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Russia to Set up Own Orbital Space Station to Gain Edge Over ISS
New station to be positioned at better angle to provide extended view of Russia and Arctic offshore.
Russia Expels Polish Diplomats For Behavior 'Incompatible with Status'
Moscow retaliates for Warsaw's removal of Russian diplomats by deporting Polish diplomats.
US Begin $1 Trillion Upgrade of Nuclear Weapons Arsenal
US defence secretary Chuck Hagel the admits US nuclear weapons force needs updating.
Ukraine Crisis: David Cameron Compares Vladimir Putin's Russia to Nazi Germany Ahead of G20 Summit
British Prime Minister makes comments in response to reports of Russian troops entering Ukraine.
Ukraine Crisis: Moscow and Kiev the Focus as World Leaders Convene for G20 Summit
G20 summit in Australia overshadowed by Ukraine unrest amid reports of Russian incursion.
Nato Fighter Jets Intercept Russian Plane Over Baltic Sea as Moscow Denies Violation
Dutch F-16 fighters escort Russian Ilyushin plane after it flew close to Estonian and Lithuanian airspace.
World Cup Controversy: The Key Points from Fifa's Contentious Committee Report
The FA, Australia and dodgy Russian computers were in frame for criticism in Thursday's report
Ukraine Crisis: Russia Accuses Kiev of Not Adhering to Minsk Protocol
BREAKING: Foreign ministry spox outlines Moscow's concerns with Kiev's failure to comply with Minsk agreement.
Fifa World Cup Storm: English FA Denies its 2018 Bid Harmed Governing Body's Image
English football's governing body insist its efforts to win the 2018 bid remained transparent throughout.
Frontline Ukraine: In Kiev We Don't Talk of Putin's Tanks - All We Talk About is Economic Oblivion
We've heard about the Russian invasion so many times, it's old news to us.
US Slams Russia's Ukraine Incursion as Medvedev Warns Better Relations Depend on Sanctions Lift
Russia PM says necessary 'to abandon sanctions' if relations with US are to improve.
Ukraine Crisis: Russian Defence Ministry Denies Nato 'Invasion' Claims
Moscow denies reports of Russian military convoys crossing into Ukraine's rebel-held Donetsk region
Iran and Russia in Fresh Deal to Build 8 New Nuclear Reactors
International nuclear watchdog IAEA refuses to comment on Iran-Russia deal, which comes ahead of nuclear talks.
CNN to Suspend Service in Russia
CNN to suspend broadcasting in Russia "in light of recent changes in Russian media legislation."
Russians are 'Ripping Up International Rulebook' over Ukraine - David Cameron
UK not seeking another Cold War with Russia, but I will confront Putin says PM
Moscow: Russian Capital Covered in Blanket of 'Foul Smelling' Toxic Gas
Media reports say the gas is hydrogen sulphide that can be highly toxic and smells like rotten eggs.
Nomura: Putin is a Prisoner of Nationalistic Policy as Rouble Depreciation Won't Change Military Stance
Prominent analyst doubts that consequent economic stresses in Russia will put the regime at risk
Iran, Russia to Sign Nuclear Plants Deal on Tuesday
Iran is also seeking investment to create a power network linking Russia and Iran.
Former Soviet Leader Mikhail Gorbachev Warns of New Cold War
Ex-USSR leader warns that tensions between the US and Russia over Ukraine could lead to a return of the Cold War.
Post Vladimir Putin's Sperm to Russian Mothers to Form Elite Nation, says Lawmaker
Head of commission on Women's Affairs, Children and Family wants to mail Putin's DNA across Russia.
World Chess Championship 2014: Viswanathan Anand Says Magnus Carlsen is Tenacious in His Play
Viswanathan Anand says he is happy with his performance this year prior to the 2014 World Chess Championship clash against Magnus Carlsen.
Vladimir Putin: 'Nothing Wrong with Soviet Union's Pact with Nazi Germany'
Russian leader says there's 'nothing bad' about Soviet Union not wanting to fight Adolf Hitler by signing Molotov-Ribbentrop Pact.
Caucasus and Central Asia's GDP Growth Seen Slower on Lower Remittances From Russia: IMF
Russia-Ukraine crisis and Western sanctions impact growth in Caucasus and Central Asia.
Ukraine Crisis: Rebel Election Winner Zakharchenko Claims 'Donetsk People's Republic Voted for Independence and Prosperity'
Rebel leader Igor Plotnisky expected to win vote in restive region of Luhansk
Russia Delivers Ebola Aid to Five Countries in Africa
Russian cargo aircraft dispatches aid to Republic of Congo, Ghana, Mali, Guinea-Bissau, and Ivory Coast.
France-Russia Warship Deal under Spotlight after Nato Reports Moscow's Increased Air Activity
Russia hopes to receive first of two helicopter carriers as scheduled in November, but France uncertain.
NATO Reports 'Large Scale' Russian Air Activity in European Airspace
Four groups of Russian warplanes sighted 'conducting significant military manoeuvres' over European airspace.
Russians Can Avoid Jail for Soliciting Sex By Marrying Prostitutes, Proposes St Petersburg
Controversial bill based on international evidence that introducing client responsibility lowers sex work rates.
Russia to Expand Military Presence on Arctic Coast as Race for the North Heats Up
Russian defence minister says the country will increase troops on its Arctic Coast.
Moscow Hotel Goes 'Halal' as Russia Tries to Woo Muslim Visitors
Even the shampoo and soap in the rooms are certified as halal and do not contain any animal fats or alcohol.