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Russian ship with helicopters for Syria turns around
Jeff Horwich Jun 20, 2012
The U.S. and Europe are focused on diplomacy and sanctions to stem violence in Syria -- and perhaps force the current regime from power. One problem is Russia's alleged supply of arms to the government there. But Western diplomats have discovered a vulnerability: every weapons-carrying ship has to carry insurance.
Russian conference is big business showcase
Peter van Dyk Jun 20, 2012
On the eve of the annual St. Petersburg International Economic Forum, some small businesses complain that they feel left out in the cold.
Putin visits China to discuss partnership
Peter van Dyk Jun 5, 2012
Russia's President Putin is in China today to meet with Chinese President Hu Jintao about oil, natural gas, and a potential economic investment partnership.
What's next for Russia's aviation industry after plane crash?
Peter van Dyk May 10, 2012
One of Russia's passenger planes crashed into a volcano in Indonesia. Reporter Peter van Dyk discusses the implications of the crash.
Corruption still endemic in Russia
Peter van Dyk Apr 18, 2012
Just because Vladimir Putin was re-elected to the presidency doesn't mean he can relax. Many former protesters were entrepreneurs who are still battling corruption and red tape.
ExxonMobil to team up with Russian oil company
Peter van Dyk Apr 17, 2012
ExxonMobil has sealed a landmark deal with Russia's state oil producer. Exxon CEO Rex Tillerson was in Moscow to announce the deal, which gives the U.S. oil giant access to Russia's vast oil fields.
What does Putin want out of Russia?
Kai Ryssdal Mar 8, 2012
Moscow journalist Masha Gessen discusses the reelection of Vladimir Putin and what it means for the people of Russia.
News Corp. faces new Russia bribery scandal
Jeff Tyler Mar 7, 2012
The FBI is investigating a former subsidiary of News Corp. suspected of bribing Russian officials.
Can Russian billionaire Prokhorov beat Putin?
Peter van Dyk Mar 2, 2012
Russians will soon vote in the country's sixth presidential election. How has the campaign of New Jersey Nets owner Mikhail Prokhorov gone?
North Korea suspends nuclear programs for U.S. food aid
John Dimsdale Mar 1, 2012
The agreement may have been less about food than a political move by North Korea's new young leader. But it does open the door for restarting multi-nation disarmament talks.
