September 2014 - Russia Special Weapons News

Ukrainian Energy Ministry Says Russia Made No Acceptable Proposals on Gas at Talks RIA Novosti 30 Sep 2014 -- The Ukrainian Energy Ministry said Tuesday it had received no "acceptable proposals" from Russia during last week's gas talks with Moscow and the European Commission.
S-400 Air Defense Regiment Takes up Duty in Russia's South RIA Novosti 30 Sep 2014 -- The S-400 Triumf air defense missile system regiment that was deployed in the Southern Military District, has taken up combat duty near the Russian city of Krasnodar, the press service of the district reported Tuesday.
Russia's Largest Arms Manufacturer Relies Primarily on Domestic Technology: CEO RIA Novosti 30 Sep 2014 -- Some 90 percent of equipment and materials used by Russia's largest arms manufacturer, Machine Engineering Technologies, is domestically produced, the company's CEO Sergei Rusakov said on Tuesday.
EU Keeps Russia Sanctions in Place VOA 30 Sep 2014 -- European Union envoys decided to keep in place several rounds of sanctions the bloc imposed on Russia over its annexation of Ukraine's Crimea and what the West says is Moscow's direct support of separatists in the country's east.
Russia Launches Case Against Ukraine Military for Genocide of Russian Speakers in Ukraine RIA Novosti 29 Sep 2014 -- The Russian Investigative Committee has launched a case of genocide of the Russian-speaking people of eastern Ukraine's self-proclaimed Donetsk and Luhansk People's Republics, committee spokesman Vladimir Markin said Monday.
Caspian Flotilla Marines Conduct Parachute Drills: Southern Military District RIA Novosti 29 Sep 2014 -- More than 250 marines from the Caspian Flotilla have begun emergency parachute-jumping drills, according to the Russian Southern Military District's press service.
India Endorses Russian Weapons After Use in Bilateral Drills: Southern Military District RIA Novosti 29 Sep 2014 -- A military delegation from India that participated in the Indra-2014 drills will inform their chiefs that Russian weapons are worth purchasing, the Russian Southern Military District's press service said Monday.
Lavrov: Russia Hopes US Will Not Go Outside Scope Of Strategic Arms Reduction Treaty RIA Novosti 28 Sep 2014 -- Moscow hopes that the United States will not go outside the scope of the new Strategic Arms Reduction Treaty, Russian Foreign Minister Sergei Lavrov said in his interview with Rossiya-1 broadcaster and the RT channel.
Russian Foreign Minister Lavrov Delivers Speech at UN General Assembly RIA Novosti 28 Sep 2014 -- Russian Foreign Minister Sergei Lavrov delivered a speech during the 69th session of the UN General Assembly on September 27, touching upon such issues as US unilateral use of military power, the West's unwillingness to cooperate with Russia, the situation in Ukraine and delays in Malaysia Airlines MH17 flight investigation, and access to the data on chemical weapons in Libya, among other things.
Russia's Lavrov Criticizes West At UN RFE/RL 27 Sep 2014 -- Addressing the UN General Assembly, Russian Foreign Minister Sergei Lavrov has launched a blistering attack on the United States and its Western allies, saying they are acting in defiance of the sovereign right of nations.
Address by Russian Foreign Minister Sergey Lavrov to the 69th session of the UN General Assembly, New York, 27 September 2014 Russia Ministry of Foreign Affairs 27 Sep 2014
Ukraine, Russia Strike Interim Gas Deal RFE/RL 26 Sep 2014 -- The European Union, Ukraine, and Russia have agreed on an interim solution for natural gas flows which could prevent energy shortages in both Ukraine and EU countries this winter.
Russian Foreign Minister: Ukrainian Crisis Caused by Crisis in European Security System RIA Novosti 26 Sep 2014 -- The situation in Ukraine is the result of the crisis of the European security system, Russian Foreign Minister Sergei Lavrov said Friday.
Russian Diplomat: Not All Heavy Weaponry Withdrawn From Line of Contact in East Ukraine RIA Novosti 26 Sep 2014 -- The Kiev government forces and eastern Ukrainian militia are yet to remove all their heavy weaponry from the line of contact, Russia's envoy to the Organization for Security and Co-operation in Europe (OSCE) Andrei Kelin said Friday.
Behind Islamic State's Battlefield Gains, Battle-Hardened Chechens VOA 26 Sep 2014 -- Among the legions of foreign fighters who have turned the Islamic State into the world's most dangerous terrorist organization, the Chechens stand out.
Russian Troops Pulling Back to Home Bases After Vostok-2014 Drills RIA Novosti 26 Sep 2014 -- Russia's Eastern Military District troops are on their way home after taking part in massive Vostok-2014 war games in the country's Far East, the Defense Ministry said early Friday.
Russia's NATO Envoy: Cooperation With NATO in Afghanistan Halted RIA Novosti 25 Sep 2014 -- The cooperation of Russia and NATO in Afghanistan has been halted, including a helicopter project, Russia's envoy to NATO Alexander Grushko told RIA Novosti on Thursday.
Ukraine to close eastern border with Russia Iran Press TV 25 Sep 2014 -- Ukrainian President Petro Poroshenko has ordered his cabinet to "temporarily" close the border with Russia in the east.
Yatsenyuk Urges No Lifting Of Russian Sanctions RFE/RL 25 Sep 2014 -- Ukrainian Prime Minister Arseniy Yatsenyuk has urged countries not to lift sanctions against Russia until Kyiv regains control of all its territory, including Crimea.
Russia's Lavrov Calls US Interference in Ukrainian Internal Affairs 'Inappropriate' RIA Novosti 24 Sep 2014 -- Events in Ukraine are an internal affair of that coun
Analysts: Despite Criticism, Russia Likely to Benefit From Islamic State Airstrikes VOA 24 Sep 2014 -- Russia loudly and quickly condemned the U.S-led airstrikes against Islamic State targets in Syria this week, but Moscow in fact may stand to benefit from weakening the militants, analysts said.
Eastern Military District Brigade Defends Cape in Vostok-2014 Drills RIA Novosti 24 Sep 2014 -- A motorized infantry brigade of the Eastern Military District with the aviation defended Cape Klerk from the simulated "enemy" attack in Primorye, despite the adverse weather conditions, the representative of Russian Defense Ministry told journalists on Wednesday.
Obama Calls on Russia to Renounce Use of Force AFPS 24 Sep 2014 -- In a speech at the United Nations General Assembly today, President Barack Obama called on Russia to stop its journey down the path of force and embrace diplomacy and peace with respect to Ukraine.
Minister: Arctic Maneuvers, Iskander, Pantsir Firing Conducted at Vostok-2014 Drills RIA Novosti 23 Sep 2014 -- Russian troops have carried out a series of combat training missions in the Arctic and used Iskander and Pantsir-S systems as part of the ongoing large-scale exercises in Russia's Far East, Defense Minister Sergei Shoigu said Tuesday.
Russia Tests Mi-171A2 Helicopter With Latest Navigation System RIA Novosti 23 Sep 2014 -- Russian helicopter design and manufacturing company, Russian Helicopters, jointly with the Concern Radio-Electronic Technologies (KRET) have begun testing the Mi-171A2 transport helicopter at the Mil Moscow Helicopter Plant, the Russian Helicopters press-service stated on Tuesday.
Defense Minister: Over 155,000 Servicemen Take Part in Russia's Vostok-2014 Drills RIA Novosti 23 Sep 2014 -- The Russian military has deployed over 155,000 personnel and thousands of units of military hardware as part of ongoing large-scale exercises in Russia's Far East, Defense Minister Sergei Shoigu said Tuesday.
Two New Roadstead Cutters to Join Caspian Flotilla in 2014 RIA Novosti 23 Sep 2014 -- Two new roadstead cutters with joystick handling have started moving toward the Caspian Sea where remaining tests on the boats will be conducted before their inclusion into the Caspian Flotilla (CFl) in October or November, the Southern Military District's press service reported Tuesday.
Shoigu About Vostok-2014 Exercises: Russian Troops Show Higher Combat Preparedness RIA Novosti 23 Sep 2014 -- The recent large-scale military exercise in Russia's Far East, Vostok-2014, demonstrated that the degree of combat preparedness in Russian troops has risen, Russian Defense Minister Sergei Shoigu said Tuesday.
Ukraine FM: Complete Russian Withdrawal Needed for Lasting Cease-fire VOA 22 Sep 2014 -- Ukraine's foreign minister said a full withdrawal of Russian forces and heavy weapons is a precondition for a sustainable cease-fire with separatists.
Russia, South Africa Sign Nuclear-Power Deal RFE/RL 22 Sep 2014 -- Russia and South Africa have signed a multibillion-dollar deal on nuclear-power cooperation that paves the way for the building of reactors based on Russian technology.
Lebanese Interior Minister: Russia, Lebanon Negotiating Arms Supply Deal RIA Novosti 22 Sep 2014 -- Lebanon is engaged in talks with Russia to buy weaponry and special equipment for the country, Lebanese Interior and Municipalities Minister Nouhad Machnouk told International Information Agency Rossiya Segodnya.
Russian Diplomat: Moscow Against Dividing Caspian Sea Into Sectors RIA Novosti 22 Sep 2014 -- Moscow opposes the division of the Caspian Sea into national sectors of the coastal states, the Russian president's envoy for border demarcation issues said Monday.
CEO: Rosatom to Eliminate Russia's Accumulated Radioactive Waste in 25 Years RIA Novosti 22 Sep 2014 -- Russian state-run nuclear corporation Rosatom plans to complete a major operation to eliminate accumulated radioactive waste in Russia in 20-25 years, General Director of Rosatom Sergei Kiriyenko said Monday.
Mistral-Class Ship Built for Russia Concludes Sets Sail RIA Novosti 22 Sep 2014 -- The Mistral-class helicopter carrier Vladivostok, carrying the first crew of some 200 Russian sailors, has finished a series of tests early Monday morning.
Russia, India to Conduct Joint Anti-Terrorism Exercises in Volgograd Region RIA Novosti 22 Sep 2014 -- Russia and India will conduct joint anti-terrorism exercises in Russia's southern Volgograd Region starting September 23, the Southern Military District's press service reported.
Deputy PM Rogozin: Russia to Fully Renew Strategic Nuclear Arsenal by 2020 RIA Novosti 22 Sep 2014 -- Russia will renew its strategic nuclear forces (SNF) not by 70 percent as expected now, but by 100 percent, Russian Deputy Prime Minister Dmitry Rogozin told Rossiya-24 television.
Russia, South Africa Agree Cooperation in Nuclear Energy RIA Novosti 22 Sep 2014 -- Russia and South Africa have signed an intergovernmental agreement for a strategic partnership in the nuclear energy sector opening the possibility of the construction of nuclear reactors in South Africa with the use of Russian technologies, state nuclear corporation Rosatom said Monday.
Thousands March Against War In Moscow, St. Petersburg RFE/RL 21 Sep 2014 -- Moscow has seen its largest opposition protest since President Vladimir Putin's inauguration to a third presidential term in May 2012.
Ivanov: Russia Not to Quit INF Treaty Unless It Sees Security Threats RIA Novosti 21 Sep 2014 -- Moscow does not intend to leave the Intermediate-Range Nuclear Forces (INF) Treaty unless its security interests are threatened, Head of the Russian President's Administration Sergei Ivanov stated Sunday.
Russian Military Aircraft Complete Redeployment During Exercises: Defense Ministry RIA Novosti 21 Sep 2014 -- The crews of the Russian air force units have completed redeployment at the airfields of the Eastern Military District as part of the Vostok 2014 drills, a Russian Defense Ministry representative told reporters Sunday.
Pacific Fleet Ships, Aircraft Respond to Simulated Enemy Threat During Drills RIA Novosti 21 Sep 2014 -- Some 30 ships alongside air forces of the Pacific Fleet have started warding off the attack of a simulated enemy during military exercises in Russia's Far East, a Russian Defense Ministry representative reported Sunday.
Pilots Reflect Assumed Enemy's Massive Airstrike During Russian Military Drills RIA Novosti 21 Sep 2014 -- The pilots participating in Russian strategic military exercise code-named Vostok-2014 have reflected a massive airstrike of the simulated enemy, a representative of Russia's Defense Ministry has told reporters.
Russia to Supply T-90S Tanks to Peru in Medium-Term: Rosoboronexport RIA Novosti 20 Sep 2014 -- Peru is interested in a supply of Russian T-90S tanks, but plans are currently considered a medium-term project, Russia's state arms exporter Rosoboronexport deputy general director Sergei Goreslavsky has told RIA Novosti during the exhibition, Africa Aerospace and Defence 2014.
NATO Says Russian Forces 'Still Inside Ukraine' RFE/RL 19 Sep 2014 -- NATO's top military commander says Russian forces are still operating in Ukraine and that a cease-fire is not working, but he expressed hope a new peace plan could bring progress.
Russia delivers 3rd aid shipment to Donetsk Iran Press TV 20 Sep 2014 -- Russia has announced it has delivered a third shipment of aid to eastern Ukraine where government troops are engaged in fighting with pro-Russia forces.
Unloading of Russian Humanitarian Convoy Trucks Begins in Donetsk RIA Novosti 20 Sep 2014 -- The unloading of the first truck of the Russian humanitarian convoy has started in Donetsk.
Russian Government Feels Squeeze Of Tighter Sanctions RFE/RL 19 Sep 2014 -- Russia is putting on a brave face by saying Western sanctions have little impact but there are ever more signs the sanctions are causing serious problems for the state budget.
Russia Creates Waterproof Communication System for Military and Rescue Operations RIA Novosti 19 Sep 2014 -- Part of Russia's Rostec state corporation ,Voronezh based Sozvezdie, which is included in the Western sanctions list, has developed a set of communication devices capable of withstanding immersion in water and providing high-quality data transmission even with strong interference, more than a million times greater than the desired signal power.
Russia to Lay Down New Borey Class Nuclear Sub in December RIA Novosti 19 Sep 2014 -- The construction of a new Borey class nuclear-powered ballistic-missile submarine is expected to begin in December, the Sevmash shipyard said Friday.
Kalashnikov to Adjust Export Strategy Due to Western Sanctions RIA Novosti 19 Sep 2014 -- Part of Russia's Rostec state corporation, the Kalashnikov weapon maker, which has been targeted by Western sanctions will be forced to revise its export strategy following the measures, Rostec's press service said Friday.
Russian Baltic Fleet Conducts Large-Scale Coastal Troop Exercises RIA Novosti 19 Sep 2014 -- The Russian Baltic Fleet is conducting tactical exercises for its coastal forces on one of the ranges of the Kaliningrad Region, with more than 1,000 motorized infantry soldiers and marines from its fleet and more than 250 military and special equipment units participating, the Baltic Fleet's press service said Friday.
Vostok-2014 Strategic Military Drill Begins in Eastern Russia RIA Novosti 19 Sep 2014 -- A large-scale Russian strategic military exercise, codenamed Vostok-2014 started in eastern Russia on Friday, according to the Defense Ministry.
Russia Unprepared to Reject Foreign Parts in GLONASS Satellites: Manufacturer RIA Novosti 18 Sep 2014 -- Refusing 'everything foreign' in the production of GLONASS navigation satellites is not possible yet, Russian Space Systems Deputy Director Grigory Stupak said at the International School on Satellite Navigation.
Talks Over GLONASS Station Locations in US on Hold: Russian Space Corporation RIA Novosti 18 Sep 2014 -- Russia is not willing to initiate talks over locations of GLONASS monitoring stations in the United States, Russian Space Systems deputy director General Grigory Stupak said during the fourth International School on Satellite Navigation.
Interview: Russian Billionaire's Arrest A 'Gangster Story' RFE/RL 18 Sep 2014 -- Self-exiled Russian businessman Yevgeny Chichvarkin says the arrest of Vladimir Yevtushenkov, one of Russia's richest people, has more to do with asset grabbing than politics. Yevtushenkov's AFK Sistema group owns oil firm Bashneft and Russia's largest mobile-phone operator, MTS.
Hollande: Conditions for Mistral Delivery to Russia Can be Met But Not at Current Stage RIA Novosti 18 Sep 2014 -- The conditions, under which the first Mistral helicopter carrier will be shipped to Russia, can be met, but they are not in place yet, French President Francois Hollande said at a press conference Thursday.
Russian Chemical Plant Produces First Nitride Fuel Assembly RIA Novosti 18 Sep 2014 -- The first experimental fuel rod assembly with the newest nitride nuclear fuel was produced at Russian Rosatom's Siberian Chemical Facility, the facility's press service told RIA Novosti on Thursday.
Russian Economy Reeling after New Western Sanctions VOA 17 Sep 2014 -- A new wave of Western sanctions is hitting Russia's economy hard. State-owned energy firms continue to bleed profits and Russia's national currency plunged to a new low this week after the U.S. and the European Union announced new sanctions to punish Russia's aggressive stance in eastern Ukraine. The sanctions could also prove costly for European and American companies.
Russia, Egypt Initial Arms Contracts Worth 3.5 Billion RIA Novosti 17 Sep 2014 -- Russia and Egypt have initialed arms contracts worth $3.5 billion, head of Russia's Federal Service for Military-Technical Cooperation, Alexander Fomin said Wednesday.
Khodorkovsky Sees Sechin's Hand In Case Against Russian Tycoon RFE/RL 17 Sep 2014 -- Former Russian tycoon Mikhail Khodorkovsky has accused the head of state oil giant Rosneft, Igor Sechin, of being behind a case in which one of Russia's richest men has been placed under house arrest.
Rosoboronexport's Orders Portfolio at $39Bln: Company RIA Novosti 17 Sep 2014 -- The foreign orders portfolio of Russia's state arms exporter Rosoboronexport currently stands at $38.7 billion, the company's General Director Anatoly Isaykin said Wednesday.
Russia Strives for Self-Efficiency in Defense Production: Kremlin RIA Novosti 17 Sep 2014 -- Russia's import substitution program will eventually allow the country to manufacture almost 100 percent of required military goods, a Kremlin aide said Wednesday.
Russia's 'Stealth' Sub Joins Black Sea Fleet RIA Novosti 17 Sep 2014 -- Russia's first Varshavyanka-class submarine, the Novorossiisk, has entered service with the Black Sea fleet, the Southern Military District's press service said Wednesday.
Russian Military Spending to Increase Next Year Despite Sanctions - Reports RIA Novosti 17 Sep 2014 -- Russian military spending will grow in 2015 as planned despite the economic problems the country is currently facing, the Vedomosti newspaper reports Wednesday citing a note to the draft 2015-2017 federal budget.
Russian Air Force Drills Kick Off In Arctic RIA Novosti 16 Sep 2014 -- Over 25 fighters and bombers from Russia's Western Military District have started tactical flight training in the Arctic, spokesperson for the district Col. Oleg Kochetkov said Tuesday.
First-Ever Batch of Newest Nuclear Fuel Produces in Russia RIA Novosti 16 Sep 2014 -- The first batch of the newest nuclear fuel pellets, which are to be used in atomic energetics of the future, have been produced on Rosatom's Mining and Chemical Facility in Zheleznogorsk, Krasnoyarsk Region, the facility stated in a Tuesday press-release.
Russian Defense Minister Prioritizes Strong Military Presence in Crimea RIA Novosti 16 Sep 2014 -- The deployment of a 'fully-fledged and self-sufficient' military contingent in Crimea is a priority for the Russian military in light of the Ukrainian crisis and NATO buildup near Russian borders, Defense Minister Sergei Shoigu said Tuesday.
Russian Air Forces Complete Large-Scale Redeployment in Combat Readiness Drills RIA Novosti 16 Sep 2014 -- Air defense units from Russia's Eastern Military District, encompassing Siberia and the Far East, have completed a large-scale redeployment during snap combat readiness drills, the Defense Ministry's press service said Tuesday.
NATO Chief Warns Of Threats From Russia, IS Militants RFE/RL 15 Sep 2014 -- NATO Secretary-General Anders Fogh Rasmussen says alliance members must come together to battle security threats both from Russia and Islamic State (IS) militants.
Western Sanctions Fail to Impede GLONASS Satellite Production RIA Novosti 15 Sep 2014 -- JSC Russian Space Systems (RSS) is continuing to produce equipment for GLONASS satellites, despite difficulties with shipments of foreign electronics, caused by the Western economic sanctions, RSS Director General Andrei Tyulin told journalists on Monday.
Prosecutors: Russia Lost $525 Mln in 2014 Due to Fraud in Defense Industry RIA Novosti 15 Sep 2014 -- Russian prosecutors uncovered over 7,000 violations in activities of companies in the defense sector which led to the loss of over 20 billion rubles ($525 million) in 2014, Prosecutor General Yuri Chaika said Monday.
Russia's Almaz-Antey Eyes African Market for Sales of Air Defense Systems RIA Novosti 15 Sep 2014 -- Russia's defense concern Almaz-Antey is planning to showcase its advanced air defense systems at an upcoming arms show in South Africa, the company said on Monday.
Russian Pacific Fleet Starts Combat Exercise: Defense Ministry RIA Novosti 15 Sep 2014 -- The ships of the Russian Pacific Fleet are starting naval battle practice as part of an unannounced combat readiness check of the Eastern Military District forces, according to the press service of the Russian Defense Ministry.
Long Range Aircraft Move to Tactical Airfields of Eastern Military District RIA Novosti 15 Sep 2014 -- Tu-95MS strategic missile carriers and Tu-22M3 bombers have moved from the base airfields to the tactical airfields of the Eastern Military District as part of an unannounced combat readiness check, said the press service of the Russian Defense Ministry.
News Analysis: New Russia Sanctions Seen As Burning Slowly RFE/RL 12 Sep 2014 -- A fresh round of U.S. and European Union sanctions will not inflict immediate economic shock in Russia but could undermine the country's fiscal stability in the long term if the measures are not rolled back, economists and industry experts say.
First Mistral-Class Ship Built for Russia Sets Off for Sea Trials: Reports RIA Novosti 13 Sep 2014 -- The Mistral-class helicopter carrier, the Vladivostok, carrying some 200 Russian sailors on Saturday left the French port of Saint-Nazaire to pass a series of tests.
Russia Says EU Sanctions Undermine Efforts Toward Peace in Ukraine RIA Novosti 12 Sep 2014 -- The European Union is undermining efforts aimed at restoring peace in Ukraine by introducing a new round of sanctions against Russia and representatives of the self-proclaimed Donetsk People's Republic, the Russian Foreign Minister Sergei Lavrov said Friday.
Russian Aerospace Defense Forces Again Dismiss Satellite Explosion Rumors RIA Novosti 12 Sep 2014 -- The Russian Aerospace Defense Forces again dismissed US media rumors of a Russian military satellite allegedly exploding above the United States.
US Strategic Command Confident About Russian Military Satellite Crash RIA Novosti 12 Sep 2014 -- Russian reconnaissance satellite Kosmos-2495 re-entered the atmosphere and crashed last week, a spokesman for the US Strategic Command told RIA Novosti on Friday.
EU Tightens Sanctions Against Russia RFE/RL 12 Sep 2014 -- The European Union has tightened sanctions meant to punish Russia for its role in the crisis in Ukraine, a move Moscow said could undermine efforts to end a five-month conflict that has killed more than 3,000 people.
U.S. Expands Sanctions Against Russia RFE/RL 12 Sep 2014 -- The United States has announced another round of sanctions aimed to punish Russia for its role in the Ukraine crisis, targeting defense, energy, and banking sectors.
EU, US Introduce Sanctions on Russia's Largest Banks, Energy and Defense Companies RIA Novosti 12 Sep 2014 -- A new round of sanctions has been introduced by the European Union and the United States against Russia, targeting the country's largest banks, energy and defense companies, as well as individuals.
Russia Threatens Lawsuits With WTO Over New Western Sanctions RIA Novosti 12 Sep 2014 -- New Western sanctions against Russia give Moscow additional incentives to appeal them in the World Trade Organization as they contradict the WTO regulations, Economic Development Minister Alexei Ulyukayev said Friday.
Treasury Secretary: New US Sanctions Against Russia to Exert 'Significant Pressure' RIA Novosti 12 Sep 2014 -- Tighter sanctions on Russia's finance, energy and defense sectors over its alleged aggression in Ukraine will put "significant pressure" on Moscow, US Treasury Secretary Jacob Lew said in a statement on Friday.
Putin: New EU Sanctions Not Effective RIA Novosti 12 Sep 2014 -- Russian President Vladimir Putin reacted to new sanctions imposed by the European Union by calling them not effective.
Crimean Official: Russian Black Sea Fleet Ready to Homeport Mistral Ships RIA Novosti 12 Sep 2014 -- Russian Black Sea Fleet is ready to homeport Mistral-class ships, the development of the naval infrastructure is underway, acting Sevastopol governor told RIA Novosti on Friday.
Russian Military Takes Full Control Over Combat Dolphin Program in Crimea RIA Novosti 12 Sep 2014 -- The Russian Defense Ministry has assumed full administrative control over the Crimean State Oceanarium, which carries out a comprehensive combat dolphin training program, acting Sevastopol governor told RIA Novosti in an interview on Friday.
Russia Deploys SU-30 Fighter Jets in Crimea RIA Novosti 12 Sep 2014 -- Russia has deployed Su-30 fighter jets at the Belbek air base near Crimea's Sevastopol, acting Sevastopol governor told RIA Novosti in an interview Friday.
Deputy Chief: EU Sanctions No Problem for Russian State Arms Exporter RIA Novosti 12 Sep 2014 -- A deputy head of Russia's state-run arms exporter Rosoboronexport said Friday the new round of European Union sanctions will have little impact on the company's operations.
New EU Sanctions on Russia Come Into Force RIA Novosti 12 Sep 2014 -- The European Union announced in its Official Journal Friday it was imposing a new round of sanctions on Russia, including those targeting the country's major defense and energy companies.
Eastern Military District Moves to Highest State of Combat Readiness as Drills Begin RIA Novosti 12 Sep 2014 -- Troops in Russia's Eastern Military District have been moved to the highest state of combat readiness as surprise drills began in the region, the Russian Defense Ministry said Friday.
Airborne Troops to Conduct Combat Training at Kuril Islands: Russian Defense Ministry RIA Novosti 12 Sep 2014 -- A number of airborne units from Russia's Eastern Military District will carry out combat readiness drills on the Kuril Islands, Russia's Defense Ministry informed on Friday.
US, EU Impose New Sanctions on Russia VOA 12 Sep 2014 -- The European Union and the United States have imposed new packages of economic sanctions against Russia for its actions in Ukraine.
Kerry to VOA: IS Represents Threat to Russia VOA 11 Sep 2014 -- U.S. Secretary of State John Kerry and the U.S. administration are disappointed by Russia's initial reaction to President Barack Obama's speech on the Islamic State militant group Wednesday.
US Joins EU in New Russia Sanctions VOA 11 Sep 2014 -- The United States is joining the European Union in expanding sanctions against Russia over its role in the conflict in Ukraine.
Syria, Russia oppose unilateral US strikes against ISIL Iran Press TV 11 Sep 2014 -- Damascus and Moscow have denounced possible unilateral US air raids against ISIL terrorists in Syria, saying the attacks without a UN mandate would constitute an act of aggression.
Russia Plans to Launch 5 Angara Heavy Rockets Per Year by 2025 RIA Novosti 11 Sep 2014 -- The United Rocket and Space Corporation (URSC) is planning to start launching five Angara heavy rockets a year by 2025, according to the program of financial recovery at the Khrunichev Center, presented by the URSC Deputy CEO Pavel Popov.
New EU Sanctions Against Russia To Take Effect RFE/RL 11 Sep 2014 -- European Council President Herman Van Rompuy has said new EU sanctions will go into effect on September 12 against Russia for its role in Ukraine's conflict, but held out the prospect the sanctions could be scaled back or repealed.
Russia's Deputy PM Rogozin Calls New Western Sanctions 'Strategic Blunder' RIA Novosti 11 Sep 2014 -- Russian Deputy Prime Minister Dmitry Rogozin on Thursday described new EU restrictive measures against Russia's defense sector as a serious strategic blunder.
Putin Orders to Assess How Far Eastern State Bodies Operate in Wartime Conditions RIA Novosti 11 Sep 2014 -- Russian President Vladimir Putin ordered to assess if the important state bodies in the Russia's Far East are ready to operate in wartime conditions, Russian Defense Minister Sergei Shoigu said Thursday.
Putin Orders Combat Readiness Checks in Russia's Eastern Military District RIA Novosti 11 Sep 2014 -- Russian President Vladimir Putin ordered to hold snap combat readiness drills in Russia's Eastern Military District starting Thursday, Russia's Defense Minister Sergei Shoigu said.
EU Set to Broaden Russia Sanctions VOA 11 Sep 2014 -- A new round of European Union sanctions against Russia over its role in the Ukraine conflict will take effect Friday but may be adjusted depending on the situation on the ground, says a top EU official.
US, Russia to Discuss Alleged Nuclear Treaty Violations VOA 11 Sep 2014 -- The State Department is leading a U.S. delegation that will meet with Russian officials in Moscow Thursday to discuss Russia's alleged violation of provisions in the 1987 Intermediate-Range Nuclear Forces accord.
Poroshenko: Majority of Russian Troops Have Left Ukraine VOA 10 Sep 2014 -- Ukraine's President Petro Poroshenko says Russia has pulled more than two-thirds of its forces out of eastern Ukraine.
Putin: West Uses Ukrainian Crisis to Resuscitate NATO RIA Novosti 10 Sep 2014 -- The crisis in eastern Ukraine, which has been provoked by the West, is mainly used to resuscitate NATO, Russian President Vladimir Putin said on Wednesday.
Russia's UN Envoy Churkin: Dutch Report on MH17 Crash Investigation Inadequate RIA Novosti 10 Sep 2014 -- A report on the investigation of a Malaysian Boeing crash in eastern Ukraine could hardly be considered international and independent as a preliminary probe has been conducted by Dutch experts under agreement with Ukraine and its findings are too vague, Russia's Ambassador to UN Vitaly Churkin said Wednesday.
Russia Says Ready to Continue Providing Assistance in MH17 Crash Probe RIA Novosti 10 Sep 2014 -- Russia is ready to take an active part in the international investigation into Malaysia Airlines flight MH17 crash in eastern Ukraine, Deputy Foreign Minister Grigory Karasin said Wednesday.
Ukraine Starts Fortifying Border With Russia: Kiev RIA Novosti 10 Sep 2014 -- The Kiev government has started the construction of fortifications on the border with Russia, the press service of the eastern Ukraine special operation said Wednesday.
Russia Not to Change Its Stance on Ukrainian Crisis Despite Sanctions: Kremlin RIA Novosti 10 Sep 2014 -- The possibility of Kiev sanctions against Russia will not affect Moscow's stance on the crisis in Ukraine, Russian president's aide Yuri Ushakov said Wednesday.
Putin Tightens Control Of Defense Industry, Blasts NATO Over Ukraine RFE/RL 10 Sep 2014 -- President Vladimir Putin has signed a decree taking direct charge of a committee that oversees Russia's defense sector.
Russian Official: Next Launch of Bulava Missile May Be Multiple RIA Novosti 10 Sep 2014 -- The reliability of Bulava (SS-NX-32) Submarine-Launched Ballistic Missiles (SLBM) must be tested by multiple launching, Adm. Vladimir Komoyedov, chairman of the defense committee of the State Duma, Russia's lower house of parliament, said Wednesday.
Russia May Create Its Own Prompt Global Strike System: Defense Ministry RIA Novosti 10 Sep 2014 -- Russia might develop its own prompt global strike capability, but will adhere to a defensive doctrine in the development of strategic weaponry, Deputy Defense Minister Yuri Borisov said Wednesday.
Putin: Russia Needs to Assess Potential Military Threats, Ways to Counter Them RIA Novosti 10 Sep 2014 -- Russia needs to assess all potential military threats and find a sufficient and adequate response to each of them, Russian President Vladimir Putin said Wednesday.
Two More Bulava SLBM Launches Scheduled This Year: Russian Northern Fleet Source RIA Novosti 10 Sep 2014 -- Russia plans to test-fire two more Bulava submarine-launched ballistic missiles (SLBM) later this year, a source in Russia's Northern Fleet told RIA Novosti Wednesday.
Russia Successfully Test-Fires Bulava SLBM RIA Novosti 10 Sep 2014 -- Russia has successfully test-fired a Bulava submarine-launched ballistic missile (SLBM) from its Borey-class Vladimir Monomakh nuclear-powered submarine, the Russian Defense Ministry said Wednesday.
Criticizing NATO, Putin Underlines Need for Nuclear Deterrence VOA 10 Sep 2014 -- President Vladimir Putin said on Wednesday Russia must maintain its nuclear deterrence because of what he described as a growing number of possible security threats, and blamed the West for the crisis in Ukraine, which he said is being used to 'resuscitate' NATO.
Russian Missile Warning System Tracks Ballistic Missile Launch Towards Israel: Ministry RIA Novosti 09 Sep 2014 -- Russia's early warning missile system tracked on Tuesday the launch of a ballistic missile from the Mediterranean Sea toward Israel, Russian Defense Ministry spokesman Major General Igor Konashenkov said.
Russian aircraft buzz Canadian ship near Ukraine Iran Press TV 09 Sep 2014 -- Three Russian military planes have conducted low-level flyovers buzzing a Canadian navy frigate taking part in a NATO exercise in the Black Sea off the southern coast of Ukraine.
Moscow Denies Reports of Russian Satellite 'Explosion' Over U.S. RFE/RL 09 Sep 2014 -- Russia's Defense Ministry has denied media reports of a Russian military satellite allegedly having exploded above the United States.
Russian Defense Ministry Denies Reports that Its Satellite Exploded Above US RIA Novosti 09 Sep 2014 -- The Russian Defense Ministry on Tuesday denied media reports of a Russian military satellite that allegedly exploded above the United States.
Over Ten Warships from Russia's North Fleet to Hold Anti-Submarine Drills in Barents Sea RIA Novosti 09 Sep 2014 -- More than ten Russian Northern Fleet warships have entered the Barents Sea to perform tactical exercises to include rocket and torpedo launches, the Western Military Region for the Northern Fleet's press service said Tuesday.
Russian Nuclear Submarine to Test Launch Bulava ICBM Within Two Days: Source RIA Novosti 09 Sep 2014 -- Russia's nuclear submarine Vladimir Monomakh has departed its port to hold a test launch of the intercontinental ballistic Bulava (SS-NX-32) missile in the North Sea, a source in the Sevmash Shipyard told RIA Novosti on Tuesday.
Flight of Russian Planes Over Black Sea Planned: Russian Defense Ministry RIA Novosti 09 Sep 2014 -- The flyover of two Russian aircraft over the Black Sea was planned and in accordance with international law and they did not approach a Canadian Navy vessel in the area, Russian Defense Ministry spokesman Gen.-Maj. Igor Konashenkov said Tuesday.
EU Passes New Russia Sanctions, But Leaves Timing Open RFE/RL 08 Sep 2014 -- European Council President Herman Van Rompuy says the European Union has formally adopted new sanctions against Russia over Ukraine, adding that they will go into force in the next few days.
Russia Building Military Town in Arctic RIA Novosti 08 Sep 2014 -- Modular blocks used for the construction of Russia's military base in the Arctic have been delivered to Wrangel Island and Cape Schmidt, Colonel Alexander Gordeyev, head of the Eastern Military District's press service, said Monday.
Russian Defense Ministry to Deliver Equipment, Weapons to Troops in Arctic by End of Month RIA Novosti 08 Sep 2014 -- The Russian Defense Ministry will complete the delivery of necessary material supplies, including equipment and weapons, for troops in the Arctic before the end of September, Deputy Defense Minister Gen. Dmitry Bulgakov told journalists Monday.
Industry and Trade Minister: Russia Sees No Problem in Producing Own Mistral-Type Ships RIA Novosti 08 Sep 2014 -- Russia is capable of building its own Mistral helicopter carriers similar to the ones France is currently constructing, Russian Industry and Trade Minister Denis Manturov said Monday in an interview on Rossiya-24 television.
Medvedev Discusses Transfer of State Arms Purveyor With Putin RIA Novosti 08 Sep 2014 -- Russian Prime Minister Dmitry Medvedev in a meeting on Monday suggested that President Vladimir Putin liquidate the government's state arms purveyor and delivering organs and distribute their functions among the Defense Ministry, Industry and Trade Industry, Federal Antimonopoly Service and the Audit Chamber.
EU Tightens Sanctions Against Russia VOA 08 Sep 2014 -- The European Union is expanding sanctions against Russia as reports of new fighting in Ukraine threaten a fragile cease-fire agreement. The new measures are expected to go into effect in the coming days if the cease-fire fails to hold.
EU Pushes Back Deadline For Russia Sanctions RFE/RL 08 Sep 2014 -- The European Union has delayed the procedure for imposing new sanctions against Russia over its role in Ukraine's crisis, with EU ambassadors meeting about the issue.
Russia's North Fleet Heads to Arctic for Permanent Naval Base RIA Novosti 07 Sep 2014 -- Six vessels with personnel and equipment have set off for the New Siberian Islands in Russia's Extreme North from the North fleet base in the port of Severomorsk in the Barents Sea on Saturday.
Russian Reconnaissance-Strike Drone Chirok to Begin Tests in 2015 RIA Novosti 07 Sep 2014 -- Russian reconnaissance and strike drone 'Chirok' will begin tests in 2015, the CEO of the Moscow Research Radio Engineering Institute Yuri Nevzorov told RIA Novosti on Sunday.
Russian Military, Rescue Workers Interested in New Drone Shmel RIA Novosti 07 Sep 2014 -- Russian Defense Ministry and the Emergencies Ministry may order the new Shmel (Bumblebee) unmanned aerial vehicle (UAV) from the Vega company, CEO of the Moscow Research Institute of Radio Engineering Yuri Nevzorov told reporters.
Poroshenko, Putin Agree Ukraine Truce Holding RFE/RL 06 Sep 2014 -- which is held by Ukrainian forces -- and a handful of other areas overnight. One unconfirmed report from the all-volunteer, pro-Kyiv Aidar battalion said 11 of its fighters had been killed in an ambush early on September 6.
Putin, Poroshenko Acknowledge Sides of Ukrainian Conflict Observe Ceasefire: Kremlin RIA Novosti 06 Sep 2014 -- Russian President Vladimir Putin and Ukrainian President Petro Poroshenko admitted during a telephone conversation that the ceasefire in the east of Ukraine is generally observed by the sides of the conflict, the press-service of the Russian president said in a statement Saturday.
Putin, Poroshenko Discuss Steps to Provide Sustainable Ceasefire in Ukraine's East RIA Novosti 06 Sep 2014 -- Ukrainian President Petro Poroshenko and Russian President Vladimir Putin discussed steps for providing sustainable ceasefire in the east of Ukraine during a phone conversation, the Ukrainian president's press service said in a statement Saturday.
Red Cross Ready to Cooperate on Delivery of 2nd Humanitarian Convoy to Ukraine: Moscow RIA Novosti 06 Sep 2014 -- The International Committee of the Red Cross (ICRC) is ready to cooperate with Moscow on the delivery of the second humanitarian aid convoy to eastern Ukraine, Russian Deputy Foreign Minister Gennady Gatilov told RIA Novosti in an interview.
Russian Foreign Ministry: NATO Statements on Ukraine Endanger Progress in Peace Process RIA Novosti 06 Sep 2014 -- The gist and tone of the statements made by NATO-members on the situation in Ukraine risk to hamper progress in the peace process and escalate tensions in the violence-torn country, Russian Foreign Ministry said Friday in a statement, commenting on the results of the NATO summit in Wales.
EU Agrees Fresh Sanctions Against Russia RFE/RL 06 Sep 2014 -- EU officials have agreed stronger sanctions against Russia over its role in eastern Ukraine, with the measures to be implemented on September 8.
Russia Says 'Will React' If EU Imposes New Sanctions RFE/RL 06 Sep 2014 -- Russia's Foreign Ministry has warned Moscow will react if the European Union imposes new sanctions against Russia over its role in the Ukraine crisis.
NATO's Eastern Countries Fractured Over Response To Russia RFE/RL 06 Sep 2014 -- Czech President Milos Zeman sparked a testy exchange with Swedish Foreign Minister Carl Bildt this week at the NATO summit in Wales, declaring that Prague had not yet seen 'clear proof' of Russia's intervention in Ukraine.
In Europe, Plenty Of Outrage - Just Not About Russia's Actions In Ukraine RFE/RL 05 Sep 2014
Russia's Modified Military Doctrine Not Providing for Preventive Nuclear Strikes RIA Novosti 05 Sep 2014 -- The provisions of Russia's updated military doctrine concerning the use of Russian nuclear weapons, do not and cannot presuppose preventive nuclear strikes, former Chief of the General Staff of the Russia's Armed Forces told RIA Novosti.
Russian Naval Aviation Forces to Receive 10 MiG-29K Fighter Jets by End of 2014 RIA Novosti 05 Sep 2014 -- The Russian Navy is to receive 10 new deck-based MiG-29K (Fulcrum-D) jet fighters by the end of 2014, Navy Commander Adm. Viktor Chirkov said Friday.
Pentagon Notes 'Exceptionally Capable' Russian Force AFPS 04 Sep 2014 -- The Russian troops amassed along the Ukrainian border have evolved to an exceptionally capable force, Defense Department spokesman Army Col. Steven Warren told Pentagon reporters today.
NATO Chief to Russia: Pull Troops From Ukraine VOA 04 Sep 2014 -- NATO Secretary General Anders Fogh Rasmussen accused Moscow outright on Thursday of attacking Ukraine and told the Kremlin to pull back Russian troops from Ukraine and to stop supporting rebels in eastern Ukraine.
NATO Chief Says 'Russia Is Attacking Ukraine' RFE/RL 04 Sep 2014 -- a formal agreement meant to ensure that Russia and NATO do not treat each other as adversaries.
Russian Official: NATO Members Want Intensifying Ukrainian Conflict RIA Novosti 04 Sep 2014 -- NATO member nations are pleased with the Ukrainian crisis escalation and the deterioration of relations with Russia, Russia's Deputy Prime Minister Dmitry Rogozin wrote in his Twitter microblog Thursday.
Lavrov: Moscow to Do Everything Possible to Promote East Ukraine Ceasefire RIA Novosti 04 Sep 2014 -- Moscow will do everything in its power in implementing measures toward a ceasefire in southeastern Ukraine, Russian Foreign Minister Sergei Lavrov said Thursday.
Lavrov: Russia Ready to Explain Provisions of Putin's Plan on Ukraine in Details RIA Novosti 04 Sep 2014 -- Moscow is ready to explain and clarify the provisions of Russian President Vladimir Putin's seven-point plan on Ukraine, Russian Foreign Minister Sergei Lavrov said Thursday.
Lavrov: Moscow Hopes West Grasps Statements Putting Poroshenko's Legitimacy in Question RIA Novosti 04 Sep 2014 -- The West needs to understand that it cannot support those in Kiev who are putting the legitimacy of Ukrainian President Petro Poroshenko in question with their statements, Russian Foreign Minister Sergei Lavrov said Thursday.
Russian Official: About 2,000 Tons of Humanitarian Aid Ready for Second Convoy to Ukraine RIA Novosti 04 Sep 2014 -- Almost 2,000 tons of humanitarian aid, including foodstuffs and water, are ready to be sent with the second humanitarian convoy to southeastern
Helicopter-Type UAVs May Appear in Russian Navy in One Year RIA Novosti 04 Sep 2014 -- Research and development company Radar MMS is waiting for the Russian Navy to place orders for its Breeze, a helicopter-type unmanned flying radar.
Russian Senator: Mistral Contract Breach May Cost France Billions in Fines RIA Novosti 04 Sep 2014 -- The deal for the delivery of Mistral-class helicopter carriers, signed by Russia and the French shipbuilder DCNS, allows for fines of several billion euros in the event of a contract breach, the Russian Federation Council's defense and security committee chairman Viktor Ozerov told RIA Novosti on Thursday.
Russian Defense Ministry: Russian MiG-31 Supersonic Interceptor Crashes, Pilots Survive RIA Novosti 04 Sep 2014 -- A Russian MiG-31 "Foxhound" jet has crashed near the city of Armavir in the country's southern region of Krasnodar, with both its pilots surviving, Russian Defense Ministry spokesman Igor Konashenkov said Thursday.
Defense Committee: Russia's Defense Capability to Remain Unaffected by Mistral Ship Delay RIA Novosti 04 Sep 2014 -- The defense capability of Russia and the Russian Navy will not suffer as a result of France's decision to put the delivery of the first Mistral-class helicopter carrier on hold, Adm. Vladimir Komoedov, chairman of the defense committee of the State Duma, Russia's lower house of parliament, said Wednesday.
Russia to Grant Mongolia Military-Technical Assistance RIA Novosti 03 Sep 2014 -- The protocol for the provision of military and technical assistance to Mongolia on a grant basis was signed Wednesday after the talks between Russian President Vladimir Putin with his Mongolian counterpart Tsakhiagiin Elbegdorj.
France Suspends Warship Delivery To Russia; Moscow Unfazed RFE/RL 03 Sep 2014 -- French President Francois Hollande says the government will not deliver the first of two Mistral-class warships to Russia because of Moscow's aggressive actions in eastern Ukraine.
Mistral Warship Delivery on Hold Until November – Agency Citing French Diplomat RIA Novosti 03 Sep 2014 -- The delivery of first Mistral-class helicopter carrier, built for Russia under the 2011 contract, was put on hold until November, Agence France-Presse quoted a French diplomatic source as saying Wednesday.
France Puts Off Delivery of First Mistral-Class Helicopter Carrier to Russia RIA Novosti 03 Sep 2014 -- The French government thinks that the delivery of the first Mistral-class helicopter carrier, built for Russia under the 2011 contract, would not be appropriate under present circumstances, the presidential administration said in a statement Wednesday.
Russia proposes roadmap for peace in Ukraine Iran Press TV 03 Sep 2014 -- Russian President Vladimir Putin says he hopes for Kiev and pro-Russian militias to reach a peace agreement on the spiraling crisis in east Ukraine on Friday.
Putin: Ukraine Needs to Pull Forces Back to Exclude Firing Artillery From Populated Areas RIA Novosti 03 Sep 2014 -- Russian President Vladimir Putin on Wednesday said that in order to stop the bloodshed in eastern Ukraine, the military needs to be pulled back from populated areas and cities to a point that would exclude them being fired upon.
Putin Expects Kiev Government, Independence Supporters to Reach Agreement Friday RIA Novosti 03 Sep 2014 -- Russian President Vladimir Putin hopes that final agreements between the Kiev government and independence supporters in southeastern Ukraine may be reached during Friday's Contact Group meeting in Minsk.
Putin: 'Poroshenko and I Have Similar Approaches to Ukrainian Conflict Settlement' RIA Novosti 03 Sep 2014 -- Russian President Vladimir Putin on Wednesday said his views with Ukrainian President Petro Poroshenko on settling the conflict in Ukraine were "very similar."
Ukraine Plans to Build Wall on Border With Russia in 6 Months RIA Novosti 03 Sep 2014 -- Ukraine plans to build a wall along its border with Russia in six months, the Kiev government said in its National Renewal plan released Wednesday.
Yatsenyuk: Ukraine Needs New Military Doctrine Identifying Russia as 'Aggressor' RIA Novosti 03 Sep 2014 -- Ukraine needs to create a new military doctrine that would reflect that Russia is an "aggressor-nation," Ukrainian Prime Minister Arseniy Yatsenyuk said Wednesday.
Putin and Poroshenko's Views on Exit From Crisis in Ukraine Have a Lot in Common: Kremlin RIA Novosti 03 Sep 2014 -- Russian President Vladimir Putin discussed over the telephone with Ukrainian President Petro Poroshenko the first steps to bringing an end to the bloodshed in eastern Ukraine and the presidents' views to exiting the crisis considerably coincide, Kremlin spokesman Dmitry Peskov said Wednesday.
Russia to Hold Large-Scale Strategic Rocket Drills in September: Defense Ministry RIA Novosti 03 Sep 2014 -- The Russian Defense Ministry announced on Wednesday that it will hold large-scale strategic missile exercises with more than 4,000 personnel and over 4,000 pieces of hardware and aviation in September.
India Interested in Russia's Missile Systems – Russian Air Force RIA Novosti 03 Sep 2014 -- India's Air Force commanders have expressed interest in the Russian surface-to-air missile systems in the course of the joint Russian-Indian Air Force exercise "Aviandra-2014", Maj. Gen. Sergey Babakov told journalists Wednesday.
Kremlin Says Russia Backs Ukraine Cease-Fire, But Not Party To Agreement RFE/RL 03 Sep 2014 -- Vladimir Putin's spokesman has denied that the Russian president and Ukrainian counterpart Petro Poroshenko agreed on a cease-fire in eastern Ukraine, saying that Russia is not a party to the conflict there.
Ukrainian PM Rejects Putin's Peace Plan RFE/RL 03 Sep 2014 -- Ukrainian Prime Minister Arseny Yatsenyuk has rejected Russian peace proposals for eastern Ukraine as an attempt to deceive the West about Moscow's real intentions.
Putin Floats 'Action Plan' for E. Ukraine Peace VOA 03 Sep 2014 -- Russian President Vladimir Putin has put forward what he called an 'action plan' for peace in eastern Ukraine, amid contradictory reports on whether a cease-fire had been reached between Ukrainian government forces and pro-Russian separatist rebels.
Ongoing conflict in eastern Ukraine drives more people from their homes – UN UN News Centre 02 Sep 2014 -- The number of displaced people in eastern Ukraine has risen dramatically in recent weeks due to the ongoing fighting in the country, the United Nations refugee agency (UNHCR) said today, warning of corresponding increases in the need for humanitarian aid for civilians in the region.
EU Readies New Sanctions Against Russia VOA 02 Sep 2014 -- European officials proposed sweeping new sanctions on Tuesday to starve Russia's companies of capital and technology as punishment for Moscow's intervention in Ukraine, where Kyiv officials said Russia was bolstering an “invasion” force.
Russian Security Council: 'Aggression Against Crimea Constitutes Attack on Russia' RIA Novosti 02 Sep 2014 -- Military aggression against Crimea will constitute an attack against Russia, Mikhail Popov.
Spokesman: Hagel to Discuss Russia During NATO Summit AFPS 02 Sep 2014 -- Defense Secretary Chuck Hagel is “mindful” of how the NATO alliance would have to prove strong enough to send the correct message to Moscow as Russia’s aggression toward the Ukraine grows.
Speech: The challenges facing NATO NATO 02 Sep 2014
Speech: NATO and Russia: a new strategic reality NATO 02 Sep 2014
NATO Leaders Set to Gather on Russia, Middle East VOA 02 Sep 2014 -- The leaders of the 28 NATO countries will gather for the first time in two years starting Thursday in Wales, in western Britain, with an agenda very different from the one they had for their last summit.
Russia to Update Military Doctrine by End-2014 – Russian Security Council RIA Novosti 02 Sep 2014 -- Russia will update its military doctrine by the end of 2014 to reflect new security threats, including the expansion of NATO, US missile shield plans and the political crisis in Ukraine.
Russia set to adjust its military doctrine toward NATO Iran Press TV 02 Sep 2014 -- Russia will adjust its military doctrine in response to NATO’s plans to boost its presence in Eastern Europe.
Russian Armed Forces to Receive Minimum of 230 New Planes, Helicopters in 2014 RIA Novosti 02 Sep 2014 -- The Russian Armed Forces will receive no less than 230 new airplanes and helicopters by the end of 2014.
Russia to Add Need for Arms Import Substitutes in Military Doctrine – Security Council RIA Novosti 02 Sep 2014 -- Russia will modify its military doctrine to add the necessity of import substitutes in weaponry.
Military Aircraft to Land on Highway for First Time in Russia RIA Novosti 02 Sep 2014 -- Military aircraft will land on a highway for the first time in the history of the Russian Armed Forces as part of military exercises in Russian Far East.
NIKIET Institute Completes Design of ‘BREST-300’ Fast Reactor RIA Novosti 02 Sep 2014 -- The Moscow based NIKIET institute has completed the engineering design for the BREST-300 fast reactor project.
Rogozin: Control over Vostochny Cosmodrome Construction Handed Over to Russian Government RIA Novosti 02 Sep 2014 -- Roscosmos is going to hand over the reins of the construction of the Vostochny cosmodrome to the Russian government.
Rogozin: 'Putin Approves Developing Super-Heavy Rockets With Up to 150-Ton Cargo Capacity' RIA Novosti 02 Sep 2014 -- Russian President Vladimir Putin has approved the development of super-heavy rockets with a cargo capacity of up to 150 tons.
Deputy Prime Minister: 'Russia Proceeding With Plans for Grouped Military Satellites' RIA Novosti 02 Sep 2014 -- Russia is not intending to review its plans for creating grouped military satellites.
Military Source: Russian Navy to Get New Space Tracking System RIA Novosti 02 Sep 2014 -- Russian naval vessels are to be equipped with a state of the art tracking system which will be able to receive data from space.
Russia’s Space Geckos Die Due to Technical Glitch Two Days Before Landing RIA Novosti 02 Sep 2014 -- The five geckos onboard Russia’s Foton-M4 satellite died simultaneously two days before landing because of a technical malfunction.
Ukraine defense minister warns of ‘great war’ in Europe Iran Press TV 01 Sep 2014 -- Ukrainian Defense Minister Valeriy Geletey has warned of an impending “great war” in Europe as the conflict escalates between Ukraine, backed by its Western allies, and Russia.
Russia Not to Intervene Militarily in Ukraine – Foreign Minister RIA Novosti 01 Sep 2014 -- Russia will not intervene with its military in the Ukrainian conflict and supports only a peaceful resolution of the crisis, Russian Foreign Minister Sergei Lavrov said Monday.
Is Putin 'Rebuilding Russia' According To Solzhenitsyn's Design? RFE/RL 01 Sep 2014 -- During an informal question-and-answer session at the pro-Kremlin Seliger youth camp on August 29, a young woman expressed concern about the "growth of nationalism" in Kazakhstan.
China May Be Biggest Winner From Ukraine Crisis VOA 01 Sep 2014 -- Thousands of miles away from the Ukrainian battlefields of Donetsk and Novoazovsk sits the country that may end up being the largest beneficiary of the turmoil along Russia’s southwest border: China.
US Cold War Covert Civilian Agent Program Targeting Soviet Union Exposed RIA Novosti 01 Sep 2014 -- During the Cold War, the United States recruited and trained civilian Alaskans as part of a covert network designed to collect intelligence in preparation for a Russian invasion.
Rasmussen: 'NATO Favors Good Relations With Russia, Adapts to Current Situation' RIA Novosti 01 Sep 2014 -- NATO believes good relations with Russia are important but the alliance has to adapt to the situation given Russia’s position towards NATO, NATO Secretary General Anders Fogh Rasmussen said Monday.
Rasmussen: 'Russia-France Mistral Ships Deal France’s Responsibility' RIA Novosti 01 Sep 2014 -- NATO has not considered taking over the order for two Mistral helicopter carriers that France is responsible for delivering to Russia, NATO Secretary General Anders Fogh Rasmussen said.
Russia’s Foton-M Satellite Landing Scheduled for September 1 RIA Novosti 01 Sep 2014 -- The landing of Russia’s Foton-M biosatellite with geckos, fruit flies, silkworm eggs, mushrooms and seeds of higher plants on board is appointed for the Knowledge Day, September 1, in the Orenburg region.

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