International Relations – Page 62

Russia’s Central Bank Raises Rates to 16 Percent

The bank warned that its tight monetary policy would continue “for a long period” as it attempts slow an economy in danger of overheating.

By Ivan Nechepurenko

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State Dept.’s Fight Against Disinformation Comes Under Attack

The Global Engagement Center has become the focus of Republican-led criticism that the U.S. government coerces social media platforms into removing offensive content.

By Steven Lee Myers

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E.U. Moves to Tap Frozen Russian Assets to Help Ukraine

A plan to use interest earned on frozen Russian central bank assets could provide up to 15 billion euros for Ukraine, but faces hurdles before final approval.

By Monika Pronczuk and Eshe Nelson

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At Dubai’s Climate Summit, Activists Test the Limits

The annual U.N. talks have brought the rare spectacle of limited protests to the politically repressive United Arab Emirates.

By Vivian Nereim