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Obama, Putin discuss Sochi Olympics security: White House
Presidents Barack Obama and Vladimir Putin discussed security at the Sochi Winter Olympics Tuesday, amid rising fears in Washington for the safety of US athletes following terror threats against the Games.
22 January 2014
US offers ships to boost security at Sochi Olympics
The United States is ready to deploy air and naval assets -- including two ships -- to help secure the upcoming Winter Olympics in Russia after terror threats.
21 January 2014
Japan PM to attend Sochi Olympics: reports
Japanese Prime Minister Shinzo Abe is planning to attend the opening ceremony of the Sochi Winter Olympics, reports said Friday, despite calls for a boycott over Russia's anti-gay laws.
17 January 2014
Kazakhstan tourists to enjoy five-star liner for $8,000 during 10 Sochi Olympics days
Kazakhstan tourists will be staying on board of a five-star liner for $7 000 during the Sochi Olympics.
09 January 2014
Five bodies found in Russia region near Olympics host Sochi
Russia on Thursday launched a counter-terror operation after five bodies riddled with bullets were found in a southern region bordering the Winter Olympics host Sochi, less than a month before the start of the games.
09 January 2014
Kazakhstan Olympic uniform costs $2,300
Kazakhstan uniform for the Sochi Olympics has been unveiled. The full set of 25 items costs $2,300.
29 December 2013
Kazakhstan hires foreigners to prepare athletes for Sochi Olympics
Kazakhstan has hired the leading foreign experts to help prepare its athletes for the Sochi Olympics.
10 December 2013
300 fans to support Kazakhstan at Winter Olympics
The Kazakhstan Agency for Sports and Physical Education suggests sending 300 fans to cheer on our Olympic team.
05 December 2013
Kazakhstan aims for Top 20 in Winter Olympics
Kazakhstan is determined to enter the Top 20 of the Winter Olympics in Sochi.
05 December 2013
Kazakhstan expected to win one medal at Sochi Olympics
Kazakhstan national team is expected to gain only one silver medal at the Sochi Olympics.
17 October 2013
Kazakhstan promises $250,000 for gold at Sochi Olympics
Kazakhstan Sport and Physical Culture Agency has announced the awards for winning medals at the Sochi Olympics.
14 May 2013
Kazakhstan expected to win at least two medals in Sochi Olympics
Kazakhstan Sport and Physical Education Agency has great expectations of those athletes who have already won different World Championships.
08 May 2013
Skiing: Kazakhstan skiers plan to gain 12-14 spots to Sochi Olympic Games
In the 2012-2013 season Kazakhstan skiers showed that they “have good chances to perform successfully” in the forthcoming Olympics.
18 April 2013
Kazakhstan wins 30 licences for Sochi Olympics
Kazakhstan has already obtained around 30 licenses for the 22nd winter Olympic Games in Sochi.
28 March 2013
Speedskating: Kazakhstan wins worlds first time
Denis Kuzin won gold at the Speedskating World Cup for the first time in the history of Kazakhstan's speedskating.
26 March 2013
Olympics: Experts predict that Kazakhstan will win only one medal in Sochi Olympics
According to the forecast, Norway’s team will be the leader in the medal count with 38 medals (16 gold, 12 silver and 10 bronze).
24 March 2013
Biathlon: Kazakhstan biathletes gain 10 Sochi Olympic spots
Five women’s and five men’s spots enable Kazakhstan to set forth a full squad of athletes at the Sochi Olympic Games.
25 February 2013
Olympics: Russia fetes one year to Sochi as official fired
President Vladimir Putin vowed Russia would justify expectations when it hosts the Winter Olympic Games in Sochi in one year, after ruthlessly firing an official blamed for delays in building infrastructure.
09 February 2013
Kazakhstan will spend $100,000 on preparation of athletes for Sochi Olympic Games
Kazakhstan sport officials have revised contracts with 52 athletes and 48 coaches prior to the 2014 Sochi Winter Olympic Games.
29 January 2013
Karaganda students will help build Olympics facilities in Sochi
A student construction team from Karaganda left Sochi to help construct the Olympics facilities.
24 June 2011