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    Putin called Obama
    Jun26

    Putin called Obama

    Putin called Obama on Thursday. This was the first time the two leaders spoke in four months. Putin reportedly brought up the spread of the Islamic State’s influence n the Middle East. Ultimately, the two leaders agreed to have Russia’s Foreign Minister Sergei Lavrov and the US’ Secretary of State John Kerry met to further...

    Estonian Defense Chief: NATO Must ‘Neutralize’ Putin’s Perceived Advantage
    Jun26

    Estonian Defense Chief: NATO Must ‘Neutralize’ Putin’s Perceived Advantage

    Estonia’s defense chief has welcomed the U.S. decision to preposition military equipment in the Baltics and other countries on the eastern edge of the alliance, saying that a strong presence is required to diminish the potential threat of a Russian attack. …read more Source: Radio Free Europe / Radio...

    Putin out to seize control of Ukraine, says Kiev defense chief
    Jun26

    Putin out to seize control of Ukraine, says Kiev defense chief

    KIEV (Reuters) – The West should not drop its guard over Ukraine, the country’s defense minister said on Friday, saying a build-up of Russian… …read more Source:...

    The Daily Vertical: Here Comes The Hangover
    Jun26

    The Daily Vertical: Here Comes The Hangover

    The Daily Vertical is a video primer for Russia-watchers that appears Monday through Friday. Viewers can suggest topics via Twitter @PowerVertical or on the Power Vertical Facebook page. …read more Source: Radio Free Europe / Radio...

    Chinese-Filipino Community’s Dilemma: The Philippines, China, and the South China Sea Disputes
    Jun26

    Chinese-Filipino Community’s Dilemma: The Philippines, China, and the South China Sea Disputes

    At its very core, the Philippines is an idea, representing a pluralistic land with hospitable people, who have always welcomed persecuted people from around the world. It is an all-embracing society that has been open to peoples from around the world. Nationalism and nationhood in post-colonial, cosmopolitan countries like the Philippines...

    Putin Calls Obama to Talk ISIS, Iran
    Jun26

    Putin Calls Obama to Talk ISIS, Iran

    Russian President Vladimir Putin called President Barack Obama and discussed continued tensions in eastern Ukraine and the fight against ISIS in the Middle East. …read more Source:...

    NATO fears return of escalated violence in eastern Ukraine
    Jun26

    NATO fears return of escalated violence in eastern Ukraine

    The top U.S. commander for NATO said Thursday that Russian President Vladimir Putin isn’t finished with his involvement in eastern Ukraine, as the U.S. and its allies outlined support for Kiev. …read more Source: FOX...

    U.S.-Backed Financing For Big Eurasian Projects To Soon Dry Up
    Jun26

    U.S.-Backed Financing For Big Eurasian Projects To Soon Dry Up

    A crucial source of financing may soon no longer be available for purchasing expensive equipment needed for farming in Ukraine, earth-moving in Kazakhstan, and oil and gas operations in Russia and Iraq. …read more Source: Radio Free Europe / Radio...

    White House: Putin calls Obama, discuss Ukraine, IS, Iran
    Jun26

    White House: Putin calls Obama, discuss Ukraine, IS, Iran

    WASHINGTON (AP) — Russian President Vladimir Putin and President Barack Obama spoke by telephone Thursday and discussed continued tensions in… …read more Source:...

    Putin, Obama Discuss Iran Nuclear Talks, Islamic State In Phone Call
    Jun26

    Putin, Obama Discuss Iran Nuclear Talks, Islamic State In Phone Call

    Russian President Vladimir Putin phoned U.S. President Barack Obama June 25, their first call since February, to discuss Iran nuclear talks, “the increasingly dangerous situation in Syria” and the need to counter the Islamic State, the White House said. …read more Source: Radio Free Europe / Radio...