Tag: Ukraine
Xi Jinping Touches Down in France Amidst EU-Ukraine Trade Tensions
Delve into Xi Jinping's diplomatic mission to France, navigating trade disputes, EU scrutiny, and efforts to bolster Sino-French relations amidst global challenges.
Biden urges Congress to end impasse and send aid to Israel and Ukraine
President Joe Biden urges Congress to end the impasse and provide aid to Israel and Ukraine amid rising tensions with Iran. The call comes after Iran's weekend attack against Israel, prompting concerns about potential escalation and the need for bolstered defenses in the region.
Ukraine’s Dire Warning: Potential Consequences Amidst Stalled Aid Vote
Ukraine's Prime Minister warns of dire consequences as Congress mulls foreign aid, underscoring the gravity of the situation amidst mounting geopolitical tensions.
Ukrainian President Zelensky’s Assurance: F-16 Fighter Jets to Strengthen Ukrainian Sky Defense
10 August, 2023
Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky has provided unequivocal assurance that the skies over Ukraine will soon be graced by the presence of F-16...
US-UK Special Relationship: President Biden and PM Sunak Meet in Oval Office
During a two-day visit to Washington, UK Prime Minister Rishi Sunak met with US President Joe Biden in the Oval Office of The White...
Germany, Japan seek economic cooperation
German Chancellor Olaf Scholz visits Japan to explore economic collaboration, emphasizing the need to reduce reliance on single markets following lessons learned from Ukraine conflict and COVID-19 pandemic. Both nations aim to strengthen economic security through diversified international partnerships.
Crude oil prices stay muted in 1H amid altered oil flows tracking Ukraine war
Brent crude prices expected to remain flat around $80/barrel in first half of 2023, with potential recovery to $85-$90 in second half. Increased demand from India and China may offset Western restrictions on Russian oil supply, driven by shifting global energy landscapes.
New Russian offensive underway in Ukraine, says NATO
Ukrainian forces are bracing for renewed Russian ground assaults in eastern Ukraine, with heavy fighting reported in Bakhmut and surrounding regions. The Ukrainian military reports successfully resisting attacks in multiple areas, including Kharkiv, Luhansk, and Donetsk, as tensions mount ahead of the first anniversary of the invasion.
EU officials visit Kyiv as Russia strikes civilian target
European Union representatives arrived in Kyiv as rescue workers searched through debris from a Russian missile attack on an apartment complex in Kramatorsk, marking nearly a year since the invasion began. The attack resulted in at least three deaths and around 20 injuries.
IAEA sends staff to all Ukraine nuclear plants in safety bid
The International Atomic Energy Agency has dispatched teams to monitor Ukraine's nuclear plants, including Zaporizhzhia and Chernobyl, to ensure safety during the ongoing war. With at least 11 staff members deployed, this represents an unprecedented level of on-site monitoring.