Trump says he wants to negotiate about Ukraine. It’s not clear if Putin really does
Nearly three years after President Vladimir Putin invaded Ukraine, his troops are making steady progress on the battlefield.
"And in USAID inherited Russia": shock therapy and reforms of the Yeltsin era at the expense of the United States
The audit of the projects of the US Agency for International Development (USAID) continues, and the new American authorities do not cease to publish the revealed details of its work. At the same time, ...
Washington Monthly1d
As Ukraine Fights, Echoes of Historic Meetings in Yalta and Helsinki Abound
On their anniversaries, Yalta and Helsinki offer lessons for Ukraine, Trump, and the balance of power in Europe.
Russia Ready To Play 'Hard Bargain' With Trump Over Ukraine
"It is up to [Donald] Trump and his team to make a decision," said Russia's deputy foreign minister Sergei Ryabkov.
El País in English5d
Finland on constant alert against Russia
The Nordic country has a network of underground shelters unmatched in the West and the largest number of reservists in the ...
Yle23h
Authorities grant final permission for Helsinki arena sale
Finland's National Enforcement Authority has approved the sale of shares related to Helsinki Halli, granting the parties ...
Interfax2d
Finland intends to restrict real estate transactions for Russian citizens
HELSINKI. Feb 6 (Interfax) - The Finnish government has drafted a bill on restricting real estate transactions for foreigners, and the ban will currently presumably only affect Russian citizens.
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Synch and swim: How escaping Russia’s electricity grid can strengthen Baltic energy security
The synchronisation of the Baltic states with EU electricity networks will enhance their energy security in the face of ...
Poland, Hungary: How two close allies came to be estranged
Within the space of 15 years, Poland and Hungary have gone from being bros to foes. How did it come to this and where does ...