The surge in oil prices across Europe following Israel’s recent strike on Iran could undermine the continent’s efforts to diversify its energy choices, experts say.
Early on Thursday, Brent crude — widely considered…
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Foreigners are leaving Iran and Israel by air land and sea
ISLAMABAD (AP) — Countries are evacuating their nationals from Israel and Iran by air, land and sea as conflict rages between the bitter rivals.
Days of attacks and reprisals by the two enemies have
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Ukraine war briefing: Russia ‘on verge of recession’, Putin minister tells economic showcase | Ukraine
Vladimir Putin’s economy minister has warned that Russia is “on the verge” of recession as he spoke on the second day of a signature event meant to bolster economic confidence. The minister, Maxim Reshetnikov, said at the St Petersburg…
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Storm destroys over 700 hectares of forest in Rivne region
In Kostopil district, a storm destroyed more than 700 hectares of forest and knocked down thousands of trees.
According to Ukrinform, this was reported by the Rivne Regional State Administration.
“A powerful storm that swept through the forests of Kostopil two…
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Netherlands names new priority in supporting Ukraine after delivering F-16s
Dutch Defense Minister Ruben Brekelmans has stated that drones have become the new priority in supporting Ukraine following the transfer of 24 F-16 fighter jets.
He shared this in an interview with Ukrinform.
“I think we are supporting the military in a very broad way. I…
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A new special tribunal will investigate Russia’s aggression against Ukraine. Will it be effective?
Earlier this year, the European Union, the Council of Europe, Ukraine and an international coalition of states agreed to establish a new special tribunal.
The tribunal will eventually be tasked with holding Russia accountable for the 2022…
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Scientists found the first known methane-powered spiders at the bottom of the sea
Methane is best known for how dangerous is can be to humans and the part it plays in global warming. However, when you go deep beneath the ocean, you’re likely to find an assortment of creatures that rely on methane to survive. That’s the case with a group of newly discovered…
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EU considering moving EUR 200B in frozen Russian assets to riskier investment fund – Politico
The European Union is considering transferring almost EUR 200 billion of frozen Russian state assets held in Belgium into a new, riskier investment fund that would pay out higher interest.
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