https://www.rferl.org/a/1068268.html
Former Soviet States Mark Victory Day
May 9, 2006 -- Russia and other former Soviet states today marked the 61st anniversary of the defeat of Nazi Germany in World War Two.
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https://www.rferl.org/a/Former_Soviet_States_Weigh_Israel_Ties_Vs_Popular_Anger/1367402.html
Former Soviet States Weigh Israel Ties Vs. Popular Anger
As Israel widens its offensive in the Gaza Strip, demonstrations in some mainly Muslim former Soviet states have put some governments in difficult positions....
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https://www.industryweek.com/the-economy/article/21936636/high-growth-for-former-soviet-states-in-2007
High Growth for Former Soviet States in 2007 | IndustryWeek
The EBRD has forecast average growth of 7% in its countries of investment in 2007, which compares with a rate of 6.9% for 2006.
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