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US-China tensions at strategic ports in the Panama Canal
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US-China tensions in the Panama Canal rise after a Hong Kong (China) corporation threatened to sue Maersk shipping for a port operation dispute.
Venezuela wants to join the US to become a leading oil producing power
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Venezuelan interim President Delcy Rodriguez affirmed her desire to strengthen cooperation with the US to become the world's largest oil producer.
UK announces emergency air defense aid package of over 745 million USD for Ukraine
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The British government announced an air defense aid package of over 745 million USD to protect Ukrainian infrastructure from new attacks.
Ukraine considers biggest concession in Donbass
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Ukraine may accept withdrawing forces from the Donbass region, according to Ukrainian President's advisors.
US earns over $1 billion from selling Venezuelan oil
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US revenue from selling Venezuelan oil has exceeded the 1 billion USD mark and is expected to increase sharply in the near future.
Ukraine gives time for a general counterattack against Russia
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Ukraine could counterattack Russia when it has enough Western-made weapons.
Shocked by the strange thing about China's giant gold mine
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A giant gold mine in northern China was formed differently from other gold mines in the world.
US promises to ensure security if Sweden submits application to NATO
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Sweden said it had received US security guarantees during the period of Stockholm's application for NATO membership.
Russia spectacularly avoids last-minute bankruptcy
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Russia avoids bankruptcy as US dollar bond payments due on May 4 have reached creditors.
Russian President Putin continues to punish "unfriendly countries"
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According to the new decree of President Vladimir Putin, creditors from "unfriendly countries" only have limited access to profits at Russian companies.
USD drops from 20-year high, down from ruble
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The ruble has a record high against the USD, while the greenback index fell from a 20-year high on May 4.
Ukraine declares it has not abandoned its plan to join NATO
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Ukraine has said it has not abandoned its plans to join NATO, criticizing the alliance for its released speech.
New oil and gas market for both Russia and the EU
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Both Russia and the EU are heading towards Africa, where emerging oil and gas suppliers are expected to replace Moscow in Europe, while Russia looks to expand investment in the black continent.
Ukraine speaks out about the "Kiev ghost" pilot who shot down 40 Russian aircraft
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The Ukrainian Air Force has dispelled rumors about the legendary fighter pilot known as the "Ghost of Kiev".
EU may exempt 2 member states from Russian oil embargo
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The European Commission is proposing a blockade of Russian oil, but could exempt Hungary and Slovakia to reach EU consensus.
Russia simplifies gas payment in rubles
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To facilitate gas payments in rubles, Russia has amended tax laws for foreign companies.
Russian gas supplies to China increase rapidly
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Russian gas supplies to China increased sharply in the first 4 months of 2022 in the context of Moscow reducing supplies to Europe.
Russian ruble sets world record despite 4,000 sanctions
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The Russian ruble was the only currency in the world to appreciate against the US dollar in April, despite 4,000 sanctions against Russia.
10 EU countries quietly buy Russian gas in rubles
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A senior Hungarian official said that the 10 EU countries are technically buying Russian gas in rubles.
Voluntary clash in the French capital on International Labor Day 1.5
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In the French capital Paris, left-wing neo-governmental cadres wearing black clashed with police and broke into a shop on International Labor Day 1.5.
