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Medvedev promises better arms for Russian military
President Dmitry Medvedev marked the anniversary on Monday of victory over Nazi Germany with a promise to arm Russian troops with the latest weapons and push reform of a military plagued by low morale and poor equipment.
Medvedev signs Russia-Turkey nuclear papers
Russian President Dmitry Medvedev has signed a 2009 nuclear cooperation agreement with Turkey that would boost energy projects between the two countries, the Kremlin said on Saturday.
Russia's Putin proposes new political force
Prime Minister Vladimir Putin has proposed creating a "broad popular front" ahead of Russia's parliamentary election, in an apparent attempt to counter growing public discontent with his political party and solidify support.
Ukraine Looks to Texas for an Energy Path
This former Soviet state in Eastern Europe is betting that the path toward energy independence runs through Fort Worth.
Russia to train Turkish scientists in nuclear energy and space technology
Ambassador of the Russian Federation to Turkey Vladimir Ivanovskiy has said Russia will not only build a planned nuclear plant but will also train and educate Turks since in time the project will need a substantial number of experts and qualified people to run it. He also says the plan is to further technology sharing in such other areas as space science.
Ukraine Views South Stream As a Threat
The planned South Stream natural gas pipeline meant to avoid Ukrainian territory is a blow to national interests, the Ukrainian energy minister said.
Ukraine can get Azerbaijan’s liquefied gas
Ukraine will be able to get liquefied gas from Azerbaijan in three years.
Russia's Medvedev hints he may not run again
Russian President Dmitry Medvedev said Monday he might choose a job as the "angel" of high-tech business when he leaves office, in a clear hint that he may not run for re-election.
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