West's shows 'unwillingness' in Ukraine truce: LavrovRussia called Western threats of fresh sanctions against Moscow evidence that Washington and Brussels are not interested in the success of a troubled truce in Ukraine.
Moscow lying 'to my face,' says KerryUS Secretary of State John Kerry accused Russian leaders of lying "to my face" about Moscow's involvement in the conflict in Ukraine.
Russia talks up chances of Iran nuclear dealRussia voiced confidence that world powers and Iran would be able to reach a comprehensive accord over Tehran's disputed nuclear programme by a June 30 final deadline.
Moody's downgrades Russia debt to 'junk' levelMoody's cut Russia's debt rating by one notch into 'junk' territory, saying the Ukraine crisis and the fall in oil prices and the ruble will further undermine Russia's economy.
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Russia 'undermining' global world order: USIn some of its sharpest criticism to date, Washington accused Moscow of "undermining" the global order by supporting rebels in eastern Ukraine.
Pussy Riot aim at US police in first English songPussy Riot, the Russian band jailed after mocking the Kremlin, has released a first English-language song that takes aim not at Vladimir Putin but at US police brutality.
Kerry calls on Russian FM to stop Ukraine attacksUS Secretary of State John Kerry called his Russian counterpart to urge him to stop separatist attacks on a strategic Ukrainian town and respect a fragile ceasefire.
Kazakhstan may restrict Russian imports: mediaMedia reports suggest that Kazakhstan may resort to restricting Russian imports due to the pressure its domestic market from the significantly cheaper products offered by its Northern neighbour.