The 2,750 tonnes cargo of Khabarovsk-born businessman Igor Grechushkin was detained in Lebanon in 2013.
Five crew safely parachuted from stricken jet in latest of spate of accidents afflicting military aircraft.
Police save the child from clutches of man, 40, with another version that she was to be 'sold for human organs' on black market.
From the Pacific in the east, to the Urals in the west, hardy Russians display their religious feelings - and bravery.
Little orphaned cubs given fresh chance after being rescued and then adopted and nurtured with the help of zoos and vets.
Thrown in as a puppy, the mongrel grew too large to escape through a tiny hole through which local residents gave her food and water.
The recording comes as several people get killed and wounded in recent 'worst-ever' bear attacks.
Miracle survival for Liza Grabovskaya in temperatures of minus 12C, lost for 24 hours.
The Russian-registered vessel sent out Mayday signals on Sunday morning sparking a huge search and rescue operation in stormy weather conditions.