Berlin Wall’s fall stokes memories of lost hopes in Russia
MOSCOW — When the Berlin Wall fell, the Soviet Union stepped back, letting East Germany's communist government collapse and then quickly accepting Ger...
US filmmaker Oliver Stone praises Putin for role in Syria
RIYADH, Saudi Arabia — American filmmaker Oliver Stone on Wednesday praised Russian President Vladimir Putin as a "stabilizing force" in the Middle Ea...
Putin hosts Cuban leader for talks on expanding ties
MOSCOW — Russian President Vladimir Putin hailed Cuba's resilience in the face of U.S. pressure as he hosted his Cuban counterparts for talks Tuesday ...
Putin courts Africa and offers to mediate dam dispute
MOSCOW — Russian President Vladimir Putin on Thursday sought to expand Moscow's clout in Africa by touting military aid and economic projects at the f...
Russian forces deploy at Syrian border under new accord
AKCAKALE, Turkey — Russian military police began patrols on part of the Syrian border Wednesday, quickly moving to implement an accord with Turkey tha...
Putin aims to boost Moscow’s clout with Russia-Africa summit
MOSCOW — Russian President Vladimir Putin is hosting dozens of leaders of African nations for the first-ever Russia-Africa summit, reflecting Moscow's...