Putin calls for use of troops in Ukraine – CNN
CNNSimferopol, Ukraine (CNN) — [Breaking News Update 9:22 a.m. ET]. (CNN) — Russian President Vladimir Putin asked the upper house…
Crimea’s Leader Cements Power, Asks Moscow’s Help – ABC News
ABC NewsThe pro-Russian prime minister of Ukraine’s Crimea region claimed control of the military and police there Saturday and appealed…
What’s next for Winter Olympics after Sochi? – The Japan Times
The Japan TimesSOCHI, RUSSIA – The sheer cost, size and scale of the Sochi Olympics has outstripped anything done before.…
Ukraine crisis: Crimea leader appeals to Putin for help – BBC News
BBC NewsThe new pro-Moscow leader of Ukraine’s autonomous Crimea region has asked Russian President Vladimir Putin for help to ensure…
Obama warns Russia of ‘costs’ for intervention in Ukraine – Reuters
ReutersWASHINGTON (Reuters) – President Barack Obama warned Russia on Friday that military intervention in Ukraine would lead to “costs,” as…
US urges caution as Putin orders military drill – USA TODAY
USA TODAYKIEV, Ukraine – The United States urged Russia on Wednesday to avoid provocative actions after President Vladimir Putin ordered…
Russia to increase defense and security capabilities – President Putin – The Voice of Russia
The Voice of RussiaRussia will continue to increase the potential of its Armed Forces and all security forces, President Vladimir…
Merkel: Putin wants end to Ukraine unrest – Washington Post
Washington PostPARIS — The German chancellor says that she and Russian President Vladimir Putin have agreed to do all they…
Russian Police Question Pussy Riot in Sochi – Voice of America
Voice of AmericaSOCHI, RUSSIA — Russian President Vladimir Putin’s carefully controlled Winter Olympics are now running into unexpected, unscripted moments…
Russia survives Norway, advances to face Finland – ESPN
ESPNBut this imperfect, top-heavy Russian team faces incalculable pressure in Sochi, with everyone from President Vladimir Putin on down eagerly…
From Sochi, journalists report Winter Olympics woes: poor conditions and … – New York Daily News
New York Daily NewsDon’t flush the toilet, don’t drink the water and don’t expect a good night’s sleep. These are…
Russia President Putin encounters Sochi leopard cubs – BBC News
BBC NewsRussian President Vladimir Putin has taken senior Olympics officials on a tour of a Persian leopard sanctuary ahead of…
Putin: Russia Will Honor Ukraine Loan, Energy Deals – RadioFreeEurope/RadioLiberty
RadioFreeEurope/RadioLibertyRussian President Vladimir Putin (left to right), European Council President Herman Van Rompuy, and European Commission President Jose Manuel Barroso…
For Putin, Slights Signal Tension With EU – New York Times
New York TimesBRUSSELS — President Vladimir V. Putin for years trumpeted Russia’s grand ambitions for improved relations with the European…
Putin, EU Presidents Meet in Rapid-Fire Summit – Wall Street Journal
Wall Street JournalBRUSSELS—Russian President Vladimir Putin held a rapid-fire summit in Brussels with the European Union’s leadership duo Tuesday with…
Obama, Putin discuss Olympics security in call – Reuters
ReutersWASHINGTON (Reuters) – President Barack Obama and Russian President Vladimir Putin discussed in a phone call on Tuesday how best…
Russian Olympic terrorist search sets nerves jangling despite Putin assurances … – Washington Post
Washington PostMOSCOW – President Vladimir Putin has made a daring gamble with the Winter Games in Sochi, guaranteeing they will…
China media: Winter Olympics – BBC News
BBC NewsPresident Xi Jinping’s decision to attend the Winter Olympics in Sochi will open a new page in China-Russia relations,…
Police warn Sochi hotels of terror suspect as Olympics near – CNN
CNN(CNN) — New details fueled debate Monday over security at the upcoming Winter Olympic Games in Sochi: Wanted posters of…
No One Will Be Targeted at Olympics, Putin Says – New York Times
New York TimesMOSCOW — Seeking to head off one of several simmering controversies ahead of next month’s Winter Olympics, President…
Putin to gay visitors: ‘leave the children in peace’ – USA TODAY
USA TODAYSOCHI, Russia (AP) — Russian President Vladimir Putin sought Friday to reassure gay visitors to the Sochi Games that…
Putin vows to annihilate “terrorists” after suicide bombings – Reuters
ReutersVOLGOGRAD, Russia (Reuters) – President Vladimir Putin on Tuesday vowed to annihilate “terrorists” following two deadly bomb attacks in less…
Volgograd blasts: IOC ‘confident’ Games will be safe – BBC News
BBC NewsThe International Olympic Committee president says he has confidence that Russian authorities will deliver a “safe and secure” Games…
Pussy Riot still wants to topple Putin – Houston Chronicle
Houston ChronicleMOSCOW (AP) — Two members of the Russian punk band Pussy Riot who spent nearly two years in prison…
Pussy Riot still want to topple Putin – Washington Post
Washington PostMOSCOW — Two members of the Russian punk band Pussy Riot who spent nearly two years in prison for…
Amnestied Pussy Riot pair criticise Putin after release – euronews
euronewsKRASNOYARSK/NIZHNY NOVGOROD, Russia (Reuters) – Two members of Russian punk protest band Pussy Riot freed from prison on Monday derided…
Thanks, Putin, But No Thanks: Few Are Grateful for Russia’s Pre-Olympic Amnesty – TIME
TIMERussian President Vladimir Putin grabbed international headlines last week with a pre-Christmas amnesty that included the release of a number…
Foreign policy expert: Release of Russia punk rock group is publicity stunt – Fox News
Fox NewsThe release of Russian President Vladimir Putin’s most prominent critics in recent days is a move to enhance his…
2 Members of Pussy Riot Freed Under Amnesty Law – New York Times
New York TimesMOSCOW — Two women from the punk group Pussy Riot serving two-year prison terms for staging a protest…
Khodorkovsky: For now, steering clear of Russia and politics – Los Angeles Times
Los Angeles TimesMOSCOW — Mikhail Khodorkovsky, the former oil tycoon once considered President Vladimir Putin’s most potent political foe, said…
Khodorkovsky on Putin: ‘They were humane about my family’ – BBC News
BBC NewsMikhail Khodorkovsky has reacted philosophically when asked about his personal feelings towards Russian President Vladimir Putin. The former oil…
Russian oligarch Khodorkovsky reunited with family – USA TODAY
USA TODAYBERLIN (AP) — The former oil baron Mikhail Khodorkovsky was reunited with his family in Berlin on Saturday, a…
Ex-tycoon Khodorkovsky released from prison – USA TODAY
USA TODAYMOSCOW (AP) — Russian President Vladimir Putin on Friday signed a decree pardoning jailed tycoon Mikhail Khodorkovsky, the man…
Putin: ‘I envy’ Obama’s spy program – USA TODAY
USA TODAYRussia President Vladimir Putin says his government is not working with National Security Agency leaker Edward Snowden, and defended…