Drop in Imports Bolsters Trade Balance, but Signals Systemic Strains in Russian Economy
In February, non-oil-and-gas exports rose by an estimated 12% month-on-month on a seasonally adjusted basis.
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Russia Once Again Considers Britain Enemy Number One
Russia has intensified its rhetoric against the United Kingdom, placing London at the center of an international conflict.
Putin Does Not Fully Support U.S. Ceasefire Proposal for Ukraine
Putin stated that Russia is open to a ceasefire but only if it leads to long-term peace, rather than serving as a temporary pause for Ukraine’s military.
Ukraine Loses the Kursk Pocket: Its Last Foothold in Russia
According to officials in Moscow and military bloggers on both sides, Kiev forces have begun retreating, ceding ground to Russian forces.
U.S. and Ukraine: A New Stage in the Peace Process
Official U.S.-Ukraine statement outlining key steps toward peace, including the resumption of military aid, intelligence sharing, and a proposed ceasefire.
Why the Nord Stream Revival Matters
Nord Stream’s revival is back in discussion amid rumors of a controlling stake transfer in Nord Stream 2 AG to U.S. investors.
Massive Overhaul of USAID: Secretary of State Rubio Confirms 83% of Programs Eliminated
Rubio announced on X that the USAID overhaul was completed after a six-week Trump-led initiative with support from DOGE, influenced by Elon Musk.
Potential Candidates for the Patriarchate of the Russian Orthodox Church: A Summary
A new generation of administrators is emerging within the Church, gaining expertise in managing its vast institutional structure.
Russia Pushes for U.S. Sanctions Relief as Aviation Sector Faces Growing Crisis
A recent Russian Security Council meeting highlighted the looming crisis in the country’s commercial aviation sector.
Bloodshed in Syria: A New Civil War on the Horizon?
In response to security forces’ actions, Assad loyalists launched coordinated attacks on checkpoints and police stations.
