Russia and Europe can work very closely together without creating new structures and organizations, but those already existing must be made to work, believes Danish Defense Minister Gitte Lillelund Bech.
Archives: February 2011
February 28, 2011
February 28, 2011
Kanaeva steals show at Moscow Grand Prix series
There is one girl who has been stealing the show at the rhythmic gymnastics in Moscow. World and Olympic Champion Evgenia Kanaeva claimed all four golds in the latest leg of the grand prix series.
February 28, 2011
Euroset and Svyaznoi differ on store buyout claim
Leading Russian mobile retailer Euroset has announced plans for a take over 500 Svyaznoi retail stores, while Svyaznoi has rejected the claim, with analysts questioning if Svyaznoi’s pricing policy has created issues…
February 28, 2011
Russians regret leaving Libya, hope to return
As tens of thousands are fleeing Libya, the international Red Cross has declared a humanitarian emergency on the country’s border with Tunisia.
February 28, 2011
SKA first to reach last 8 round in KHL playoffs
SKA have become the first team to advance into the next round of the KHL play-offs.
February 28, 2011
Moscow demands Gaddafi immediately end bloodshed
Russia condemned the violence in Libya and called for its immediate cessation, Foreign Minister Sergey Lavrov declared at the session of the UN Human Rights Council in Geneva.
February 28, 2011
Medvedev replaces leader of turbulent Caucasus republic
The Karachayevo-Cherkessia legislature is gearing up to consider a replacement for the republic’s ex-president, who resigned prematurely from his post.
February 28, 2011
UN: Belarus choppers to Ivory Coast violate embargo
UN Secretary General Ban Ki-moon has called for an urgent Security Council meeting following reports that Minsk had violated an international arms embargo against Ivory Coast by delivering military helicopters to the…
February 28, 2011
All in a roe – black caviar could become cheaper
It is a luxurious delicacy for the most exquisite tastes. And yet black caviar could soon become more affordable after Russian scientists discovered a technique to harvest the eggs without killing the sturgeon.
February 28, 2011
Court decisions add to Norilsk imbroglio ahead of EGM
The lead up to Norilsk Nickel’s March 11 EGM has become even more complicated with a West Indian court decision to lift an injunction against a Norilsk subsidiary’s share purchases and voting rights being attacked by…
February 28, 2011
February 28, 2011
World urges end to Libya violence
Foreign ministers from around the world condemn violence against civilians in Libya, as foreign migrants struggle to cross into Tunisia.
February 28, 2011
Charges over firefighter deaths
Three Warwickshire fire service managers are to face charges over the deaths of four firefighters who were killed in a warehouse blaze in 2007.
February 28, 2011
King’s Speech crowned at Oscars
British film The King’s Speech is crowned best picture at the Oscars and wins a further three awards including best actor for Colin Firth.