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    Merkel arrives in Russia for first Medvedev talks
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    Putin says the election was held in strict accordance with the Russian Constitution. "The chancellor will surely raise...the conduct of the election, which we view critically" spokesperson Ulrich Wilhelm said. Full Article at SABC News
    The chancellor will surely raise...the conduct of the election, which we view critically
    SOURCE: SABC News 21 months ago
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Merkel arrives in Russia for first Medvedev talks
  1. There is hope the new start will mean a move away from some of the tough tones, which might have been due to election campaigning
    SOURCE: SABC News 21 months ago
  2. The leaders will discuss Russian-German relations with the accent on ensuring the continuity and future development of ties
    SOURCE: SABC News 21 months ago

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