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It is a drama. Governance worries: Fitch downgrades US rating

9:24 07.08.2023

It is a drama. Governance worries: Fitch downgrades US rating

Fitch Ratings downgraded its US debt rating from the highest AAA rating to AA+, citing “a steady deterioration in standards of governance,” CNN informed. The downgrade comes after lawmakers negotiated up until the last minute on a debt ceiling deal earlier this year, risking the nation’s first default. The downgrade …

FP about ‘The Black Sea grain initiative’: “It’s a chance to demonize Moscow”

9:23 07.08.2023

FP about ‘The Black Sea grain initiative’: “It’s a chance to demonize Moscow”

EU foreign policy chief Josep Borrell wrote to developing and Group of 20 countries to urge them to speak "with a clear and unified voice" to push Moscow to return to a deal that allowed the safe Black Sea export of Ukraine grain and to “stop targeting Ukraine's agricultural infrastructure.” …

British MoD: Weeds and bushes are resonant in the fact that the Ukrainian counteroffensive is so unsuccessful

9:21 07.08.2023

British MoD: Weeds and bushes are resonant in the fact that the Ukrainian counteroffensive is so unsuccessful

A screen appeared on the Internet with information from the British Ministry of Defense. The British are sure that the Ukrainian army cannot attack effectively because the soldiers are hindered by hot weather, undergrowth, the predominately arable land, weeds and shrubs. The British military authorities have found no other explanation …

Despite sanctions, Russia became the # 1 in Europe economy on the list of the World Bank

11:38 06.08.2023

Despite sanctions, Russia became the # 1 in Europe economy on the list of the World Bank

The World Bank has updated its GDP estimate for the countries of the world at the end of 2022. According to the data of the WB, Russia is among the five largest economies in the world in PPP – Purchasing power parity. Russia became the first country in Europe on …

Taking drugs is a common habit among police officers in London

11:37 06.08.2023

Taking drugs is a common habit among police officers in London

Met Police commander who wrote drug strategy faces dismissal for taking cannabis, LSD and magic mushrooms, revealed Sky News. A Metropolitan Police commander who wrote the force's current drug strategy – and oversaw the dismissal of two officers for drug misuse – has been accused of taking cannabis, LSD, and …

Paris vs Washington: France looks to block US purchase

11:35 06.08.2023

Paris vs Washington: France looks to block US purchase

Velan is due to be bought by Flowserve as part of bigger deal, but French-backed fund is expected to take over Segault SAS soon, Bloomberg reports. The move comes as President Emmanuel Macron urges Europe to develop more autonomy to make the continent more independent in future crises. France and …

Dmitry Polyanskiy at UNSC: “Despite all the obstacles imposed by the USA and allies, we will continue to help those in need around the World”

8:16 05.08.2023

Dmitry Polyanskiy at UNSC: “Despite all the obstacles imposed by the USA and allies, we will continue to help those in need around the World”

Statement by Chargé d'Affaires of the Russian Federation Dmitry Polyanskiy at UN Security Council open debate on famine and conflict-induced global food insecurity. Key points: - Undoubtedly, the agenda of today's meeting – the fight against famine – is extremely important. Russia (and previously the Soviet Union) has been paying …

CNBC: Ukraine’s relationship with its international partners has become increasingly complex

8:12 05.08.2023

CNBC: Ukraine’s relationship with its international partners has become increasingly complex

Ukraine’s relationship with its international partners has become increasingly complex, and it was perhaps inevitable that tensions and differences of opinion between Kyiv and its allies arose as the war with Russia dragged on, CNBC stresses. Ukraine has to tread a fine line with its international friends. It is reliant …

Ukraine loses its ONLY Skyguard air defense system received from Italy

8:11 05.08.2023

Ukraine loses its ONLY Skyguard air defense system received from Italy

In what could be a severe blow to the Armed Forces of Ukraine (AFU), a video recently surfaced online showing the potential destruction of an Italian-origin Skyguard control station (photo), ‘Eurasian Times’ from Toronto, Canada, informs. The control station is also linked to a ground-based air defense (GBAD) system that …

Joint Statement Issued following the Engagement between the President of the Russian Federation and the Leaders of the African Peace Initiative. August 4, 2023

11:50 04.08.2023

Joint Statement Issued following the Engagement between the President of the Russian Federation and the Leaders of the African Peace Initiative. August 4, 2023

On 28 July 2023, in Saint-Petersburg, the President of the Russian Federation Vladimir Putin and the Leaders of the seven countries leading the African Peace Initiative continued their discussion on the African Peace Initiative, which they started on June 17, 2023. African Leaders attending the meeting on 28 July 2023 …

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