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EU countries kick off talks to ban re-exports of Russian LNG

European Union countries kicked off on Wednesday negotiations on the next round of sanctions against Russia, which for the first time targets LNG.

Ukraine

Russia launches 'massive' attack on Ukraine's energy grid

Worries about a renewed Russian offensive are intensifying as Ukrainian forces struggle to regain their footing.

Economy

No longer hot air? Will the EU finally sanction Russia's LNG sector?

Such a move could lead to a crack down on the re-export of Russian LNG from EU countries, but is unlikely to address EU imports of it. That could remain a sore point.

Tech News

Germany recalls ambassador to Russia over hacker attack

The German government condemned the hack, which they said was by a state-controlled Russian cyber group.

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Russia

Putin sworn in for fifth term while his war in Ukraine continues

Many — but not all — EU member states boycotted the inauguration ceremony after an appeal from the bloc's foreign affairs chief, Josep Borrell.

Russia

The Kremlin announces nuclear weapons drills on Putin's orders

The move comes after an acrimonious exchange with senior Western officials, labelled by Moscow as 'provocative threats'.

Ukraine

At least three dead in Russian attacks during Orthodox Easter

A woman's body was found under the rubble following Russian shelling in Kharkiv, while two people were killed by shelling in the town of Pokrovsk on Sunday.

World News

Russia blames 'hostile' Baltic countries for split in relations

Moscow vowed to respond to what it called confrontational actions by Lithuania, Latvia and Estonia with asymmetric measures.

Russia

Russia adds Ukrainian President Zelenskyy on its wanted list

Ukraine’s foreign ministry dismissed Zelenskyy’s inclusion on the list and said it is seen as evidence of Russia's desperation.

Niger

Russia trainers move to Niger airbase where some US troops remain

The Russian presence on the base comes as tensions remain high between Washington and Moscow over the ongoing US support for Ukraine's military.

Ukraine

Kremlin brands France and UK's Ukraine comments as 'dangerous'

Moscow has reacted to comments about sending troops and arms to Ukraine as dangerous, while Kyiv urges Western allies to speed up aid deliveries.

Europe News

German foreign minister blames Russia for cyberattack on SPD party

Relations between the two European countries were already tense, with Germany providing military support to Ukraine in its ongoing war with Russia.

Europe News

EU and NATO condemn Russian cyber attacks against Germany and Czechia

The European Union and NATO have denounced Russia for launching cyber attacks against Germany and the Czech Republic.

USA

Biden calls Japan and India 'xenophobic' countries in latest gaffe

The US president was attempting to contrast the countries with his own on immigration.

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Police crackdown protests against Georgia's foreign influence bill

The final vote for the bill to turn into law is expected for the end of the month.

Europe News

Police crack down on Georgia rally against 'Russian law'

Critics of the so-called 'Russian law' say it undermines democracy and could derail the country’s chances of joining the European Union.

Tech News

Russian disinformation network Pravda 'expanded' to 19 EU countries

Pravda, a disinformation network and the former official newspaper of Russia’s Soviet-era Communist Party, is expanding its hold in the EU.

Israel

Euroviews. This is who lit the match in the Middle East — and who poured the fuel

Through no fault of their own, Saudi Arabia and Israel find themselves at the nexus of the main geo-political rivalry of the 21st century, Terry Newman writes.

Ukraine

Border chief: Dozens died trying to flee Ukraine illegally since 2022

Organised people-smuggling groups are reportedly taking Ukrainians' money and dispatching them on dangerous border crossings without adequate preparation.

Libya

Euroviews. A weak, Kremlin-influenced Libya is a threat to NATO and EU security

Russia's pursuit of a naval presence in Libya's eastern region, likely to culminate into a base for its nuclear submarines, provides Moscow with more than just a strategic outpost looking towards the entire EU, Hafed Al-Ghwell writes.

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