Russia to set up corridor for Ukrainian grain ships for ‘lifting of sanctions’
Western powers are discussing the idea of setting up "safe corridors" for grain exports from Ukraine's ports, however, this would require Russia’s consent.
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Russia launches new assault on eastern Ukraine towns
After failing to seize Kyiv or Ukraine's second city Kharkiv, Russia is trying to take the rest of the separatist-claimed Donbas' two provinces.
Absurd to blame China for Russia-Ukraine conflict: Chinese vice-foreign minister
Vice-foreign Minister Le Yucheng said China has stood for fairness and justice, and that it has “no axe to grind or any geopolitical agenda on this issue”.
Japan’s Kishida condemns Russian invasion of Ukraine
In his visit to London, the Japanese Prime Minister condemned Russia’s invasion of Ukraine in the strongest terms, saying it amounted to war crimes.
France and India call for immediate end to Ukraine hostilities
Both countries unequivocally condemned that civilians have been killed in the conflict. However, only France spoke against the "Russian forces' illegal and unjustified aggression…
A global recession in the next two years? Why some analysts believe it is likely
Some analysts believe the time frame for the next recession is getting even shorter with no quick solutions in sight.
Chinese embassy rebukes US false claims over Ukraine
The spokesperson also urged Washington to welcome joint verification of biolabs in Ukraine by the international community.
Energy purchases from Russia remain minuscule: India
Officials said India’s top ten import destinations were mostly from West Asia and in the recent past, the US has become a major source for crude oil.
Russia bars entry for 63 Japanese, including Prime Minister Kishida
The list includes Foreign Minister Yoshimasa Hayashi and Defence Minister Nobuo Kishi, among other officials.
Social media threatening press freedom: Nobel laureate Maria Ressa
The 58-year-old says social media first enabled split global narratives around Russia's annexation of Crimea back in 2014.