Tag: RUSSIA-UKRAINE-WAR
UK inflation hits a 30-year high of 6.2% as Sunak readies response.
British inflation surged to 6.2% in February, the highest since 1992, with household energy bills rising almost 25% and food prices increasing across the board. The Office for National Statistics reports the unexpected spike, putting pressure on Finance Minister Rishi Sunak to address the economic squeeze.
‘No mercy’: Mariupol bombing compared to Nazi war crimes.
Polish President Andrzej Duda draws stark comparisons between Russia's assault on Mariupol and Nazi bombing of Warsaw, highlighting civilian suffering as over 3.5 million Ukrainian refugees flee to neighboring countries
Ukraine war imperils wheat, but farmers are in no rush to pivot.
The Ukraine-Russia conflict threatens wheat exports, with farmers cautiously considering planting adjustments. Global food supply chains face disruption as these countries traditionally supply a third of global wheat and barley exports, critical for millions relying on subsidized bread and affordable staples.
UN chief: Don’t let Russia crisis fuel climate destruction.
UN Secretary-General Antonio Guterres cautions that countries rushing to replace Russian energy supplies may undermine climate goals, calling fossil fuel dependence "mutually assured destruction" and risking global warming escalation.
EU slams ‘war crimes’ in Ukraine but new sanctions unlikely
European Union leaders accused Russian forces of committing war crimes in Ukraine, focusing on attacks in Mariupol that have resulted in significant civilian deaths. Despite strong condemnation, new sanctions appear unlikely at this time.
New rules for companies on climate risks proposed by SEC.
The SEC has proposed mandatory climate risk reporting for public companies, requiring detailed disclosure of emissions, transition plans, and potential financial impacts from severe weather events.
Zelenskyy evokes Holocaust as he appeals to Israel for aid.
Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy delivered a passionate speech to Israeli lawmakers, invoking Holocaust imagery while calling on Israel to take a stronger stance against Russia. He questioned why Israel hasn't imposed sanctions or provided weapons, emphasizing the need for clearer support from a potential diplomatic mediator.
‘No city anymore’: Mariupol survivors take train to safety.
Ukrainian survivors from Mariupol recount their traumatic escape, describing a devastated city where bodies lined streets and residents were forced to drink melted snow. Fleeing with minimal possessions, they board a train to safety in Lviv, carrying memories of unimaginable hardship.
Boris Johnson: Russian win would bring ‘age of intimidation’
LONDON UK: British Prime Minister Boris Johnson said that Russia’s invasion of Ukraine was a “turning point for the world.” Arguing that a victory...
High energy costs trigger unrest in parts of Europe.
Amid Russia's war in Ukraine, European countries face mounting energy costs, triggering widespread protests. Spain deployed over 23,000 police to manage trucker strikes, while French and Greek farmers block highways, highlighting the economic strain of high fuel prices and inflation.
