Russian company seeks to buy U.S. uranium mining operations
A Russian company is seeking to buy a controlling interest in one of the largest uranium extraction operations in the United States -- a sale that requires U.S. government review because of possible national security implications.
Ukraine's environment strategy worrying Brussels
No EU money can flow to Ukraine's state programmes for the environment unless the government opens up to input from civil society, the European Commission
No proof Iran building nuclear weapons - Lavrov
There is no proof that Iran is working toward the creation of nuclear weapons, Russian Foreign Minister Sergei Lavrov said on Thursday, APA reports quoting RIA Novosti. However in order for UN sanctions imposed on the Islamic Republic to be lifted, Iran must prove its nuclear program has a 100% peaceful character, Lavrov told the U.S. PBS TV channel.
Iran regrets Russia's decision to cancel arms deal
Iran on Thursday regretted Russia's decision to cancel an arms deal with the Islamic republic, ISNA news agency reported.
Russia leads the charge in the race for the Arctic
Russia is leading the charge in the race to exploit the vast oil and gas reserves under the Arctic.
Pentagon: Gates worried about Russian arms sale
A spokesman says Defense Secretary Robert Gates shares Israel's concerns that Russia plans to sell Syria anti-ship cruise missiles.
Israel angry at Russian plan to sell Syria missiles
Israel criticized Russia on Monday for planning to sell anti-ship cruise missiles to Syria, saying the advanced weapons could be transferred to Hezbollah guerrillas in neighboring Lebanon.
Czechs Seek Nuclear-Energy Partner
The Czech Republic has a big choice to make as it moves to boost nuclear generating capacity: whether to align the country's energy sector with Russia or the West.
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