Russia and 2 Neighbors Form Economic Union
The leaders of Russia, Belarus and Kazakhstan took their longest stride to date in linking their economies, forming a customs union that they say will soon evolve into a more ambitious common market, with Russia at its hub.
EU leaders welcome Komorowski's election victory
European leaders have welcomed the election of Bronislaw Komorowski as Poland's new president. Komorowski's party has made eurozone membership for Poland a top priority.
Yanukovich calls for new formula of Black Sea collective security
Ukrainian President Viktor Yanukovich has called for elaborating a new formula of collective security in the Black Sea zone.
US-Azerbaijan relations at risk of failing?
Though sometimes overlooked, Azerbaijan’s geopolitical status far outweighs its size. Located just north of Iran and just south of the volatile Caucuses, it sits on the Caspian Sea, astride major oil and gas transshipment routes that avoid Russia.
Russian President Medvedev arrives in Kazakhstan
Russian President Dmitry Medvedev arrived in Kazakhstan on Monday to take part in a session of the member states of the Eurasian Economic Community (EurAsEC).
NATO's door still open for Ukraine: Clinton
Russia's backyard on a major tour against the background of the discovery of an alleged Cold War-style Russian spy ring in the United States. "Ukraine is a sovereign and independent country that has the right to choose its own alliances and NATO's door
Why Russia is being so friendly to the U.S.
The 11 people arrested and accused of spying for Russia have titillated the tabloids and reminded Cold War veterans of the good old days. But they won't do much damage to U.S.-Russian relations.
Russia plans floating nuclear plant
Russia has taken a big step towards the controversial creation of the world's first floating nuclear power station, putting a barge that will house the plant into the water.
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