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'Weeks or days'

Biden 'Convinced' Putin Has Made Decision to Invade Ukraine

The U.S. President said he believes Vladimir Putin has decided to invade Ukraine and that the attack could begin "in the coming days."

U.S. 'Ready' for Talks With Russia From Early January: U.S. Official

The United States is preparing for talks with Russia that could start within weeks, a senior official said Thursday.

Biden Says Sending U.S. Troops to Ukraine 'Not on the Cards'

The U.S. President also said he told Vladimir Putin to expect sanctions "like none he's ever seen" if Russia invades Ukraine.

Moscow Hopes U.S. 'Serious' in Seeking Dialogue in New Talks

The two countries will hold the talks on Wednesday in Geneva in a new bid to encourage stability in the tense relationship.

opinion Dmitry Trenin

What Is Putin’s Mindset Ahead of His Meeting With Biden?

There are no illusions in Moscow: adversarial relations with Washington are here to stay.

opinion Mark Galeotti

Emotions Central to the Putin-Biden Summit

It is not that American policy should be subordinated to Putin’s emotional neuralgias, but Biden should at least know what he is dealing with.

The Big Meeting

Putin Hopes Biden Less Impulsive Than Trump

Russian President Vladimir Putin voiced hope Friday that U.S. President Joe Biden will be less impulsive than his predecessor Donald Trump

diplomatic fallout

‘No De-Escalation’: Russia Reacts to U.S. Sanctions, Biden Speech

Russian officials and television personalities had strong reactions to the measures and Biden’s comments.

Biden Warns Putin on Ukraine, Proposes U.S.-Russia Summit

In a phone call, U.S. President Joe Biden urged Russian counterpart Vladimir Putin to ease mounting tensions with Ukraine.

opinion Anna Arutunyan

What a U.S. Intelligence Report on Russia Really Tells Us About America

The U.S. is easily triggered by what is in effect Russian trolling because Americans are increasingly uncomfortable with internal threats.

opinion Vladimir Frolov

Biden Called Putin a Killer. Will That Change Anything?

Although Moscow will show restraint in its foreign policy response to “Biden’s slam”, its response at home promises to be much tougher.

Advancing Authoritarianism

Biden Says No More U.S. 'Rolling Over' to Russia

New U.S. administration pledges to punish "Russia's malign activity."

Biden Signals Tougher U.S. Stance Against Russia in First Call With Putin

The new U.S. President highlighted concerns over the poisoning of opposition leader Alexei Navalny and Russian "aggression" against Ukraine.

'Very Concerned'

Biden Says 'Mutual Self-Interest' With Russia Key Despite Navalny Arrest

U.S. President Joe Biden said that talks on extending the soon-expiring New START treaty have to be prioritized.

Biden Proposes New START Extension, Navalny Investigation

The nuclear arms deal is set to expire in two weeks.

opinion Igor Ivanov

Russia and U.S. Must Not Squander Chances For Cooperation

Sustained confrontation between Washington and Moscow would handicap Russia’s own development.

Russia Urges Biden to Be 'More Constructive' Over Arms Treaty

The Russian Foreign Ministry said the treaty should be extended in its current version without pre-conditions for five years.

opinion Mark Galeotti

Medvedev Sets Out His Stand For Rapprochement With U.S., Relevance For Himself

The ex-President is searching for significance. As Biden enters office, he might just have some encouraging things to say.

ball's in your court

Russia Says Better Ties With U.S. Up to Biden

The Kremlin said that the change in the U.S. presidency will make no difference to Russia.

Biden State Pick Calls For Extending New START With Russia

Antony Blinken, President-elect Joe Biden's nominee for Secretary of State, said the incoming administration would seek to extend the arms deal.

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