February 2012 - Russia Special Weapons News

Israel Helped Russia Hack Georgian Drones – Wikileaks RIA Novosti 29 Feb 2012 -- A swap deal between Russia and Israel in 2008 provided secret codes for Georgian drones and information on Iranian missile systems.
Russia Sees No Progress at Missile Defense Talks RIA Novosti 29 Feb 2012 -- Russia has seen no progress in missile defense talks with NATO.
Russia’s Baltic Radar to Go on Stream 2014 RIA Novosti 29 Feb 2012 -- Russia’s new radar in the Baltic exclave of Kaliningrad will go into operation in 2014.
Russia Signs Contract for Navy MiG-29K Fighter RIA Novosti 29 Feb 2012 -- The Russian Defense Ministry has signed a contract with aircraft maker MiG for the delivery of 20 MiG-29K and four MiG-29KUB carrier-based fighter aircraft.
Russia Lays down New Warship at Baltic Shipyard RIA Novosti 29 Feb 2012 -- Construction of a Project 11356 frigate was launched at the Yantar shipyard in Russia’s Baltic exclave of Kaliningrad.
Pilot of Crashed Su-30 Jet Hospitalized RIA Novosti 29 Feb 2012 -- The pilot of the Su-30 fighter jet that crashed on Tuesday in Russia’s Far East has been admitted to hospital with multiple rib fractures.
Tajikistan Wants Russia To Pay Rent For Military Bases RFE/RL 29 Feb 2012 -- Tajikistan's ambassador to Russia says his country expects Russia to pay rent for bases it uses on Tajik territory.
Two Men Sentenced in Russia Power Plant Attack RIA Novosti 29 Feb 2012 -- The Supreme Court of Kabardino-Balkaria sentenced two people involved in a 2010 attack on a hydropower plant in the North Caucasus republic to 14 years in prison.
Ukraine Awaits Request to Extradite Putin Plot Suspects RIA Novosti 29 Feb 2012 -- The Ukrainian Prosecutor General’s Office will consider the extradition of the suspects in an alleged plot to assassinate Russian Prime Minister Vladimir Putin only after it receives an official request from Russia.
If Elected Russian President, Putin Faces Tough Choices VOA 29 Feb 2012 -- Russians go to the polls Sunday to elect a new president. There's much at stake for the former president, Prime Minister Vladimir Putin.
OSCE Observers Arrive For Presidential Poll RIA Novosti 29 Feb 2012 -- Observers from the Organization for Security and Cooperation in Europe will arrive in Russia to monitor presidential elections on March 4.
Putin Warns of ‘Sacrificial Killing’ RIA Novosti 29 Feb 2012 -- The opposition may stage provocations, including “bumping off” some high-profile figure and blaming it on the authorities, Russian Prime Minister and presidential hopeful Vladimir Putin said.
Military Embezzlers 'Traitors' - Minister RIA Novosti 28 Feb 2012 -- Officials embezzling Russia's state defense funds are traitors, the deputy prime minister in charge of the military said.
Su-30 Caught Fire Before Crash – Investigators RIA Novosti 28 Feb 2012 -- The crew of a Su-30 fighter that crashed in Russia’s Far East reported an engine fire before the crash.
Su-24 Bombers Resume Flights After Crash RIA Novosti 28 Feb 2012 -- Russia has partially resumed flights of Su-24 Fencer tactical bombers after one of them crashed in Russia’s Urals.
Russia to Lay Down New Frigate for Navy RIA Novosti 28 Feb 2012 -- The Yantar Shipyard in the Baltic exclave of Kaliningrad will start on Wednesday the construction of a new Krivak IV class frigate for Russia's Black Sea Fleet.
Russia To Modernize Iconic Kalashnikov Assault Rifle RFE/RL 28 Feb 2012 -- Russia has announced plans to modernize the Kalashnikov AK-47 assault rifle, the mainstay of the Russian Army and weapon of choice for paramilitaries and gangsters around the world.
Critics Say Putin Assassination Plot Tied to Sunday Vote VOA 28 Feb 2012 -- Less than one week before Russia's presidential election, voters are digesting an announcement that police uncovered a plot to kill the main candidate, Prime Minister Vladimir Putin.
Putin Plot Suspects Unlikely to Be Extradited RIA Novosti 28 Feb 2012 -- The suspects in an alleged plot to assassinate Russian Prime Minister Vladimir Putin will not be extradited to Russia until they serve prison time for crimes committed in Ukraine.
Largest Arms Sales List Includes 11 Russian Firms RIA Novosti 27 Feb 2012 -- Eleven Russian firms are included in a rating of the world's largest arms-producing companies.
Russia to Address Illegal Production of Russian Arms RIA Novosti 27 Feb 2012 -- The Russian government is planning to take serious measures to fight counterfeit production of Russian weaponry in foreign countries.
'Foiled Murder Plot' Raises Eyebrows Among Putin Critics RFE/RL 27 Feb 2012 -- Russian media are abuzz with reports that secret services have foiled a plan to murder Vladimir Putin.
Alleged Plot To Kill Putin Foiled RFE/RL 27 Feb 2012 -- Security forces in Russia and Ukraine say they have thwarted a plot to assassinate Russian Prime Minister Vladimir Putin.
FACTBOX: Assassination Plots Against Vladimir Putin RIA Novosti 27 Feb 2012 -- Russian and Ukrainian special services have arrested a group of suspects over a plot to assassinate Prime Minister Vladimir Putin.
Putin Assassination Plot Details Uncovered RIA Novosti 27 Feb 2012 -- The Russian Federal Security Service confirmed on Monday that it had received information about a “terrorist attack” plotted against “Russia’s leadership.”
Moscow Irate over New WikiLeaks Reports RIA Novosti 27 Feb 2012 -- Media reports alleging that Russian Prosecutor General Yury Chaika may have collaborated with foreign intelligence services is a provocation.
Russia to Conduct Inspection Flights over Italy RIA Novosti 27 Feb 2012 -- A plane carrying Russian military observers will make a series of inspection flights over Italy under the Open Skies Treaty on February 27-March 2.
Russian Defense Minister Vows To Pay Rent For Kyrgyz Base RFE/RL 27 Feb 2012 -- Russia's defense minister says Moscow will fully pay overdue rental fees for a military facility in Kyrgyzstan by the end of February.
Russia Pledges to Repay Debt for Kyrgyz Base RIA Novosti 27 Feb 2012 -- Russia plans to repay its $15 million debt to Kyrgyzstan for the lease of military facilities until the end of February.
No Need For Russian Air Base Says New Kyrgyz President RIA Novosti 27 Feb 2012 -- Kyrgyz President Almazbek Atambayev has called for a Russian air base in the country to be closed, saying neither Russia or Kyrgyzstan need it.
Russia, Norway to Conduct Joint Naval Drills in May RIA Novosti 27 Feb 2012 -- The Russian Northern Fleet and the Norwegian Navy will conduct the Pomor-2012 joint drills in the Arctic in May.
Russia Pitches Baltic Nuclear Plant to Europe RIA Novosti 27 Feb 2012 -- Russia is holding talks with European energy companies on building the Baltic nuclear power plant in the Russian exclave of Kaliningrad.
Russia to Clear Military Base Lease Debt with Kyrgyzstan RIA Novosti 25 Feb 2012 -- The Kremlin confirmed that Russia would fully pay off its $15-million debt to Kyrgyzstan for leasing military facilities there.
Russia's Prime Minister Vows Military Spending Hike VOA 24 Feb 2012 -- After weeks of verbal attacks on the United States, Russian Prime Minister Vladimir Putin has unveiled a massive new military spending plan.
No Unilateral Disarmament for Russia - Putin RIA Novosti 24 Feb 2012 -- Russia will not take any unilateral steps on nuclear disarmament, because any moves toward disarmament need to be general and comprehensive.
Sukhoi to Remain Top Combat Aircraft Seller Until 2015 RIA Novosti 24 Feb 2012 -- Russia’s Sukhoi aircraft maker will remain among the top three exporters of fighter jets until at least 2015.
Moscow Dismisses Tbilisi Claim on Russian Atrocities RIA Novosti 24 Feb 2012 -- The Russian Investigative Committee dismissed as “ungrounded” Georgian claims about Russian troop atrocities during the brief 2008 Russian-Georgian war.
Russia to Revamp Ballistic Missile Arsenal by 2020 RIA Novosti 22 Feb 2012 -- The share of new weaponry in the arsenal of Russia’s Strategic Missile Forces (SMF) will reach 97% by 2020.
Russia to Launch 100 Military Satellites in Next Decade RIA Novosti 22 Feb 2012 -- Russia is planning to launch at least 100 military satellites in the next 10 years to boost its reconnaissance and missile detection capabilities.
Russia to Rebuild Military Airfields near NATO Borders RIA Novosti 22 Feb 2012 -- The Russian Defense Ministry will modernize two airfields in its Baltic exclave of Kaliningrad.
Russian Military Plans to Buy Foreign Helicopters RIA Novosti 22 Feb 2012 -- The Russian Defense Ministry is planning to buy at least 45 light multipurpose helicopters from a foreign manufacturer.
Estonians Suspected Of Spying For Russia RFE/RL 22 Feb 2012 -- Police in Estonia have detained a longtime security official and his wife on suspicion of spying for Russia.
Estonian Accused of Spying for Russia RIA Novosti 22 Feb 2012 -- An official with Estonia’s security police has been arrested on suspicion of spying for Russia.
Russia to Launch 2 Glonass Satellites in 2012 RIA Novosti 22 Feb 2012 -- Russia will launch two Glonass satellites in 2012 to expand its global satellite navigation network in orbit.
Medvedev: Russia Will Counter U.S. Missile Defense RIA Novosti 21 Feb 2012 -- Russia will continue with the overhaul of its missile defense unless the United States drops its plans or proposes a scheme for a joint effort.
S-400 Missiles Deployed in W. Russia RIA Novosti 21 Feb 2012 -- New S-400 Triumf air defense systems have been delivered to Russia’s Western Military District and will be put on alert duty in a month.
Russia to Field First Arctic Brigade in 2015 RIA Novosti 21 Feb 2012 -- The first motorized rifle arctic brigade will be deployed in 2015.
Northern Shipyard to Build 13 Warships for Russian Navy RIA Novosti 21 Feb 2012 -- Russia's Northern Shipyard (Severnaya Verf) has a contract with the Defense Ministry to build a total of 13 warships for the Russian Navy.
Russian Nuclear Sub to Arrive in India on March 30-31 RIA Novosti 21 Feb 2012 -- A Russian nuclear-powered attack submarine, the K-152 Nerpa, which has been leased to the Indian Navy, will arrive in that country on March 30-31.
Russian Air Force to Receive New Attack Aircraft by 2020 RIA Novosti 21 Feb 2012 -- The deliveries of new close air support aircraft to the Russian Air Force will start by 2020.
Russian Army to Get Boomerangs in 2013 RIA Novosti 21 Feb 2012 -- The Russian Army will take delivery of the first Boomerang armored personnel carriers in 2013.
Medvedev Discusses Jackson-Vanik Repeal with U.S. Senator RIA Novosti 21 Feb 2012 -- Russian President Dmitry Medvedev discussed the prospect of repealing the Cold War-era Jackson-Vanik Amendment, a major hurdle in bilateral trade, with Max Baucus, chairman of the U.S. Senate Committee on Finance.
Bulava Missile More Dangerous to Russia than to Enemy - Experts RIA Novosti 20 Feb 2012 -- Russian experts questioned how wise it is to adopt the troubled Bulava intercontinental missile for service.
Putin Pledges 400 ICBMs for Russia in Ten Years RIA Novosti 20 Feb 2012 -- Russia’s armed forces will receive over 400 modern intercontinental ballistic missiles, more than 100 military spacecraft and over 2,300 new tanks within the next ten years.
Foreign Military Hardware Should Give Russia Technology - PM RIA Novosti 20 Feb 2012 -- Purchases of military hardware abroad should not replace Russia’s own armament production, Prime Minister and presidential candidate Vladimir Putin wrote.
Putin Warns Against Defense Contract Gouging RIA Novosti 20 Feb 2012 -- Any attempts to overprice arms and military equipment delivered under government defense contracts will be relentlessly suppressed, Russian Prime Minister Vladimir Putin said.
Putin Speaks for Investment in Defense RIA Novosti 20 Feb 2012 -- Substantial investment in Russia’s defense sector, in particular, the armaments program, will be positive for the country’s economy, Prime Minister and presidential candidate Vladimir Putin said.
Putin Proposes Vast Rearmament, Military Reform RFE/RL 20 Feb 2012 -- Russian Prime Minister Vladimir Putin has outlined plans for military reform and rearmament that would see the Russian government spending 23 trillion rubles (some $770 billion) over a 10-year period.
Medvedev Meets With Opposition Protest Leaders RFE/RL 20 Feb 2012 -- Russian President Dmitry Medvedev has met with opposition leaders to discuss easing the rules on registering political parties and other political reforms.
Medvedev to Meet with Opposition Leaders RIA Novosti 20 Feb 2012 -- Russian President Dmitry Medvedev will meet with the leaders of unregistered political parties to discuss political reform in the country.
Putin: Almost $800 Billion For Military RFE/RL 19 Feb 2012 -- Putin says over the course of the next 10 years, 23 trillion rubles ($770 billion) will be spent on the Russian military.
General Explains Human Factor in Failed Bulava Launches RIA Novosti 18 Feb 2012 -- Unsuccessful launches of Bulava intercontinental ballistic missile happened due to human factor.
Russia Lays Down New Corvette for Pacific Fleet RIA Novosti 18 Feb 2012 -- The Amur Shipyard in Russia’s Far East has started the construction of a new Steregushchy class corvette for the Russian Pacific Fleet.
Kyrgyz President Says He'll Demand Overdue Base Fees From Russia RFE/RL 17 Feb 2012 -- Kyrgyzstan's President Almazbek Atambaev says he plans to demand overdue fees for Russian military assets on Kyrgyz soil.
New Russian Tank to Appear in 2013 RIA Novosti 17 Feb 2012 -- Russia will complete the first prototype of the new Armata main battle tank by 2013 and begin production and deliveries in 2015.
Early Elections Start In Russia RFE/RL 17 Feb 2012 -- Starting on February 17, early presidential elections are being held in remote areas of the vast country.
Russia to Put More RS-24 Missiles on Combat Duty in 2012 RIA Novosti 16 Feb 2012 -- A second regiment of the Teikovo Missile Division in central Russia will be fully equipped with Yars mobile ballistic missile systems.
Russia Must Build Two Variants of 5G Fighter RIA Novosti 16 Feb 2012 -- Russian aircraft manufacturers must develop at least two competitive prototypes of a fifth-generation fighter jet.
Russian Arms Designer Warns of Problems With Defense Orders RIA Novosti 16 Feb 2012 -- The current standoff between arms makers and the Defense Ministry over the pricing and quality of weaponry for the Russian military may continue to disrupt state defense orders in 2012.
Mistral Warships for Russia to Get Russian Weaponry RIA Novosti 16 Feb 2012 -- The Mistral class amphibious assault ships built in France for the Russian Navy will be equipped with Russian-made weaponry.
Russia Sets Weapons Export Record RFE/RL 16 Feb 2012 -- An official responsible for Russia's foreign arms sales says the country set a weapons export record in 2011despite competition from China and the loss of some Arab clients.
Russian Cosmonauts Go on 6-Hour Spacewalk RIA Novosti 16 Feb 2012 -- Two Russian cosmonauts ventured outside the International Space Station to carry out tasks under the Russian space program.
European Parliament Criticizes Russian Elections RFE/RL 16 Feb 2012 -- The European Parliament has expressed concern over the disputed Russian State Duma elections in December, but stopped short of calling for their annulment.
Russia Blasts Reports of Nerve Gas Used Against Syrian Protesters RIA Novosti 15 Feb 2012 -- The Russian Foreign Ministry dismissed as "dirty lies" allegations by media that the Syrian regime has been using chemical weapons against protesters under the supervision of Russian specialists.
Russia Would Use Nukes to Stave Off Threats - General Staff RIA Novosti 15 Feb 2012 -- Russia would use nuclear weapons in response to any imminent threat to its national security.
Russian Terror Crimes Down by 50% in 2011 - FSB Chief RIA Novosti 15 Feb 2012 -- The number of terrorism-related crimes in Russia halved to 365 in 2011 from 779 in 2010, the head of Russia's Federal Security Service said.
Daghestani Militant Leader Killed In Special Operation RFE/RL 15 Feb 2012 -- Russian security services say they have killed an Islamist rebel leader accused of plotting a failed terrorist attack in Moscow.
Russia May Set Up Defense Research Agency RIA Novosti 15 Feb 2012 -- The Russian government will submit a proposal to the parliament on the establishment of an advanced military research agency.
Russian Arms Exports in 2011 Total $13.2 Bln RIA Novosti 15 Feb 2012 -- Russia sold $13.2 billion worth of weaponry to foreign customers in 2011, head of the Federal Service for Military-Technical Cooperation Mikhail Dmitriyev said.
Russia, Vietnam to Jointly Manufacture Anti-Ship Missiles RIA Novosti 15 Feb 2012 -- Russia and Vietnam are planning to start in 2012 joint production of a modified anti-ship missile.
Russia Launches Dutch Telecoms Satellite RIA Novosti 15 Feb 2012 -- A Russian Proton-M launch vehicle carrying the Dutch SES-4 telecoms satellite lifted off from the Baikonur Space Center in Kazakhstan.
No Proof of Multiple Voting - Churov RIA Novosti 15 Feb 2012 -- The head of Russia's election commission said that so far no proof has been found that voters were bused around to various polling stations to repeatedly vote in December elections.
Rogozin Denies Halt to Russian Tank Purchases RIA Novosti 14 Feb 2012 -- The Russian Army will continue implementation of a program to purchase military hardware, including armored vehicles.
Russia to Deploy S-400 Air Defense Systems Near Borders RIA Novosti 14 Feb 2012 -- Russia will place several new S-400 Triumf air defense systems near its borders in 2012.
Russia Grounds Su-24 Bomber Fleet after Urals Crash RIA Novosti 14 Feb 2012 -- Russia has postponed indefinitely all flights of Su-24 Fencer tactical bombers after one of them crashed in Russia’s Urals.
Russia Set to Launch Dutch Telecoms Satellite RIA Novosti 14 Feb 2012 -- A Russian Proton-M launch vehicle carrying the Dutch SES-4 satellite is scheduled to lift off on Tuesday after a series of delays.
Russian Cosmonaut Recruitment Drive Lures 43 Applicants RIA Novosti 14 Feb 2012 -- Only 43 people applied for the first open cosmonaut selection drive in the history of the Russian space industry a month before the deadline.
Russia Dock Fire Submarine Had Nuclear Warheads - Newspaper RIA Novosti 13 Feb 2012 -- A Russian submarine which caught fire during repairs in the Arctic in December had its nuclear-tipped missiles on board.
Russia to Increase Number of 5G Fighters in Test Flights RIA Novosti 13 Feb 2012 -- The number of Russia's Sukhoi T-50 5th generation fighters involved in test flights will be increased to 14 from three by 2015.
Su-24 Bomber Crashes in Urals - No Casualties RIA Novosti 13 Feb 2012 -- A Russian Air Force Su-24 Fencer tactical bomber crashed in the Urals region on Monday, the Defense Ministry said.
Officer Committed Suicide aboard Nuclear Sub RIA Novosti 13 Feb 2012 -- Senior Lieutenant Maxim Galkin who was serving aboard the Gepard nuclear submarine committed suicide.
Lukashenko Urges Russia to Expedite Nuke Plant Construction RIA Novosti 13 Feb 2012 -- Belarus has asked Russia's national development bank to speed up construction of the country's first nuclear power station.
Pacific Fleet’s Task Force Returns after Anti-Piracy Mission RIA Novosti 12 Feb 2012 -- Russian Pacific Fleet's task force led by the Admiral Panteleyev destroyer arrives in the Far Eastern port of Vladivostok.
European Election Monitors 'Can't Get A Meeting' With Putin RFE/RL 11 Feb 2012 -- A group of European vote monitors say they have been denied a meeting with Russian presidential candidate Vladimir Putin.
Russian Military Officer Jailed For 13 Years For Spying For U.S. RFE/RL 10 Feb 2012 -- Russia's Federal Security Service says a military officer has been convicted of passing missile secrets to the US.
Russia Convicts Military Officer of Spying For CIA RIA Novosti 10 Feb 2012 -- A Russian military district court sentenced on Friday an engineer at the Plesetsk Space Center in northern Russia to 13 years in prison on charges of state treason.
Russia May Sell $14 Bln Worth of Weaponry in 2012 RIA Novosti 10 Feb 2012 -- Russia’s arms exports may reach a record $14 billion in 2012.
Two New Subs For Russian Navy RFE/RL 10 Feb 2012 -- Russian Defense Minister Anatoly Serdyukov said on February 9 that the Russian Navy will get two new nuclear-powered ballistic missile submarines this summer.
Deputy PM Rogozin Urges Russian Defense Industry Upgrade RIA Novosti 09 Feb 2012 -- Russian Deputy Prime Minister Dmitry Rogozin urged an upgrade of the country’s defense industry.
Russian Army Must ‘Instill Fear in Enemies’ – Rogozin RIA Novosti 09 Feb 2012 -- The Russian defense industry must produce only those types of weaponry that would allow the Armed Forces to operate effectively in the conditions of modern warfare, Deputy Prime Minister Dmitry Rogozin said.
St. Petersburg Radar to be Put on Alert in Feb. RIA Novosti 09 Feb 2012 -- This month a new radar of the Voronezh class will be put on alert duty near Russia’s second largest city of St. Petersburg as part of Russia’s early warning system.
Russia’s Bulava-Carrying Subs to Enter Service in Summer RIA Novosti 09 Feb 2012 -- Russia’s newest nuclear-powered submarines, the Yury Dolgoruky and the Alexander Nevsky, will be put into operation in the summer.
Russian Navy to Drop Lada Class Subs – CinC Vysotsky RIA Novosti 09 Feb 2012 -- The Russian Navy has decided against construction of Lada class submarines (Project 677) and will instead modernize its existing boats.
Russia to Convert Belgorod Submarine for Special Missions RIA Novosti 09 Feb 2012 -- Russia’s Sevmash shipyard is to convert the multirole Project 949AM nuclear submarine Belgorod for a “series of special missions.”
Russian Bombers Prompt Complaints From Japan RFE/RL 09 Feb 2012 -- Russia's Defense Ministry says two Russian strategic bombers have returned to their base in Siberia following a 16-hour training patrol over international waters north of Japan.
Japan Scrambles Fighters to Meet Russian Bombers RIA Novosti 09 Feb 2012 -- Japan’s Air Self-Defense Force had to scramble fighter jets in response to flights by Russian military aircraft near Japanese airspace.
Russia Set to Build World’s Most Powerful Laser Station RIA Novosti 09 Feb 2012 -- Russia is set to build the world’s most powerful dual-purpose laser station at the approximate cost of 45 billion rubles ($1.5 billion).
Kremlin attacks on US Embassy: Electioneering or End of Reset? VOA 09 Feb 2012 -- For three years, Michael McFaul worked in the White House to promote a “reset’ in relations between the United States and Russia.
Putin Not to Meet PACE Observers – Spokesman RIA Novosti 09 Feb 2012 -- Russian PM Putin does not intend to meet with representatives from the Parliamentary Assembly of the Council of Europe who have arrived in Russia to observe the presidential election.
Russia, U.S. Sign Telemetric Data Exchange Agreement RIA Novosti 08 Feb 2012 -- Russia and the United States have signed agreements on the exchange of telemetric information on ICBM and SLBM launches.
Defense Ministry Drops Contracts for ‘Inferior’ Arms RIA Novosti 08 Feb 2012 -- Substandard and uncertified models of arms and military equipment have been excluded from the 2012 state defense order.
Army Introduces Ammo Destroyer RIA Novosti 08 Feb 2012 -- The Russian military is introducing new technology for destroying obsolete ammunition, with the straightforwardly-named “Destroyer” set to replace the current dangerous practice of just blowing up old bombs and rockets.
Russian Helicopters Denies China Mi-2 Project RIA Novosti 08 Feb 2012 -- Russian Helicopters has denied press reports that it intends to take part in a joint venture to produce Mi-2A light helicopters in China.
Russian Soldiers Hospitalized, One Dead As Pneumonia Strikes Military Unit RFE/RL 08 Feb 2012 -- Officials say 39 Russian soldiers in one unit have been hospitalized and one has died from pneumonia in the Krasnoyarsk Krai region in Siberia.
Russia Maps Rebel Forces for Assad RIA Novosti 08 Feb 2012 -- Russia used its satellites to help the Syrian government fight growing insurgency in the country.
HMS Liverpool shadows Russian carrier UK MOD 07 Feb 2012 -- Royal Navy destroyer HMS Liverpool has sailed alongside the Russian aircraft carrier Admiral Kuznetsov as she made her way north around British waters.
Russian Navy to Get 10 Borey Class Nuclear Subs RIA Novosti 07 Feb 2012 -- The Russian Navy will receive at least 10 new Borey submarines in line with a revised state armament procurement program until 2020.
Russia to Upgrade Over 10 Tu-160 Bombers by 2020 RIA Novosti 07 Feb 2012 -- The Russian Air Force will receive more than 10 modernized Tu-160 Blackjack strategic bombers by 2020.
Russia Completes Final Trials of Indian Frigate RIA Novosti 07 Feb 2012 -- The Yantar shipyard in Russia's Baltic exclave of Kaliningrad has completed the final tests of a missile frigate for the Indian navy.
Russia Slams Japan for Northern Territories Day RIA Novosti 07 Feb 2012 -- Japan’s observation of Northern Territories Day is not the best way to strengthen relations with Russia, the Russian Foreign Ministry said.
Japan Seeks Further Talks on Kurils RIA Novosti 07 Feb 2012 -- Japanese Prime Minister Yoshihiko Noda said he is resolved to settle a longstanding territorial dispute with Russia.
Medvedev Tells FSB to Secure Russia’s Arctic Interests RIA Novosti 07 Feb 2012 -- Extra measures are needed to protect Russian interests and reinforce its borders in the Arctic, President Dmitry Medvedev told the Federal Security Service.
Airstrip Stolen in Bryansk RIA Novosti 07 Feb 2012 -- Taking corruption to uncharted heights, a military official in central Russia has sold an airfield for a bribe.
Russia May Boost Nuclear Potential RIA Novosti 06 Feb 2012 -- Russia may have to boost its nuclear potential in future amid emerging nuclear proliferation threats.
Russian Navy 30-Year Development Plan to be Ready by June RIA Novosti 06 Feb 2012 -- Russia will develop a detailed 30-year plan of strengthening its naval forces by June 2012.
Putin Doubts Military Draft to End by 2015 RIA Novosti 06 Feb 2012 -- Russian Prime Minister Vladimir Putin, who is making a re-run for the post of Russian president, expressed doubt that Russia would be able to make the transition to a fully professional army by 2015.
Russia, China to Jointly Build Mi-2A Helicopters RIA Novosti 06 Feb 2012 -- Russian helicopter maker Rostvertol and Chinese Xi'Ao Aeroplane Manufacturing will build a plant in northern China capable of manufacturing 100 lightweight civil Mi-2A helicopters annually.
Russia, India Prepare for INDRA-2012 Military Drills RIA Novosti 06 Feb 2012 -- Russia and India started preparation for joint INDRA-2012 military exercises scheduled to be held in Russia this summer.
Fire Hits Former Russian Nuclear Research Center RFE/RL 06 Feb 2012 -- A fire has been reported at a former nuclear research center in the Russian capital, Moscow.
Russia to Build Effective Shield against NATO Missile Threat – Rogozin RIA Novosti 05 Feb 2012 -- Russia will build a reliable aerospace defense system to effectively counter NATO missile threats, Deputy Prime Minister Dmitry Rogozin said on Sunday.
Anti-Putin March Draws Tens of Thousands in Moscow RIA Novosti 04 Feb 2012 -- Protesters from all walks of life and of all political persuasions packed downtown Moscow on Saturday to express their opposition to Prime Minister Vladimir Putin’s expected return to the Kremlin next month.
Russian Strategic Subs to Resume Routine World Patrols RIA Novosti 04 Feb 2012 -- Russian strategic nuclear submarines will resume routine extended patrols in international waters around the world in June 2012, Russian Navy Commander Adm. Vladimir Vysotsky said.
Pro- and Anti-Putin Rallies Draw Mass Turnouts in Moscow VOA 04 Feb 2012 -- Russia's political protest movement has been in hibernation since Christmas. Winter still holds Moscow in its grip. But, columns of protesters, both for and against Prime Minister Vladimir Putin, emerged from their warm apartments Saturday to protest on the frozen streets.
Putin Says NATO Missile System Pointed At Russia RFE/RL 03 Feb 2012 -- Russian PM Putin has accused the United States and NATO of aiming an antimissile system at Russia.
Putin Slams U.S. Missile Shield Ahead of Munich Security Talks RIA Novosti 03 Feb 2012 -- PM Putin reiterated his confidence that U.S. missile shield plans were aimed at undermining Russia’s defense capabilities.
Medvedev Sets April 15 Deadline for Defense Contracts RIA Novosti 03 Feb 2012 -- All tenders on state defense contracts are to be completed by April 15, Russian President Dmitry Medvedev said.
Russia to Build Two Space-Defense Missile Plants RIA Novosti 03 Feb 2012 -- Two space-defense missile plants will be built in central Russia, Deputy Prime Minister Dmitry Rogozin said.
The Russian Navy Grows from Bottom up RIA Novosti 03 Feb 2012 -- While the nation’s leaders work at overhauling the Navy organization, the Navy itself continues to order new ships.
Northern Fleet Warship Gets First Volunteer-Only Crew RIA Novosti 03 Feb 2012 -- A surface warship in Russia’s Northern Fleet has for the first time achieved 100-percent manning by contract servicemen.
Heavy Ions Killed Mars Probe – Investigators RIA Novosti 03 Feb 2012 -- Russian Mars probe Phobos-Grunt was lost because space radiation disrupted its computer system, a commission investigating the incident said on Friday.
Sukhoi Superjet 100 Gets EASA Certification RIA Novosti 03 Feb 2012 -- Sukhoi Civil Aircraft has received the Type Certificate for its Sukhoi Superjet 100 regional passenger aircraft from the European Aviation Safety Agency.
Russia, NATO May Hold Missile Defense Drills in March RIA Novosti 02 Feb 2012 -- Russia and NATO are planning to hold joint computer-simulated missile defense exercises in Germany in March.
Police Say 300 Militants Operate in Dagestan RIA Novosti 02 Feb 2012 -- At least 12 militant groups made up of up to 300 people operate in the Russian North Caucasus republic of Dagestan.
Russian Arms Exporter Reports $11 Billion In Sales In 2011 RFE/RL 02 Feb 2012 -- Russian state-run arms exporter Rosoboroneksport has reported sales of $11 billion in 2011.
Russia to Build 6 Submarines Annually – Deputy PM RIA Novosti 02 Feb 2012 -- Russia will start producing six submarines and one aircraft carrier annually starting in 2013, Deputy Prime Minister Dmitry Rogozin said.
Disposal of Russian Third Generation Nuclear Subs Suspended RIA Novosti 02 Feb 2012 -- Russia has decided to suspend the planned disposal of third-generation strategic nuclear submarines currently in service with the Nav.
Fire-damaged sub will cost $16.5 mln. to repair – Rogozin RIA Novosti 02 Feb 2012 -- The cost to repair the Yekaterinburg will total about 500 million rubles.
No S-400 Missile Exports Before 2015 RIA Novosti 02 Feb 2012 -- Russia has no plans to export S-400 Triumf air-defense systems before 2015 and may not start deliveries to Belarus and Kazakhstan until after 2014.
Phobos Crash Test Dismisses U.S. Link RIA Novosti 02 Feb 2012 -- Tests carried out by Russian space agency Roscosmos have ruled out the possibility a U.S. radar could be linked to the failure of the Phobos-Grunt Mars probe.
Manned Moon Shot Possible by 2020 – Roscosmos RIA Novosti 02 Feb 2012 -- A crewed mission to the moon is possible by 2020, the head of Russia’s space agency Roscosmos, Vladimir Popovkin.
Roscosmos Aims to Make Sea Launch Profitable RIA Novosti 02 Feb 2012 -- Russian space agency Roscosmos and rocket and space-station hardware builder RSC Energia are working to restore commercial viability to the Sea Launch floating platform project.
Russia May Repeat Mars-500 Simulation on Space Station RIA Novosti 02 Feb 2012 -- Russia may repeat the Mars-500 experiment simulating a crewed flight to the Red Planet on the International Space Station.
Russian Navy to Receive Mistral Warship in 3 Years RIA Novosti 01 Feb 2012 -- The first Mistral class amphibious assault ship will be put in service with the Russian Navy in 36 months, Russian Navy Commander Adm. Vladimir Vysotsky said.
Canada Expels Two More Russians in Spy Scandal RIA Novosti 01 Feb 2012 -- Two more Russian diplomats have quit Canada following the arrest of a Canadian sailor chargedwith handing over secrets to a foreign power.
Russia to Scrap 3 Mln Tons of Munitions by 2014 RIA Novosti 01 Feb 2012 -- The Russian Defense Ministry is planning to dispose of three million tons of ammunition by the end of 2013 because its service life expired.
Russia Lays Down New Corvette RIA Novosti 01 Feb 2012 -- A first Gremyashchy class corvette was laid down at Russia’s Severnaya Verf shipyard in St. Petersburg.
Russia to Start Own Search for Extrasolar Planets RIA Novosti 01 Feb 2012 -- Russian astronomers are planning to start their own search for planets outside the Solar System using ground-based telescopes.

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