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Moscow Train Crash 2014: Russian Authorities Arrest 2 in Connection With Metro Disaster

The metro workers were held after Tuesday's incident that resulted in hundreds of casualties A track supervisor and his assistant have been arrested in connection with a train accident Tuesday on Moscow's metro line that killed more than 20 people, BBC reported.

Vladimir Putin and President of Argentina Broker Nuclear Power Deal

Russian President Vladimir Putin has signed a nuclear deal with Argentina to bolster Russia's ties in Latin America.

Putin Visits Argentina: Presidents Sign Nuclear Energy Agreement

Russia and Argentina strengthen ties through nuclear energy accord, among others. In an attempt to strengthen relations in the region, Russian President Vladimir Putin is visiting a number of Latin American countries.

Ukraine Crisis Reaches England, UK: Britain Bans Russia From Farnborough International Air Show

Many Russian delegation members were denied visas by the British Foreign Office. The Ukraine crisis has reached southern England and has led to tension between Russia and the United Kingdom.

Edward Snowden Russia Asylum: Officials Likely to Extend NSA Whistleblowe's Asylum Because 'His Life Is Endangered'

More than likely, Russia will grant National Security Agency (NSA) leaker Edward Snowden his request for an extension on his temporary asylum status.

Ukraine & Russia News 2014: 30 Ukrainian Troops Dead in Missile Attack; Kiev Prepares for Push Against Rebels

Ukrainian troops prepare for an attack on the rebel stronghold of Donetsk. A rebel attack on Ukrainian troops has killed 30 and has caused an uproar within Kiev's government.

Edward Snowden NSA News: Former US Analyst Applies for Extended Stay in Russia

National Security Agency (NSA) leaker Edward Snowden is petitioning the Russian government to extend his one-year temporary renewable asylum, which will expire on July 31.

Ukraine and Russia Border Conflict Update: Ukraine Military Gains on Rebels, Recaptures Slovyasnk

The Ukraine military is gaining on the rebels after the military recaptured the town of Slovyansk, which had been taken over by pro-Russia rebels.

Ukraine and Russia News: Vladimir Putin Sends Barack Obama a Happy Fourth Letter, Asks for Better Relations

On the anniversary of the United States' independence, Russia President Vladimir Putin sent President Barack Obama a telegram giving the president his best wishes on the historical day and his wishes for the two countries to reconcile.

Ukraine and Russia Conflict News: Germany's Merkel Warns Russia That Economic Sanctions Are Still an Option

German Chancellor Angela Merkel warned Moscow on Wednesday about the option to implement strict economic sanctions against Russia if the country refuses to back a peace plan announced by Ukrainian President Petro Poroshenko.

Russia Supplies Iraq With Combat Aircraft to Aid in Fight Against ISIS Militants

Russia has supplied Iraq with combat planes to help the country fight jihadist militants who have seized cities in Northern Iraq.

Ukraine International News & Crisis: Kiev Signs Trade Agreement With EU; Russia Warns of 'Serious Consequences'

The new deal will strengthen ties between Kiev and Brussels, undermining Russia's attempts to create a wider sphere of influence.

Ukraine, Russia & Crimea News 2014: Thousands Flee as Ceasefire Ends

The U.S. and E.U. prepare to impose further sanctions if Russia does not act to help end the conflict.

Russia, Ukraine News 2014: Russia Has 'Hours' to Disarm Separatists, John Kerry Says

Secretary of State John Kerry made a statement in Paris saying that Russia only has hours to act in order to prevent separatists from crossing the Russian boarder into Ukraine.

Russia vs. Ukraine Conflict: Putin's Request Cancels Use of Force

The Russian parliament canceled the use of force in Ukraine at Putin's request Wednesday. The Russian parliament nixed a resolution Wednesday that would have allowed military intervention in Ukraine at the request of Russian President Vladimir Putin.

FIFA World Cup Sponsors: Budweiser Partnership Changing Alcohol Bans in Brazil, Russia 2018, Qatar 2022

Soccer fans can be passionate, particularly across Latin America. Unfortunately, that passion sometimes escalates to violence and death. In 2003, Brazil outlawed the sales of alcoholic beverages in soccer stadiums. For FIFA, the alcohol sales ban hindered one of the organization's major sponsors: Budweiser.

Ukraine Closes Border With Russia in First Step of Cease-Fire

Ukraine announced Friday that it closed the border with Ukraine in its first step toward implementing a cease-fire.

Ukraine News & Russia Update 2014: President Petro Poroshenko Proposes Cease-Fire

Ukrainian President Petro Poroshenko proposed a cease-fire Wednesday in an effort to end the violent clashes between Ukrainian forces and pro-Russia militants that has been ongoing for more than two months.

FIFA World Cup Brazil Matchup & Preview: Russia vs. South Korea

It's no secret that Russia and South Korea have never really had the best relationship. These two countries will take to the field in their first game in Brazil in their quest for a World Cup Championship. Both teams feature head coaches with much World Cup experience.

Russian Bombers Fly Close to Alaska and California

Four Tu-95's were spotted near Alaska and were intercepted by American fighter jets. Tensions between the US and Russia continue to escalate with reports that Russian planes flew a threatening distance from the United States.

World Cup 2014 Preview, Predictions: Belgium, Russia, South Korea, Algeria: Which Teams Get Out of Group H? [Watch]

As the 2014 World Cup looms on the horizon, Groups E and F have already been mentioned as Groups of Opportunity. Group H is yet another big group of opportunity as it features four wild cards in the tournament. Here is a look at how the teams stack up against one another.