Person: Dmitry Kozak

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world

US announces new sanctions on Russia

The United States has announced new sanctions on seven Russian government officials and 17 companies with links to President Vladimir Putin’s inner circle.

sport

Russia defends treatment of Pussy Riot in Sochi

comment-analysis

Cost and conflict overshadows Sochi Winter Games

sport

Russian Minister warns athletes to 'leave the kids alone'

sport

Sochi venues costs 'doubled'

world

Putin gives gays olympic promise

Backing for Russian anti-gay law

Russia’s deputy prime minister has reportedly said that politicians should consider adopting a controversial anti-gay bill.

Fri, 02 Dec, 2011

Coughlan and Martin to meet Russian Deputy PM

Russia's Deputy Prime Minister is due to meet the Tánaiste and the Minister for Foreign Affairs later today.

Tue, 03 Mar, 2009

63 dead as Islamic rebels attack police

SCORES of Islamic militants yesterday launched simultaneous attacks on police and government buildings in Nalchik in Russia’s turbulent Caucasus region, sparking battles that killed at least 63 people.

Fri, 14 Oct, 2005

Dozens dead after militants attack Caucasus city

Islamic militants attacked police and government buildings in one of the main cities of Russia’s turbulent Caucasus region today, sparking battles in which dozens of people died, officials said.

Thu, 13 Oct, 2005

Putin beefs up state control in terrorism fight

PRESIDENT Vladimir Putin strengthened his control over Russia yesterday with a series of far-reaching initiatives which he said were aimed at combating terrorism.

Tue, 14 Sep, 2004