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Lavrov hits back at Nato’s Rutte, denies Russian plans to invade Europe or attack Nato

Russian Foreign Minister Sergey Lavrov hit back at Nato General Secretary Mark Rutte’s claims that Chinese President Xi Jinping could ask Russia to attack Nato to clear a path for China’s occupation of Taiwan, or that Moscow plans to invade Estonia in the …

Turkey's clean power growth is bad news for gas market bulls: Maguire

(The opinions expressed here are those of the author, a columnist for Reuters.) LITTLETON, Colorado - Turkey is one of the world's fastest-growing power markets, and exporters of natural gas and LNG have eyed the country as a key potential growth …

EU pledges critical chemicals overhaul

The European Union pledged to use its trade defense powers and state aid measures to shield the continent's chemicals makers from high energy costs and intensifying U.S. and Chinese competition -- a sign of the strain that one of the bloc's most …

Six Russian Ships in Six Months Hit by Explosions After Visiting Russian Ports

When a tanker loaded with Russian oil slows in a shipping channel, a waiting diver swims from a mini-submarine and attaches a hull-clinging limpet mine. Days later, when the tanker is plowing the waves of another sea, usually the Mediterranean, a timed …

Trump ‘blindsided by decision to halt weapons for Ukraine’

Pete Hegseth failed to inform President Trump of his decision to halt military aid to Ukraine, according to reports. The White House said Trump retained “full confidence” in his defence secretary after the Pentagon suspended a crucial delivery of weapons …

Reason millions of households may not have noticed a cut in energy bills

Millions of homes across the nation have now experienced a reduction in their energy bills, yet advocates warn that many may not notice the change. The Ofgem price cap decreased by 7%, marking its first decline in a year, with the average annual energy …

Trump criticizes Putin after approving more weapons for Ukraine

WASHINGTON: President Donald Trump said on Tuesday he had approved sending U.S. defensive weapons to Ukraine and was considering additional sanctions on Moscow, underscoring his frustration with Russian President Vladimir Putin over the growing death toll …

EU's Russian Gas Imports Fall on Ukraine Transit Halt

Ukraine’s minerals fund focus of private investment ahead of major recovery conference

This week, thousands of companies, business heads, and global leaders are headed to Rome for the fourth Ukraine Recovery Conference on July 10, with many companies hoping for more clarity around the future of a U.S.-Ukraine minerals deal. It’s been over …

Russia-Ukraine war: List of key events, day 1,228

Here are the key events on day 1,228 of Russia’s war on Ukraine. Here is how things stand on Sunday, July 6 : Fighting Ukraine’s military claimed an attack on the Borisoglebsk airbase in Russia’s Voronezh region, hitting a depot containing glide bombs and …

Can Denmark keep the EU green?

The streets of Denmark's second city Aarhus are full of clues that this is a climate-conscious country. Bottle recycling machines greet pedestrians at regular intervals; bike paths are teeming with cyclists in rain or shine — often with kids or cargo …

A Mysterious Trader of Russian Oil Links Associates of Vladimir Putin and Hungarian Prime Minister Viktor Orban’s ...

In this article you will learn Hungarian Prime Minister Viktor Orban is one of Russia’s allies in Europe. He claims that the EU is helping Ukraine at the expense of European interests and that Hungary will not quit Russian oil and gas. Experts and the …

Russia on the edge of economic collapse after 40 months of war

Forty months is a long time in a war. Even more so for an economy already burdened by dangerous dependencies on a fossil-fuel-based world that, with luck, will be consigned to the history books within a few decades. Nearly three and a half years after …

China retaliates against EU trade restrictions

China hit back at European Union trade restrictions, weeks before a summit meant to celebrate 50 years of the pair officially establishing diplomatic relations. Beijing’s ban on the sale of European medical devices came in response to Brussels’ own curbs. …

What will be the effect of rising military spending? | Explained

The story so far: The North Atlantic Treaty Organization (NATO) summit in June pledged to increase military spending to 5% of the member nations’ GDP (specifically “core defence requirements as well as defence and security-related spending by 2035”). The …

Ukraine’s sovereignty was violated long before Trump

On June 16, the Ukrainian government started the process for opening bids for foreign companies to mine lithium deposits in the country. Among the interested investors is a consortium linked to Ronald S Lauder, who is believed to be close to United States …

How Trump Can Help Ukraine Win The War And Make Russia Pay For It

WASHINGTON, DC - FEBRUARY 24: Anti-war demonstrators and Ukrainians living in the U.S. protest ... More against Russia's military operation in Ukraine in Lafayette Park on February 24, 2022 in Washington, DC. Russian President Vladimir Putin launched a …

US removes Russia sanctions which prevented main NPP construction in Hungary

(MENAFN) The United States has lifted sanctions that had previously blocked financial transactions through Russia’s Gazprombank connected to the construction of Hungary’s Paks-2 nuclear power plant. On Friday, the U.S. Office of Foreign Assets Control ( …

Russian pipeline gas shipments to EU decrease

(MENAFN) Russian natural gas exports to the European Union fell significantly by 18.3% in June compared to the previous month, Reuters reported, attributing the drop to maintenance work on gas infrastructure. After Ukraine halted gas transit through its …

Portugal’s Golden Visa Remains Unaffected by Proposed Immigration Reforms, Say Experts

Experts confirm there have been no legal changes to the Golden Visa, as Portugal's Parliament reviews broader immigration and nationality reforms. LISBON, PORTUGAL, July 9, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Experts say Portugal’s Golden Visa remains …

Faith Leaders to Address Hunger and Poverty Crisis in South Africa

"Faith in Action: Reflections" webinar series with prominent South African faith leaders addressing the IF20 policy priorities CAPE TOWN, WESTERN CAPE PROVINCE, SOUTH AFRICA, July 9, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- The G20 Interfaith Forum …

Napa Firewise Helps Secure Firewise USA® Status for 18 Communities

Eighteen Communities Across Napa County Achieve Firewise USA® Designation as Wildfire Preparedness Efforts Expand Amid Growing Fire Risk NAPA, CA, UNITED STATES, July 8, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- As California braces for a wildfire season …

Less Cancer Issues Call for Unity and Action as Cuts to Healthcare Loom

WARRENTON , VA, UNITED STATES, July 8, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Less Cancer, a national nonprofit educational organization, is calling on individuals, families, and leaders across the political spectrum to remain actively engaged as deep cuts …

Author and Political Commentator Liz Wheeler to Speak in Napa Valley on Sunday, July 27

Presented by Celeste White and Lux Forum of St. Helena, CA ST. HELENA, CA, UNITED STATES, July 8, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Conservative author, podcast host, and political commentator Elizabeth “Liz” Wheeler will take the stage on Sunday, July …

A Call for European Courts to Get Back On Track - Litigation Funding and Justice System Reform

BRUSSELS, BELGIUM, July 8, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- A Call for European Courts to Get Back On Track - As European institutions consider new regulations for litigation funding, broader questions emerge about the health of the continent's …

Bright Pattern and AvanteNow Partner to Deliver IT Service Management with AI-Powered Contact Center Capabilities

SAN FRANCISCO, CA, UNITED STATES, July 8, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Bright Pattern, a global leader in AI-powered cloud-based contact center solutions, and AvanteNow, a renowned IT service specialist, have announced a new partnership. This …

Operation Green Shield Strikes Huge Blow to Environmental Crime Networks Across the Amazon Basin

In a major milestone for international environmental law enforcement, Operation Green Shield has disrupted criminal networks operating across the Amazon Basin ABU DHABI, UNITED ARAB EMIRATES, July 8, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- In a major …

Redefining Rhinoplasty in the Mediterranean: Op. Dr. Engin Erkal's Modern Approach in Antalya, Turkey

As the global medical tourism sector grows, Turkey has solidified its place as a world leader in aesthetic surgery—particularly in rhinoplasty. ANTALYA, TURKEY, July 8, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- As the global medical tourism sector grows, …

Pakistan’s ability to thread the needle in relations with the US and Iran tested by the Israel-Iran war

The announcement of a cease-fire between Iran and Israel, after 12 days of war, was met with relief in Pakistan. As tensions escalated between the two archrivals, particularly following the June 21 US airstrikes on Iranian nuclear facilities, Pakistan’s …

No Dem Left Behind Launches National War Accountability Project Ahead of 2026 Midterms

With the 2026 midterm elections nearing and foreign conflicts in the spotlight, No Dem Left Behind has introduced War Watch to inform voters on pressing issues. WASHINGTON, DC, UNITED STATES, July 8, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- With the 2026 …

State Transparency Report Reveals Improvements, But Gaps Remain

Truth in Accounting Releases Latest State Transparency Rankings CHICAGO, IL, UNITED STATES, July 8, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Truth in Accounting (TIA) has released its latest report on state financial transparency, assessing how effectively each state …

Jim Bell Elevates Luxury Real Estate with Concierge-Style Services and Exclusive Lifestyle Perks

Experience next-level luxury—Jim Bell delivers tailored real estate solutions, concierge care, and exclusive lifestyle perks for elite clients. WASHINGTON, D.C., DC, UNITED STATES, July 8, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Jim Bell, Executive Vice …

China’s 'Double Reduction': Promising Steps Toward Balanced and Quality Education, Yet Challenges Remain

SHANGHAI, SHANGHAI, CHINA, July 8, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- A bold policy targets academic stress and inequality, but teacher workload and resource gaps highlight the need for systemic reforms and broader engagement from actors beyond the …

OSCE and the United Nations Countering Terrorist Travel (‘CT Travel’) Programme provide expert support to Turkmenistan ...

8 July 2025, Ashgabat – Officials from the State Migration Service of Turkmenistan held a two-day online consultation with experts from the Organization for Security and Co-operation in Europe (OSCE), the United Nations Countering Terrorist Travel (‘CT …

The Crook at the Table: New Release Examines Challenges in Public Accountability

CHRISTIANSTED, SAINT CROIX, VIRGIN ISLANDS, U.S., July 7, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- A new book titled The Crook at the Table: How to Reduce Corruption in Government by Dr. Valdemar A. Hill, Jr., is sparking important conversations about …

2025 Calgary Stampede opens amid growing opposition to rodeo and chuckwagon events

The Vancouver Humane Society is calling for an end to the Calgary Stampede's rodeo and chuckwagon racing events, which lead to animal deaths nearly every year. VANCOUVER, BRITISH COLUMBIA, CANADA, July 7, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- With the …

Heritage Field Airport (KPTW) Celebrates Final Approval for Transformative Corporate Hangar Development

Heritage Field Airport (KPTW) receives final approval for 10 corporate hangars, positioning facility as premier aviation hub in Greater Philadelphia region. LIMERICK TOWNSHIP, PA, UNITED STATES, July 7, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Heritage Field …

Weiner on US Main St Radio & Grt Brit Nws; Top Op-Eds Wash Post, Charlotte Observer, MSN, Dallas News, Seattle Times

Subjects include Social Security is Not Insolvent, Syria, Senator Tillis, Vought and Project 2025, Newsome, Big Beautiful Bill, AF1, Woman President WASHINGTON, D.C., DC, UNITED STATES, July 7, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Robert Weiner, former …

OSCE human rights office voices deep concern over increased pressure on civil society and political dissent in Georgia, ...

WARSAW, 7 July 2025 – Legislation increasingly restricting the work of civil society and the detention and prosecution of peaceful protestors in Georgia as well as the recent arrests of political opposition leaders are of growing concern, the OSCE Office …