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opinion
Marianna Belenkaya

The Iran Crisis Can Be a Boost for Russia

If Syria becomes the setting for a clash between Washington and Tehran, it could be a major problem for Moscow.
NEW OWNER

U.S. Businessman Buys Russian-Language RTVI Broadcaster

The sale marks the first time the network will be majority owned by a foreign shareholder.
NOT TODAY

China And Russia Propose Lifting Some UN Sanctions on N. Korea

Russia said the move is aimed at encouraging talks between Washington and Pyongyang.
critical time

U.S. Senate Confirms Next U.S. Ambassador to Russia

John Sullivan will be the top U.S. diplomat in Russia at a particularly challenging time in the bilateral relationship.
Charged meeting

Trump Hosts Russia's Lavrov at White House, Warns Against Election Meddling

Lavrov also called on the U.S. to publish bilateral communications over the 2016 election.
no trust

Russia Has Retaliation Ready if U.S. Quits Open Skies Treaty

Russia and the U.S., the world's two biggest nuclear powers, have used it to keep an eye on each other's activities.
'state banditry'

Russia Says U.S. Presence in Syria Illegal, Protects Oil Smugglers

Russia's Defense Ministry said Washington had no mandate to increase its military presence in Syria.
no choice

Kremlin Says U.S. Betrayed Kurds in Syria, Tells Kurds to Withdraw or Be Mauled

"Now the Americans prefer to leave the Kurds at the border with Turkey and almost force them to fight the Turks," Kremlin spokesman said.
opinion
Marianna Belenkaya

What Is Russia Up to in the Gulf?

Arab countries are being increasingly proactive in diversifying their connections. Moscow is making use of this to gain advantages.
'threat of war'

Last Soviet Leader Gorbachev Urges Russia, U.S. to Hold Nuclear Talks

The last major nuclear arms control treaty between Russia and the United States, the New START treaty, is due to expire in 2021.
WEEKEND PROFILE

History Is Not on Putin’s Side, Says Former U.S. Ambassador

Michael McFaul believes the future of Russia is “normal, boring and democratic.”
mysterious trip

Russia Protests After U.S. Diplomats Found Near Secret Test Site

The diplomats were removed from a train near the site of a military testing accident that took place in August.
‘Big honor’

‘Putin’s Chef’ Admits Links to Pro-Kremlin Media for the First Time

A new group of four news outlets called “Patriot” identified Prigozhin as chairman of its board of trustees.
social media sensation

Russian Homeless Opera Singer's Viral Performance Inspires Outpouring of Support

"4 million people call LA home. 4 million voices... sometimes you just have to stop and listen to one, to hear something beautiful."
Foreign Influence

Putin’s Costly Protectionism Experiment is a Lesson for Trump

Russia’s counter-sanctions on food imports show the pitfalls of economic nationalism
Secrets don't make friends

Trump-Putin Phone Calls Can Only Be Disclosed With Russian Consent, Kremlin Says

Congress is determined to get access to Trump's calls, citing national security concerns.
'rule shaper'

After Saudi Attacks, Russia Makes Its Regional Presence Felt

"Russia often makes gains simply because the United States is too risk-averse to challenge it."
visa struggles

Russia Summons Senior U.S. Diplomat Over UN Visa Row

Moscow said 10 members of a Russian delegation traveling to attend the United Nations General Assembly had not been issued visas by the U.S.
'aggressive plans'

Russia Criticizes U.S. General Over Plan to Destroy Kaliningrad Air Defenses

"Firstly we consider this a threat. Secondly, we consider such statements to be absolutely irresponsible," Zakharova said.
espionage

Moscow Asks U.S. to Confirm Location of Ex-Official Named as Possible Spy

Russian media have said he may have been a U.S. spy exfiltrated in 2017.
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