Russia lashes out at Iran
Foreign Minister Sergei Lavrov dismisses Iranian criticism that Russia is susceptible to Western influence and says Tehran has obstinately refused to address concerns about its nuclear program.
China joins talks on Korea crisis
China's premier visits South Korea as Seoul urges stronger action by Beijing against North Korea over the sinking of a ship.
Anxious Georgia embraces Iran, Turkey
Nervous about being forgotten by the West almost two years after its war with Russia, Georgia is boosting ties with Iran and Turkey to counter Moscow's influence in the Caucasus, analysts say.
Russian foreign minister dismisses Iran criticism
Russia's foreign minister on Thursday brushed off Iran's recent criticism as an emotional outburst and expressed frustration with Tehran in the standoff over its nuclear program.
Tectonic shift under way in Turkmen gas
Events this week confirm that Turkmenistan has taken a decisive strategic decision to diversify its gas exports not only beyond Russia but also beyond China.
What Did China Get for Backing Iran Sanctions?
A week after announcing a uranium-swap agreement with Turkey and Brazil, Iran on Monday formally submitted the proposal to the International Atomic Energy Agency (IAEA) in Vienna — and in doing so, as Tehran sees it, put the proverbial ball back in the court of the U.S. and its allies.
Iran's Ahmadinejad lambasts Russia over nuclear stance
Iranian President Mahmoud Ahmadinejad launched a stinging attack on Russia Wednesday over its stance on Tehran's atomic drive, accusing it of "siding with those who have been our enemy for 30 years."
Air India workers call off strike
Air India workers call off a two-day strike that left tens of thousands of passengers stranded after a court request.
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