Tag: Sanctions
Asia’s US$350bil gas projects intensify the clean energy debate.
Asia is investing over $350 billion in liquefied natural gas (LNG) infrastructure, aiming to reduce coal usage. While these projects could help lower emissions, they also risk prolonging fossil fuel dependency and potentially slowing renewable energy adoption.
Wins for pro-Putin leaders buttress autocracies in Europe.
Hungary and Serbia's recent elections reinforced pro-Putin leaders Viktor Orban and Aleksandar Vucic, demonstrating continued support for nationalist, autocratic governance in European democracies.
The US to seek Russia’s suspension from Human Rights Council.
The United States plans to seek Russia's suspension from the UN Human Rights Council after reports of potential war crimes in Ukraine. U.S. Ambassador Linda Thomas-Greenfield cited evidence of violence against civilians in Bucha, near Kyiv, calling for Russia to be held accountable for its actions during the ongoing conflict.
Russia faces global outrage over bodies in Ukraine’s streets.
Russian troops' withdrawal from Kyiv's outskirts revealed shocking scenes of civilian casualties in Bucha. Graphic evidence of potential war crimes sparked global condemnation, with diplomatic responses including expulsions and calls for increased sanctions against Moscow.
Lithuania cuts off Russian gas imports and urges the EU to...
Lithuania becomes first EU nation to fully stop Russian gas imports, declaring energy independence from Moscow amid Ukraine conflict. Energy ministry confirms complete cessation of Russian gas supplies, marking significant geopolitical stance against Russian energy pressure.
Ukrainian forces retake areas near Kyiv amid fear of traps.
Ukrainian forces are carefully retaking areas north of Kyiv, using cables to move bodies due to fears of Russian traps. President Zelenskyy warns of dangerous abandoned equipment and potential mine risks left behind by retreating Russian troops.
Russian space chief: Sanctions could imperil space station.
Dmitry Rogozin, head of Roscosmos, warns that international sanctions may disrupt Russian spacecraft cargo and manned missions to the ISS, potentially threatening the station's continued collaborative functionality between Russia and Western space agencies.
Pakistan Prime Minister Imran Khan protests to the U.S. about alleged...
Pakistani Prime Minister Imran Khan claims the United States is attempting to remove him from office, formally protesting to the US embassy. He alleges a foreign conspiracy following his Moscow visit to Russian President Putin, which coincided with Russia's invasion of Ukraine.
European inflation soars to a record 7.5% on fuel, food costs.
Eurozone consumer prices surged to a record 7.5% in March, marking the highest inflation rate since 1997. Rising energy and food costs, fueled by the conflict in Ukraine, are squeezing household budgets and forcing central banks to consider aggressive monetary policy responses.
Cyberattack in Ukraine war affected thousands across Europe.
A devastating cyberattack on Viasat's satellite network disrupted internet services for thousands in Europe, targeting Ukraine's government communications during Russia's invasion, with widespread impacts on broadband and wind turbine operations.
