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27.08.2010, 13:18
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Israeli Premier Benjamin Netanyahu has reportedly asked his Russian counterpart Vladimir Putin to halt an alleged arms deal with Syria involving deliveries of Russian P-800 Oniks supersonic anti-ship cruise missiles.
06.10.2009, 19:50
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A group of former Russian soldiers is involved in an intense military training program in preparation for Iraq. They believe they can compete with their British and American counterparts by adopting a unique approach.
21.03.2010, 22:17
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The Middle East Quartet mediators have called on Israel to freeze settlement activity in East Jerusalem. They have also urged the sides to return to the negotiation table.
15.05.2009, 15:43
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The Shanghai Cooperation Organisation meeting is promising a more efficient framework. Ekaterina Koldunova, political analyst at Moscow University of International Relations doesn’t see the SCO as a NATO counterbalance.
21.12.2009, 19:28
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An attempt to solve Iran’s nuclear issue by an attack on its facilities would lead to "horrible and unpredictable consequences," former Russian Prime Minister Yevgeny Primakov has said.
08.02.2010, 18:24
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On Monday the political leader of Hamas claimed both the US and Israel are holding back reconciliation in Palestine. Khaled Mashaal came to Moscow for talks on how to unite Palestinians and resume talks with Israel.
31.05.2009, 19:25
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At least 15 Russians are reported to have been released in Egypt after being arrested several days ago. More than 20 more are still being held in Cairo. The Russian Consulate says Moscow wants more explanations.
23.10.2009, 17:00
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World powers are expecting Iran to give its answer on transferring its uranium to Russia for enrichment. It's hoped the agreement, formed in Vienna, will reduce concerns over Tehran's nuclear ambitions.
15.11.2009, 17:52
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Iran says it could soon have the technology to produce its own missile defense system. A senior Iranian lawmaker explained that Tehran may go it alone if Russia fails to provide it with air defense missiles.
22.10.2009, 14:07
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The standing contract between Moscow and Tehran on delivery of the long-range air defense system “S-300” has been frozen, according to a source in the Russian arms trade. Experts are split over the damage this may cause.
Published: 02 March, 2009, 20:12
Russia’s mediation is more important for Gaza than humanitarian aid, says Mikhail Troitsky, political analyst from the Moscow Institute of Foreign relations.
According to Media reports, israeli settlements have already taken up 60% of the West Bank. So the Palestinians will be living in disconnected Bantustans with no viability. Most Palestinians will have none of this. I see no reason why Russia should be spending political capital in trying to justify the ethnic cleansing of Israel.