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Russian-to-English translation journal, with original analysis and commentary on Russia's foreign & domestic policy.
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Russia Update: February 15, 2017
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Trump Aides Repeatedly Contacted Russian Intelligence; Russian Jets Buzz US Ship; Russian MP Flees to Ukraine
The Viktor Leonov docked in Cuba. Photo by Getty Images
The ruble is trading at 57.47 to the dollar and 60.76 to the euro. Brent crude is selling for $55.87.
The following news items were taken from RFE/RL, Gazeta, BBC, Reuters, Interfax, New York Times, Grani, Independent, and Censor.
- Trump Defence Chief Mattis Hails Nato as 'Bedrock' of Co-operation
- Defense Secretary Mattis Issues New Ultimatum to NATO Allies on Defense Spending
- Ex-State Duma Deputy Denis Voronenkov Flees to Ukraine, Says 'Situation in Russia Like Nazi Germany'
- Russian Censor Explains Block of French Élysée Palace Site Due to Banner with Site Banned in Russia
- Ruble Ceases to Rally After News of Meeting of Putin and Minister of Economic Development Oreshkin
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-- Catherine A. Fitzpatrick