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CrossTalk: Putin & The Protests

Moscow Streets: How fragmented is the Russian opposition? Is there anything that unites these people? What’s on the agenda? And what’s the purpose of the June 12 march? How will the authorities respond to the demands of the Russian citizens? CrossTalking with Fred Weir, Dmitry Babich and Eric Kraus. Watch all CrossTalk shows here: www.youtube.com [...]

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‘Serbs had enough of Tadic oligarchy that kept them in poverty’

Nationalist Tomislav Nikolic has defeated the pro-EU candidate and incumbent Boris Tadic in Serbia’s presidential vote. Voters blamed him for the economic downturn, job losses and corruption during his two terms. His successor previously known for his anti-Western stance says however he won’t lead the country “from its European path”. Political expert Marko Gasic says [...]

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Medvedev wins PM seat as opposition occupies Moscow streets

Russia has a new Prime Minister – Dmitry Medvedev – who will now form a cabinet and get down to business. Newly-inaugurated President Putin is already dishing out directions regarding changes to the country’s policies. RT’s Peter Oliver is in central Moscow. As Vladimir Putin gets busy in his new role as President, some of [...]

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Ho-la-lande: Wind of change blows in France ‘damaged by Sarkozy’?

There’s a new leader in France, where Francois Hollande snatched victory from Nicolas Sarkozy on Sunday. But as he’s getting ready to move into the Elysee Palace, the country is waiting for change. And as Tesa Arcilla reports, Hollande will have to find answers fast. RT on Twitter twitter.com RT on Facebook www.facebook.com

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Au Revoir Sarkozy: Hollande wins French presidency

Francois Hollande has ousted Nicolas Sarkozy from the French presidency – to become the country’s first Socialist president in 17 years. It was a close call – winning 51 per cent of votes to his rival’s 49. Our correspondent Tesa Arcilla has been witnessing the wild celebrations at Socialist Party headquarters in Paris. RT on [...]

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Escobar: Hollande wants to end dollar era, will clash with US

Francois Hollande has defeated Nicolas Sarkozy in the French presidential runoff, making him the latest EU leader to be swept aside by the crippling debt crisis. Among the first steps the President-elect is planning, is to push back against German-led austerity measures. Chancellor Angela Merkel has already invited Hollande to Berlin for talks. Asia Times [...]

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Good Bye Medvedev: Big ambitions, mixed results

A massive liberal drive, a reset in Russia-US relations and a push for internal reforms – but also some of the largest protests in Russia’s modern history. As President Medvedev prepares to leave The Kremlin before Vladimir Putin takes over, Anissa Naouai takes a look back at his term at the top. RT on Twitter [...]

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‘Georgia should recognize us as independent state’ – S. Ossetia pres

The recently-elected president of South Ossetia, Leonid Tibilov, has told RT of his background, current state of affairs in the republic and his outlook for what awaits the young state in the upcoming years. RT on Twitter twitter.com RT on Facebook www.facebook.com

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Far-Right Amour: Sarkozy courts nationalism, isolates Muslims

French President Nicolas Sarkozy has unveiled his latest vision for the country, less than three weeks before the presidential vote gets underway. He’s been boosted by his anti-radicalism stance following the recent shootings in Toulouse. But Sarkozy’s crackdown on religious extremism that followed, has left many of the country’s Muslims feeling isolated. RT on Twitter [...]

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Time to Party: Nationalism to blossom on new law?

From the Pirate Party of Russia, to the group headed by billionaire tycoon Mikhail Prokhorov – there’s no shortage of fresh political blood hoping to find a place in Russia’s Parliament. And this week, with the president expected to sign in new laws making it easier for them to register, the competition could get a [...]

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Right to Party: Nationalism to blossom on new law?

From the Pirate Party of Russia, to the group headed by billionaire tycoon Mikhail Prokhorov – there’s no shortage of fresh political blood hoping to find a place in Russia’s Parliament. And this week, with the president expected to sign in new laws making it easier for them to register, the competition could get a [...]

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Putin ruthless dictator whose days are numbered – UK’s Milliband

The West has been largely critical of both Russia’s election run-up and its outcome, often implying fraud even before the polls opened. But in the UK, former foreign minister David Milliband went even further – calling Putin a ruthless dictator who wouldn’t last his next term in power. RT’s Ivor Bennet looks into how this [...]

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