The war in Georgia now seems to have come to an end, but many questions remain. There is a point of view that, by bringing troops to South Ossetia, Mikhail Saakashvili intended to unite the Georgian nation. Did he manage to do it? And what did Georgia receive as a result of this little triumphant war? See our new XL Report on RT.
Thousands of Russians have turned out for the highlight of the Victory Day celebrations -- the annual military parade through Moscow's Red Square. It's 63 years since the end of World War II, known in Russia as the Great Patriotic War.
Time magazine has chosen Vladimir Putin its "Person of the Year" for 2007. Earlier he was interviewed by Time magazine. The Russian President commented on such hot issues as relations between Russia and the U.S., the fall-out of the Iraqi war and the possible American military operation against Iran.
Two summits dominate this weeks programme: Russia-EU in France and the G20 in Washington. Both are examples of how the world is changing and how Russias global role is growing. Also, what is the real story behind extending the presidential term in Russia? We stay away from rumours and stay with facts and logic. And much more...
The U.S. and Russia once again are going to be rivals but this time over Europe, preventing EU and Russia come together, says American political scientist and CEO of the Stratfor private intelligence corporation George Friedman.
Judging by Obama's pre-election statements and the political advisors he's got, one shouldn't hope for any thaw in US-Russia relations, believes American political commentator Alex Jones.
The principal conductor of the London Symphony Orchestra and artistic director of the Mariinsky Theatre, Valery Gergiev, has led a concert in Tskhinvali. The performance was staged next to the destroyed parliament building in the bombed-out capital of South Ossetia.
Welcome to the future. This month on Technology Update we go inside sciences $US 10 billion dream. The world awaits the dawn of a new age of discovery. We tell you where it came from, where it will take us and how Russia has had its own role in bringing it to life. What will happen when mankind creates his own little BIG bang? Find out this month on Technology Update. Weve got the future covered.
Texas Congressman Ron Paul may not be the next US President. But the firebrand Republican, who failed to win the party's nomination this year, is still hugely popular with grassroots supporters. He staged a rally in Minneapolis as an alternative to John McCain's Republican Convention in nearby St Paul, stealing much of the limelight from the party's official presidential candidate.
Did US officials know about Georgia's plans to attack its breakaway region? The issue deserves a special hearing in the US Congress, according to American political commentator Pat Buchanan.
This week the program has a look at Barack Obamas historic victory and what it might mean for Russia. Also, we examine Dmitry Medvedevs address to the Federal Assembly and tell you what everyone else overlooked. And some thoughts on Georgia a year after Saakashvilis brutal assault on civil society. Plus, much more...
Prime Minister Vladimir Putin has met political experts and journalists from all over the world for the first time since the military conflict in the Caucasus. The annual forum, the Valdai Discussion Club, which aims to provide a better understanding of the country, has been taking place in Sochi, Russias resort on the Black Sea.
On May, 7 Dmitry Medvedev was sworn in as the new President of the Russian Federation. RT was covering the ceremony in Kremlin. This is the full version of the event.
As the U.S. and Europe suffer the full force of the recession, things dont seem that bad in the Far East. Residents there are optimistic and financial experts say Japan has both a geographical and political advantage in dealing with the crisis.
A new Russian air-defence system has reached operational status in the town of Elektrostal in the Moscow region. It can monitor a radius of 400 kilometres at almost any altitude and is capable of countering any kind of rocket or aircraft.
The U.S. Presidential campaign has taken a new turn with the former candidate Ron Paul launching a crusade against both John McCain and Barack Obama. At a news conference, Paul joined three third-party candidates in presenting a united front to shift attention away from the front runners.
Russian President Dmitry Medvedev believes theres a good chance to fully restore relations with the US under Barack Obama. He made the comment at a meeting of the US Council on Foreign Relations, which was held separately from the G20 meeting in Washington.
In the wake of President Dmitry Medvedevs address to the Federal Council, the Presidential Aide, Arkady Dvorkovich, gave an in-depth interview to RT about how Russias Executive plans to address the global financial crisis.
Amid the financial turmoil, the U.S. President George W. Bush daily delivers affirmations on the nations crippled economy. Those who hope to succeed him in office charge that only they know how to lift America off its knees. But the one winning the public trust battle is Congressman and former presidential candidate Ron Paul.
More than 30 years after it ended, the Vietnam War is still having a devastating impact on the lives of ordinary people. Up to five million Vietnamese were exposed to Agent Orange, a deadly herbicide sprayed by the U.S. Army over wide areas.
Mark Ames heads to St.Petersburg this weekend, to show you what makes this city so special. In his own inimitable way, Ames gets to the root of things with a mixture of humour and insight. There are two parts to this episode in the "Wayfarer" special report series.
This week we take a look at the news and controversy surrounding Russia's recognition of South Ossetia and Abkhazia. Also, what is the fate of Saakashvili? And will the EU really adopt sanctions against Russia? All that and much more.
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