World Jan 13, 2023
In fresh talks, U.K. and EU aim for deal to end Brexit clash over Irish trade
Intense negotiations are aimed at overcoming the trading relationship dispute ahead of the anniversary of Northern Ireland’s peace agreement in April.
World Jan 12, 2023
As Ukraine battlefields freeze, don’t expect the big offensive yet
Military analysts say that while the shift from muddy to frozen terrain is important, it’s just one of many factors commanders would consider before risking a major new assault.
World Dec 6, 2022
U.S. and EU weigh climate-based tariffs on Chinese steel and aluminum
The move would mark a novel approach, usually employed in trade disputes, to further their climate agenda.
World Nov 4, 2022
EU studies use of Russian central bank assets to rebuild Ukraine
The discussions are at an early stage and legal experts have been recently tasked with looking into possible options, sources said.
World Oct 25, 2022
Putin’s threats worry Ukraine’s NATO allies as sign of Russian desperation
The view among Ukraine’s allies is that the Kremlin is trying to scare them with the talk of "unthinkable” weapons into reducing their supplies of weapons and other support for Kyiv.
World Oct 15, 2022
Putin tried for years to stop his military from using Western parts — and mostly failed
Previously unreported assessments show a program with specific targets was put in place from 2019 to slash Russia’s dependence on Western parts for its arsenal by 2025.
World Aug 12, 2022
Russia is scouring the globe for weapons to use against Ukraine
While Ukraine has received billions of dollars of weapons from the U.S. and Europe to help defend itself, Russia must rely on its own resources to support front-line forces.
World | FOCUS Jul 23, 2022
Ukraine's grain challenge involves clearing mines, finding ships and trusting Putin
Ukraine finally secured a deal aimed at restarting crucial Black Sea grain exports that have been crippled by Russia’s invasion. But getting them going won’t be easy.
World Jul 4, 2022
Putin’s media blitz on Africa food crisis sparks alarm in Europe
Russian diplomats have gone on a media offensive in recent months to push the narrative that sanctions, rather than Russian blockades, are causing shortages.
World Jun 28, 2022
G7 grapples for ways to punish Russia while taking on China
Leaders stressed their "unwavering commitment” to the government and people of Ukraine, and made clear their determination to make Vladimir Putin pay for his invasion.