Trump says final Nippon Steel deal not yet approved, addresses Russia sanctions and foreign policy
WASHINGTON, D.C. — President Donald Trump told reporters Friday that the Nippon Steel acquisition is not finalized and requires his approval, while also commenting on sanctions legislation against Russia and the prospects…
Blast causes another freight train to derail in Russia region near Ukraine
(Reuters) -An explosion derailed a freight train for the second day in a row in a Russian region bordering Ukraine on Tuesday, sending both the locomotive and some cars off the tracks,…
Russia to keep rates on hold in 2023 as economy grows marginally – Reuters poll
By Alexander Marrow and Elena Fabrichnaya (Reuters) – Russia will keep interest rates on hold at 7.5% in 2023 as inflation ends the year above target and the economy grows marginally, a…
Griner embraces growing platform at Met Gala months after return from Russia
By Ben Kellerman and Doyinsola Oladipo NEW YORK (Reuters) – American basketball star Brittney Griner stepped onto the red carpet at the star-studded Met Gala on Monday, embracing a larger spotlight months…
SHOSHANA BRYEN: China, Russia And Iran Rush To Fill The American Leadership Void
SHOSHANA BRYEN: China, Russia And Iran Rush To Fill The American Leadership Void Shoshana Bryen on May 1, 2023 A bizarre series of new and/or deepened relationships around the world — often…
Putin: Russia must act quickly in face of West’s ‘economic aggression’
MOSCOW (Reuters) – President Vladimir Putin on Friday said Russia needed to act quickly to counter what he called the West’s “economic aggression”, adding Moscow would expand ties with countries in Eurasia,…
Russia should not take temporary control of foreign banks’ units -central bank
MOSCOW (Reuters) – Taking over the temporary management of foreign banks’ divisions in Russia would not be appropriate, Central Bank Governor Elvira Nabiullina said on Friday, after Moscow seized control of two…
SIMON HANKINSON: The Brittney Griner Fiasco Taught Russia That Arresting Americans Works
SIMON HANKINSON: The Brittney Griner Fiasco Taught Russia That Arresting Americans Works Simon Hankinson on April 27, 2023 The term “a king’s ransom” comes from the ancient tradition of capturing high-ranking opponents…
Russia says does not plan nuclear escalation, but others should not test its patience
MOSCOW (Reuters) – Russia does not intend to take the path of nuclear escalation in its standoff with the West over Ukraine but others should not test its patience, Russian foreign ministry…
Russia digs in as Ukraine prepares to attack
By Tom Balmforth (Reuters) – The anti-tank ditches near Ukraine’s occupied southeastern town of Polohy stretch for 30 km (19 miles). Behind are rows of concrete “dragon’s teeth” barricades. Further back are…
U.S. shares with European banks ways Russia is evading sanctions
WASHINGTON (Reuters) – The U.S. on Sunday said it shared information with European bankers, government officials and business leaders to clamp down on Russia’s tactics to try to skirt Western sanctions. Brian…
Russia advising citizens to avoid traveling to Canada, citing attacks
(Reuters) – Russia is advising citizens to avoid travel to Canada, citing what it calls numerous cases of discrimination against Russians, including physical violence, its foreign ministry said on Saturday. Canada is…
Russia watching for new Western sanctions, says they would hit world economy
(Reuters) – The Kremlin said on Friday it was monitoring reports of a possible ban on exports to Russia by Western countries, and that new sanctions would damage the global economy. “We…
US urges NATO vigilance for signs Russia could use nuclear weapon in Ukraine
WASHINGTON (Reuters) – The U.S. and its NATO allies must remain alert for signs Russian President Vladimir Putin could use a tactical nuclear weapon in a “managed” escalation of his war in…
Russia building reserves in assets the West can’t sanction – central bank chief
MOSCOW (Reuters) – Russian Central Bank Governor Elvira Nabiullina said on Tuesday Russia is building its international reserves with assets that cannot be targeted by Western sanctions, the TASS news agency reported.…
Aurubis CEO says has stopped buying copper from Russia
SANTIAGO (Reuters) – Aurubis AG, Europe’s largest copper smelter and producer, no longer buys the red metal from Russia after it let supply contracts lapse, its CEO told Reuters on Monday. Russia’s…
German oil imports rose 8.5% in 2022, Russia biggest supplier
FRANKFURT (Reuters) – Germany’s crude oil imports rose 8.5% in 2022 as Europe’s biggest economy recovered from the COVID-19 pandemic and the bill for its purchases soared as oil prices surged, official…
Russia says Wagner fighters take two more blocks in battered Bakhmut
(Reuters) – Russia said on Sunday that Wagner mercenary units supported by airborne troops had captured two more city blocks in the eastern Ukrainian city of Bakhmut, target of a major offensive…
Ukraine’s Marchenko says G7 support crucial for ‘longer’ war with Russia
By Andrea Shalal and Jorgelina do Rosario WASHINGTON (Reuters) – A new international economic support package of $115 billion gives Ukraine more confidence that it can prevail in battling Russia’s invasion, amid…
Ukraine forces pull back as Russia mounts ‘re-energised’ Bakhmut assault, UK says
LONDON (Reuters) – Ukrainian troops have been forced to withdraw from some territory in the battlefield city of Bakhmut as Russia mounts a renewed assault there with intense artillery fire over the…
Russian diplomat says it may be time to reduce number of U.S. reporters in Russia
MOSCOW (Reuters) – Russia’s ambassador to the United States said Washington had threatened retaliation after Wall Street Journal reporter Evan Gershkovich was detained on espionage charges, and suggested it might be time…
Leaked Pentagon Documents Reveal How Russia Narrowly Escaped Perpetrating An Act Of War Against NATO
Leaked Pentagon Documents Reveal How Russia Narrowly Escaped Perpetrating An Act Of War Against NATO Micaela Burrow on April 13, 2023 A Russian fighter jet nearly shot down a British plane after…
Russia says prisoner swap for WSJ reporter can only be considered after trial
(Reuters) – Russia said on Thursday that a possible prisoner swap involving Wall Street Journal reporter Evan Gershkovich can only be considered after he is put on trial, despite efforts by the…
Factbox: Who is Alexei Navalny and what does he say of Russia, Putin and death?
By Guy Faulconbridge MOSCOW (Reuters) – Russia’s most prominent opposition leader Alexei Navalny has lost 8 kg in jail and is suffering an illness that could be some sort of slow acting…
Key US Ally Had Plans To Give Russia Lethal Aid, Docs Show
Key US Ally Had Plans To Give Russia Lethal Aid, Docs Show Micaela Burrow on April 10, 2023 Egyptian President Abdel Fatah el-Sisi, a close ally of the U.S., instructed his military…
Russia violating international law by not allowing consular access to WSJ reporter -U.S. State Dept
WASHINGTON (Reuters) – Russia has not granted U.S. consular officials access to Wall Street Journal reporter Evan Gershkovich since he was detained late last month and is in violation of international law,…
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