Category: Russian Invasion of Ukraine (2022)

South African Inquiry Rebuts U.S. Charge on Russian Arms

A government investigation about a Russian ship contradicts U.S. accusations that South Africa provided arms to fight Ukraine, President Cyril Ramaphosa said. But a government report won’t be released, he added.
How More Sanctions on Russian Diamonds Could Affect the Global Market

The Group of 7 and the European Union are expected to issue new rules in an effort to slow the flow of revenue into the Kremlin’s war chest.
Western Banks Help Fund Blacklisted Oligarch’s Charity

Konstantin Malofeyev’s foundation funds orphanages in occupied Ukraine. He denies that a child-removal program there is a war crime: “All of this is fake.”
Intelligence Agencies Warn Foreign Spies Are Targeting U.S. Space Companies

U.S. officials say Chinese and Russian spy agencies are trying to steal technology from private American space companies and preparing cyberattacks that could disable satellites in a conflict.
Russia’s Interest Rate Hike Highlights Economic Struggle Amid Ukraine War

With the third-largest interest rate increase in a decade to shore up the ruble, Moscow’s policymakers are pursuing the conflicting goals of paying for the war against Ukraine and taming inflation.
Russia Tries to Bolster Ruble as Inflation Adds to Economic Woes

The central bank in Moscow took steps to counter the currency’s slide, but the war and resulting sanctions have put intense pressure on the economy.
Sweden Is Not Staying Neutral in Russia’s Information War

The country has empowered a government agency to openly combat online disinformation coming from foreign adversaries, and especially the Kremlin.
The ruble’s fall is raising concerns inside Russia about rising inflation.

The Russian currency has lost about a quarter of its value against the dollar this year, a reflection of the country’s roiling economy.
Heat, War and Trade Protections Raise Uncertainty for Food Prices

Experts are warning of a new normal in which food supplies — and prices — could be rocked more regularly.
Anna Netrebko Sues Met Opera After Losing Work Over Support of Putin

Seeking at least $360,000, the singer accused the storied opera house of discrimination, defamation and breach of contract. The company disputed her claims.
Saudi Arabia to Extend Oil Production Cut by a Month

The kingdom said its move to reduce oil production by one million barrels a day would continue through September.
Russia’s Wartime Spending Raises Fears of an Economic Bubble

The economic strength has helped to maintain popular support for Vladimir Putin’s war, but some have warned the state-led spending is threatening the country’s financial stability.