Many European nations are eager for Ukrainian refugees to remain, according to migration policy expert Andriy Haidutsky. He notes that these are mainly countries that have recognized the importance of attracting immigrants to prevent factories from closing. This…
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Witkoff shares insights from his discussions with Putin: The fate of five Ukrainian territories is on the table.
US Special Envoy for the Middle East Steve Witkoff characterized his talks with Russian leader Putin on April 11, as “compelling.” Witkoff stated that they explored steps that could bring an end to the war in Ukraine and “open up new business opportunities.” He…
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The US receives up to an 800% return on its investment from its support of Ukraine.
As of early 2025, the US has provided approximately $185B in military and economic assistance, humanitarian support, and security cooperation to Ukraine. Military analyst Benjamin Cook believes that the US has gained between $778.7B and $1.66T in direct and indirect…
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Investors have lost hope for a quick resolution to the war in Ukraine.
Last week, Ukrainian eurobond prices dropped below the levels they were at before last year’s US presidential election, erasing all of the gains made from the anticipation of a swift end to the conflict. The value of Ukrainian securities has decreased by an average of 5% per week since then. The…
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Another bank in Ukraine has received an EBRD guarantee to support €100M in energy investment.
The European Bank for Reconstruction and Development (EBRD) continues its backing of Ukraine’s energy security by providing Raiffeisen Bank Ukraine with an unfunded portfolio risk-sharing guarantee, facilitating energy sector investment totaling €100M. Raiffeisen…
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Bulgaria has changed its mind and will not sell reactors to Ukraine.
A few months ago, Bulgaria planned to sell nuclear reactors to Ukraine that would allow it to finalize two power units at the Khmelnytskyi NPP. However, Bulgarian Deputy Prime Minister Atanas Zafirov explained this reversal by emphasizing the importance of developing…
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The EU will soon present its plan to phase out Russian oil and gas imports.
The EU intends to unveil a detailed strategy in May for the elimination of Russian oil and gas imports by 2027, driven by Russia’s full-scale invasion of Ukraine. However, the European Commission has delayed the roadmap’s publication, partly due to uncertainty…
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Budapest expresses concern over sentiment for Ukraine’s full integration into the EU economy prior to its accession to the bloc.
Hungarian Foreign Minister Péter Szijjártó stated that several participants in the EU Council meeting on foreign affairs advocated for opening all chapters of negotiations regarding Ukraine’s accession to the EU this year. Furthermore, the EU Commissioner proposed…
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A bill for further Ukrainian military support and its reconstruction has been introduced in the US Congress.
Democratic Representative Greg Meeks presented this bill, which outlines financial aid for Kyiv’s post-war reconstruction. According to Reuters, the document also seeks to dedicate funds to purchase weapons and military equipment for Ukraine and to implement additional…
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The US plans to lower oil prices with Saudi Arabia’s assistance.
US Energy Secretary Chris Wright stated, “Under Trump’s presidency, we will likely see lower average energy prices in the next four years compared to the previous four years.”
He highlighted that this outcome will be achieved through collaboration with Saudi…
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