U.S. defense chief calls for "strong but balanced" approach to Russia
On trip to Europe, Ashton Carter says allies must bolster defenses to deter Russian aggression, but also work with Moscow on key issues
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Putin: Ukraine war not our fault, U.S. must stop meddling
Russian leader tells Charlie Rose rebels in neighboring country will "always find arms somewhere," and insists it's Kiev that is prolonging the crisis
Swiss flag 53 dubious transactions in FIFA probe
Official says banks have noted possible money-laundering incidents related to World Cup bidding contests won by Russia and Qatar
Putin: Russia adding 40 new ICBMs to nuclear arsenal this year
Amid Ukraine tensions, Moscow accuses U.S. of "inciting tensions and carefully nurturing ... anti-Russian phobias"
German chancellor wants to send "united signal" to Russia
At the G-7 summit, Angela Merkel says Russian actions in Ukraine must still be addressed before sanctions can be softened
Monitor: Ukraine cease-fire violations on the rise
The mission monitoring the cease-fire warned about heavy weapons missing, rockets and launchers being used
Ukrainans claim proof of Russians leading separatist forces
While Russia insists that any of its soldiers seen in Eastern Ukraine were not active duty, officials there say thousands are leading the rebellion
Homestretch for Iran nuclear talks
With just a few weeks left to hammer out the contested details, negotiations promise to be a "complicated and difficult task"
What will the pope and Putin talk about?
Vatican confirms meeting this month between leader of the Catholic Church and Russia's strongman, who last saw each other in 2013
New claim from Russia on downed Malaysia Airlines jet
Gov't controlled Russian missile maker suggests rocket that hit Flight 17 over eastern Ukraine was from Ukraine's arsenal
Vladimir Putin shut out of G-7 summit, but little else
Russian president remains a central player in world affairs, despite Western leaders' pledge to isolate him over Ukraine
Roger Bennett: FIFA is "a rotten culture to the core"
"Men in Blazers" co-host offers his take on scandal embroiling soccer's governing body and its president, Sepp Blatter
Putin suggests America's FIFA probe aimed at Russia
World soccer body's president stays out of site as Russian leader accuses U.S. of targeting him, and Moscow's 2018 World Cup
A recent history of FIFA scandals
Soccer's world governing body has a long trail of bad behavior behind it
NATO chief reacts to Russian surprise military exercises
The Russian air force exercises are taking place at the same time as NATO's two-week military drill over the Arctic
Putin gets power to rid Russia of "undesirables"
Rights groups slam latest effort in what they say is "ongoing draconian crackdown which is squeezing the life out of civil society"
Sweden wins Eurovision Song Contest while Russia is booed
The 60th continent-wide contest finale between Russian star and Swedish crooner was close, but world politics may have influenced outcome
Russia seeks release of alleged soldiers from Ukraine
Putin spokesman says Russia "is taking all necessary measures" to free men from captivity
NATO and Russia watch one another closely in Eastern Europe
European nations near the Russian border are wary of air drills being undertaken by the country's aircraft
Failed launches cast shadow over Russian space program
Two consecutive launch failures have dealt the country a heavy blow, with national pride and billions of dollars at stake
Chris Christie throws his lot in with Republican hawks
As he weighs a 2016 presidential bid, the New Jersey governor defends NSA surveillance programs and calls for a bigger military
Ukraine: Captured Russian troops to face justice
With Moscow still denying any Russian troops are in Ukraine, 2 alleged soldiers are brought wounded to Kiev
Ukraine: 2 Russian officers caught near rebel area
Alleged video of prisoner shows man confessing to being Russian Special Forces sergeant operating in Ukraine for last two months
Cargo ship failure triggers space station crew delays
Three astronauts will have to spend an extra month in orbit on the ISS
Swedish group aims "Singing Sailor" at Russian subs
Underwater neon sign that broadcasts message, "This way if you are gay," lowered into waters near Stockholm after alleged Russian submarine sightings
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In Trump's pardon economy, victims lost out on $119M in restitution
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8-month Iran war looms large over Israeli election
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John Thune's balancing act: Inside his push to save the GOP majority
These factors could decide Netanyahu's fate as Israel votes today
DOJ takes steps to charge James Comey again
U.K. charges 2 men linked to alleged terror plot against air base
Court dismisses DOJ's request to force California to set aside ballots
Maurene Comey, James Comey's daughter, was unlawfully fired, judge rules
