Russia seeks early security talks with US
Russia says Vladimir Putin and Joe Biden could speak again before New Year.
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EU leaders weigh new sanctions on Russia
An EU summit in Brussels is leaning towards strong economic sanctions against Russia to deter any threat from its military build-up on the border with Ukraine.
EU leaders mull sanctions against Russia
EU leaders are meeting to discuss possible sanctions against Russia if it launches an attack on Ukraine.
Putin and Xi hail Russia-China ties
Chinese leader Xi Jinping and Russian President Vladimir Putin have held a video call to discuss bilateral relations and international affairs.
US awards diggers Silver Star war medal
The US Charge d'Affaires has awarded two Australian soldiers a top military honour for their service with American forces during the Vietnam War.