March 2010 - Russia Special Weapons News

Russia Seeks to Eliminate North Caucasus Terrorists VOA 31 Mar 2010 -- At least 12 people were killed on Wednesday in the Russian republic of Dagestan following twin bombings in Moscow on Monday. Islamist militants in Chechnya have claimed responsibility for the Moscow blasts and Russian authorities suspect they are behind the Dagestan attack. Dagestan is one of several republics in Russia's turbulent North Caucasus region.
Chechen Militant Claims Responsibility for Moscow Bombings VOA 31 Mar 2010 -- Chechen rebel leader Doku Umarov has claimed responsibility for Monday's suicide bombings in the Moscow subway system.
Russia may supply Soviet-era engines for U.S. space rockets RIA Novosti 31 Mar 2010 -- Russia could soon sign a contract with a U.S. space company on the delivery of Soviet-era rocket boosters in support of the development of the Taurus II space launch vehicle, a Russian newspaper said on Wednesday.
Umarov Purportedly Claims Moscow Metro Blasts RFE/RL 31 Mar 2010 -- In a new video posted to an Islamist website, Chechen rebel leader Doku Umarov appears to claim responsibility for two suicide bombings on the Moscow metro system that killed at least 39 people.
Russian Authorities Warn of Possible New Attacks RFE/RL 31 Mar 2010 -- The images are grim: photos of two dead young women who Russian police say detonated twin metro blasts that killed 39 people and injured more than 70 on March 29.
Twin Bombings Kill 12 In Daghestan As Moscow Mourns Blast Victims RFE/RL 31 Mar 2010 -- BUG: the mark does not exist in the description file
Medvedev vows not to allow terrorists to destabilize Russia RIA Novosti 31 Mar 2010 -- Terrorists will not be allowed to destabilize the situation in Russia, President Dmitry Medvedev said on Wednesday following two double bombings in Dagestan and Moscow.
12 killed in south Russia twin bombings days after Moscow attacks RIA Novosti 31 Mar 2010 -- Twin blasts rocked Russia's North Caucasus region of Dagestan on Wednesday, killing at least 12 people, just two days after two metro suicide bombings in Moscow.
Single terrorist group may be behind Moscow, Dagestan bombings - Putin RIA Novosti 31 Mar 2010 -- A single terrorist group may be behind the bombings in Moscow and Dagestan, Russian Prime Minister Vladimir Putin said on Wednesday.
More Suicide Bomb Attacks in Russia VOA 31 Mar 2010 -- Two suicide bombers have killed at least 12 people in Russia's volatile North Caucasus region. The attacks occurred two days after at least 39 people were killed in dual suicide bombings in Moscow's metro system.
French warship to arrive in Russian port, participate in naval exercises RIA Novosti 30 Mar 2010 -- A French anti-aircraft frigate will arrive on Tuesday to the northern Russian port of Severomorsk to participate in joint naval exercises, a Russian Navy spokesman said.
U.S. urges more discussions of Russian-French Mistral deal RIA Novosti 30 Mar 2010 -- A possible deal between Russia and France on the purchase of a Mistral-class amphibious assault ship should be thoroughly analyzed, a U.S. deputy secretary of state said.
In Wake Of Metro Bombings, Putin's War On Terror Is Under Fire RFE/RL 30 Mar 2010 -- FSB Director Aleksandr Bortnikov, Interior Minister Rashid Nurgaliyev, and Moscow police chief Vladimir Kolokoltsev -- should lose their jobs.
Moscow Mourns 39 Victims Of Metro Blasts RFE/RL 30 Mar 2010 -- Moscow is observing an official day of mourning for the 39 people killed in the twin suicide bombings on the city's metro.
Terrorists will be 'dragged out from the sewers' - Putin RIA Novosti 30 Mar 2010 -- Finding the organizers of the terrorist attacks in the Moscow metro is a matter of honor for the security agencies, Russian Prime Minister Vladimir Putin said during questions at a conference on transport security on Tuesday.
Russia moves to toughen terrorism-related laws RIA Novosti 30 Mar 2010 -- Russian President Dmitry Medvedev told top judicial officials on Monday that the country's laws concerning terrorism-related crimes should be reviewed.
Medvedev Calls for New Anti-Terrorism Laws as Russia Mourns VOA 30 Mar 2010 -- Russian President Dmitri Medvedev is calling for new laws to combat terrorism, as Moscow holds a day of mourning for 39 people killed Monday in twin suicide bombings on Moscow's metro.
Russia, Greece to hold joint naval drills in 2010 RIA Novosti 30 Mar 2010 -- The Russian and Greek navies will conduct joint exercises in 2010 as part of a bilateral military cooperation action plan, the Russian Defense Ministry said on Tuesday.
Russian nuclear cruiser sails on mission in Indian Ocean RIA Novosti 30 Mar 2010 -- The Russian nuclear-powered cruiser Pyotr Veliky (Peter the Great) set sail from its base in Severomorsk on Tuesday on a tour-of-duty in the Indian Ocean, RIA Novosti reported from the board of the ship.
New START treaty faces unclear future RIA Novosti 30 Mar 2010
Russia needs independent policy on North Korea - experts RIA Novosti 30 Mar 2010 -- North Korea is unlikely to give up its nuclear program and Russia has to take this fact into account to adjust its policy towards the reclusive Communist state, Russian experts said on Tuesday.
Russia moves to enact Security Council sanctions against N Korea RIA Novosti 30 Mar 2010 -- Russian President Dmitry Medvedev has signed a decree on Russia implementing beefed-up UN Security Council sanctions against North Korea over a nuclear test last year.
Russia, IAEA Agree To Establish World's First Nuclear Fuel Bank RFE/RL 29 Mar 2010 -- Russia has signed a deal with the UN's nuclear watchdog, the International Atomic Energy Agency (IAEA), to set up the world's first nuclear fuel bank of low-enriched uranium for countries that need fuel for civilian purposes, including nuclear power plants.
Russia Faces Continuing Problems in the Northern Caucasus VOA 29 Mar 2010 -- Authorities in Russia suspect a connection between Monday's subway bombings in Moscow and rebel activity in the country's troubled Northern Caucasus. The region has a centuries-long history of resistance to Russian rule.
US Wants Nuclear Treaty with Russia Ratified this Year VOA 29 Mar 2010 -- U.S. President Barack Obama and his Russian counterpart Dmitri Medvedev are set to sign a nuclear arms reduction treaty on April 8 that will reduce the atomic arsenals of the two largest nuclear powers. After the treaty is signed, the U.S. Senate and the Russian Duma must ratify the treaty before it becomes binding. A senior U.S. official says she hopes to have it ratified by year's end.
Moscow metro bomb blasts kill 40 people IRNA 29 Mar 2010 -- 40 people were killed and 37 injured after two bomb blasts ripped through two packed metro stations in Moscow Monday.
FSB Suspects North Caucasus Link In Deadly Moscow Bombings RFE/RL 29 Mar 2010 -- The head of Russia's national security agency says insurgents linked to the North Caucasus region are suspected of carrying out two bombings on Moscow's metro system that killed at least 38 people.
Moscow subway bombings kill 38, are condemned worldwide (WRAPUP 2) RIA Novosti 29 Mar 2010 -- Two terrorist attacks on the Moscow subway on Monday killed 38 people and left over 60 injured, forcing enhanced security measures across Russia and drawing international condemnation.
Interpol ready to help Russia investigate Moscow subway attacks RIA Novosti 29 Mar 2010 -- International police agency Interpol has offered to help Russian authorities investigate the Moscow subway explosions, pledging its "full support and assistance."
Terrorists responsible for Moscow blasts will be eliminated - Putin (WRAPUP 1) RIA Novosti 29 Mar 2010 -- The terrorists behind the two blasts that killed at least 38 people in the Moscow metro system on Monday morning will be eliminated, Russian Prime Minister Vladimir Putin vowed.
Obama condemns Moscow subway blasts RIA Novosti 29 Mar 2010 -- U.S. President Barack Obama condemned Monday's deadly terrorist attacks on the Moscow subway, calling them "heinous," and expressed his condolences to the Russian people.
Terrorists responsible for Moscow blasts will be eliminated - Putin (WRAPUP) RIA Novosti 29 Mar 2010 -- The terrorists behind the two blasts that killed at least 37 people in the Moscow metro system on Monday morning will be eliminated, Russian Prime Minister Vladimir Putin vowed.
Total of 6 kg in TNT used in Moscow subway blasts RIA Novosti 29 Mar 2010 -- The two bombs in the Moscow subway blasts that killed 37 and injured at least 65 people had the equivalent of up to 4 kg and 2 kg of TNT, the Federal Security Service (FSB) director said on Monday.
Putin sure blasts organizers to be punished, orders $10,000 allocation to victims' families RIA Novosti 29 Mar 2010 -- Russian Prime Minister Vladimir Putin has no doubts that the organizers of the deadly blasts in the Moscow subway carried out on Monday morning will be punished.
North Caucasus terrorists may be linked to Moscow blasts - FSB RIA Novosti 29 Mar 2010 -- Terrorists from Russia's volatile North Caucasus may have been responsible for Monday morning's blasts in the Moscow metro, the head of the country's Federal Security Service (FSB) said.
Female suicide bomber blamed for deadly Moscow metro blast RIA Novosti 29 Mar 2010 -- At least one of the two bombs which killed over 30 people in the central Moscow metro system on Monday morning was carried out by a female suicide bomber using plastic explosives, Russia's top investigator said.
UN chief deplores deadly bombings in Moscow’s subway system UN News Centre 29 Mar 2010 -- Secretary-General Ban Ki-moon strongly condemned this morning’s twin suicide bombings in the Moscow subway system that have killed dozens of people and injured scores more.
Russia Suspects Northern Caucasus in Moscow Subway Bombing VOA 29 Mar 2010 -- Senior Russian officials say terrorists from the troubled Northern Caucasus could be behind two deadly explosions that ripped through Moscow's subway during morning rush hour on Monday. Female suicide bombers are suspected of carrying out the bomb attacks that killed at least 38 people and injured dozens more.
Chairman’s Corner: Solidly Behind New START Treaty AFPS 29 Mar 2010 -- As I stated during a March 26 news conference, the vice chairman, the Joint Chiefs, our combatant commanders around the world, and I stand solidly behind this new START treaty. We greatly appreciate the trust and confidence placed in us by the president and by Secretary Gates throughout this process. We are also satisfied with our opportunity to provide counsel, make recommendations, and to help shape the final agreements.
Russia to set aside 40 tons of low-enriched uranium for guaranteed pool RIA Novosti 29 Mar 2010 -- Russia will set aside 40 metric tons of low-enriched uranium by the end of this year to provide guaranteed services of the nuclear fuel cycle, Russia's civilian nuclear power chief said on Monday.
Russian foreign minister to start Canada tour with Arctic talks RIA Novosti 29 Mar 2010 -- Russian Foreign Minister Sergei Lavrov will attend an Arctic Five ministerial meeting on Monday as part of his two-day visit to Canada.
Moscow Metro Rocked By Explosions RFE/RL 29 Mar 2010 -- Two explosions at subway stations in the Russian capital of Moscow have killed scores of people.
U.S. missile shield plans to get no advantage from new treaty - Lavrov RIA Novosti 28 Mar 2010 -- The new Russian-U.S. strategic arms reduction treaty to be signed soon, contains no clauses making it easier for the U.S. to build a missile shield posing a threat to Russia, Foreign Minister Sergei Lavrov said.
NATO chief welcomes new Russia-U.S. nuclear arms cuts deal RIA Novosti 28 Mar 2010 -- The NATO chief has welcomed a new strategic arms reduction treaty, which will be signed between Russia and the United States soon.
NATO Urges Russia To Help Create 'Security Roof' RFE/RL 27 Mar 2010 -- The head of NATO has called on Russia to help create a vast "security roof" aimed at countering the growing nuclear threat posed by rogue nations such as Iran.
Russian official charged with selling MiG jets for $5 RIA Novosti 27 Mar 2010 -- A former Russian state official has been charged with illegally selling MiG-31 Foxhound aircraft hulls at a price of 153 rubles ($5) each instead of $3.7 million in 2007, investigators said.
Obama, Medvedev Set April Signing for New Strategic Arms Pact VOA 26 Mar 2010 -- President Barack Obama says the new nuclear arms reduction treaty agreed to with Russia after intense negotiations over the last year sends a strong signal that both nations are taking the lead in reducing nuclear weapons. The president and Russian President Dmitry Medvedev set an April 8 date in Prague to sign the treaty, which would reduce the number of nuclear weapons on each side by about one-third.
Briefing by Secretary Clinton, Secretary Gates, Admiral Mullen on the announcement of the new START treaty The White House 26 Mar 2010
Ban welcomes new arms pact between Russia and the United States UN News Centre 26 Mar 2010 -- Secretary-General Ban Ki-moon welcomed today’s agreement reached between Russia and the United States to reduce their arsenals, hailing it as an “important milestone” in global efforts to rid the world of nuclear weapons.
U.S., Russia Agree to New Strategic Arms Reduction Treaty AFPS 26 Mar 2010 -- The United States and Russia have agreed to a new arms reduction treaty that will slash each of their nuclear arsenals by a third and improve the way the terms of the agreement are verified, President Barack Obama announced today.
US, Russia to Sign Nuclear Arms Reduction Treaty April 8 VOA 26 Mar 2010 -- President Barack Obama says the U.S. and Russia have agreed to the most comprehensive arms control agreement in nearly two decades.
Remarks by the President on the Announcement of New START Treaty The White House 26 Mar 2010
UN hopes for no delay in ratification of strategic arms deal RIA Novosti 26 Mar 2010 -- UN Secretary General Ban Ki-moon welcomed the end of negotiations on the new Russian-U.S. nuclear arms reduction treaty, and expressed hope for its ratification as soon as possible.
Tactical nuclear weapons next target for arms control - Lavrov RIA Novosti 26 Mar 2010 -- Talks on the prohibition of tactical nuclear weapons deployment in third countries should be the next step in arms control, the Russian foreign minister said on Friday.
Russia, U.S. to cut nuclear arsenals in seven years under new treaty RIA Novosti 26 Mar 2010 -- The new Russia-U.S. strategic arms reduction treaty stipulates that the two states reduce their nuclear arsenals to the agreed levels in seven years, the chief of the Russian General Staff said on Friday.
Russia, U.S. to sign arms control pact on Apr.8 in Prague RIA Novosti 26 Mar 2010 -- The Russian and U.S. leaders, Dmitry Medvedev and Barack Obama, agreed on Friday that the new arms reduction treaty will be signed on April 8 in Prague.
Russia to boost share in global space market RIA Novosti 26 Mar 2010 -- Russia wants to increase its share in the global space market by building a new space center, the head of Russia's Energia space corporation said on Friday.
Russian tanks: today and tomorrow RIA Novosti 26 Mar 2010 -- The reorganization and re-equipping of the Russian army's tank force has become a high-priority military issue.
Russia, IAEA to sign deal on international nuclear fuel reserve bank RIA Novosti 26 Mar 2010 -- Russia's state-run nuclear power corporation Rosatom and the International Atomic Energy Agency (IAEA) will sign next week an agreement on the creation of an international nuclear fuel reserve bank, a Russian respected business daily said on Friday.
Russia may unveil new 'super-tank' in summer 2010 RIA Novosti 26 Mar 2010 -- Russia's new main battle tank (MBT), the T-95, could be exhibited for the first time at an arms show in the Urals Region this summer, the developer and future manufacturer of the tank has said.
US, Russia Hammer Out New Nuclear Agreement VOA 25 Mar 2010 -- The United States and Russia say a new strategic arms agreement will be formally announced when the presidents of both countries have spoken with one another about it. White House and Russian Foreign Ministry spokesmen say the conversation is expected soon. A new accord would set an auspicious tone for President Barack Obama's nuclear summit in Washington on April 12 and 13. The agreement faced difficult negotiations, and more problems could emerge during ratification in the U.S. Senate.
Russia delivers first 3 helicopter gunships to Brazil RIA Novosti 25 Mar 2010 -- Russia has delivered the first batch of Mi-35M Hind E attack helicopters to Brazil, a Russian state arms exporter said on Thursday.
White House: US, Russia Very Close to Nuclear Treaty VOA 24 Mar 2010 -- A White House official said Wednesday that the United States and Russia are "very close" to an agreement on a nuclear arms reduction treaty. The official says that when a signing ceremony is held, it will be in Prague.
Russia, U.S. Said To Reach Agreement On New Arms Pact RFE/RL 25 Mar 2010 -- Russia and the United States have reportedly resolved all remaining differences on a new arms control treaty and could sign a landmark nuclear arms reduction agreement in Prague in a few weeks.
Russian Air Force denies it violated British airspace RIA Novosti 25 Mar 2010 -- Russia's Air Force has denied claims by Britain that Russian Tu-160 Blackjack strategic bombers violated UK airspace on March 10.
Russia will only buy fully-equipped Mistral from France - Gen. Staff chief RIA Novosti 25 Mar 2010 -- The chief of the Russian General Staff said Thursday that Russia would only buy a fully-equipped Mistral-class amphibious assault ship from France.
Obama, Medvedev poised to sign arms control treaty in Prague RIA Novosti 25 Mar 2010
Signature date for Russia-U.S. arms cut pact not yet set RIA Novosti 25 Mar 2010 -- The date for the signing ceremony of a new strategic arms pact between Russia and the United States has not yet been set, a Russian Foreign Ministry spokesman said on Thursday.
Russian warship to take part in Blackseafor naval drills RIA Novosti 25 Mar 2010 -- The Caesar Kunikov large amphibious landing ship from Russia's Black Sea Fleet will take part in regular Blackseafor naval drills in April, the fleet's press office said on Thursday.
Russian Airborne Troops to hold exercises in northwest Russia RIA Novosti 25 Mar 2010 -- Over 300 paratroopers from the 76th Airborne Division will be airdropped during military exercises in northwest Russia on Thursday, Airborne Troops spokesman Col. Alexander Cherednik said.
Russia, Moldova, Transdnestr peacekeepers to hold joint drills RIA Novosti 24 Mar 2010 -- Peacekeepers from Russia, Moldova and Transdnestr will practice interoperability during joint exercises on March 24-25, the head of the Russian peacekeeping contingent in Transdnestr said on Wednesday.
NATO: Russia Can Contribute More To Afghan War Effort RFE/RL 24 Mar 2010 -- NATO says Russia can contribute to the war effort in Afghanistan by training more counternarcotics agents and providing helicopters to the country's air force.
White House: Nuclear Treaty With Russia Is 'Very Close' VOA 24 Mar 2010 -- U.S. President Barack Obama briefed top lawmakers Wednesday on nuclear treaty negotiations with Russia, in which the two sides appear to be close to full agreement.
Russian bombers fly near U.S. Aleutian Islands during Pacific patrol RIA Novosti 24 Mar 2010 -- Two Russian Tu-95MS Bear strategic bombers have carried out a 15-hour routine patrol mission over the Pacific, including near the U.S. Aleutian Islands, an Air Force spokesman said on Wednesday.
Russia-U.S. arms pact ready, could be signed in Prague - Kremlin source RIA Novosti 24 Mar 2010 -- Russia and the United States have synchronized all the documents on a new strategic arms pact, which could be signed in Prague, a Kremlin source said on Wednesday.
Russia conducts Navy anti-submarine drills in Sea of Japan RIA Novosti 24 Mar 2010 -- A mixed task force from the Russian Pacific Fleet started on Wednesday a series of anti-submarine warfare (ASW) drills in the Sea of Japan, a fleet spokesman said.
Russia, China to build two new reactors at Tianwan nuclear power plant RIA Novosti 24 Mar 2010 -- Russia and China have signed a framework contract for the construction of the second stage of the Tianwan nuclear power plant in China, Russia's nuclear power equipment and service export monopoly Atomstroyexport said on Wednesday.
Vietnam hails military cooperation with Russia RIA Novosti 23 Mar 2010 -- The Vietnamese defense minister said on Tuesday that the current visit of his Russian counterpart to Vietnam would strengthen bilateral military ties, which have seen a significant improvement in the last few years.
Russia says no arms reduction deal without missile defense clause RIA Novosti 23 Mar 2010 -- Russia insists on the inclusion of U.S. missile defenses in Europe in a new strategic arms reduction treaty between the two countries in order to ensure nuclear parity, Russia's top military commander said.
Russian firm denies rumors of U.S. aerial tanker bid RIA Novosti 22 Mar 2010 -- Russia's United Aircraft Corporation (UAC) said on Monday it does not plan to enter a lucrative contract to replace the U.S. Air Force's fleet of aerial tankers.
Russian military gets ready for large-scale drills in Far East RIA Novosti 22 Mar 2010 -- The commander of the Russian Ground Forces has arrived in Russia's Far East to inspect the preparation for upcoming strategic military exercises in the region.
Russia-U.S. arms deal 'on the verge' of finalization RIA Novosti 22 Mar 2010 -- Russia and the United States will finalize a strategic arms reduction pact within days, a Foreign Ministry official said on Monday.
Fate of Russia's Bulava missile must be decided this summer — Navy RIA Novosti 21 Mar 2010 -- The upcoming tests of Russia's troubled Bulava ballistic missile will determine whether it will be put in service with the Russian Navy or scrapped, a senior Navy commander said.
Black Sea Fleet future in Ukraine may become clear in few years RIA Novosti 21 Mar 2010 -- Russia and Ukraine could agree on the extension of the Black Sea Fleet's presence in the Crimea while Viktor Yanukovich serves his first term as Ukrainian president, a Russian lawmaker said.
Thousands Take Part In Antigovernment Protests Across Russia RFE/RL 20 Mar 2010 -- There were communists, democrats, and free-market liberals. There were human rights activists and automobile enthusiasts. There were nationally known opposition leaders and ordinary workers and pensioners.
Authorities Stifle Antigovernment Protests in Kaliningrad RFE/RL 20 Mar 2010 -- Some 2,000 protesters chanted "Freedom!" during an unsanctioned protest under steady rain on a grim Soviet-era square in Russia's Baltic Sea exclave of Kaliningrad. It was part of a series of demonstrations held in cities across the country today.
Russia needs minimum 50 nuclear subs for fleet - Navy Vice Admiral RIA Novosti 20 Mar 2010 -- The Russian Navy ideally needs to have at least 50 nuclear-powered submarines, a high-ranking Navy officer said during a live interview with Ekho Moskvy radio station on Saturday.
Russia Braces For Nationwide Antigovernment Protests RFE/RL 19 Mar 2010 -- Russia is bracing for a day of nationwide antigovernment protests on March 20, with demonstrators set to take to the streets in dozens of cities across the country's 11 time zones.
Australia: Uranium Sales To Russia OK RFE/RL 19 Mar 2010 -- Australia's Trade Minister Simon Crean says selling uranium to Russia would not violate the country's precondition that it only be used for peaceful purposes.
Kaliningrad Prepares To Take On The Kremlin, Again RFE/RL 19 Mar 2010
Russia approves new defense industry policy RIA Novosti 19 Mar 2010 -- Russian President Dmitry Medvedev approved on Friday a long-term policy for the development of the national defense industry.
Russia, U.S. close to signing arms treaty - top diplomats RIA Novosti 19 Mar 2010 -- Russia and the United States are close to signing a new arms reduction treaty, Russian Foreign Minister Sergei Lavrov and U.S. Secretary of State Hillary Clinton said on Friday.
Russian strategic bombers complete 3-day efficiency drills RIA Novosti 19 Mar 2010 -- Russian Tu-95MS Bear strategic bombers have completed a series of efficiency drills, an Air Force spokesman said on Friday.
Russia plans four test launches of Bulava missile in June RIA Novosti 19 Mar 2010 -- The Russian Navy is planning to conduct at least four test launches of the Bulava ballistic missile at the end of June, a senior Navy official told RIA Novosti on Friday.
Clinton In Moscow To Push Iran Sanctions, START Agreement RFE/RL 18 Mar 2010 -- U.S. Secretary of State Hilary Clinton has said that Washington and Moscow are making "substantial progress" in negotiating the Strategic Arms Reduction Treaty (START).
Russia, US Nearing Deal on Arms Reduction VOA 18 Mar 2010 -- Top Russian and U.S. officials say negotiators are close to clinching a new treaty to cut the nuclear arsenals of the two powers.
Clinton Two-Day Moscow Visit to Include Mideast Talks VOA 18 Mar 2010 -- U.S. Secretary of State Hillary Clinton is in Moscow working toward a new strategic arms agreement with Russia.
Russian-U.S. arms deal 'in home stretch' RIA Novosti 18 Mar 2010 -- Russian and U.S. negotiators will wrap up a new strategic arms reduction pact in the very near future, Russian Foreign Minister Sergei Lavrov said on Thursday.
Russia, UN hope arms reduction treaty will be signed soon RIA Novosti 18 Mar 2010 -- Russian President Dmitry Medvedev and UN Secretary General Ban Ki-Moon said on Thursday they hoped a new nuclear disarmament agreement replacing the START 1 treaty will be signed soon.
Russian Air Force receives first 10 new air-defense systems RIA Novosti 18 Mar 2010 -- The first 10 Pantsir S1 (SA-22 Greyhound) antiaircraft surface-to-air missile systems entered service with the Russian Air Force, a Defense Ministry spokesman said on Thursday.
Russian warship to make port call in Oman RIA Novosti 18 Mar 2010 -- A Russian frigate will start on Thursday a two-day visit to the port of Salalah in Oman to replenish water and food supplies for its current anti-piracy mission off the Somali coast, a Navy source said.
Clinton Heads to Moscow for Mideast, Arms Reduction Talks VOA 17 Mar 2010 -- U.S. Secretary of State Hillary Clinton is en route to Moscow for a key international meeting on the Middle East peace process. She also meets with Russian leaders on efforts to conclude a new big-power nuclear arms reduction accord.
Russian Opposition To Take Anti-Putin Protest To The Streets RFE/RL 17 Mar 2010 -- Supporters of an online petition calling for the removal of Russian Prime Minister Vladimir Putin plan to stage an unsanctioned rally this evening in Moscow under the slogan "Putin Must Go."
The future of the Russian Air Force: 10 years on RIA Novosti 17 Mar 2010 -- The Russian Defense Ministry plans to overhaul its air force fleet.
Moscow cries foul over limited access to Arctic deposits RIA Novosti 17 Mar 2010 -- Restrictions on Russia's access to the development of hydrocarbon fields in the Arctic, which accounts for over 25% of global oil and gas reserves, is unacceptable, President Dmitry Medvedev said on Wednesday.
India to get Russian nuclear submarine for 10-year lease - paper RIA Novosti 17 Mar 2010 -- Russia has confirmed its readiness to transfer its Nerpa nuclear-powered attack submarine for a 10 year-lease to India, The Times of India reported on Wednesday citing defense ministry sources.
Russia floats out second Gepard class frigate for Vietnam RIA Novosti 16 Mar 2010 -- Shipbuilders in Russia's republic of Tatarstan floated out a second frigate for the Vietnamese Navy on Tuesday, a spokesman for the Zelenodolsk shipyard said.
Russian arms transfers to North Africa: Fuelling an arms race? RIA Novosti 15 Mar 2010 -- New SIPRI data on global arms transfers published today reveal that Russia remains the second largest arms exporter in the world. According to SIPRI data, the volume of Russian arms exports for 2005-2009 is of a similar level to that for 2000-2004.
Regional Elections Give Russia's Ruling Party Food For Thought RFE/RL 15 Mar 2010 -- Heavily managed regional and local elections in 76 of Russia's 83 federation subjects have given the vast majority of mandates to the ruling United Russia party, according to preliminary results. However, support for the party in percentage terms declined compared to similar polls last October, with the party polling over 50 percent in just four of the eight regions electing regional legislatures.
Russia to float out new nuclear sub on May 7 RIA Novosti 15 Mar 2010 -- A new Russian nuclear-powered multipurpose attack submarine will be floated out on May 7, a shipyard spokesman said on Monday.
Putin defends Russia's Arctic rights, calls for dialogue RIA Novosti 15 Mar 2010 -- Russian Prime Minister Vladimir Putin justified on Monday Russia's claims for the Arctic continental shelf and urged other nations to resolve all controversial issues through dialogue.
Russian Regional Vote Is Mid-Term Test For Medvedev RFE/RL 14 Mar 2010 -- Around 32 million of Russia's 110 million registered voters are eligible to vote in polls, which include elections for eight regional parliaments.
Polls Close In Russia Amid Fraud Allegations RFE/RL 14 Mar 2010 -- Polls have closed in Russia's regional elections with the ruling United Russia and the opposition accusing each other of fraud.
Kremlin says Russia, U.S. near setting date to sign new START pact RIA Novosti 13 Mar 2010 -- The Russian and U.S. presidents discussed on Saturday the negotiations on a new strategic arms reductions treaty and said it was possible to talk about a date for the deal to be signed, the Kremlin said.
4 NATO jets trail 2 Russian bombers over Arctic, Atlantic RIA Novosti 12 Mar 2010 -- Two Russian Tu-160 Blackjack strategic bombers that carried out a routine patrol mission over the Arctic and Atlantic Oceans were shadowed by four NATO fighters, the Defense Ministry said on Friday.
NATO not a threat to Russia - Secretary General Rasmussen RIA Novosti 12 Mar 2010 -- NATO Secretary General Anders Fogh Rasmussen said on Friday the West is no threat to Moscow and that Russia's new military doctrine is off target, the Polish Radio Foreign Service reported.
Russia against developing military ties with Pakistan RIA Novosti 12 Mar 2010 -- Russia is not developing military cooperation with Pakistan, Prime Minister Vladimir Putin said Friday.
Russia keen to help India in N-energy sector: Putin IRNA 12 Mar 2010 -- Assuring India of support in the nuclear energy sector through building of reactors and supply of fuel, Russian Federation Prime Minister Vladimir Putin today said India had expressed keenness in his country's help for disposal of nuclear waste too.
Russia, India Boost Ties On Nuclear Energy, Space, Defense RFE/RL 12 Mar 2010 -- Russian Prime Minister Vladimir Putin oversaw the signing of five pacts with India after meeting in New Delhi with Indian Prime Minister Manmohan Singh and Indian President Pratibha Devisingh Patil.
Russia and India sign major military, nuclear deals RIA Novosti 12 Mar 2010 -- Russia and India signed on Friday a host of high-profile deals during Prime Minister Vladimir Putin's working visit to the country.
India could offer new NPP construction site to Russia RIA Novosti 12 Mar 2010 -- India could provide Russia a third site for the construction of new nuclear power plants, Russia's nuclear chief said Friday.
Russia signs $1.5-bln fighter jet contract with India RIA Novosti 12 Mar 2010 -- Russia and India have signed a $1.5-billion contract on the supplies of 29 more MiG-29K carrier-based fighter jets to New Delhi, the head of the Russian Aircraft Corporation MiG said on Friday.
India, Russia Sign Energy, Defense Deals worth Billions of Dollars VOA 12 Mar 2010 -- A short visit to India by Russian Prime Minister Vladimir Putin has allowed New Delhi and Moscow to strengthen their strategic partnership, which has had its ups and downs since the end of the Cold War era.
Gorbachev's Legacy Examined, 25 Years After His Rise To Power RFE/RL 11 Mar 2010
Putin Visiting India For Defense, Nuclear Deals RFE/RL 11 Mar 2010 -- Russian Prime Minister Vladimir Putin is due in India today.
India allocates $2.3 bln for Admiral Gorshkov aircraft carrier upgrade RIA Novosti 11 Mar 2010 -- The Indian government's security committee has approved the allocation of $2.3 billion to retrofit the Admiral Gorshkov aircraft carrier (INS Vikramaditya), the IANS news agency reported Thursday.
Russia-India military transport plane could be ready by 2018 RIA Novosti 11 Mar 2010 -- A new Russian-Indian military transport plane could make its maiden flight by 2018, the head of the Hindustan Aeronautics Limited (HAL) said.
U.S. lifts sanctions against Russian space company RIA Novosti 11 Mar 2010 -- The U.S. government has lifted sanctions against the Russian space organization Glavkosmos, the U.S. Federal Register said on Thursday.
India, Russia agree details of joint 5G-fighter project RIA Novosti 11 Mar 2010 -- India and Russia have agreed in general on shared responsibility for the joint development of the fifth-generation fighter, the chairman of the Hindustan Aeronautics Limited (HAL) said.
Russian warships to join Victory Day parade in Ukraine's Crimea RIA Novosti 11 Mar 2010 -- Russian and Ukrainian warships will for the first time jointly take part in celebrations for the 65th anniversary of the victory over Nazi Germany, a spokesman for Ukraine's Black Sea port of Sevastopol said on Thursday.
Russian Prime Minister Making Brief, Important Visit to India VOA 11 Mar 2010 -- Russia Prime Minister Vladimir Putin is expected to discuss several bilateral issues during a brief visit to India.
NATO commander backs cooperation with Russia on missile defense RIA Novosti 10 Mar 2010 -- The new U.S. adoptive approach for European missile defense includes the possibility of using a Russian radar system as part of an integrated system, NATO's top military officer has said.
Interview: Garry Kasparov Talks About Putin's Endgame RFE/RL 10 Mar 2010 -- Former world chess champion and current Kremlin gadfly Garry Kasparov sat down recently with RFE/RL Azerbaijani Service correspondent Ibragim Bayamduroglu to talk about the Russian political landscape.
Russia will not accept U.S. threat to its nuclear deterrent - Lavrov RIA Novosti 10 Mar 2010 -- Russia can not allow U.S. plans to deploy elements of its missile shield in Europe to threaten the effectiveness of its nuclear deterrent, Russian Foreign Minister Sergei Lavrov said on Wednesday.
Russian lawmaker questions plans for Mistral purchase RIA Novosti 10 Mar 2010 -- Plans to buy an expensive helicopter carrier from France could hinder the development of Russia's defense industry, a Russian lawmaker said on Wednesday.
Russia's Strategic Missile Forces conduct large-scale drills RIA Novosti 10 Mar 2010 -- More than 2,000 servicemen from Russia's Strategic Missile Forces (SMF) are taking part in large-scale command-and-staff exercises that started on Wednesday, a military spokesman said.
Russian military denies plans to buy Italian armored vehicles RIA Novosti 10 Mar 2010 -- The Russian Defense Ministry dismissed on Wednesday media reports that it was planning to purchase a large number of armored vehicles from Italy.
Iranian missiles pose no threat to U.S. and Europe - Lavrov RIA Novosti 10 Mar 2010 -- Iran currently has no missiles capable of striking Europe and the U.S., Russian Foreign Minister Sergei Lavrov said on Wednesday.
Indian nuclear energy chief: Russia has an advantage: it has a reactor, others can only show papers RIA Novosti 10 Mar 2010
India, Russia could clinch deal on new nuclear power units in April RIA Novosti 10 Mar 2010 -- Russia and India are close to signing a contract on the construction of the third and fourth power units at the Kudankulam nuclear power plant, Indian atomic industry officials said Wednesday.
India may join Russia in establishing Angarsk nuclear fuel bank RIA Novosti 10 Mar 2010 -- India may join Russia's nuclear center of a low-enriched uranium (LEU) reserves project in Angarsk, the chairman of India's Atomic Energy Research Commission said.
Russia to sign deal with South Ossetia on military base RIA Novosti 09 Mar 2010 -- Russian President Dmitry Medvedev on Tuesday instructed the Defense Ministry to hold talks with South Ossetia on signing an agreement on a Russian military base in the former Georgian republic.
Moscow blames U.S. negotiators for slow progress on arms deal RIA Novosti 09 Mar 2010 -- In a rare albeit implicit criticism of its U.S. counterparts, Moscow indicated on Tuesday that a new Russian-U.S. arms reduction deal could have been prepared earlier if negotiators had followed the principles laid out by the two sides.
Russia-U.S. arms cuts deal to include missile defense link - Lavrov RIA Novosti 09 Mar 2010 -- A new Russia-U.S. treaty on strategic arms reductions will link offensive and defensive armaments, Russian Foreign Minister Sergei Lavrov said Tuesday.
Russia says ready to establish nuclear fuel bank by yearend RIA Novosti 09 Mar 2010 -- Russia will provide by the end of 2010 the first batch of low-enriched uranium for an international nuclear fuel reserve bank under control of the UN nuclear watchdog, the head of Russia's state-run nuclear power corporation Rosatom said.
Military reform in times of crisis RIA Novosti 09 Mar 2010
Ukraine Promises 'New Page' in Moscow Ties RFE/RL 05 Mar 2010 -- Ukraine's new President Viktor Yanukovych promised to restore relations with Russia today during his first trip to Moscow since Ukrainians last month voted out their former pro-Western leadership that took power in the Orange Revolution.
Georgian Opposition Leader Says No Need To Fear Russian Attack RFE/RL 05 Mar 2010 -- Former Georgian parliament speaker and opposition leader Nino Burjanadze says there are no grounds to believe that Russia is preparing to annex more Georgian territory, RFE/RL's Georgian Service reports.
Russian military yet to identify causes of Bulava missile's woes RIA Novosti 05 Mar 2010 -- The Russian military is still working to establish the reasons for the misfiring of the troubled Bulava ballistic missile, Defense Minister Anatoly Serdyukov said on Friday.
Russia to maintain but not build up nuclear deterrent - Medvedev RIA Novosti 05 Mar 2010 -- Russia is not planning to build up its strategic potential, but will keep its nuclear weapons, President Dmitry Medvedev said on Friday.
Russia completes rotation of peacekeepers in Chad RIA Novosti 05 Mar 2010 -- Russia has sent the second group of service personnel from Russia's aviation group to Chad as part of a UN operation in the region, an Air Force spokesman said.
Cooperation with Russia should become NATO's top priority — report RIA Novosti 04 Mar 2010 -- Closer cooperation with Russia should become a major foreign policy priority for NATO, but better relations with Moscow cannot come at the expense of the security of eastern European alliance members, an influential U.S. foreign policy research center has said.
NATO plans military exercises near Russian border RIA Novosti 04 Mar 2010 -- NATO has announced it will hold military exercises involving fighter planes over the Baltic Sea this month, the first in a series of military drills to be held this year near the Russian border.
Putin views reopening of Russia-Georgia border as positive sign RIA Novosti 04 Mar 2010 -- Prime Minister Vladimir Putin said on Thursday that the reopening of the only land border crossing between Russia and Georgia was a sign of improving ties between the two countries.
Russia carries out successful test of Sineva ICBM</a> RIA Novosti 04 Mar 2010 -- Russia successfully test-launched a Sineva intercontinental ballistic missile from a submarine in the Barents Sea on Thursday, a Defense Ministry spokesman said.

Russia, India to sign $4 billion military technical cooperation contracts RIA Novosti 04 Mar 2010 -- Russia and India are expected to sign three contracts in military technical cooperation totaling $4 billion, including retrofitting the Admiral Gorshkov aircraft carrier during Russian Prime Minister Vladimir Putin's visit to India, Vedomosti Russian daily reported.
Russia reaffirms commitment to destroy chemical weapons by 2012 RIA Novosti 03 Mar 2010 -- Russia will complete the construction of chemical weapon destruction plants in 2011 and will destroy all chemical weapons stockpiles by 2012, a government official said on Wednesday.
Russia holds Black Sea drills 'under NATO's watchful eye' RIA Novosti 03 Mar 2010 -- The Russian Black Sea Fleet practiced an amphibious landing of troops on the coast of Abkhazia as a nearby NATO vessel observed, a Russian Navy source said on Wednesday.
Russia's United Aircraft Corporation to double production by 2012 RIA Novosti 02 Mar 2010 -- Russia's United Aircraft Corporation (UAC) is to double production by 2012 from 2009 to 200 planes, the company said on Tuesday.
Russia, India to develop joint 5G-fighter by 2016 RIA Novosti 02 Mar 2010 -- A Russian-Indian fifth-generation fighter jet could be developed by 2015-2016, a Russian defense industry official said on Tuesday.
France to pay Russia $1 billion for 14 Soyuz carrier rockets RIA Novosti 02 Mar 2010 -- France has put aside some $1 billion to buy 14 Soyuz carrier rockets from Russia, French satellite launch firm Arianespace CEO Jean-Yves Le Gall said Tuesday.
Russian spacecraft successfully orbits 3 Glonass satellites RIA Novosti 02 Mar 2010 -- A Proton-M carrier rocket has successfully orbited three Glonass satellites, a spokesman for the Space Forces said on Tuesday.
Russia close to arms reductions deal with U.S. - Medvedev RIA Novosti 02 Mar 2010 -- President Dmitry Medvedev said on Monday that Russia and the United States are close to completing negotiations on a new treaty on strategic arms cuts, and expressed the hope that the document could be signed soon.
India set to buy 42 more Russian Su-30 fighter jets RIA Novosti 02 Mar 2010 -- India and Russia are negotiating a new contract on the delivery of 42 Su-30MKI to the Indian Air Force, an Indian newspaper reported on Tuesday, citing military sources.
Georgia-Russia Border Crossing Reopened RFE/RL 01 Mar 2010 -- Georgia has reopened a Caucasus mountain border crossing with Russia that has been closed for more than three years amid hostilities between the two countries.
New Russian fighter to make 2,000 flights before production starts RIA Novosti 01 Mar 2010 -- Russia's fifth-generation jet fighter, the T-50, is to undergo more than 2,000 flight tests before full-scale production starts, Prime Minister Vladimir Putin said Monday.
Russia's 5th generation jet fighter to start tests in April RIA Novosti 01 Mar 2010 -- Russia's fifth-generation jet fighter, the T-50, will start a standard flight test program in April, a source at the Sukhoi aircraft maker said on Monday.
Russia, U.S. make progress on arms cuts treaty - Foreign Ministry RIA Novosti 01 Mar 2010 -- Russia and the United States made considerable headway last month on a new strategic arms reductions pact, and talks will continue March 9, the Russian Foreign Ministry said Monday.

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