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Russo-Ukrainian War
fromwww.aljazeera.com
1 hour ago

Ukraine and Syria to cooperate on security, Zelenskyy says

Ukraine and Syria agreed to enhance security cooperation and development opportunities amid regional tensions and military expertise exchange.
Russo-Ukrainian War
fromRadioFreeEurope/RadioLiberty
11 hours ago

Ukraine Hits Russian Oil Facilities, Says At Least 1 Civilian Killed In Russian Strikes

Ukraine continues drone attacks on Russian oil infrastructure while facing retaliatory drone strikes from Russia, resulting in civilian casualties and ongoing conflict.
Russo-Ukrainian War
fromwww.aljazeera.com
1 day ago

At least four people killed in Russian attacks on Ukraine

Russian and Ukrainian attacks have resulted in casualties and damage in both countries, with significant drone activity reported in recent conflicts.
Europe news
fromwww.theguardian.com
4 days ago

Zelenskyy to talk with US negotiators about war with Russia after Easter ceasefire proposal Europe live

Ukrainian drone manufacturers are collaborating with Romania for joint production under EU rearmament funding amid ongoing tensions with Russia.
Russo-Ukrainian War
fromwww.aljazeera.com
1 hour ago

Ukraine and Syria to cooperate on security, Zelenskyy says

Ukraine and Syria agreed to enhance security cooperation and development opportunities amid regional tensions and military expertise exchange.
Russo-Ukrainian War
fromRadioFreeEurope/RadioLiberty
11 hours ago

Ukraine Hits Russian Oil Facilities, Says At Least 1 Civilian Killed In Russian Strikes

Ukraine continues drone attacks on Russian oil infrastructure while facing retaliatory drone strikes from Russia, resulting in civilian casualties and ongoing conflict.
Russo-Ukrainian War
fromwww.aljazeera.com
1 day ago

At least four people killed in Russian attacks on Ukraine

Russian and Ukrainian attacks have resulted in casualties and damage in both countries, with significant drone activity reported in recent conflicts.
Europe news
fromwww.theguardian.com
4 days ago

Zelenskyy to talk with US negotiators about war with Russia after Easter ceasefire proposal Europe live

Ukrainian drone manufacturers are collaborating with Romania for joint production under EU rearmament funding amid ongoing tensions with Russia.
#serbia
Europe politics
fromwww.theguardian.com
5 hours ago

Hungarian PM faces false flag' claims after Serbia says explosives found near pipeline

Explosives were found near a Russian gas pipeline in Serbia, raising concerns of a potential false flag operation ahead of Hungary's elections.
Europe politics
fromwww.theguardian.com
5 hours ago

Hungarian PM faces false flag' claims after Serbia says explosives found near pipeline

Explosives were found near a Russian gas pipeline in Serbia, raising concerns of a potential false flag operation ahead of Hungary's elections.
#trump
Europe news
fromwww.aljazeera.com
8 hours ago

Trump offers no concrete plan as Strait of Hormuz closure shocks Europe

Trump's lack of a concrete plan amid the Strait of Hormuz closure creates market uncertainty in Europe.
France politics
fromwww.mediaite.com
5 days ago

Trump Tears Into EU Nations That Wouldn't Get Involved' in Iran Decapitation': Go Get Your Own Oil!'

Trump criticized European nations for not supporting U.S. actions against Iran, urging them to secure their own oil and military supplies.
World politics
fromThe Atlantic
12 hours ago

Why Trump Thinks He Can Walk Away From the Strait of Hormuz

America's energy independence allows it to impose economic pain on others without suffering itself during the current oil supply crisis.
#strait-of-hormuz
World news
fromIrish Independent
2 days ago

EU warns it's 'preparing for worst scenarios' and assessing 'all possibilities' including fuel rationing as energy crisis deepens

Tehran plans to charge for passage through the Strait of Hormuz, aiming to ensure safe navigation amid rising tensions with the US.
fromIndependent
15 hours ago
Europe news

Why war on Iran could soon empty shelves worldwide of various foods, medicines and consumer goods

World news
fromIrish Independent
2 days ago

EU warns it's 'preparing for worst scenarios' and assessing 'all possibilities' including fuel rationing as energy crisis deepens

Tehran plans to charge for passage through the Strait of Hormuz, aiming to ensure safe navigation amid rising tensions with the US.
fromIndependent
15 hours ago
Europe news

Why war on Iran could soon empty shelves worldwide of various foods, medicines and consumer goods

fromThe Atlantic
3 days ago

Don't Mess With the Housewives of Ukraine

Papperger dismissed the work of Ukrainian drone makers as child's play, stating, 'This is how to play with Legos.' His comments were met with outrage from Ukrainian officials.
Germany news
#us-foreign-policy
World politics
fromAxios
5 days ago

Trump attacks allies, signals Iran war may end without opening Hormuz

The U.S. is withdrawing support, urging allies to secure their own oil and defend their interests in the Strait of Hormuz.
World politics
fromThe Cipher Brief
1 week ago

While Washington Looks to Iran, Putin Gains Ground

U.S. military actions against Iran may have significant opportunity costs, particularly in supporting Ukraine against Russian expansionism.
World politics
fromAxios
5 days ago

Trump attacks allies, signals Iran war may end without opening Hormuz

The U.S. is withdrawing support, urging allies to secure their own oil and defend their interests in the Strait of Hormuz.
World politics
fromThe Cipher Brief
1 week ago

While Washington Looks to Iran, Putin Gains Ground

U.S. military actions against Iran may have significant opportunity costs, particularly in supporting Ukraine against Russian expansionism.
Russo-Ukrainian War
fromwww.theguardian.com
22 hours ago

Ukraine war briefing: Slovakia PM calls on EU to lift sanctions on Russian oil and gas

Slovakia's prime minister calls for the EU to end sanctions on Russian oil and gas to address the energy crisis from the Iran war.
#narva
Europe politics
fromwww.dw.com
17 hours ago

Does the Estonian city of Narva really want to join Russia?

Narva, Estonia, is a significant city for European security debates, with rising secessionist sentiments and strong ties to Russia.
Europe politics
fromwww.dw.com
17 hours ago

Does the Estonian city of Narva really want to join Russia?

Narva, Estonia, is a significant city for European security debates, with calls for secession echoing pro-Russian sentiments seen in Crimea.
Europe politics
fromwww.dw.com
17 hours ago

Does the Estonian city of Narva really want to join Russia?

Narva, Estonia, is a significant city for European security debates, with rising secessionist sentiments and strong ties to Russia.
Europe politics
fromwww.dw.com
17 hours ago

Does the Estonian city of Narva really want to join Russia?

Narva, Estonia, is a significant city for European security debates, with calls for secession echoing pro-Russian sentiments seen in Crimea.
Europe news
fromFortune
1 day ago

European ministers urge EU to impose windfall taxes on energy companies as prices spike 'to ensure that this burden is distributed fairly' | Fortune

European finance ministers are urging a bloc-wide windfall tax on energy companies to address rising oil and gas prices and inflation concerns.
Russo-Ukrainian War
fromwww.aljazeera.com
12 hours ago

Ukraine hits port in Russia's Primorsk, oil refinery in Nizhny Novgorod

Ukrainian drone strikes targeted Russia's Primorsk port and NORSI oil refinery, causing fuel leaks and a fire, impacting oil export capabilities.
#russia-sanctions
Russo-Ukrainian War
fromwww.dw.com
3 weeks ago

Ukraine updates: G7 rules out easing sanctions on Russia

G7 leaders unanimously rejected easing sanctions against Russia despite global oil market disruptions from Middle East conflict and Strait of Hormuz blockade.
Germany news
fromThe Local Germany
2 weeks ago

Germany says US was 'wrong' to ease Russia oil sanctions

Germany, Norway, and Canada oppose U.S. easing of oil sanctions on Russia, warning it funds Moscow's war in Ukraine and contradicts G7 consensus.
Europe news
fromwww.bbc.com
3 weeks ago

UK urges allies to keep up pressure on Russia as US eases sanctions

The UK will not ease sanctions on Russian oil despite the US Treasury easing restrictions on some Russian oil already in transit to stabilize global energy markets.
Russo-Ukrainian War
fromwww.dw.com
3 weeks ago

Ukraine updates: G7 rules out easing sanctions on Russia

G7 leaders unanimously rejected easing sanctions against Russia despite global oil market disruptions from Middle East conflict and Strait of Hormuz blockade.
fromwww.theguardian.com
3 weeks ago

Ukraine war briefing: Trump set to ease oil-related sanctions following Putin call

So we have sanctions on some countries. We're going to take those sanctions off until the strait [of Hormuz] is up. He declined to provide further details. The move could mean a further easing of sanctions on Russian oil, Reuters reported, citing multiple sources, which in turn could complicate efforts to punish Moscow for its war in Ukraine.
US politics
Europe news
fromwww.dw.com
3 days ago

As Iran war rages, Europe gears up for energy crisis

The European Commission urges citizens to conserve energy amid the ongoing Iran war, warning of significant economic impacts similar to past crises.
Europe politics
fromwww.theguardian.com
2 days ago

The Guardian view on the US and Europe: the UK tried to be a bridge, but Trump likes to burn them | Editorial

Donald Trump's unpredictability undermines traditional alliances and the liberal international order, causing concern among European leaders.
#nato
Europe politics
fromAxios
2 days ago

Trump threatens to break NATO's promise over Iran war

NATO's mutual defense framework is challenged by U.S. actions regarding Iran, raising questions about the alliance's future and European security independence.
Europe news
fromwww.mediaite.com
4 days ago

Trump Threatens to Sever Ties With NATO Over Iran Split: They Weren't There for Us'

Trump is considering withdrawing the U.S. from NATO due to lack of support from allies in conflicts, particularly regarding Iran.
Europe politics
fromAxios
2 days ago

Trump threatens to break NATO's promise over Iran war

NATO's mutual defense framework is challenged by U.S. actions regarding Iran, raising questions about the alliance's future and European security independence.
Europe news
fromwww.mediaite.com
4 days ago

Trump Threatens to Sever Ties With NATO Over Iran Split: They Weren't There for Us'

Trump is considering withdrawing the U.S. from NATO due to lack of support from allies in conflicts, particularly regarding Iran.
fromThe New Yorker
2 days ago

How Donald Trump's War on Iran Helps Vladimir Putin's War on Ukraine

In 2021, when Olga Rudenko and other journalists launched the Kyiv Independent, they were committed to making a publication that wouldn't face political pressure from an owner. A few months later, Russia launched a full-scale invasion of Ukraine, and the Independent began reporting breaking news from the front lines.
Russo-Ukrainian War
fromLondon Business News | Londonlovesbusiness.com
3 weeks ago

Putin warns UK after being made to look 'impotent' amid a devastating missile strike - London Business News | Londonlovesbusiness.com

It is obvious that the launch of these missiles would have been impossible without British specialists. We are aware of this. We know this very well, and we are, of course, taking it into account. To stop such barbaric actions by the Kyiv regime from continuing, a special military operation is being carried out to demilitarise Kyiv and deprive it of the ability to carry out such barbaric strikes.
World politics
#russia
Russo-Ukrainian War
fromRadioFreeEurope/RadioLiberty
1 day ago

Zelenskyy Accuses Russia Of 'Easter Escalation' After Deadly Overnight Strikes

Russia launched extensive air strikes on Ukraine, resulting in civilian casualties and destruction, while Ukraine retaliated with drone strikes into Russian territory.
fromwww.aljazeera.com
4 days ago
Russo-Ukrainian War

Can Russia help fill the global energy gap?

Higher crude prices from the Strait of Hormuz disruption have increased Russia's energy export earnings, but its capacity is threatened by Ukrainian attacks.
fromLondon Business News | Londonlovesbusiness.com
1 month ago
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Moscow warns the 'West is testing Russia, we will strike back' - London Business News | Londonlovesbusiness.com

Kremlin warns Western seizures of Russia's shadow-fleet oil transports could prompt harsh military and maritime responses, escalating tensions over energy and sanctions enforcement.
Russo-Ukrainian War
fromwww.aljazeera.com
3 days ago

Can Russia help fill the global energy gap?

Higher crude prices from the Strait of Hormuz disruption have increased Russia's energy export earnings, but its capacity is threatened by Ukrainian attacks.
Russo-Ukrainian War
fromRadioFreeEurope/RadioLiberty
1 day ago

Zelenskyy Accuses Russia Of 'Easter Escalation' After Deadly Overnight Strikes

Russia launched extensive air strikes on Ukraine, resulting in civilian casualties and destruction, while Ukraine retaliated with drone strikes into Russian territory.
Russo-Ukrainian War
fromwww.aljazeera.com
4 days ago

Can Russia help fill the global energy gap?

Higher crude prices from the Strait of Hormuz disruption have increased Russia's energy export earnings, but its capacity is threatened by Ukrainian attacks.
#ukraine-russia-conflict
#ukraine-conflict
#eu-sanctions
Europe news
fromwww.aljazeera.com
3 weeks ago

Five killed in attacks on Ukraine as EU extends sanctions against Russians

The EU renewed sanctions against 2,600 Russian individuals and entities until September 15, while criticizing the US for lifting sanctions on Russian oil exports that strengthen Russia's war capability.
Europe news
fromwww.aljazeera.com
3 weeks ago

Five killed in attacks on Ukraine as EU extends sanctions against Russians

The EU renewed sanctions against 2,600 Russian individuals and entities until September 15, while criticizing the US for lifting sanctions on Russian oil exports that strengthen Russia's war capability.
Russo-Ukrainian War
fromwww.theguardian.com
3 days ago

Ukraine war briefing: Russia responds to Zelenskyy's Easter truce offer with drone attack

Zelenskyy criticized Russia for airstrikes in response to an Easter truce offer, emphasizing the need for diplomacy and US support for peace efforts.
#russia-ukraine-conflict
Europe news
fromwww.aljazeera.com
3 weeks ago

Putin says Russia can supply oil, gas to Europe as energy prices soar

Putin offers conditional oil and gas supplies to Europe amid rising prices and Middle East tensions disrupting global energy markets.
fromwww.dw.com
1 month ago

Beyond oil and gas: Russia's nuclear leverage explained

Russia has been steadily expanding its global nuclear footprint through its state-owned nuclear corporation Rosatom and its subsidiaries. Russia provides financing or technological support and exports complete nuclear-power-plant solutions from building infrastructure to supplying the core component, the Nuclear Steam Supply System, which drives power generation.
World politics
#north-korea
Russo-Ukrainian War
fromwww.dw.com
6 days ago

How North Korea is using Belarus to deepen ties with Russia

Kim Jong Un and Alexander Lukashenko signed a friendship treaty, enhancing cooperation between North Korea and Belarus amid their alignment with Russia.
Russo-Ukrainian War
fromwww.dw.com
6 days ago

North Korea-Russia axis bolstered by Belarus

Kim Jong Un expands alliances with Belarus, signing a treaty and enhancing cooperation in various sectors amid shared interests with Russia.
Russo-Ukrainian War
fromwww.dw.com
6 days ago

How North Korea is using Belarus to deepen ties with Russia

Kim Jong Un and Alexander Lukashenko signed a friendship treaty, enhancing cooperation between North Korea and Belarus amid their alignment with Russia.
Russo-Ukrainian War
fromwww.dw.com
6 days ago

North Korea-Russia axis bolstered by Belarus

Kim Jong Un expands alliances with Belarus, signing a treaty and enhancing cooperation in various sectors amid shared interests with Russia.
Russo-Ukrainian War
fromwww.theguardian.com
5 days ago

Russia slowly trying to splinter its internet from rest of world, analysts say

Russia is gradually isolating its internet from the world, impacting millions through mobile blackouts and restrictions on essential communication platforms.
Miscellaneous
fromwww.dw.com
1 month ago

Will Europe move to boost diplomacy with Russia?

Europe seeks a coordinated diplomatic role with Russia, considering appointing a special EU envoy to avoid being sidelined in peace talks led by the US.
World politics
fromwww.theguardian.com
1 month ago

Ukraine-US talks in Geneva on Thursday preparation for trilateral meeting with Russia', Zelenskyy says Europe live

Zelenskyy prepares trilateral talks with Russia in early March while discussing prisoner exchanges and Ukraine reconstruction, as Trump emphasizes NATO's increased defense spending commitment to 5% of GDP.
fromLondon Business News | Londonlovesbusiness.com
1 month ago

Moscow criticises European role in Ukraine talks - London Business News | Londonlovesbusiness.com

Writing on Telegram, Pushkov criticised Polish Foreign Minister Radosław Sikorski, French President Emmanuel Macron, and EU foreign policy chief Kaja Kallas, arguing that European leaders have offered "no serious answers" for why they should be involved in talks already led by the United States. Pushkov suggested that EU ambitions risk "derailing even the fragile negotiations that are already underway," framing European efforts as symbolic rather than substantive.
Miscellaneous
Russo-Ukrainian War
fromwww.theguardian.com
2 weeks ago

Iran war cannot be 'windfall' for Putin, says Starmer, as Zelenskyy arrives in UK

UK Prime Minister Starmer hosts Zelenskyy while warning against allowing Middle East conflicts to benefit Putin, as Roman Abramovich faces legal action over Chelsea sale proceeds owed to Ukraine war victims.
#russia-ukraine-war
Russo-Ukrainian War
fromwww.theguardian.com
3 weeks ago

Ukraine war briefing: Putin envoy says US better understands importance of Russian oil amid energy crisis

Russia negotiates with US on energy markets and sanctions relief while profiting billions from oil sales during Middle East conflict.
fromLondon Business News | Londonlovesbusiness.com
2 months ago

EU reaches deal on Russian gas ban starving Putin of his blood money - London Business News | Londonlovesbusiness.com

"agreement is a long-overdue step toward dismantling one of the Kremlin's most powerful economic weapons. Every cubic meter of Russian gas kept flowing into Europe has helped finance the missiles that strike Ukrainian cities. This Regulation, if implemented without loopholes, brings Europe closer to honouring its promise to end this deadly dependency."
Miscellaneous
#yamal-lng
fromwww.aljazeera.com
1 month ago

Ukraine team heads for Geneva talks as Moscow, Kyiv build military pressure

Ukrainian officials have left for Geneva, Switzerland, where another round of negotiations aimed at ending the war with Russia is set to take place. On the way to Geneva. The next round of negotiations is ahead. Along the way, we will discuss the lessons of our history with our colleagues, seek the right conclusions, Ukraine's Chief of Staff Kyrylo Budanov posted on his Telegram channel on Monday,
World politics
World politics
fromThe Nation
1 month ago

"We Are All Passengers on the Titanic"

Human rights and freedoms are losing significance as disorganization and cruelty rise, international institutions are devalued, and US policy favors relations with perceived great powers.
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