The Trump administration is ignoring the will of Congress and waiving new Russia sanctions amid fears that high energy prices will cost Republicans in next month’s elections.
Category: Putin, Vladimir V
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Kremlin Moves to Seize Control of Nestlé’s Russia Operations
The New York Times – Business:The Swiss maker of KitKats and Nescafé said it was assessing the situation after the Kremlin issued a presidential decree.
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Why Emerging Powers Keep Joining BRICS, Even When They Disagree
The New York Times – On the Runway:Leaders of emerging economies meet in New Delhi this weekend, but global conflicts and soaring energy prices threaten to undermine unity.
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With Messaging That Mirrors Putin’s, Germany’s Far-Right Party Gains Ground
The New York Times – On the Runway:Embracing positions extolled by the Kremlin, the Alternative for Germany party may govern for the first time in a German state.
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They Went to Ukraine on the ‘Peace Express.’ Detours Are Likely Ahead.
The New York Times – On the Runway:The Trump administration had let the peace process enter such a freeze that a trip to Kyiv was just an initial step. Any new talks will happen alongside escalating fighting.
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Bessent Blames Ukraine for High Energy Prices
The New York Times – Business:After meeting with Russia’s finance minister, the Treasury secretary said Ukraine’s attacks on Russian oil infrastructure were contributing to a global energy shock driven mainly by the US war with Iran.
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Summit With Russia, India and Iran Shows Leverage Wars Have Given Xi of China
The New York Times – On the Runway:A two-day conference of the 10-nation Shanghai Cooperation Organization in Kyrgyzstan shows the limits of U.S. economic warfare.
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Putin Is Coming for Russian Literature
The New York Times – On the Runway:The Kremlin is redefining what it means to be a writer in Russia.
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How a Trump Envoy Uses Vodka and Dirty Jokes to Conduct U.S. Diplomacy
The New York Times – On the Runway:The diplomat, John Coale, says his personalized approach gets results and matches the president’s style. Critics contend he is giving up too much to an authoritarian leader.
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A New Lethal Front in Ukraine: Its Beloved Gas Stations
The New York Times – On the Runway:Russian drone attacks have hit hundreds of gas stations in apparent retaliation for Ukraine’s attacks on oil refineries.