Elul 22, 5776, 9/25/2016
In today's headlines: תג בכותרות
 'Russian bombing from Iran unfortunate'United States bemoans Russia's use of an Iranian air base to launch a bombing raid in Syria, but says Moscow gave an advance warning. Russia close to joining forces with U.S. in AleppoRussian Defense Minister says his country is close to joining forces with the United States around Syria's ravaged second city. Russia fires back at Obama's criticism on SyriaRussia accuses Washington of lacking trust in Moscow and not behaving as a true partner. Putin and Obama to intensify coordination in SyriaRussian President and American President agree during a telephone call to "intensify" military coordination in Syria. United States, Russia to push Syrian transitionKerry says he and Putin agreed to push Syrian regime and rebels to accelerate talks. Putin praises 'talented' TrumpRussian president lavishes praised on Republican frontrunner, welcomes his statements on Russia. Americans 'concerned' over Russian missile systemRussia's decision to deploy S-400 system to its base in Syria is raising "significant concerns" for the United States military. American, Russian Militaries to Discuss SyriaMilitary commanders from Russia and the United States to discuss how to stay out of each other's way in Syria, says Defense Secretary. Europe Urges US, Russia to Cooperate Over SyriaGermany and Spain try to make peace between Russia and US in differences over ongoing Syrian civil war. Putin: American Support of Syrian Rebels 'Illegal'Russian President claims that Syrian rebels supported by the United States end up joining ISIS. Russia Refuses to Return Disputed Chabad ArchiveMoscow court rejects US order to hand over Schneersohn Library, hits back by fining the US for withholding part of the collection. U.S. Sanctions on Russia Coming MondayThe United States will impose further sanctions on Russia and will target Russia's defense industry. 'Russia Wants to Start World War Three'Rhetoric between Moscow, Kiev escalates, as Russia accuses Ukraine of war crimes and Ukraine accuses Russia of war-mongering. U.S. Threatens Russia Over Iran DealTreasury Secretary Jack Lew tells his Russian counterpart that any oil-for-goods deal between Iran and Russia could lead to more sanctions. US Senator Compares Vladimir Putin, Adolf HitlerJohn McCain calls Crimea 'captive nation,' accuses Russian president of lying about further takeovers.Report: Putin to Sanction Top U.S. SenatorsRussian President is reportedly planning to sanction American lawmakers in retaliation for similar U.S. sanctions on Russians. U.S. Suspends Joint Military Drills with RussiaIn response to Ukraine crisis, Pentagon announces suspension of all military engagements with Russia. U.S. Preparing Sanctions Against RussiansSenate's Foreign Relations Committee holding consultations on imposing sanctions against individual Russians. American Lawmakers: Snowden Had Help from RussiaTwo Republican lawmakers suggest that Edward Snowden may have received help from a foreign power. Netanyahu Hopes for 'Actions, not Words' on SyriaPrime Minister makes remarks during memorial ceremony on Mt. Herzl commemorating the 1973 Yom Kippur war. Russia: U.S. Has Been Ignoring Our RequestsThe U.S. has been pressuring Russia to extradite Snowden but ignoring Russian extradition requests for years, says official.U.S.: Snowden Won't be Executed or TorturedU.S. tells Russia it will not seek the death penalty nor torture Edward Snowden, in an attempt to convince Moscow to turn him over. Putin Refuses To Turn Other Cheek and Slaps USRussia symbolically retaliated against the US congress for passing the Magnitsky Act. Less Than Meets The Eye In Russian Temper TantrumDespite official huffing and puffing the Russians are not really upset over Magnitsky. Congress Prodded To Normalize Trade With RussiaRussia's entry into the WTO has kindled hopes that increased trade could help solve the world economic crisis. McFaul Criticized For Undiplomatic OutspokennessOfficial Russia is not warming up to Michael McFaul whom they still suspect of wanting to impose American style democracy. Obama Assures Medvedev Of Second Term FlexibilityObama's remarks to Dimitry Medvedev presage a debate between Romney and Obama over policy towards Russia. Russia and US Exchange Accusations Following VetoImproved relations between Russia and the US have been dealt a setback as a result of the Russian veto of a resolution on Syria.Boehner Joins Romney in Assailing Russia PolicyHouse Speaker John Boehner wants a more assertive policy towards Russia recalling a debate that took place forty years ago.US Blacklists Russian OfficialsIn an attempt to salvage the "reset" with Russia, the Obama administration is slapping visa restrictions on Russian human rights violators. |
