In Russian Thaw, Opportunity
It's too early, and there have been too many disappointments in the past, to call it a Kumbaya moment. But American relations with Russia are in the midst of an interesting warming trend.
Russia sees positive effects of a less confrontational foreign policy
Nuclear deals, trade agreements, signatures on international treaties: Russia has been in a cooperative mood since the turn of the year. Moscow has discovered the benefits of a less confrontational foreign policy.
Merkel: EU should talk to Russia on security
German Chancellor Angela Merkel said yesterday that the European Union as well as the NATO military alliance should discuss security issues with Russia, in order to prevent conflicts arising.
Medvedev to visit Finland to boost high-tech cooperation
Dmitry Medvedev will begin a two-day working visit to Finland on Tuesday to agree on a new European security architecture and discuss bilateral cooperation in high technologies
Democrats Demand Clarity over Bulgaria, Russia Energy Talks
The Bulgarian Democrats for Strong Bulgaria (DSB) have requested a meeting with the Energy Minister Traicho Traikov in order to discuss the energy negotiations between Bulgaria and Russia.
Russia, Ukraine to consider joint atomic project
Russian and Ukrainian experts will discuss setting up a joint nuclear generation project on Tuesday, Ukraine's major energy company said.
Cold War remnants evident in Russia's influence in Cyprus
Their close relationship is a boon to Russia's trade economy as well as oligarchs looking to stash ill-gotten cash. Ties with Moscow are strengthened by Cypriots' skepticism of the U.S.
Parliament passes Turkish-Russian nuclear plant bill
A bill approving the May 12 agreement between Russia and Turkey on the establishment of a nuclear power plant was passed by Parliament on Thursday.
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