December 2009 - Russia Special Weapons News

India, Russia agree on price of Admiral Gorshkov aircraft carrier IRNA 31 Dec 2009 -- India and Russia agreed on final price for Gorshkov aircraft carrier.
Arms Control: Key Issue Between Washington, Moscow VOA 30 Dec 2009 -- Arms control is a key issue between Washington and Moscow. In this report from Washington, Senior Correspondent André de Nesnera speaks with three former senior U.S. government officials about arms control and the state of U.S.-Russia relations.
Putin: Russia Should Develop Offensive Arms To Counter U.S. RFE/RL 29 Dec 2009 -- Russian Prime Minister Vladimir Putin is quoted as saying that Russia must develop offensive weapons systems to counter U.S. missile-defense plans.
Ask The Expert: Putin's Missile Statement Shows 'Who's In Charge In Russia' RFE/RL 29 Dec 2009 -- which is practically the same as the Topol-M, but with multiple-warhead capability. When we talk about offensive strategic systems in Russia, we are speaking only about nuclear weapons.
Putin Urges US to Provide Missile Defense Information VOA 29 Dec 2009 -- Russian Prime Minister Vladimir Putin on Tuesday urged the United States to provide Moscow with data about U.S. missile defense developments as part of an information exchange under a new arms treaty. The previous treaty expired December 5.
Russian Navy takes delivery of a new submarine for lease to India RIA Novosti 29 Dec 2009
Russia-U.S. arms reduction talks continue RIA Novosti 29 Dec 2009 -- Russia and the United States have not halted talks on a new arms reduction treaty to replace a landmark deal that expired on December 4, a Russian Foreign Ministry spokesman said on Tuesday.
Russia to continue offensive arms to balance U.S. shield - Putin RIA Novosti 29 Dec 2009 -- Russia will continue developing offensive armaments to counter U.S. missile defenses, Prime Minister Vladimir Putin told reporters on Tuesday.
Norway-Russia consortium adjusts shares in Iraq's West Qurna-2 RIA Novosti 29 Dec 2009 -- Norway's oil company Statoil and Russia's largest independent crude producer LUKoil adjusted on Tuesday their split ownership in a consortium to develop a large Iraqi oil field.
Russian Air Force may start receiving An-124 cargo jets in 2014 RIA Novosti 28 Dec 2009 -- New An-124 Ruslan (Condor) heavy-lift transport aircraft could start being delivered to the Russian Air Force in 2014, the contractor said on Monday.
Nerpa nuclear attack submarine enters service with Russia's Navy RIA Novosti 28 Dec 2009 -- Russia's Nerpa nuclear attack submarine, damaged in a fatal accident during tests in November last year, has entered service with the Russian Navy after successfully passing final trials, a Pacific Fleet spokesman said Monday.
Russia's Nerpa sub passes final trials RIA Novosti 28 Dec 2009 -- Russia's Nerpa nuclear attack submarine, damaged in a fatal accident during tests in November last year, has successfully passed final trials, a Pacific Fleet spokesman said on Monday.
Yushchenko pledges to pay for Russian gas on schedule RIA Novosti 26 Dec 2009 -- Ukrainian President Viktor Yushchenko has said his country would pay for Russian gas consumed in December on schedule.
Yanukovych intends to boost ties with Russia if elected president RIA Novosti 26 Dec 2009 -- Ukrainian opposition leader Viktor Yanukovych has said that should he win the country's upcoming presidential elections, he will seek for improving ties with Russia which has deteriorated during Viktor Yushchenko's presidency.
Veterans Remember Soviet Invasion Of Afghanistan 30 Years On RFE/RL 24 Dec 2009 -- a KGB agent -- had dropped into a glass of Coca-Cola was neutralized by its bubbles. This time, the Soviets took fewer chances by deploying more troops to Afghanistan to make sure the government toppled.
Envoy Says Russia Seeks Greater Role In Afghanistan RFE/RL 24 Dec 2009 -- Russia's ambassador to Kabul has said his country will seek to boost its role in Afghanistan and praised the recently unveiled U.S. approach to ease security and other problems there.
Georgian leadership threat to regional peace - Lavrov RIA Novosti 24 Dec 2009 -- The Georgian leadership is a threat to peace and security in the region, Russian Foreign Minister Sergei Lavrov said Thursday.
Medvedev urges 'particular control' of situation in North Caucasus RIA Novosti 24 Dec 2009 -- Russian President Dmitry Medvedev said on Thursday a special official should be appointed to coordinate efforts aimed at improving the standards of living in Russia's North Caucasus and assuring security in the region.
Georgia, Russia agree to reopen border next spring RIA Novosti 24 Dec 2009 -- Moscow and Tbilisi have agreed to reopen a border checkpoint closed since July 2006, a Georgian deputy foreign minister said on Thursday.
Medvedev Takes To Airwaves On Major Issues RFE/RL 24 Dec 2009 -- President Dmitry Medvedev has given an end-of-year interview to Russia's three major television channels in which he outlined challenges facing the country's economy, social ills, and Moscow's relations with Washington.
Russia needs 'lean and mean' army RIA Novosti 24 Dec 2009 -- Russia needs a modern, efficient and well organized military, President Dmitry Medvedev said on Thursday.
Strategic bombers are crucial for national security RIA Novosti 24 Dec 2009
Russia to retain nuclear deterrence, build new missiles - Medvedev RIA Novosti 24 Dec 2009 -- Russia's nuclear deterrence will always be strong enough to defend its interests, President Dmitry Medvedev said on Thursday.
Russia test-fires Voyevoda ICBM RIA Novosti 24 Dec 2009 -- Russia successfully test-launched a Voyevoda (SS-18 Satan) missile capable of carrying 10 warheads on Thursday morning, a Defense Ministry spokesman said.
Russian defense minister insists on Bulava missile development RIA Novosti 24 Dec 2009 -- The Russian military will not abandon plans to develop the troubled Bulava submarine-launched ballistic missile (SLBM), the defense minister has said.
Medvedev: Russia to Develop New Nuclear Missiles VOA 24 Dec 2009 -- Russian President Dmitri Medvedev says his country will develop a new generation of nuclear weaponry, even as it works toward a new strategic arms treaty with the United States.
LUKoil to invest $4.5 bln in Iraq's West Qurna in mid-term RIA Novosti 24 Dec 2009 -- LUKoil will invest $4.5 billion in Iraq's West Qurna-2 within the next three to five years, the head of Russia's largest independent crude producer said on Thursday.
US not "particularly concerned" over protracted arms cuts talks RIA Novosti 23 Dec 2009 -- The United States is not "particularly concerned" that the talks on strategic arms reductions with Russia are taking a longer time than previously expected, the State Department said Tuesday.
Russian Says Defected To Georgia For Moral, Political Reasons RFE/RL 23 Dec 2009 -- A Russian soldier who asked for political asylum in Georgia says his decision to leave the Russian Army was morally and politically motivated, RFE/RL's Echo of the Caucasus reports.
Myanmar to buy 20 MiG-29 fighters for $570 mln - paper RIA Novosti 23 Dec 2009 -- A 400 million-euro ($570 mln) contract has been signed for the delivery of Russian MiG-29 fighters for the Myanmar Air Force, a source close to Russia's arms export monopoly told a business daily on Wednesday.
Russian High Court Declares Khodorkovsky Co-Defendant's Arrest Illegal RFE/RL 23 Dec 2009 -- The Presidium of Russia's Supreme Court has ruled that the June 2003 arrest and subsequent pretrial detention of Platon Lebedev, the former head of the financial arm of the Yukos oil company, was illegal.
Russia's top sanitary official predicts second wave of swine flu in spring RIA Novosti 23 Dec 2009 -- Russia's top sanitary official said the country should prepare for a second stage of swine flu epidemic, which could break out in spring.
Russia to develop new strategic bomber by 2017 RIA Novosti 23 Dec 2009 -- A new-generation Tu strategic bomber will be developed by 2017, Russian aircraft maker Tupolev said on Wednesday.
Russia could start 5th generation fighter tests by yearend RIA Novosti 23 Dec 2009 -- Russia could start tests of its fifth-generation fighter in late 2009 or early 2010, a deputy prime minister said on Wednesday.
New Russian nuclear submarine to enter service in 2010 RIA Novosti 23 Dec 2009 -- A new Russian nuclear-powered multipurpose attack submarine should enter service by late 2010, the developer said on Wednesday.
No reason to cancel S-300 contract with Iran: Borodavkin IRNA 23 Dec 2009 -- Russian Deputy Foreign Minister Alexei Borodavkin said on Wednesday there is no reason for Russia to cancel the S-300 missile contract with Iran.
EU eyes "broad nuclear partnership agreement with Russia" IRNA 22 Dec 2009 -- The European Union is aiming for a "broad nuclear partnership agreement with Russia" in a bid to lower greenhouse-gas emissions, the European Commission announced in Brussels on Tuesday.
Activists In St. Peterburg Say Men Being Forced Into Army RFE/RL 22 Dec 2009 -- Rights activists in St. Petersburg say there have been numerous rights violations during the Russian Army's recruitment process this year, RFE/RL's Russian Service reports.
Russian warship escorts 8-vessel convoy off Somalia RIA Novosti 22 Dec 2009 -- A Russian warship is escorting a convoy of eight commercial ships through pirate-infested waters off the Horn of Africa, a Navy spokesman said on Tuesday.
Russia could double number of bombers on strategic patrols - general RIA Novosti 22 Dec 2009 -- The number of strategic bombers performing routine patrols could be doubled if the Russian General Staff makes such a decision, the commander of Russia's strategic aviation said Tuesday.
Russia to commission new stealth bomber in 2025-2030 RIA Novosti 22 Dec 2009 -- Russia’s new strategic bomber will use stealth technologies and is expected to enter service in 2025-2030, the commander of Russia’s strategic aviation said on Tuesday.
Moscow could hold tender for helicopter carrier - source RIA Novosti 22 Dec 2009 -- Russia could soon call a tender to buy a Mistral-class helicopter carrier, a defense industry source said on Tuesday.
Russia-U.S. strategic deal demands 'radical' arms cuts - Lavrov RIA Novosti 22 Dec 2009 -- The new Russian-U.S. strategic arms reduction treaty envisions "radical" cuts in the number of strategic offensive weapons, Russian Foreign Minister Sergei Lavrov said on Tuesday.
Moscow pins hopes on draft security pact RIA Novosti 22 Dec 2009 -- Russia expects its draft European security treaty will help promote the latest initiative, Foreign Minister Sergei Lavrov said on Tuesday.
Turkmenistan To Restore Gas Supplies To Russia RFE/RL 22 Dec 2009 -- Ashgabat and Moscow have agreed to renew Turkmen gas supplies to Russia by January 10.
Russia keeps to its plan to hold Moscow Mideast conference RIA Novosti 22 Dec 2009 -- Russia has not given up the idea of holding a Middle East peace conference in Moscow and hopes that favorable conditions will aid in its convocation, Russian Deputy Foreign Minister Alexander Saltanov said on Tuesday.
Russia to start construction of 4th Borey-class sub in early 2010 RIA Novosti 21 Dec 2009 -- A Russian shipyard will start building a fourth Borey class (Project 955) strategic submarine in early 2010, the Navy's chief said on Monday.
Russia, U.S. discuss START treaty in Copenhagen RIA Novosti 21 Dec 2009
Russia, U.S. close to finalizing new nuclear arms reduction deal RIA Novosti 21 Dec 2009 -- Russia and the United States have finalized a new strategic arms reduction treaty, the Russian Foreign Ministry said on Monday.
Soyuz spaceship crew ready for blastoff to space station RIA Novosti 20 Dec 2009 -- The crew of a Russian Soyuz spaceship is ready for early Monday's blastoff to the International Space Station (ISS), the spaceship commander said Sunday.
Russia to start research into spacecraft nuclear engines in 2010 RIA Novosti 20 Dec 2009 -- Russia will launch research into nuclear engines for spaceships from 2010, the head of the Federal Space Agency said on Sunday.
Russia, U.S. set to sign new arms reduction treaty in mid-Jan RIA Novosti 18 Dec 2009 -- Russia and the United States could sign a new strategic arms reduction treaty in a month's time.
New arms cuts treaty ready soon - Medvedev RIA Novosti 18 Dec 2009 -- Russian President Dmitry Medvedev: Russia and the US will finalize a new strategic arms reduction treaty in the near future.
Obama: US Close to New Arms Deal with Russia VOA 18 Dec 2009 -- Mr. Obama discussed the issue with Russian President Dmitri Medvedev in a private meeting.
Development of strategic nuclear fleet under threat? RIA Novosti 18 Dec 2009 --Unsuccessful Bulava missile test calls into question the entire development strategy Russia has chosen for its strategic nuclear forces.
Russia marks anniversary of its best tank RIA Novosti 18 Dec 2009 -- On December 19, 1939, the Soviet government's Defense Committee issued a resolution approving the supply of several new types of automobiles and armored vehicles to the army.
Putin prioritizes production line shipbuilding RIA Novosti 18 Dec 2009 -- Russia should focus on production line shipbuilding, rather than one-of-a-kind projects, Prime Minister Vladimir Putin said.
Over 100 spies uncovered in Russia's Novosibirsk Region in 2009 RIA Novosti 18 Dec 2009 -- Russia's Federal Security Service identified more than 100 foreign agents operating in the Novosibirsk Region in 2009.
Russia's Lavrov Says US Slowing Progress on Arms Pact VOA 17 Dec 2009 -- Russia's top diplomat is accusing the US of holding up progress on a new nuclear arms treaty.
U.S.-Russia nuclear deal not expected this year - U.S. official RIA Novosti 17 Dec 2009 -- US does not expect a landmark nuclear arms reduction treaty with Russia to be signed before the end of the year.
Russia meets obligations for chemical weapons decommissioning RIA Novosti 17 Dec 2009 -- Russia remains on schedule in fulfilling its commitments under the chemical weapons convention.
Russian delegation visits CAC, CGSC Army News 17 Dec 2009 -- Delegation from Russia visiting the Combined Arms Center and the Command and General Staff College.
NATO Chief Looks For Afghan Help, Eases Tension In Moscow RFE/RL 17 Dec 2009 -- NATO Secretary-General came to Moscow with a list of military equipment and assistance he hoped to procure from the Kremlin.
NATO chief expects joint missile defense with Russia by 2020 RIA Novosti 17 Dec 2009 -- NATO Secretary General expressed hope that the alliance and Russia would establish a joint missile defense system by 2020.
NATO chief says no compromise with Russia over Georgia RIA Novosti 17 Dec 2009 -- NATO Secretary General Anders Fogh Rasmussen: The Western military bloc was not prepared to compromise with Russia on Georgia.
Russia's Defense Ministry to spend $790 mln on exercises in 2010 RIA Novosti 17 Dec 2009 -- The Russian Defense Ministry plans to spend around 24 billion rubles on drills and exercises involving all braches of service.
Admiral Gorshkov aircraft carrier overhaul to cost India $2.3 bln RIA Novosti 17 Dec 2009 -- India will pay Russia $2.3 billion for work to refit the Admiral Gorshkov aircraft carrier.
Russian warship escorts freighter to safety off Somalia RIA Novosti 17 Dec 2009 -- A Russian warship has escorted a commercial ship in distress through the pirate-infested waters off the coast of Somali.
"Intrepid" U.S. team works hard on arms cuts with Russia RIA Novosti 16 Dec 2009 -- US State Department: The United States and Russia have made progress in their talks on strategic arms reductions.
Russia says destroyed 9 ICBMs in 2009 under START 1 arms pact RIA Novosti 16 Dec 2009 -- Russia has destroyed nine intercontinental ballistic missiles this year under a Russian-U.S. strategic arms reduction treaty.
Russia's Strategic Missile Force to mark 50th anniversary soon RIA Novosti 16 Dec 2009 -- The Russian Strategic Missile Force which became an independent on December 17, 1959 will soon mark its 50th anniversary.
Russia completes trials of new surface-to-air missile RIA Novosti 16 Dec 2009 -- Russia has completed preliminary testing of a long-term interceptor missile for the advanced S-400 missile-defense system.
PM Putin hopes for fewer contradictions between Russia and NATO RIA Novosti 16 Dec 2009 -- Russian PM Putin told NATO Secretary General Fogh Rasmussen he hoped there would be fewer contradictions between Russia and NATO in the future.
NATO chief plays down differences with Russia at Lavrov meeting RIA Novosti 16 Dec 2009 -- NATO Secretary General Fogh Rasmussen brushed aside differences between the alliance and Russia saying they should not influence their common interests.
Russia-NATO relations enter new stage - Medvedev RIA Novosti 16 Dec 2009 -- President Dmitry Medvedev said on Wednesday that Russia's relations with NATO are entering a new stage.
Russian lower house to consider union state air defense accord RIA Novosti 16 Dec 2009 -- The State Duma, the lower house of Russia's parliament, will consider an agreement with Belarus on the establishment of a common air defense.
Next trial of Russian troubled Bulava missile could be in Jan. RIA Novosti 15 Dec 2009 -- The next test launch of Russia's troubled Bulava intercontinental missile could take place in January.
Russia delays construction of 4th Borey-class nuclear sub RIA Novosti 15 Dec 2009 -- The start of construction of Russia's fourth Borey-class nuclear-powered submarine has been postponed.
Afghanistan To Top NATO Chief's Fence-Mending Visit To Russia RFE/RL 15 Dec 2009 -- Anders Fogh Rasmussen flies to Russia on his first visit to the country since being appointed NATO chief in August.
NATO Secretary General to discuss high-priority issues in Moscow RIA Novosti 15 Dec 2009 -- Anders Fogh Rasmussen, the North Atlantic Treaty Organization's 12th Secretary General, is to pay his first official visit to Moscow on December 15.
Rasmussen's visit to benefit NATO, CSTO cooperation RIA Novosti 15 Dec 2009 -- NATO Secretary General Fogh Rasmussen's visit to Moscow may improve ties between the alliance and the CSTO.
Russia clinches contract to sell submarines, warplanes to Vietnam RIA Novosti 15 Dec 2009 -- Vietnam has signed a deal with Russia to buy submarines, aircraft and other military hardware.
Customer takes control of 3 new Glonass satellites RIA Novosti 15 Dec 2009 -- The operator of the Glonass satellite navigation project has taken control of three newly orbited satellites.
Medvedev to meet NATO chief on Wednesday - Kremlin RIA Novosti 14 Dec 2009 -- Russian President Dmitry Medvedev will meet with NATO Secretary General Anders Fogh Rasmussen.
Russia, France to hold further warship talks RIA Novosti 14 Dec 2009 -- Russian and French delegations will meet later this month to discuss the possible sale of a French warship.
Russia orbits three new Glonass navigation satellites RIA Novosti 14 Dec 2009 -- A Proton-M carrier vehicle on Monday orbited three new Glonass-M navigation satellites.
Russia launches Proton rocket with three Glonass satellites RIA Novosti 14 Dec 2009 -- A Proton M booster rocket with 3 Glonass M navigation satellites blasted off from the Baikonur space center.
Russia to launch three Glonass satellites RIA Novosti 14 Dec 2009 -- The Proton carrier rocket with 3 Glonass navigation satellites will be launched from the Baikonur space center.
Analyst: Russian Missile Failure Reveals Bigger Problems RFE/RL 12 Dec 2009 -- A U.S. defense expert says the failure of Russia's Bulava ballistic missile test this week indicates big problems in the country's strategic nuclear infrastructure, RFE/RL's Russian Service reports.
Medvedev, Obama note progress in drafting new arms cuts treaty RIA Novosti 12 Dec 2009 -- The Russian and U.S. presidents have discussed in a telephone conversation the drafting of a new treaty on strategic arms reductions, noting considerable progress, the Kremlin said Saturday.
Moscow is Russia's most protected city - top air defense official RIA Novosti 12 Dec 2009 -- Moscow is the best protected Russian city, with the sky above the Russian capital guarded by state of the art radars and air defense systems, a top air defense official said Saturday.
Russian shipyard says recent radioactive leak poses no threat RIA Novosti 12 Dec 2009 -- The Zvezdochka shipyard in northern Russia said on Friday that a recent minor radioactive leak at its storage facility posed no threat to people or environment.
Russian patrol boats arrive in Abkhazia to guard border RIA Novosti 12 Dec 2009 -- Two Russian patrol boats have arrived in Abkhazia to help the former Georgian republic guard its maritime border in the Black Sea, the Russian Federal Security Service (FSB) said.
Contracts Awarded to Russian, Norwegian Firms on Last Day of Iraq Oil Auction VOA 12 Dec 2009 -- The Iraqi government expressed satisfaction with the outcome of major two-day oil auction, Saturday after awarding the prized West Qurna Phase Two oil field to both Russia's Lukoil and Norway's Statoil.
Russia's LUKoil wins auction to develop Iraqi oil field RIA Novosti 12 Dec 2009 -- Russia's largest independent oil producer LUKoil won an auction on Saturday for a contract to develop one of Iraq's largest oil fields.
U.S., Russia Make Progress on Nuclear Reduction Agreement AFPS 11 Dec 2009 -- The United States and Russia are making progress on a pledge to reach an agreement on a nuclear weapons reduction pact to replace a long-standing bilateral treaty that expired last week.
Russia, U.S. to continue arms cut talks in Geneva next week RIA Novosti 11 Dec 2009 -- Russia and the United States will continue talks on a new nuclear arms reduction deal to replace the expired START 1 treaty in Geneva next week, a Foreign Ministry official said on Friday.
Wreckage found in Tatar Strait belongs to crashed Tu-142 RIA Novosti 11 Dec 2009 -- Wreckage recently discovered in the Tatar Strait belonged to the Russian military Tu-142 plane that crashed in the area in early November, a search team member has said.
The Bulava missile saga RIA Novosti 10 Dec 2009
Russia successfully test launches Topol ICBM RIA Novosti 10 Dec 2009 -- Russia successfully test launched a Topol intercontinental ballistic missile on Thursday, a spokesman for the Strategic Missile Forces said.
Russia's latest Bulava missile test unsuccessful RIA Novosti 10 Dec 2009 -- The latest test launch of an intercontinental ballistic missile in the White Sea in northern Russia ended in failure, the Defense Ministry said on Thursday.
Russian strategic bombers complete patrol mission over Arctic RIA Novosti 10 Dec 2009 -- Two Russian Tu-95 MS Bear strategic bombers have accomplished a routine patrol mission over neutral waters of the Arctic and Pacific oceans, an Air Force spokesman said on Thursday.
U.S., Russia enter endgame stage in arms reduction talks RIA Novosti 10 Dec 2009 -- The United States and Russia have agreed on the core of a new strategic arms reduction deal to replace the expired START 1 treaty and need only a few final touches to conclude the talks, the U.S. State Department said.
U.S. hopes to sign new arms cuts accord with Russia by yearend RIA Novosti 09 Dec 2009 -- The United States hopes a new agreement on strategic arms reductions with Russia will be signed by the end of the year, an assistant secretary of state said Tuesday.
Russia to start patrolling Abkhazia's sea border RIA Novosti 09 Dec 2009 -- Russian patrol boats will begin guarding the maritime border of the former Georgian republic of Abkhazia in December, the Russian Federal Security Service said on Wednesday.
Russian Navy questions whether it needs French warship RIA Novosti 09 Dec 2009 -- The Russian Navy is continuing discussions on whether to purchase a French warship, the Russian Defense Ministry said on Wednesday.
Russia supplies non-military helicopters to Iran IRNA 09 Dec 2009 -- Russian non-military helicopter manufacturere 'Verthalutirussia' signed an agreement with Iranian company 'Fanavaran Aseman Giti' on Tuesday to supply helicopters to Iran.
Russia to keep silo-based ballistic missiles in future RIA Novosti 08 Dec 2009 -- Russia's Strategic Missile Forces (SMF) will keep both silo-based and mobile ballistic missile systems in service until at least 2020, the SMF commander said on Tuesday.
Russia to decide on buying Mistral warship by yearend - military RIA Novosti 08 Dec 2009 -- Russia will decide by the end of 2009 whether to purchase a Mistral class amphibious assault ship from France, the chief of Russia's General Staff said on Tuesday.
Putin prioritizes weapons procurement for Russian army RIA Novosti 08 Dec 2009 -- The Russian defense industry should focus its efforts on the production of modern weaponry, including tanks and armored vehicles, for the Russian Armed Forces, Prime Minister Vladimir Putin said on Tuesday.
Russia restores full-scale military priesthood RIA Novosti 08 Dec 2009 -- Some 30 priests will be sent to serve at Russia's military bases as part of a program aimed at restoring full-scale military priesthood, a spokesman for the Russian Holy Synod said on Tuesday.
Russian paratroopers to receive new weaponry in near future RIA Novosti 08 Dec 2009 -- The Russian Airborne Troops will receive a variety of advanced weaponry, including BMD-4M airborne infantry fighting vehicles (AIFV), in the next few years, the Airborne Troops commander said.
Russia, U.S. Face Off In Court Over Kosovo's Independence RFE/RL 08 Dec 2009 -- The United States has urged a UN court not to raise doubts about Kosovo's statehood, arguing that Pristina's declaration of independence has brought stability to the Balkans and has offered people across the region a European future.
MiG Corporation is 70 years old RIA Novosti 08 Dec 2009 -- On December 8, the Russian aircraft corporation MiG, formerly called the Mikoyan-Gurevich Design Bureau, celebrates its 70th anniversary
Defence pact with Russia to boost defence capability: India IRNA 08 Dec 2009 -- India on Wednesday voiced confidence that its agreement with Russia on a 10-year military and technical cooperation from 2011 would help enhance the operational capability of its defence forces in the next decade.
Russia's MIG company confirms delivery of naval fighters to India RIA Novosti 08 Dec 2009 -- Russia's MiG aircraft maker said on Tuesday it has delivered the first four MiG-29 Fulcrum-D carrier-based fighter jets to India.
Russian and Coalition Task Forces Discuss Counter-Piracy Operations Navy NewsStand 07 Dec 2009 -- The Combined Task Force 151 commander met with his Russian counterpart Dec. 2 aboard USS Chosin (CG 65) to discuss counterpiracy efforts in the region.
Russian, U.S. diplomats discuss non-proliferation in Moscow RIA Novosti 07 Dec 2009 -- Russian and U.S. diplomats held a second session of a bilateral working group on arms control and international security on Monday to discuss joint efforts in nuclear non-proliferation, the Russian Foreign Ministry said in a statement.
START I treaty ends: what lies ahead? RIA Novosti 07 Dec 2009 -- On December 5, 2009, the Strategic Arms Reduction Treaty (START I), one of the key arms control treaties ended.
Russia close to finishing reactor at Indian nuclear power plant RIA Novosti 07 Dec 2009 -- The first reactor of the Kudankulam nuclear power plant in India will be launched in 2010 as scheduled, Russia's nuclear chief Sergei Kiriyenko said.
Russia, India finalize deal on warship overhaul RIA Novosti 07 Dec 2009 -- Russia and India have reached an agreement to complete a refit of the Admiral Gorshkov aircraft carrier, a Kremlin source said on Monday.
Russia to Help India Build 4 Nuclear Reactors VOA 07 Dec 2009 -- Indian Prime Minister Manmohan Singh says Russia will help his country build four new nuclear power plants. Mr. Singh made the announcement after meetings in Moscow with Russian President Dmitri Medvedev.
US and Russian Officials Work on New Arms Control Treaty VOA 06 Dec 2009 -- U.S. and Russian negotiators are continuing talks in an effort to agree on a new follow-on treaty to the 1991 START-One pact that expired Saturday, December 5. Both sides say an agreement is more likely at the end of the month.
Russia, NATO form working group on missile defence - Rogozin RIA Novosti 05 Dec 2009 -- Russia and NATO have formed a working group on missile defense issues and the first meeting will be held in January, Russia's envoy to the military alliance said on Friday.
Tests of Angara rocket postponed to 2012 over lack of funds RIA Novosti 05 Dec 2009 -- The test launch of Russia's new Angara carrier rocket, which had been scheduled for 2011, have been put back by one year due to lack of financing, space agency Roscosmos said on Saturday.
Armenia, Russia To Build Nuclear Power Plant RFE/RL 05 Dec 2009 -- The Armenian government has unveiled plans to create a Russian-Armenian joint venture tasked with building a nuclear power station to replace the country's outdated nuclear plant, RFE/RL's Armenian Service reports.
Russia could extend military presence off Somali coast RIA Novosti 05 Dec 2009 -- Russia is ready to extend its anti-piracy mission off the coast of Somalia, Russia's envoy to NATO has said.
U.S. And Russian START Talks Continue As Deadline Looms RFE/RL 04 Dec 2009 -- Russia and the United States are inching closer to a deal to replace a key Cold War-era arms control treaty that expires at midnight.
Russia opposes monitoring of missile plants under new deal with U.S. RIA Novosti 04 Dec 2009 -- Russia insists that the monitoring of missile manufacturing facilities should not be included in a new arms deal.
Russia, U.S. close to signing new arms control treaty RIA Novosti 04 Dec 2009 -- Russia and US wrapping up negotiations on a new nuclear arms reduction treaty to replace START 1.
Russian, U.S. leaders commit to further arms control cooperation RIA Novosti 04 Dec 2009 -- Russian President Medvedev and US President Obama would continue arms reduction cooperation after the expiry of the START I treaty.
NATO, Russia Paper Over Differences RFE/RL 04 Dec 2009 -- Meeting of the NATO-Russia Council, the first since Russia invaded Georgia in August 2008, marked an important psychological landmark.
Russia hails military cooperation with NATO RIA Novosti 04 Dec 2009 -- Russia's foreign minister called on Friday military cooperation with NATO "mutually beneficial."
Russia, NATO Holding First Formal Ministerial Meeting Since Georgia War RFE/RL 04 Dec 2009 -- Russian FM Lavrov expected to hold talks today with his counterparts from NATO at a session of the NATO-Russia Council.
Vietnam could become key importer of Russian weaponry RIA Novosti 04 Dec 2009 -- Vietnam could become a key importer of Russian weaponry if several contracts on the are signed in the near future.
Russian warship escorts first convoy on new anti-piracy mission RIA Novosti 04 Dec 2009 -- The Admiral Chabanenko destroyer from Russia's Northern Fleet has begun escorting commercial ships in the Gulf of Aden.
Russia to move all arms depots from towns after fatal blasts RIA Novosti 04 Dec 2009 -- All military arms depots and other hazardous installations in Russia will be eventually removed from population centers.
Russia to further cut Interior Ministry troops to 170,000 by 2020 RIA Novosti 04 Dec 2009 -- The numerical strength of Russia's Interior Ministry troops will be reduced by 14,000 to around 170,000 personnel by 2020.
Russia to equip railways with antiterrorist attack detectors RIA Novosti 04 Dec 2009 -- A group of Russian scientists has developed detectors to prevent terrorist attacks on Russian railways.
Russia plans to send 10 spacecraft to ISS next year RIA Novosti 04 Dec 2009 -- Russia will launch 4 manned and 6 cargo supply missions to the International Space Station in 2010.
Chornobyl Veterans Stage Hunger Strike In Tolyatti RFE/RL 04 Dec 2009 -- Fifty veterans of the Chornobyl nuclear disaster cleanup began a three-day hunger strike in the Russian city of Tolyatti.
Russia, U.S. could sign new strategic arms deal by yearend - expert RIA Novosti 03 Dec 2009 -- Russia and the United States will most likely sign a new strategic arms reduction treaty by the end of this year.
Russia to continue helping U.S. in Afghanistan - Medvedev RIA Novosti 03 Dec 2009 -- President Dmitry Medvedev: Russia would continue to assist the U.S. in its military operation in Afghanistan.
Putin reiterates need for military reform to ensure security RIA Novosti 03 Dec 2009 -- Russian PM Putin: The Russian Armed Forces must keep up with modern challenges to reliably ensure national security.
Russian FSB Agents To Leave Crimea RFE/RL 03 Dec 2009 -- Russian intelligence service cells within Russia's Black Sea Fleet are to be dissolved and all FSB agents moved to Russia by mid-December.
Russian envoy optimistic over joint threat assessment with NATO RIA Novosti 03 Dec 2009 -- Russia's envoy to NATO has said a new resolution to be considered by the Russia-NATO Council on assessing joint threats to the Euro-Atlantic space could prove to be a breakthrough.
Russia-NATO draft accords ready for approval - envoy RIA Novosti 03 Dec 2009 -- Ambassadors of Russia and NATO states have approved all three documents drafted for meeting of Russia-NATO Council.
NATO meeting to address key issues on alliance's agenda RIA Novosti 03 Dec 2009 -- Foreign ministers from 28 NATO member countries will gather in Brussels on for meeting to discuss a wide range of issues on the alliance's agenda.
Russia Pushes European Security Proposal RFE/RL 03 Dec 2009 -- Russia is proceeding with a scheduled meeting with NATO on December 4 after threatening to cancel the talks.
Berlusconi praises Russia's European security initiatives RIA Novosti 03 Dec 2009 -- Italian Prime Minister Silvio Berlusconi said on Thursday he thinks "highly" of the Russian president's European security proposal.
Putin pledges ruthless fight against Caucasus militants RIA Novosti 03 Dec 2009 -- Russian PM Putin pledged radical measures to end a surge of militant violence in the North Caucasus.
Video surveillance to boost security on Moscow-Petersburg rail line RIA Novosti 03 Dec 2009 -- A railway linking Moscow and St. Petersburg will be equipped with a video monitoring system within five years.
Putin says Russia still faces terrorism threat RIA Novosti 03 Dec 2009 -- Russian Prime Minister Vladimir Putin: Russia still faced a threat from internal terrorism.
In Annual Call-In Show, Putin Leaves Open A Return To Presidency RFE/RL 03 Dec 2009 -- Asked whether he would ever exit the political arena and pursue a quiet life, Putin deadpanned: "Don't hold your breath."
Russia to Fight Terror, Promote Trade VOA 03 Dec 2009 -- Russian Prime Minister Vladimir Putin is vowing harsh action against terrorism, a threat he says has not been eliminated in Russia and elsewhere.
Putin Will Consider Running for President Again VOA 03 Dec 2009 -- Russian PM Putin will think about running for the Russian presidency again in 2012.
Russia establishes diplomatic relations with Vatican RIA Novosti 03 Dec 2009 -- Russian President Dmitry Medvedev on Thursday signed a decree to establish diplomatic relations with Vatican City, and met with Pope Benedict XVI.
Russia's military reform still faces major problems RIA Novosti 02 Dec 2009 -- The first phase of the ongoing military reform to overhaul the structure of the Russian Armed Forces officially ended by December 1, 2009.
Russia-NATO Council to meet as planned RIA Novosti 02 Dec 2009 -- Russian FM: The Russia-NATO Council will go ahead with its ministerial-level meeting on December 4.
NATO head, Russian envoy hold 'constructive' talks - source RIA Novosti 02 Dec 2009 -- The Russian envoy to NATO held a constructive meeting with the alliance's secretary generali.
U.S. studying Russia's draft European security treaty - Kelly RIA Novosti 02 Dec 2009 -- The United States is studying Russia's draft European security treaty.
Partners show interest in Russia's security proposals - envoy RIA Novosti 02 Dec 2009 -- Russia's European partners have shown interest in the key points of the country's new European security pact draft.
Russian missile cruiser arrives in Vladivostok RIA Novosti 02 Dec 2009 -- Task force from the Russian Pacific Fleet led by the missile cruiser Varyag has returned to Russia's Far Eastern port of Vladivostok.
Medvedev sets deadlines for railway terror attacks investigation RIA Novosti 02 Dec 2009 -- Russian President Medvedev ordered action to prevent terror attacks on Russia's railways.
Kadyrov doubtful of Umarov's involvement in train bombing RIA Novosti 02 Dec 2009 -- Chechen President Ramzan Kadyrov is doubtful that a bomb attack was carried out on orders from a wanted terrorist, Doka Umarov.
Islamist Militants Claim Responsibility For Deadly Russian Train Bombing RFE/RL 02 Dec 2009 -- Website linked to Chechen fighters: Received letter from Islamist militants who claim responsibility for bombing of a Russian train.
Russian rail blast involved Islamist tactics - investigators RIA Novosti 02 Dec 2009 -- Bomb attack that derailed a Russian express train last week bore the hallmarks of Islamist terrorism, a top investigator has said.
Russian express train blast almost hit second train RIA Novosti 02 Dec 2009 -- The bomb that detonated on a rail track as an express train was passing last week could have derailed two trains.
Washington still waits for new arms treaty with Russia RIA Novosti 01 Dec 2009 -- State Department spokesman: Signing of a new arms treaty between Russia and the US is impossible before 5 Dec. deadline.
Envoy: NATO refuses to discuss Afghanistan with Russia RIA Novosti 01 Dec 2009 -- NATO has refused to set up a Russia-NATO working group on Afghanistan and will not allow Moscow to participate in its internal discussion of the situation.
Russian envoy accuses Canada of blocking Russia-NATO accords RIA Novosti 01 Dec 2009 -- Canada has blocked the adoption of all documents to be considered at an upcoming Russia-NATO meeting.
Finland tells Russia to prove value of new European security pact RIA Novosti 01 Dec 2009 -- Finland's FM: Russia has to show how its proposed treaty on European security would be an improvement on the continent's current institutions.
OSCE to discuss Medvedev's European security pact RIA Novosti 01 Dec 2009 -- Russian President Medvedev's European security pact draft will be discussed at the 17th OSCE Ministerial Council.
Russia eyes new arms markets in Asia-Pacific region RIA Novosti 01 Dec 2009 -- Russia is planning to strengthen its positions as a key supplier of weaponry in the Asia-Pacific region by seeking new customers.
Black Sea Fleet halts counterintelligence operations in Crimea RIA Novosti 01 Dec 2009 -- Russia's Black Sea Fleet has terminated counterintelligence operations in Ukraine's Crimea.
Russian military to close 'fireworks' arms depot next year RIA Novosti 01 Dec 2009 -- The Ulyanovsk arms depot will be closed by the end of next year.
Russian military announces large-scale Vostok-2010 drills RIA Novosti 01 Dec 2009 -- The Russian Armed Forces will conduct large-scale Vostok military exercises in Siberia and the country's Far East in 2010.
Russia successfully launches Intelsat-15 satellite into orbit RIA Novosti 01 Dec 2009 -- Russia's Zenit-3SLB carrier rocket has successfully put into orbit a U.S. telecommunications satellite, the Intelsat-15.

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