From left, Russian President Dmitry Medvedev, U.S. President George W. Bush, and German Chancellor Angela Merkel, leave after taking part in the G8 leaders, Africa and International Organizations group photo session on Wednesdayin Toyako, Hokkaido, Japan. Photo: AP.
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US missile defense deal 'deeply distresses' Russia: Medvedev
Rusutsu, Japan (AP): Russian President Dmitry Medvedev lashed out on Wednesday at the United States over its plans for a missile shield in Europe, saying a U.S. deal to install part of the system in Czech Republic ``deeply distresses'' Moscow. He ... More

Austrian Parliament authorises early polls after coalition's collapse
Vienna (AP): Austria's parliament has unanimously agreed to end its legislative period early and authorize early elections following the collapse of the governing coalition. The procedural vote on Wednesday had been expected and sets the stage ... More

Medvedev says US missile defense deal 'deeply distresses' Russia
Rusutsu, Japan (AP): Russian President Dmitry Medvedev lashed out on Wednesday at the United States over its plans for a missile shield in Europe, saying a U.S. deal to install part of the system in Czech Republic ``deeply distresses'' Moscow. He ... More