Greece defence minister reassures NATO over Russia ties
Greece's new government remains committed to its NATO role despite close ties with Russia that have worried its allies.
Kazakhstan returns 2nd place at Winter Universiade
Kazakhstan has returned its second place at the 17th Winter Universiade overall medal count.
'No doubt' US will provide arms: Ukraine president
Ukraine President Petro Poroshenko said he has "no doubt" the US will provide weapons for the fight against pro-Russian separatists.
Russian MP says homosexuals 'mentally ill' after lesbian selfie
A Russian lawmaker who has strongly backed anti-gay legislation said all homosexuals were "mentally ill".
Litvinenko thought Putin was linked to crime: widow
The widow of former Russian spy Alexander Litvinenko told that her husband had suspected Vladimir Putin of being involved in "criminal conduct".
Wolves lock jaws on 1st place in Group B: Astana Arlans win Baku Fires 3:2
Kazakhstan’s finest boxers from the Astana Arlans have travelled to Guba, Azerbaijan to face their great rivals the Baku Fires.
Fierce fighting rages for key Ukraine town
Battles raged between government forces and pro-Russian rebels for control of a strategic transport hub as the death toll mounted in east Ukraine.
US reconsidering arming Ukraine's forces: report
NATO's military commander and Obama administration officials appear to be moving toward supporting sending defensive weapons to Kiev.
EU must stop 'spasmodic' moves on Russia: minister
The European Union must halt "spasmodic" action against Russia, adding Greece could not be ignored in EU affairs simply because it owes money.
Ukraine rebels vow to push offensive if talks fail
Pro-Russian separatists vowed on Friday to push their latest offensive in eastern Ukraine further if truce talks with Kiev's pro-Western leaders fail.
Ice Speedway to hit Medeu on Valentine's Day
On February 14 and 15, Almaty’s Medeu ice skating rink will host a stage of the Speedway world championship.
EU must realise Russia sanctions lead nowhere: Moscow
The European Union's decision to extend sanctions against Russia over Ukraine is a destructive policy that will lead nowhere.
Twelve people, including seven civilians, killed in east Ukraine: officials
Twelve people, including seven civilians, were killed in the past 24 hours in clashes between government forces and pro-Russian rebels in east Ukraine.
EU to expand Russia blacklist, ready for more measures over Ukraine
The EU agreed to add new names to a sanctions blacklist over Russia's involvement in Ukraine and will start work on possible further measures.
Extradite or prosecute: Deputy Prosecutor General of Kazakhstan on Ablyazov's case
Deputy Prosecutor General of Kazakhstan speaks about the possibilities of prosecuting fugitive Kazakh billionaire Mukhtar Ablyazov in accordance with the international law.
Russia's Gazprom profits plunge 61%, hit by Ukraine row
Russia's gas giant Gazprom said its third quarter profits plunged 61 percent as supplies were suspended to Ukraine, one of its main customers.
Poroshenko and US press Putin on Ukraine violence
Ukraine President Petro Poroshenko appealed to Russia's Vladimir Putin while Washington threatened tougher measures should Moscow fail to rein in separatists mounting.
Greece-EU clash spreads to Russia sanctions
Greece has created a new headache for the EU by questioning sanctions against Russia over Ukraine.
'I'm not an enemy': Moscow exhibit showcases Gulag letters
Entitled "The Right of Correspondence," the exhibition is organised by Russia’s top rights group, Memorial, and displays hundreds of letters sent by Gulag.
Putin lauds Soviet army at Moscow's Auschwitz ceremony
President Vladimir Putin slammed what he called attempts to rewrite history and lauded the Red Army at a ceremony marking the 70th anniversary of the liberation of Auschwitz.