Tag: War
Europe bans Russian diesel, other oil products over Ukraine
The European Union and G7 allies have banned Russian diesel and refined oil products, aiming to reduce Moscow's energy income without disrupting global markets. The move targets Russia's military funding while preserving diesel supplies for critical economic sectors like transportation and agriculture.
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 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.
Asia stocks extend losses as Ukraine war, China’s Covid-19 surge hit sentiment
Asian stocks fell on Tuesday as COVID-19 cases in China and ongoing Ukraine war concerns weighed on markets. MSCI's Asia-Pacific index dropped 1.97%, with Chinese stocks leading losses, reflecting broader economic uncertainties and potential demand disruptions.
War censorship exposes Putin’s leaky internet controls
During the Ukraine war, Western tech companies' withdrawal risks isolating Russians from independent information sources, potentially strengthening Kremlin propaganda and internet control strategies.
Refugee exodus reaches 2.8 million as Russian strikes hit west Ukraine
Russian strikes near Poland's border have driven thousands of refugees into eastern Europe, marking the fastest-growing refugee crisis since World War II. UN data shows over 2.8 million Ukrainians have fled, with millions more internally displaced as conflict continues.
Tens of thousands protest in Berlin against the war in Ukraine.
Approximately 30,000 people gathered at Brandenburg Gate in Berlin, protesting the Russian invasion of Ukraine. Demonstrators carried Ukrainian flags and signs with slogans like "Stop Putin" and "Solidarity with Ukraine!", expressing strong support for Ukrainian people and calling for peace.
UN: War in Ukraine to hurt poor nations importing grain
The UN Food and Agriculture Organization alerts that the war in Ukraine could severely impact food security in Africa, Asia, and the Middle East. Ukraine and Russia, responsible for one-third of global grain exports, face potential agricultural disruptions that may escalate international food prices and shortages.
Russian strikes hit western Ukraine as offensive widens.
Russian strikes hit western Ukraine, expanding military offensive. Armored columns move near Kyiv, while bombardment intensifies in Mariupol. U.S. and allies consider revoking Russia's trading status as invasion enters 16th day, with Putin claiming "positive developments" in negotiations.
Russia-Ukraine war in the world’s ‘breadbasket’ threatens food supply.
The Russian invasion of Ukraine has severely impacted agricultural production in the world's "breadbasket" region. Ukrainian farmers can't tend fields, ports are closed, and wheat exports are disrupted, potentially causing global food shortages and price increases starting in July.
