Dmitry Medvedev caught on video playing with his black market iPhone during a press conference with French President Sarkozy.
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AndyRussia to build Space Base in Cuba
Russia has begun discussions about building a space center in Cuba.
Russia and Georgia destroy the McDonalds theory of war
Remember the McDonalds theory of war - that two countries advanced enough to have a McDonalds franchise could never go to war? Well, it's finally been blown out of the water by the Russia-Georgia war of 2008.
Russia blog roundup – September
A bumper roundup of the best blog posts about Russia from the past month. Plus news of new blogs.
Russia and Venezuela to hold joint naval exercise
Hugo Chavez gets over-excited as he announces a joint Russian-Venezuelan naval exercise. "Go ahead and squeal, Yankees!"
Some belated thoughts on the Russia-Georgia war
Siberian Light returns from vacation with some belated thoughts on the Russia-Georgia war.
Russia to build 6 new aircraft carriers
Russia has announced ambitious plans to build six new aircraft carrier battle groups, a move which could return Russia to the top ranks of naval powers.
Russian nuclear bombers in Cuba?
Cuba might be too dangerous a place to site Russian nuclear bombers. But what about Venezuela...?
A musical tribute to Russia’s leaders
A collection of the finest music videos paying tribute to Russia's leaders. In no particular order. Enjoy! PS - some are a bit odd.
Russia is 3rd biggest threat to British security
Does Russia really pose the 'third greatest threat' to British security today? Here's a quick rundown of the threats Russia actually does pose to Britain.