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Jan 20 2026POLITICS

Russia's Arctic Gambit: A Distraction from Ukraine

Russia seems to be playing a clever game with Greenland. While the world watches the drama unfold between the U. S. and Greenland, Russia is quietly shifting focus away from Ukraine. It's like a magician distracting the audience while the real trick happens elsewhere. Russia's approach has been any

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Jan 19 2026POLITICS

A Secret Deal to Keep the Peace, For Now

In a surprising turn of events, Israel and Iran have quietly agreed not to strike each other first. This deal, brokered by Russia, is not about making peace. It is about avoiding a big fight for now. Both countries are still ready for war. They are just taking a break to prepare. Russia played a bi

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Dec 26 2025BUSINESS

Russia's Gas Plans Hit a Snag: What's Next?

Russia's big dreams of becoming a top dog in the liquefied natural gas (LNG) world are taking a hit. Why? Because Western sanctions are making it tough for them to get the money and tech they need to grow. This isn't just a small setback; it's a major delay in their plans to boost LNG production to

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Dec 20 2025POLITICS

Ukraine's Bold Moves Against Russia's Oil Trade

Ukraine has been making daring strikes on Russia's oil tankers. They've used drones to hit four ships in just a few weeks. These attacks show Ukraine is getting more confident and willing to take big risks. Two of these attacks happened far from Ukraine, in the Mediterranean Sea. The other two were

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Dec 10 2025POLITICS

Ukraine's Bold Moves Against Russia's Secret Oil Ships

Ukraine is taking the fight to Russia's secret oil fleet, striking ships in foreign waters. This is a big deal because Russia has been using these ships to dodge international sanctions and keep selling oil, which funds its war in Ukraine. Ukraine has been hitting these ships since President Zelens

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Dec 04 2025POLITICS

Unlocking Russia's Frozen Cash for Ukraine: A Belgian Hurdle

Belgium is a nation divided. It's split by language and faith, with the north being Dutch-speaking and Protestant, while the south is French-speaking and Catholic. Brussels, the capital, is a melting pot, hosting major organizations like NATO and the European Union. Back in the 16th and 17th centur

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Nov 29 2025POLITICS

Russia's Setback: Losing Influence in Global Shipping Governance

Russia recently faced a significant setback when it failed to secure a seat on the United Nations' International Maritime Organization (IMO) governing council. This is not the first time Russia has encountered such a hurdle. Earlier in September, it also failed to gain enough support for a position

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Nov 26 2025POLITICS

Unpacking the Controversial Ukraine Peace Proposal

A recent peace plan for Ukraine, linked to President Trump, has sparked global debate. Many believe it mirrors Russia's demands, leading to widespread criticism. This has put Ukrainian leaders in a tough spot, forcing the U. S. to rethink its strategy. The plan's origins and timing have raised eyeb

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Nov 14 2025POLITICS

Russia's Bomb Boom: A Threat to Ukraine

Russia is making a lot of glide bombs. A high-ranking Ukrainian intelligence officer said they plan to make up to 120, 000 this year. This includes 500 new types that can go really far, up to 200 kilometers. That's a big deal because these bombs are cheap and can cause a lot of damage. These glide

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Oct 18 2025FINANCE

Old Debts and Modern Money: Lessons from the Past

In the world of finance, history often repeats itself. A bond from 1734 in Silesia is a perfect example. This old bond is teaching us about how countries handle money and debts. It's also giving clues about what might happen with Russia's frozen assets today. Back in the 1700s, Silesia was a region

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