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Sikorski criticized Nawrocki's visit to Orban due to ties with the Kremlin

The Polish Foreign Minister is outraged by the president's plans to support Orban, who is blocking aid to Ukraine. The visit coincides with a congress of pro-Russian politicians.

News of the World • March 22, 11:06 AM • 21853 views
Complete power outage in Cuba left over 10 million people without electricity

Cuba experienced another large-scale blackout due to the shutdown of its energy system. The country is suffering from fuel shortages and the blocking of oil supplies from the US.

News of the World • March 22, 06:39 AM • 7531 views
Sikorski criticized Nawrocki for plans to support Orban

The Polish Foreign Minister condemned Nawrocki's visit to Hungary to support the Prime Minister, who is blocking sanctions against Russia. Orban is also delaying payments for weapons to Ukraine.

Politics • March 21, 08:50 PM • 13266 views
Zelenskyy: we are working on confiscating oil from Russian shadow fleet vessels

Ukraine and its partners are developing a mechanism to block tankers and seize raw materials. France has already detained a sanctioned vessel carrying Russian oil.

Economy • March 21, 07:30 PM • 7078 views
This weakens Russia's terrorist potential - Sybiha on Ukrainian strikes against targets in Russia

Foreign Minister Sybiha announced an increase in the intensity of attacks to destroy sources of terror. Strikes reach targets thousands of kilometers deep into the aggressor state.

War in Ukraine • March 21, 05:39 PM • 6946 views
Cuba refused to discuss the president's resignation in talks with the US

The Deputy Foreign Minister of Cuba stated that a change of power is impossible for the sake of an agreement with Washington. The country's political system is not a subject of bargaining with the US.

Politics • March 21, 02:14 PM • 6037 views
US Treasury lifts sanctions on two Russians and one foreign company

Yuri and Lidiya Korzhavin, a UAE-based firm, and two other foreign nationals were removed from the lists. The US Treasury Department did not officially state the reasons for lifting the restrictions.

News of the World • March 21, 02:10 PM • 5371 views
US allows sale of Iranian oil for 30 days - Finance Minister Bessent

Finance Minister Scott Bessent announced a 30-day waiver of sanctions for oil in transit. The measure is aimed at bringing 440 million barrels to the market.

News of the World • March 21, 08:34 AM • 9771 views
Putin's former translator appointed OSCE observer for Hungarian elections - human rights activists called for a change in the delegation's composition

Human rights activists demand the removal of Russian Daria Boyarskaya from the OSCE mission due to risks. The organization refused to dismiss the advisor despite her past in the Russian Foreign Ministry.

Politics • March 20, 08:56 PM • 10272 views
Russian tanker changes course to Venezuela due to US ban on fuel supplies to Cuba - Media

The Sea Horse tanker with Russian diesel fuel changed its destination after updated US sanctions. Cuba remains in an energy crisis without oil supplies.

Economy • March 20, 08:47 PM • 9283 views
US banned Cuba from receiving Russian oil despite energy crisis

The US Treasury Department has added Cuba to the list of countries prohibited from unloading Russian oil products. The island is suffering from fuel shortages and an energy blockade.

News of the World • March 20, 03:27 PM • 5640 views
Oil prices fall amid discussions between the US and allies on efforts to increase supplies and open the Strait of Hormuz

Brent crude fell to $107 due to US plans to lift sanctions on Iranian cargoes. G7 countries are preparing measures for security in the Strait of Hormuz.

Economy • March 20, 02:56 PM • 6378 views
Ukraine counts on European partners to maintain sanctions against Russia and its accomplices - Zelenskyy

The President of Ukraine reacted to the weakening of pressure on the aggressor and his accomplices. He expects European partners to maintain pressure.

Politics • March 20, 02:35 PM • 4271 views
Ukraine wants to know the dates for the upcoming trilateral meeting at a bilateral meeting with the US - Zelenskyy

Ukraine will discuss with the US the preparation of a trilateral meeting with Russia and the risks of lifting energy sanctions. The parties will work on security guarantees and plans.

War in Ukraine • March 20, 01:36 PM • 42967 views
French Navy seizes Russian 'shadow' tanker Deyna flying Mozambique flag

France detained the vessel Deyna off the coast of Algeria for violating sanctions. President Macron announced a fight against the financing of Russia's war efforts.

News of the World • March 20, 12:18 PM • 5096 views
Hundreds of billions of dollars for Ukraine: activists at the Polish embassy demanded that a Polish court recognize the decision of a Ukrainian courtPhotoVideo

Hundreds of billions of dollars for Ukraine: activists at the Polish embassy demanded that a Polish court recognize the decision of a Ukrainian court.

Society • March 20, 11:49 AM • 24611 views
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Companies are in no hurry to join Defence City due to imperfect legislation - lawyer

Legislative barriers and strict requirements for criminal cases hinder the development of Defence City. Businesses choose Diia.City due to more favorable conditions and lower risks.

War in Ukraine • March 20, 11:43 AM • 18055 views
Nausėda: EU must include "Rosatom" and "Lukoil" in new sanctions package

The President of Lithuania calls for the 20th sanctions package to be adopted as soon as possible and for "Rosatom" and "Lukoil" to be included in the 21st. According to him, increased pressure is necessary to change Russia's behavior.

Economy • March 19, 09:33 PM • 12151 views
Trump surprised by moderate oil price increase after strikes on Iran

Donald Trump expected a much larger jump in oil prices and a worsening of the economy. Currently, Brent crude has risen to $115 per barrel.

News of the World • March 19, 07:57 PM • 7825 views
Zelenskyy discussed with Sybiha the preparation of diplomatic events in Ukraine for the coming weeks

The President heard the Foreign Minister's report on his visit to Latin America and work with partners. New international meetings are planned in Ukraine in the near future.

Society • March 19, 06:21 PM • 8560 views
US lifts sanctions on Belarusian potash - media

The United States has officially removed key enterprises of Belarus' potash industry from its sanctions lists. The decision by Special Envoy John Kohle has already come into effect.

News of the World • March 19, 04:53 PM • 5639 views
Trilateral talks on ending the war in Ukraine may resume in the near future - Zelenskyy

The President urged not to allow Russia's positions to strengthen due to delays in aid and sanctions. Ukraine expects the unblocking of 90 billion euros from the EU.

War in Ukraine • March 19, 03:11 PM • 5019 views
EU leaders expect the swift adoption of the 20th package of sanctions against Russia

The European Council calls for restrictions on Russia's shadow fleet and banking system. Ukraine is expected to receive the first payment of a 90 billion euro loan in early April.

Politics • March 19, 02:08 PM • 27426 views
Russians are massively reorienting towards Asia due to war and sanctions - Foreign Intelligence Service

Russian students are massively choosing Asian universities instead of European ones due to sanctions. Chinese and Korean languages have become the most popular among Russian youth.

News of the World • March 19, 12:42 PM • 4276 views
Sybiha calls for stronger sanctions against Russia due to escalation risks in Europe

Andriy Sybiha called for stronger sanctions and the arrest of Russia's shadow fleet due to the threat to Europe. The head of the Ministry of Foreign Affairs of Ukraine insists on the adoption of the 20th package of EU sanctions.

News of the World • March 19, 11:33 AM • 4481 views
Kallas calls for 'political courage' to unblock €90 billion for Ukraine amid Hungarian resistance

Kaja Kallas called on EU leaders to unblock a 90 billion euro loan for Ukraine. Viktor Orbán is blocking aid over the issue of Russian oil supplies.

Politics • March 19, 09:40 AM • 5162 views
Slovenia demands investigation into Israeli company Black Cube's interference in elections

Prime Minister Robert Golob called on the EU to investigate illegal surveillance of politicians by private intelligence. The interference was called a hybrid threat to the entire bloc.

News of the World • March 19, 09:30 AM • 4956 views
Orban rejected the possibility of progress on €90 billion for Ukraine and sanctions against Russia

The Hungarian Prime Minister rejected the possibility of progress in financing Ukraine and restrictions against Russia. He demands a full restoration of oil supplies from Russia.

Politics • March 19, 08:48 AM • 4936 views
Five EU countries are urgently seeking a solution for a tanker drifting in the Mediterranean Sea

Italy, Spain, Greece, Cyprus, and Malta are urging the EC to intervene due to the risk of an oil spill. A damaged vessel from Russia's shadow fleet has lost control.

News of the World • March 18, 11:40 PM • 35348 views
US eases sanctions on Venezuela in bid to boost oil production

The US Treasury Department has authorized transactions with Venezuela's PDVSA to stabilize global prices. The decision aims to increase fuel supply.

Economy • March 18, 10:30 PM • 6265 views