear up a contract to deliver S-300 surface-to-air missile systems to Iran.
Russia submits draft UN resolution against arms race in space RIA Novosti 21 Oct 2009 -- Russian delegation to the UN has submitted to the UN 2 draft resolutions on the prevention of arms race in space.
The goal for 2010 conscripts - to make it to the enrollment office RIA Novosti 21 Oct 2009 -- The 2010 conscripts have a chance to enroll in a college without doing military service first.
Swine flu cases in Russia total 956 - deputy health minister RIA Novosti 21 Oct 2009 -- The number of people diagnosed with swine flu in Russia has risen to 956.
Medvedev praises Russia-India dialogue RIA Novosti 21 Oct 2009 -- Russian President Medvedev praised Russian-Indian cooperation at a meeting with the country's foreign minister.
Ukraine hopes to sign nuclear fuel contract with Russia RIA Novosti 21 Oct 2009 -- Ukraine expects to sign a long-term contract for Russian nuclear fuel supplies before the end of the year.
Communists to return to State Duma after walkout RIA Novosti 21 Oct 2009 -- Lawmakers of Russia's Communist party announced they would return on Wednesday.
Washington in favor of processing Iran's LEU in Russia, France RIA Novosti 20 Oct 2009 -- US supports a proposal for Iran to process low-enriched uranium in Russia and France.
U.S. says talks are intensive with Moscow on arms reduction pact RIA Novosti 20 Oct 2009 -- US Department of State: US and Russia in an active phase of drafting a new pact to replace START 1.
Russia ready to harmonize relations with U.S., NATO - Medvedev RIA Novosti 20 Oct 2009 -- Russian President Medvedev reiterated that Moscow was looking to reset relations with the US and other Western partners.
Russian President Deepens Balkan Ties On Belgrade Visit RFE/RL 20 Oct 2009 -- Russian President Medvedev has sought to deepen Moscow's influence in Serbia during a trip to Belgrade.
Swine flu cases in Russia total over 920 - top sanitary official RIA Novosti 20 Oct 2009 -- The number of people diagnosed with swine flu in Russia has risen to 927.
Number of swine flu cases in Russia's Krasnoyarsk rises to 70 RIA Novosti 20 Oct 2009 -- Number of people confirmed as having the H1N1 virus in the Siberian city of Krasnoyarsk has grown to 70.
Swine flu on the rise in Russia's Far East RIA Novosti 20 Oct 2009 -- The Khabarovsk Territory in Russia's Far East has had 35 new human cases of swine flu infection confirmed in the past week, bringing the total up to 56 since May.
Russia aims to control 25% of global nuclear fuel market by 2030 RIA Novosti 20 Oct 2009 -- Russian state-controlled nuclear fuel supplier TVEL plans to control 25% of the world's nuclear fuel market by 2030.
Russia to do its best to sign arms cuts deal with U.S. by Dec. RIA Novosti 19 Oct 2009 -- President Medvedev: Russia will do its best to sign a new strategic arms reduction treaty with the United States by December.
Russian-U.S. nuclear arms talks continue in Geneva RIA Novosti 19 Oct 2009 -- Next round of Russian- US consultations on a replacement for the Strategic Arms Reduction Treaty will be held on Monday in Geneva.
Russia allocates $136 million for swine flu vaccine RIA Novosti 19 Oct 2009 -- Russian Prime Minister Vladimir Putin signed a resolution to allocate 4 billion rubles ($136 million) to buy swine flu vaccines.
Number of swine flu cases in Russia's Krasnoyarsk grows to 53 RIA Novosti 19 Oct 2009 -- The number of people confirmed as having the H1N1 virus in the Siberian city of Krasnoyarsk has grown up to 53.
Russia's Trans-Baikal Region reports 91 swine flu cases RIA Novosti 19 Oct 2009 -- The number of confirmed swine flu cases in Russia's Trans-Baikal Region has grown from 59 to 91 over the weekend.
EU, Russia Press On With Partnership RFE/RL 19 Oct 2009 -- The European Union's relations with Russia appear to have returned to business as usual -- except that there's not much business in evidence.
Russian Black Sea Fleet Objects To Ukrainian Checks RFE/RL 18 Oct 2009 -- In the early morning of October 22, 1963, soldiers of the 2nd Armored Division at Fort Hood, Texas, lumbered up with their gear and individual weapons to an assembly of large cargo aircraft from the Military Air Transportation Service
Russian foreign minister speaks on missile defense, START, world situation RIA Novosti 17 Oct 2009 -- On Friday, Russian Foreign Minister Sergei Lavrov gave an interview to editors-in-chief of RIA Novosti, the Voice of Russia radio station, and the Russia Today TV channel in which he discussed topical issues of Russian foreign policy and current global developments.
Iraq set to buy Russian weaponry RIA Novosti 17 Oct 2009 -- A military delegation from Iraq will visit Moscow in the near future to discuss the purchase of Russian weaponry, an Iraqi parliament member has said.
Russian Foreign Minister speaks on Missile Defense, START, and the world situation RIA Novosti 16 Oct 2009 -- Russian FM Lavrov gave interviews to RIA Novosti, the Voice of Russia radio station, and Russia Today.
Russia seeks clarification of new U.S. missile-defense plans RIA Novosti 16 Oct 2009 -- Russia wants more information on US plans for an alternative missile defense system to be deployed by 2018.
Nuclear sub Nerpa to enter service in December RIA Novosti 16 Oct 2009 -- Nerpa submarine will enter service with Russia's Pacific Fleet in December 2009 and will then be leased out to the Indian Navy.
Russia, Brunei agree to develop military, energy cooperation RIA Novosti 16 Oct 2009 -- Russia and Brunei intend to develop military and energy cooperation, the countries said in a joint statement.
Sultan of Brunei to meet with Russian PM Putin in Moscow RIA Novosti 16 Oct 2009 -- Russian Prime Minister Vladimir Putin will meet for talks with the sultan of Brunei, who is currently on an official visit to Moscow.
Moscow Pushes For Formal Cooperation Between UN, CSTO RFE/RL 16 Oct 2009 -- On October 14, the Russian business daily "Kommersant" reported a potential breakthrough for Moscow's diplomacy.
Russia's Medvedev to attend CSTO military drills in Kazakhstan RIA Novosti 16 Oct 2009 -- Russian President Medvedev along with other leaders of the CSTO member states will attend final stage of exercise.
Serb who spied on Russia for U.S. sentenced in Moscow RIA Novosti 16 Oct 2009 -- Court sentenced Serbian national who sold Russian classified military information to the US during the 1990s to 8 years in prison.
Russian soldier sentenced to 10 years for spying for Georgia RIA Novosti 16 Oct 2009 -- Court in the North Caucasus sentenced a Russian sergeant major to ten years in prison on charges of spying for Georgia.
Four new swine flu cases reported in Russia RIA Novosti 16 Oct 2009 -- Another four people have been confirmed as having the H1N1 virus in the Siberian city of Krasnoyarsk.
Swine flu vaccines to be registered in Russia RIA Novosti 16 Oct 2009 -- Two Russian-produced swine flu vaccines have undergone the first stage of clinical trials and are to be registered by Roszdravnadzor.
Russian Parliament Standoff Nears End RFE/RL 16 Oct 2009 -- Legislators who stormed out of the Russian parliament on October 14 to protest allegations of electoral fraud have begun to return.
Two Russian Opposition Parties End Duma Boycott RFE/RL 16 Oct 2009 -- Deputies from the Liberal Democratic Party of Russia (LDPR) and A Just Russia party say they will return to the State Duma on October 16.
Russian Duma speaker urges consensus among parties after protests RIA Novosti 16 Oct 2009 -- Russia's parliamentary speaker urged a consensu among parties in the State Duma after protests.
Russia concerned by U.S. missile shield talks with non-NATO states RIA Novosti 15 Oct 2009 -- Deputy FM Ryabkov: Russia is concerned by U.S. missile defense talks with countries outside NATO.
Russia, India to jointly develop 5th-generation fighter RIA Novosti 15 Oct 2009 -- Russia and India are set to jointly develop helicopters, infantry fighting vehicles and a fifth-generation fighter.
Russia, Brunei leaders to talk trade, military cooperation RIA Novosti 15 Oct 2009 -- Russian President Medvedev and the leader of Brunei will discuss trade, energy and military cooperation at talks in Moscow.
Medvedev to attend final stage of CSTO exercise in Kazakhstan RIA Novosti 15 Oct 2009 -- Russian President Medvedev is arriving in Kazakhstan and will attend on the final stage of a joint military exercise.
Conference in Bratislava to focus on Russia-NATO relations RIA Novosti 15 Oct 2009 -- Relations between Russia and NATO will be one of the main issues to be discussed at a security conference.
Russian Pacific Fleet exercises end in Sea of Japan RIA Novosti 15 Oct 2009 -- Multistage naval exercises involving a mixed task force of Russia's Pacific Fleet have ended in the Sea of Japan.
Russia to spend $13.5 bln on new space center in Far East RIA Novosti 15 Oct 2009 -- Russia will spend an estimated 400 billion rubles ($13.5 billion) on the construction of the new Vostochny space center.
Progress M-03M space freighter heading for ISS RIA Novosti 15 Oct 2009 -- Russia launched cargo spaceship to the International Space Station from the Baikonur space center in Kazakhstan.
Almost 100 new swine flu cases reported in Russia in five days RIA Novosti 15 Oct 2009 -- Almost 100 people have been confirmed as suffering from swine flu in Russia since October 11.
Swine flu vaccine tests on Russian children delayed RIA Novosti 15 Oct 2009 -- Clinical trials of a new swine flu vaccine on children has been postponed for several days.
Russian parties could return to parliament after boycott RIA Novosti 15 Oct 2009 -- Two of the Russian parties that walked out of parliament in protest against Sunday's election results have said they may return on Friday.
Pressure Mounts In Russian Election Standoff RFE/RL 15 Oct 2009 -- For the first time since the collapse of the Soviet Union, there is only one party at work in Russia's legislature.
Georgia downplays Russia statement on preventive nuclear strikes RIA Novosti 14 Oct 2009 -- Georgia: Russia's decision to include preemptive nuclear strikes in its revised military doctrine is mostly a political move.
Changes in nuclear part of Russian military doctrine unnecessary - analyst RIA Novosti 14 Oct 2009 -- Russian military expert: Revised military doctrine must keep provisions on the use of nuclear weapons intact.
Russia's new military doctrine allows pre-emptive nuclear strikes RIA Novosti 14 Oct 2009 -- Russia's new military doctrine does not rule out pre-emptive nuclear strikes against potential aggressors.
Russia says questions remain over U.S. missile-defense plans RIA Novosti 14 Oct 2009 -- Recent developments in U.S. missile shield plans are positive, but Moscow still has a number of questions.
Further tests of Bulava missile delayed until end of Oct. RIA Novosti 14 Oct 2009 -- Next test-launch of Russia's Bulava missile has been postponed until at least the end of October.
Georgian Official Denies FSB Charges Of Al-Qaeda Ties RFE/RL 14 Oct 2009 -- Georgian official has denied accusations by Moscow that Tbilisi has cooperated with Al-Qaeda and other Islamic insurgents.
No pressure on Belarus over S.Ossetia, Abkhazia - minister RIA Novosti 14 Oct 2009 -- Russia is not putting pressure on Belarus to recognize Abkhazia and South Ossetia.
Russia calls for new European security body despite thaw with U.S. RIA Novosti 14 Oct 2009 -- Russia will continue to promote the idea of creating a new pan-European security body.
Putin pushes SCO countries to form energy forum RIA Novosti 14 Oct 2009 -- Russian PM Putin reiterated a proposal that Shanghai Cooperation Organization member states form an energy forum.
Russia, India hold talks on military cooperation RIA Novosti 14 Oct 2009 -- The 9th meeting of the Russia-India intergovernmental commission on military-technical cooperation opened on Wednesday in Moscow.
Russia eyes Brunei as potential arms buyer RIA Novosti 14 Oct 2009 -- Russia's state arms exporter Rosoboronexport expressed the hope on Wednesday that it could initiate military-technological cooperation with the sultanate of Brunei.
Russian opposition party urges nationwide vote recount RIA Novosti 14 Oct 2009 -- Russia's LDPR party called for a recount of the results regional elections, which were won by a landslide by the ruling party.
Only United Russia, Communists elected to Moscow city assembly RIA Novosti 14 Oct 2009 -- Just two parties have been elected to the Moscow City Duma.
Clinton Emphasizes Cooperation In U.S.-Russia Relations RFE/RL 14 Oct 2009 -- US Secretary of State Clinton: Some officials in both the US and Russia are stuck in the thinking of the Cold War era.
As Clinton Continues Russia Tour, Many Ask: Why Kazan? RFE/RL 14 Oct 2009 -- US Secretary of State Clinton will spend several hours in the city of Kazan on her second and final day of a Russia tour.
Clinton: Russian Rights Record Threatens Progress VOA 14 Oct 2009 -- US Secretary of State Clinton: Attacks on journalists and human rights defenders in Russia is a "great concern."
Clinton Meets Russian Rights Activists, Criticizes Violations RFE/RL 14 Oct 2009 -- U.S. Secretary of State Hillary Clinton has met with Russian rights activists and independent journalists in Moscow, RFE/RL's Russian Service reports.
US, Russia Note Progress on Nuclear Arms Treaty VOA 13 Oct 2009 -- Russian FM Lavrov: US and Russia have made "considerable" progress on plans to reduce their nuclear arsenals.
U.S. Secretary of State to focus on Iran, arms reduction in Moscow RIA Novosti 13 Oct 2009 -- US Secretary of State expected to prioritize Iran's nuclear program and arms reduction during her talks with Russian leadership.
Clinton, Lavrov optimistic ahead of talks in Moscow RIA Novosti 13 Oct 2009 -- US Secretary of State Clinton: Progress has been made in bilateral ties, and that the sides expect productive talks.
Russia, U.S. in talks on new missile defense system - Lavrov RIA Novosti 13 Oct 2009 -- Russian FM Lavrov: Russia and US will continue talks on a new missile defense system.
Moscow wants to be invited to NATO-Afghanistan talks - Lavrov RIA Novosti 13 Oct 2009 -- FM Lavrov: Russia is waiting for an invitation from NATO to take part in talks on Afghanistan.
France to open talks with Russia on warship contract RIA Novosti 13 Oct 2009 -- France has decided to start official negotiations on the sale of a warship to Russia.
Georgian vice speaker calls Russia's terrorism claim 'absurd' RIA Novosti 13 Oct 2009 -- Vice speaker of Georgia's parliament dismissed allegation that Georgia has been supporting terrorists in the Caucasus.
Russia accuses Georgia of supporting terrorism in N.Caucasus RIA Novosti 13 Oct 2009 -- Russia's security chief accused Georgia on Tuesday of supporting terrorist groups in Russia's North Caucasus.
Masterminds of attack on Ingush president killed - FSB chief RIA Novosti 13 Oct 2009 -- Militants who organized an assassination attempt on the president of the North Caucasus Republic of Ingushetia have been killed.
Medvedev to visit Kazakhstan on October 15-16 RIA Novosti 13 Oct 2009 -- Russian President Dmitry Medvedev will arrive in Kazakhstan on Thursday for a two-day working visit.
Russian Conscript Found Hanged In Khabarovsk RFE/RL 13 Oct 2009 -- A young soldier was found dead in a military unit near Khabarovsk in Russia's Far East.
Soldiers' Mothers Demand Alternative Service Option For Draftees RFE/RL 13 Oct 2009 -- Nongovernmental organization demanded that officials respect Russian legislation on alternative service for conscripts.
Russia designing rocket for manned flights from new space center RIA Novosti 13 Oct 2009 -- Russia's federal space agency has started work to design a new carrier rocket to orbit manned flights.
Russia plans to launch three Glonass satellites on Oct. 29 RIA Novosti 13 Oct 2009 -- Russia is planning to orbit three Glonass navigation satellites on October 29 following cancellation in September.
Rosatom rejects reports of Siberian open-air nuclear waste storage RIA Novosti 13 Oct 2009 -- Rosatom rejected on French media reports claiming spent fuel stored at open-air site.
Clinton To Push Russia On Iran During Moscow Visit RFE/RL 12 Oct 2009 -- When Iran admitted the existence of a secret uranium plant, the news appeared to take Russia by surprise.
Russia could open trade mission in Abkhazia in early 2010 RIA Novosti 12 Oct 2009 -- Russia could open a trade mission in Abkhazia in early 2010.
Regional Elections Go According To The Kremlin's Script RFE/RL 12 Oct 2009 -- Russia held local elections in more than 75 regions on October 11.
Opposition claims violations as Russia holds regional elections RIA Novosti 12 Oct 2009 -- Russia's ruling party is widely leading in regional elections in the country, with the authorities saying everything went smoothly.
Ruling United Russia party sweeps Moscow, regional elections RIA Novosti 12 Oct 2009 -- With almost 90% of votes counted in the elections to the Moscow City Duma, just two parties look set to pass the 7% threshold.
French paper reports open-air storage of nuclear waste in Russia RIA Novosti 12 Oct 2009 -- Liberation paper published findings of report claiming that spent fuel from French power plants stored at open-air site.
Russia votes in regional elections, opposition claims violations RIA Novosti 11 Oct 2009 -- Russia voted on Sunday in regional elections, with the authorities saying everything went smoothly.
NATO Chief Says Focus On 'Practical Cooperation' With Russia RFE/RL 10 Oct 2009 -- NATO's new secretary-general Rasmussen: NATO seeks to persuade Russia the alliance is "not an enemy."
India, Russia to sign new military pact RIA Novosti 10 Oct 2009 -- India and Russia will extend their strategic and military partnership when they sign a new military cooperation agreement in December.
India set to discuss overhaul of Su-30 fighter jets with Russia RIA Novosti 10 Oct 2009 -- India will discuss the modernization of the Russian-made Su-30MKI aircraft in service with its air force.
Russia set to rotate peacekeepers in Sudan RIA Novosti 10 Oct 2009 -- Russia's peacekeeping contingent in Sudan will be rotated on October 19-25.
Russian Soldiers' Mothers Kidnap Sons To Prevent Beating RFE/RL 10 Oct 2009 -- 4 women said that they had to kidnap their sons from their military unit in order to "save them from a beating."
Moscow welcomes Armenian-Turkish accords RIA Novosti 10 Oct 2009 -- Moscow welcomes the historic Armenian-Turkish accords, which will strengthen regional security.
Medvedev congratulates Obama on winning Nobel Peace Prize RIA Novosti 10 Oct 2009 -- Russian President Dmitry Medvedev has congratulated his U.S. counterpart Barack Obama on winning the Nobel Peace Prize.
New U.S.-Russia arms cuts deal to be ready by yearend - ambassador RIA Novosti 09 Oct 2009 -- Washington and Moscow will be able to draft a new strategic arms reduction treaty by the end of the year.
U.S. must advance strategic arms reduction issue - Medvedev RIA Novosti 09 Oct 2009 -- Russian President Dmitry Medvedev called on Friday on the United States to advance the process of strategic arms reduction.
Medvedev to meet U.S. secretary of state in Moscow next week RIA Novosti 09 Oct 2009 -- Russian President Dmitry Medvedev will meet with U.S. Secretary of State Hillary Clinton during her visit to Moscow next week.
Russia, U.S. to hold missile defense talks in Moscow RIA Novosti 09 Oct 2009 -- Russia and the United States will hold missile defense talks on October 12 in Moscow.
Russia opposes expansion of nuclear club - Medvedev RIA Novosti 09 Oct 2009 -- Russian President Dmitry Medvedev has said he strongly opposes the appearance of new members of the so-called nuclear club.
U.S. praises agreement with Russia on Afghan transit RIA Novosti 09 Oct 2009 -- US praised the implementation of an agreement with Russia on military transit to Afghanistan and intends to continue flights.
Russia Facing Resistance With Allies On CIS's Southern Flank RFE/RL 09 Oct 2009 -- Russia's relations with the three states that make up the southern flank of the CIS have suffered severe setbacks of late.
Russian subs successfully test ballistic missiles in Pacific RIA Novosti 09 Oct 2009 -- Two Russian nuclear-powered strategic submarines have test-launched intercontinental ballistic missiles.
Russian paratroops chief exonerated by military prosecutors RIA Novosti 09 Oct 2009 -- Russian military prosecutors said on Friday they would not press charges against the commander of Russia's Airborne Troops.
Russian Navy to buy 24 MiG-29K carrier-based fighters RIA Novosti 09 Oct 2009 -- Russia's Navy will buy at least 24 MiG-29K (Fulcrum-D) fighters to be deployed on the Admiral Kuznetsov aircraft carrier.
Russia may revise use of nuclear weapons in new military doctrine RIA Novosti 08 Oct 2009 -- Russia's new military doctrine will contain some changes to the situations that could trigger the use nuclear weapons.
Moscow prioritizes strategic arms cuts RIA Novosti 08 Oct 2009 -- Russia believes new strategic arms reduction deal with US should be signed before cuts in tactical nuclear weapons are discussed.
Russia's Strategic Missile Forces to hold drills Oct. 9-14 RIA Novosti 08 Oct 2009 -- Russia's Strategic Missile Forces will conduct a series of exercises on October 9-17 in the Ivanovo Region.
Russia says missile defense buildup affects disarmament efforts RIA Novosti 08 Oct 2009 -- Unilateral buildup of strategic missile defense complicates the process of nuclear disarmament.
Final trials of Russia's Nerpa sub threatened by lack of funds RIA Novosti 08 Oct 2009 -- Preparations for the final trials of Russia's Nerpa submarine could be hit by financial problems.
Russian warships resume patrols off Somali coast RIA Novosti 08 Oct 2009 -- A Russian Pacific Fleet task force has resumed anti-piracy patrols in the Gulf of Aden after a five-day visit to the Seychelles.
Moscow to host next CIS summit in December 2010 RIA Novosti 08 Oct 2009 -- The next Commonwealth of Independent States (CIS) summit will take place in Moscow in December 2010.
NATO Secretary General calls for Russian help in Afghanistan RIA Novosti 07 Oct 2009 -- NATO Secretary General Rasmussen urged Russia to provide assistance in training and equipping the Afghan Army.
Russian police want U.S. data on Afghan drug trafficking RIA Novosti 07 Oct 2009 -- Russia's federal drug control service will provide US with data on Afghan drugs, and expects reciprocal steps from US colleagues.
Russia put 750 militants out of action in 2009 - Interior Ministry RIA Novosti 07 Oct 2009 -- Russian police and interior troops have killed or detained some 750 militants in the North Caucasus region in 2009.
Russia Airborne Troops chief gets reprimand for abuse of office RIA Novosti 07 Oct 2009 -- Russian Airborne Troops commander Lt. Gen. Vladimir Shamanov has received an official warning following probe.
India gives names to 3 frigates built by Russia RIA Novosti 07 Oct 2009 -- Three frigates being built at the Yantar shipyard for the Indian navy have been named by the Indian president.
Russia has 5 arms deals with Libya - Rosoboronexport RIA Novosti 07 Oct 2009 -- Russia's state arms exporter Rosoboronexport: Russia has 5 ongoing contracts with Libya in the sphere of military cooperation.
German police detain three for plotting terrorist acts in Russia RIA Novosti 07 Oct 2009 -- German police officers detained 3 people suspected of plotting terrorist attacks in Russia.
Russia denies secret involvement in Iran's nuclear program RIA Novosti 06 Oct 2009 -- Moscow possesses no information to suggest that Russian scientists secretly involved in Iran's nuclear program.
After Russia-Georgia Report, A Sense Of 'What Now?' RFE/RL 06 Oct 2009 -- The release last week of an EU report on the August 2008 Russia-Georgia war is continuing to draw cheers and rebukes respectively from many corners.
Russia Rejects Trade-Off With Turkey On Recognition Of Abkhazia, South Ossetia, Northern Cyprus RFE/RL 06 Oct 2009 -- Russian FM Lavrov rejected speculation that Russia may reach an agreement in return for recognition.
Indonesian Navy eyes Russian, Chinese missiles RIA Novosti 06 Oct 2009 -- The Indonesian Navy is planning to arm its new patrol boats with Russian and Chinese missiles.
Russian Pacific Fleet warships, subs face off in naval exercise RIA Novosti 06 Oct 2009 -- A mixed task force from the Russian Pacific Fleet has started a series of anti-submarine warfare drills in the Sea of Japan.
Russia's Black Sea Fleet conducts anti-sub warfare drills RIA Novosti 06 Oct 2009 -- Warships and aircraft from the Russian Black Sea Fleet are carrying out a series of anti-submarine warfare exercises involving live-firing drills.
Mothers Urge Russian Ombudsman To Help Conscripts RFE/RL 06 Oct 2009 -- NGO called on Russian Ombudsman Lukin to get involved in the adverse situation faced by young soldiers in the Kamenka military unit.
Top Russian, Ukrainian diplomats to meet for talks in Kiev RIA Novosti 06 Oct 2009 -- Russian FM Lavrov will meet with Ukrainian acting FM Khandohiy to discuss bilateral relations between the two countries.
Russia launches production of swine flu vaccine RIA Novosti 06 Oct 2009 -- Russia has begun mass production of two vaccines for the swine flu virus.
Russia set to launch space freighter to ISS RIA Novosti 06 Oct 2009 -- Russia plans to launch a cargo spaceship to the International Space Station from the Baikonur space center in Kazakhstan on October 15.
Russia to launch two European satellites Nov. 2 RIA Novosti 06 Oct 2009 -- A Rokot carrier rocket with two European satellites is being prepared for a November 2 launch.
Russia to start construction of 4th Borey-class sub in December RIA Novosti 05 Oct 2009 -- Russia's Sevmash shipyard will start the construction of the fourth Borey class strategic submarine on December 22.
Russian warships to escort Abkhazia-bound freight vessels RIA Novosti 05 Oct 2009 -- Russian coastguard patrol boats and Black Sea Fleet warships will escort freight vessels carrying supplies to Abkhazia.
Russia to back Serbia in UN Kosovo hearings - Lavrov RIA Novosti 05 Oct 2009 -- FM Lavrov: Russia will support Serbia's case in UN court hearings on the legitimacy of Kosovo's declaration of independence.
Lavrov warns against pitting Russian president against premier RIA Novosti 05 Oct 2009 -- Foreign Minister Sergei Lavrov warned against pitting Russia's president against the prime minister.
Russia's Lavrov to meet Hillary Clinton on Oct. 13 in Moscow RIA Novosti 03 Oct 2009 -- Russian FM Lavrov will meet US Secretary of State Clinton after bilateral arms reduction talks.
U.S. Secretary of State to visit Russia during European tour RIA Novosti 02 Oct 2009 -- US Secretary of State Clinton will make her first trip to Russia during a European tour on October 9-15.
Russia may track shipping in neutral waters around Abkhazia RIA Novosti 02 Oct 2009 -- Russia could monitor and escort ships in neutral waters heading to Abkhazia to protect them from possible Georgian provocations.
Russia to oppose U.S. attempts to prevent recognition of Abkhazia RIA Novosti 02 Oct 2009 -- Russia will resist any attempt by Washington to prevent the recognition of Abkhazia by third countries.
India wants to buy 50 more Su-30 fighters from Russia RIA Novosti 02 Oct 2009 -- India wants to buy another 50 Sukhoi-30MKI multi-role fighters.
Russia signs contracts to supply uranium to Japan, France RIA Novosti 02 Oct 2009 -- Russia's state-run corporation Rosatom signed contracts to supply low-enriched uranium to Japan and France.
Russia prepares response to revised U.S. missile shield plans RIA Novosti 01 Oct 2009 -- Russia's Defense Ministry is preparing a response to a US revision of its missile shield plans in Central Europe.
France accuses Russia of failing to meet EU-backed Georgia truce RIA Novosti 01 Oct 2009 -- Russia is not meeting its obligations under plan aimed at resolving the conflict between Georgia and Russia.
West should apologize to Russia for S.Ossetian war stance - Rogozin RIA Novosti 01 Oct 2009 -- Some Western politicians should offer their apologies to Russia for saying it started the August 2008 armed conflict with Georgia.
Russia Retains Its PACE Voting Rights RFE/RL 01 Oct 2009 -- PACE has decided to allow Russia to retain its voting rights in the organization.
PACE formally reaffirms Russia voting rights after Georgia motion RIA Novosti 01 Oct 2009 -- PACE voted to reject Georgia's motion to deprive Russia of voting rights over last year's conflict in South Ossetia.
PACE to vote on Georgia's motion to strip Russia of voting rights RIA Novosti 01 Oct 2009 -- PACE will decide on Georgia's motion to deprive Russia of voting rights over the last year's conflict in South Ossetia.
Russian president seeks French support on European security RIA Novosti 01 Oct 2009 -- Russian President Medvedev: Counting on constructive dialogue with France on European security.
Russia's purchase of French warship requires 'political decision' RIA Novosti 01 Oct 2009 -- French FM: France will sell Russia a warship it wants to buy if the two countries reach a political agreement.
Ukraine delays signing nuclear fuel deals with Russia - paper RIA Novosti 01 Oct 2009 -- Ukrainian nuclear power plant operator Energoatom has delayed signing nuclear fuel deals with Russia.

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