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Is the Russian Economy Strong or Just Under Pressure?
Russia’s economy is not collapsing, but it is also not as strong as the Kremlin wants the world to believe. The government’s argument has...
Merz suggests Ukraine may need to cede territory to unlock EU membership
German Chancellor Friedrich Merz suggested on Monday that Ukraine may need to accept losing control over some of its territory in a future peace...
Kim Vows Unwavering Backing for Russia as Alliance Deepens
Kim Jong Un reaffirmed his country’s continued support for Russia, signaling that ties between Pyongyang and Moscow are set to endure beyond the war...
Russian Forces Intensify Attacks on Dnipro and Beyond, Leaving 10 Dead
Russian forces attacked the southeastern Ukrainian city of Dnipro on Saturday, using drones and missiles, resulting in 10 deaths and dozens of injuries. The...
The State of Seychelles-Russia Relations
With rising uncertainty and geopolitical tensions in the Middle East due to the United States-Israeli war on the Islamic Republic of Iran, President Vladimir...
Russia Is Not Dumping Gold
Russia has now sold physical gold from central bank linked reserves for the first time in about a quarter century, and the headline number...
EU Approves €90 Billion Ukraine Loan and Expands Sanctions on Russia
The European Union has formally approved a €90 billion financial package for Ukraine alongside its 20th round of sanctions against Russia. The decision comes...
Ukraine gets EU cash boost — yet far more help needed to sustain war effort
The European Union has approved a 90-billion-euro loan to Ukraine, providing essential funds that help avoid drastic cuts to public services. However, Ukraine may...
From one energy crisis to another: Europe’s dependence problem
The latest energy crisis stemming from the war in Iran and the ensuing closure of the strait of Hormuz is shining a light on...
How the EU Plans to Deliver a €90 Billion Lifeline to Ukraine
A 90 billion euro ($105 billion) European Union loan for Ukraine, previously blocked by Hungary under Prime Minister Viktor Orban, may be revived following...