The United States said Wednesday that the last remaining treaty with Russia capping their nuclear arsenals has been extended for five years through 2026, and vowed to pursue further arms control not only with Moscow but also with Beijing.

Russia hopes for a peaceful settlement of the political crisis in Myanmar, the Russian Foreign Ministry said Monday in a statement.

The expanded sanctions list published by the U.S. authorities in relation to Russian companies allegedly classified as "military end users" is a destructive move for bilateral ties, the Russian Foreign Ministry said Thursday.

Russia is set to host a meeting of Libya's rival leaders Monday — a mediation effort closely coordinated with Turkey.