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BILATERAL RELATIONS

U.S., Russia Launch Discreet New Round of Talks in Geneva

Diplomats from the world’s top two nuclear powers are expected to discuss issues related to defense, technology and space.

U.S. Reviewing Russia’s ‘Market Economy’ Status

Latest trade dispute could limit Russian industrial exports to the U.S.

U.S., Russia Clash Over Embassy Staff Levels Again

Argument over staffing levels at embassies continues after U.S. forced to lay off almost 200 staff across Russia.

joint commitment

Arctic Nations Pledge to Fight Global Warming Despite Rising Tensions

Global warming, untapped resources, new maritime routes and the future of local populations topped the agenda of the meeting in Reykjavik.

dismissive attitude

Russian Intelligence Calls U.S. Cyber Attack Claims 'Nonsense'

"Reading this nonsense is an occupation of little interest," the SVR said of the U.S. executive order.

Biden Summit Offer Hailed in Moscow as Win for Putin

Russian officials believe the invitation signals that Moscow is finally being treated with the respect it deserves.

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.

Kremlin Says Biden Does Not Want to Improve Ties With Russia

"It is clear that he does not want to get the relationship with our country back on track," Putin's spokesman told reporters.

Russia's Washington Envoy to Return to Moscow Saturday – Embassy

Russia's Embassy in Washington warned that bilateral ties were on the brink of "collapse."

Biden Says U.S. Will 'Never' Accept 'Aggressive' Russia's Crimea Annexation

Biden's statement marked the seventh anniversary of the Russian invasion of the peninsula.

Moscow Court Orders Psych Exam for Former U.S. Marine

U.S. Marine Trevor Reed was sentenced to nine years in prison for allegedly hitting a Moscow law enforcement officer while drunk.

close encounter

Russian Bomber Low-Passes U.S. Destroyer in Black Sea

Russia’s move threatens to further fuel tensions with NATO allies in the region.

RARE COMPROMISE

Putin Signs New START Extension

The New START treaty is the last remaining arms reduction pact between the former Cold War rivals.

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.

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.

Continent's Security Architecture

The Open Skies Treaty: NATO's Eyes Over Russia

Washington has said Moscow had "weaponized" the treaty to target "critical infrastructure" in the U.S. and Europe.

UNSOLICITED SUGGESTIONS

Russia Intends to Give Election Advice to U.S.

“We’ll send recommendations,” the speaker of the lower house of parliament Vyacheslav Volodin said in an interview.

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