Trump Wants Ukraine to Guarantee Access to Rare Earths for War Aid
President Donald Trump said his administration wants an agreement with Ukraine for the war-torn country to offer access…
The delicate task of Syria’s political transition – POLITICO
“Germany proposes to take a smart approach to sanctions, providing relief for the Syrian population. Syrians now need…
Leading EU Powers Call for Urgent Review of Sanctions on Syria
Key European Union member states want to suspend some sanctions on Syria to help ensure a peaceful transition…
Pump Russian gas or face the consequences, Fico threatens Ukraine – POLITICO
“There is no EU legislation or system of sanctions that would hinder Ukraine from continuing the gas transit,”…
Venezuela Challenger to Meet Biden, Putting Pressure on Trump
The Venezuela opposition leader the US has recognized as president-elect is scheduled to meet with President Joe Biden…
Clamp down on Russian shadow fleet after tanker oil spill, says Latvia – POLITICO
Russia’s shadow fleet has been used by the Kremlin to circumvent Western restrictions that impose a $60 per…
US Sanctions Disrupt Iranian Crude Flows to China, Vortexa Says
Iranian crude exports to China have been disrupted by broader US sanctions on tankers, according to Vortexa Ltd.,…
Israel’s Smotrich Says Trump Offers Chance to Overthrow Iran
Bezalel Smotrich, Israel’s finance minister and inner security cabinet member, said the inauguration of Donald Trump next month…
Trump Fires Early Warning Shot at Dollar’s Would-Be Challengers
Donald Trump has jumped straight into action as the defender of dollar power, training some heavy fire on…
Slovakia’s Fico to Join Putin for WWII Celebrations in Moscow
Slovak Prime Minister Robert Fico said he will go to Moscow next year to attend celebrations marking the…
Russia Bank Sanctions Prompt Gas Supply Concerns For Austria, Slovakia, Hungary
European countries still buying Russian gas are rushing to find a way to keep paying for supplies after…
North Korean leader says past diplomacy only confirmed US hostility
SEOUL, South Korea (AP) — North Korean leader Kim Jong Un said his past negotiations with the United…