Russia may lend Ukraine up to $6 billion for nuclear reactors
Government source said a reduction in the price of Russian gas depended on Ukraine ending cooperation on nuclear energy with a U.S. company.
Ukraine gives up uranium, but needs assistance in return
U.S. help is needed to dispose of the remaining solid-rocket engines used in Soviet-era intercontinental ballistic missles.
Russia says needs time to develop political system
Russian President Dmitry Medvedev said on Tuesday that he and Barack Obama have "changed the atmosphere" in Russian-U.S. ties, but demanded more American support on issues from the economy to Afghan drugs.
Russia country profile
Russia emerged from a decade of post-Soviet economic and political turmoil to reassert itself as a world power.
Bakiyev says he will resign if security guaranteed
Ousted Kyrgyzstan President Kurmanbek Bakiyev says that he is ready to resign as long as his security is guaranteed. Meanwhile, the head of the security services agrees to guarantee safe passage. The statements may point to a resolution of the tensions that have gripped the country after a bloody uprising
Turkey hires banks for 10-year euro-denominated bond
Turkey is planning to sell bonds on international markets for the second time in a month as it takes advantage of lower interest costs for emerging markets as economies recover.
Ousted Kyrgyz president makes first public address since bloodshed
Ousted President Bakiyev addressed supporters in Kyrgyzstan on Monday, the first time he had been seen since fleeing violent protests last week. He warned of "further bloodshed" should his opponents attempt to seize him.
Euro rebounds on Greece deal hope
The euro rebounds and stocks rise as reports suggest EU leaders have agreed details of a plan to rescue debt-ridden Greece.
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