Latest in Tag: Kremlin Highlight
Latest in Tag: Kremlin
Kremlin says it was right to sever ties with NATO
“The aggressive position of NATO has never been a secret. This is a bloc that was created against our country. No peace-loving statements, no camouflage of this aggressive orientation can hide its true purpose,” Peskov told a Russian TV program.
Cairo Declaration as a conclusive solution to Libyan crises: Kremlin
No meeting planned between Putin and Al-Sarraj, says Russian presidency spokesperson
Kremlin considers OPEC+ agreement done deal
“Definitely. Last night 22 countries reached a compromise, and the question was only in Mexico’s position,” Kremlin spokesman Dmitry Peskov told reporters, answering the question whether the Kremlin believes the deal would come through. In the early hours on Friday, Russian President Vladimir Putin, U.S.
Too critical for the Kremlin?
Following the dismissal of RBC chief editors, Russia’s critical media threatens to grow even smaller. The media group had a high profile, not least due to its research on the Panama Papers.
Kremlin admits TV accidentally showed secret weapons plans
Two Russian television channels have unintentionally aired footage containing confidential information on military weapon systems, Russian officials said. The pictures allegedly showed plans for a nuclear torpedo. The televised images show a military officer looking at a confidential document during a meeting of President Putin with army top brass in Sochi. “It’s true some secret …
Kremlin: Russia’s Egypt flight ban may last ‘several months’
A top Kremlin official has said that Russia’s ban on Egypt-bound flights will likely remain for ‘several months.’ The British FM said the UK took a similar decision after examining footage from Sharm el-Sheikh airport. Kremlin chief of staff Sergei Ivanov said on Tuesday that a flight ban to Egypt will likely remain in place …
Al-Sisi invites Putin to launch of Suez Canal Axis in August
Egyptian president met with world leaders in Moscow on Saturday
Pope Tawadros visits Moscow
Pope met with senior officials, members of Russian Orthodox Church
Al-Sisi, Putin seek stronger ties in Sochi
Russian and Egyptian presidents look to coordinate on international issues
Ukraine swears in new president amid glimmers of hope
Poroshenko took the oath of office in Kiev’s parliament one day after holding his first meeting with Russian President Vladimir Putin, since a dominant May 25 election victory handed him the mandate to try and save Ukraine from disintegration and economic collapse.
Putin’s Real Enemy
By Dr. César Chelala As fear increases in the west about Vladimir Putin’s imperial ambitions, the Russian president has to confront at home his most powerful enemy: vodka. Russians’ love for vodka has a long history in the country. Legend holds that vodka arrived in Moscow in the 14th century, brought by Genovese merchants to Prince Dmitry Ivanovich. …
Pro-Moscow separatists stay put despite Ukraine PM’s overtures
Despite a vow by the country’s premier to cede more power to the regions
Iran, world powers seek to intensify nuclear talks
Iranian Foreign Minister Mohammad Javad Zarif said Tuesday that he has formed a group of legal experts to help in the “complicated, difficult and slow work” of drafting a deal.
Russia vows no Ukraine invasion as leaders seek solution
Ukraine is now entering a crucial phase in its development after the fall of pro-Kremlin president Viktor Yanukovych in February, as the clock ticks down to 25 May presidential elections which are expected to cement Kiev’s pro-West course.
Whispers of dissent in Kremlin-ruled Crimea
Ukraine’s government estimates there are 25,000 people in Crimea like Anastasiya who want to flee the region after its Russian takeover.
Crimea holds referendum to split from Ukraine
Ukraine’s new government and most of the international community except Russia have said they will not recognise a result expected to be overwhelmingly in favour of immediate secession.
Thousands protest Crimea action in Moscow
Waving Ukrainian flags and shouting slogans heard during the Maidan protests in Kiev, the demonstrators urged Russian President Vladimir Putin to pull troops back.
Ukraine vows not to fight Russia over Crimea
Turchynov said Russian President Vladimir Putin had so far resisted intense international pressure and refused all contacts with Kiev aimed at resolving the worst breakdown in East-West relations since the Cold War.
Ukraine mobilises army as west warns Russia
Russia’s parliament voted Saturday to allow President Vladimir Putin to send troops into its western neighbour – a decision US President Barack Obama swiftly branded a “violation of Ukrainian sovereignty”.
Pro-Russian forces tighten grip on Crimea
The new government was dealt a new jolt when Russia’s energy giant Gazprom bluntly warned Kiev that it had accumulated a “huge” debt for unpaid natural gas that needed to be urgently paid.
Ukraine issues warrant for ousted leader for ‘mass murder’
Ukraine’s new interim head of the federal police said on Monday that he held Yanukovych and his team of feared security insiders directly responsible for the deaths.
Russia seals $4.2 bn in arms deals with Iraq
Iraqi Prime Minister Nuri al-Maliki and Russian counterpart Dmitry Medvedev agree on weapons deals totalling over $4.2 billion.
Russia advances sweeping new spy bill
Russia’s parliament advances spy legislation targeting civil groups working with foreigners
Anti-Putin rally held in Moscow, member of the opposition in parliament expelled
Thousands of Russians take to the streets in a “Russia without Putin” demonstration
Pussy Riot festival takes place despite pressure from Kremlin
Festival organised in support of imprisoned Pussy Riot members held in spite of pressure from authorities to cancel the event
Russia asserts Pacific power at APEC summit
Kremlin hoping for major economic gains by playing a regional role