Contents tagged with Russia
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Strategic shift: China's new trade restrictions on Russia signal U.S. influence
China continues to ship goods to Russia under previously paid contracts but refuses new deliveries. Under the new regulations, Chinese companies will be subject to a 25% tax on dual-use goods exported to Russia. This list includes essential IT equipment like servers and components and has already created tension in Russia.
Furthermore, the sale of argon gas for welding is restricted, with contracts continuing but no new agreements being made. Critical sectors like technology, defense, …
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Finnish aluminum exports to Russia surge in 2024
According to Finnish customs data, during the first nine months of 2024, Finland exported aluminum worth $22.3 million to Russia, compared to just $11.3 million over the same period in 2023, broadcaster YLE reports.
This marks a twofold increase in aluminum exports to Russia. It's noted that the aluminum is either shipped via sea routes or transported through the Baltic countries. Presently, aluminum sales constitute the main category of Finnish exports to Russia. Finland houses three major …
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Ukraine accuses Russia of systematic torture of POWs
According to Andriy Yusov, a representative of the Main Directorate of Intelligence of the Ukrainian Ministry of Defense, Russia operates a comprehensive system of torture against Ukrainian prisoners. He claims that in most cases, this torture is not conducted to extract information. Yusov made this statement at the forum titled "Genocidal Practices of the Russian Federation in Ukraine: From the Holodomor to the Russo-Ukrainian War".
"In most cases, force was not applied to obtain information. …
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Renowned Russian ballet dancer Vladimir Shklyarov dies in suspected accidental fall
Renowned Russian ballet dancer Vladimir Shklyarov was found dead beneath the windows of his residence, with law enforcement and close acquaintances suggesting an "accidental death." According to The Moscow Times, the principal dancer of the Mariinsky Theatre fell to his death in St. Petersburg between the night of November 15 and 16.
The report states that a close friend discovered his body and alerted the police. She recounted that Shklyarov had asked her to come over that night, but he was …
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Ukraine criticizes German diplomacy amidst Russia's devastating missile attack
In a stark response to a missile attack, Ukrainian Foreign Minister Andrii Sybiha criticized German Chancellor Olaf Scholz for his recent phone conversation with Russian President Vladimir Putin. Sybiha emphasized that peace in Ukraine comes through strength, not appeasement.
“Russia launched one of the largest air attacks: drones and missiles against peaceful cities, sleeping civilians, critical infrastructure. This is war criminal Putin’s true response to all those who called and visited him …
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High-ranking Russian propagandist killed in Ukraine
A significant blow has been dealt to one of Russia's major war channels. A high-ranking Russian military figure and administrator of the Z-channel "ARCHANGEL OF SPECIAL FORCES Z" has been killed.
Russian military commander Egor, also known by the call sign "Shield," was reportedly killed, referred to in military parlance as becoming "Cargo 200." He was an administrator of the prominent Z-channel with over a million followers.
Russian war bloggers announced the loss on November 16, stating: " …
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Prominent Russian war bloggers challenge military leadership over 'fake' combat reports
In Russia, a significant controversy has erupted following accusations from popular war bloggers Yuri Podolyaka and Kirill Fedorov against Russian military leadership. These bloggers, who boast a following of over 3.5 million individuals, launched a scathing critique of the military's actions, alleging a distortion of the true state of combat in the Kursk region and sending "fake" reports to Moscow. Amid reports of severe losses for the Russian army, their statements have ignited a storm of …
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Russian economy on the brink: insider report highlights risks of Central Bank's interest rate hikes
Efforts by the Central Bank of Russia to rein in inflation through interest rate hikes are not only ineffective but also edge the Russian economy towards a precipice. Even analysts close to the Kremlin concede this inconvenient truth for Russia's leadership. According to a forecast by the economic center CMACP, which is close to Russian authorities, the Russian economy is headed for a shock, which is expected to bring about a production decline, corporate bankruptcies, and a surge in unpaid …
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Kremlin: Russia forgives $20 billion in African debt
Russia has forgiven a staggering $20 billion in debts owed by African countries, according to President Vladimir Putin's Special Representative for the Middle East and Africa, Deputy Foreign Minister Mikhail Bogdanov. Bogdanov emphasized that these funds are being redirected into development projects under a refinancing program.
On November 10, Sudan's Deputy Foreign Minister, Hussein Al-Hajj, expressed high hopes for Russia's aid in reviving the country's agriculture sector. The sector has …
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Ukrainian drones strike fuel depots in Russia’s Tver and Penza regions
Russian authorities have confirmed an attack involving nearly 30 Ukrainian drones targeting two main locations — Tver and Penza. Residents of Penza reported damage to an oil depot on the eastern outskirts of the city.
On the night of November 13, Russia's Ministry of Defense and the governor of Penza region announced the probable downing of three Ukrainian drones, which had flown 700 km to reach the local oil depot.
Meanwhile, local residents posted online footage revealing a blackened fuel …