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US-Russia deal, Trump-Zelensky clash could leave Ukraine out in the cold

From US threats to cut off intelligence support for Ukraine to a waiver of tariffs on Russian ⁠exports and a diesel deal...

Trump waives several Russia sanctions as row with Zelensky intensifies

The US president temporarily ends many restrictions on Moscow recently passed by Congress over "national security" conce...

Trump vows ‘very good decision’ on anti-Russian sanctions

According to the US president, the decision will benefit the entire world

Why is Hong Kong hosting the Apec Finance Ministers’ Meeting? There is another agenda

As Hong Kong hosts the Apec Finance Ministers’ Meeting on Tuesday, this two-part series examines the summit’s significan...

Listings in south-east Asia gain momentum with $1bn IPO

Owner of digital wallet GCash set to start trading in region’s biggest debut this year

Venezuela Sees Nearly $76 Billion Oil Investment Over Five Years

Venezuela expects almost $76 billion of investment in its oil and gas sector over the next five years, Acting President ...

Trump takes 60 days to assess impact of potential sanctions against Russia — Rubio

The US secretary of state noted that the additional analysis is prompted by tensions in global energy markets

US sanctions relief unlikely to ease tanker crisis, Kpler says

US sanctions relief unlikely to ease tanker crisis, Kpler says Washington’s reported plans to ease sanctions on shadow f...

Trump’s second Asean summit presence comes at a price for region

US President Donald Trump is expected to drive hard bargains on tariffs and critical minerals in his return to the Asean...

Official warns of China poll risk

Trump’s sanctions waiver ‘rewards’ Putin: Zelenskiy

DR Congo city devoured by race for key minerals

IMF head flags ‘optimism,’ ‘worry’ at meetings in Bangkok

This Chinese export boom really has legs – and wings

Russia sees Europe’s need for Russian fuel — deputy premier

Alexander Novak cited calls in Germany to resume purchases of Russian gas as an example

Trump’s Russia sanctions waiver called mistake by GOP allies

At least eight Republican senators and several House lawmakers have spoken out against Trump's diesel deal with Russia o...

Oil Prices Stay High as War Keeps Supply Tight Into 2027

During the first three months or so of the U.S. and Israeli war with Iran, the dominant mood on oil markets was that the...

Niger Halts Diesel, Petrol Exports to Protect Domestic Supply

Niger banned exports of diesel and premium petrol in a bid to address fuel supply challenges that the country has been f...

Oil prices may grow even further if Hormuz issue not settled — Russian deputy premier

Alexander Novak pointed out that the capacity to use oil stockpiles to stabilize the global market was nearly exhausted

Indian experts describe Trump’s waiver of Russian oil tariffs as economic relief for India

Continued access to competitively priced Russian crude oil will allow bringing down raw material costs, easing inflation...

Trump’s Russia Sanctions Waiver Called Mistake by Key GOP Allies

Republican members of Congress blasted President Donald Trump’s decision to waive a tariff law passed last month to rest...

Many countries want to buy Russian oil — deputy premier

The first tanker has already been loaded in the port of Dikson, Russian Deputy Prime Minister Alexander Novak said

Zelenskyy says Trump could lift more Russia sanctions

Mr. Trump heightened a battle with Mr. Zelenskyy on Friday (October 16, 2026) when he signed an executive order that wai...

Pakistan suspends Iran trade corridors of Gabd-Rimdan, Taftan

GWADAR/QUETTA: Pakistan has suspended trade with Iran through the official Gabd-Rimdan (250) and Taftan border crossings...

Russia to deliver 39 billion cubic meters of gas to China via Power of Siberia

There is also an agreement to expand deliveries to 44 billion cubic meters of gas, Russian Deputy Prime Minister Alexand...

U.S. Floats Lifeline to Russia: Allowing More Gas Sales to Europe

The Trump administration is pitching the idea as part of a peace deal with Ukraine, but Europe is wary and critics say R...

Trump faces bipartisan backlash over Russia sanctions waiver

Republicans and Democrats condemn Trump’s decision to suspend sanctions, saying it undermines support for Ukraine.

Semiconductor market to remain solid ‘at least through next year,’ South Korea finance minister says

South Korea's finance minister said semiconductor growth can last at least through 2027 as supply remains tight despite ...

Dispute Between Trump Allies Centers on Payment From Congo

The White House inquiry is focused on diverging accounts from Richard Grenell and Alina Habba Mildon about a $17 million...

Hungary to Unveil 2027 Budget Monday, Laying Out Euro Road Map

Hungary’s Prime Minister Peter Magyar said he would present the country’s 2027 budget in a speech to parliament at 1pm o...

Bolivia’s Energy Crisis Deepens as Natural Gas Reserves Run Dry

Years of underinvestment in Bolivia’s gas industry have left the South American country facing a severe fuel shortage, a...

Trump aide helped set up ‘sanctioned hit’ on Katie Zacharia: Report

Zelenskyy urges support for new US sanctions on Russia after Trump puts them on hold

Zelenskyy described the move as unfortunate, adding it would encourage Russia to continue its assault. Trump told Congre...

Russia may seek to get back frozen assets through Ukraine's partners, Zelensky says

"Today, this is fully under Europe's control. That means (Russian frozen assets) are safe for now," President Volodymyr ...

Sanctions are Biden’s ineffective idea — Russian presidential envoy

Most countries have not joined sanctions against Russia and understand they harm the world economy and prosperity, speci...

Trump Signs Order Waiving New Russia Sanctions

The sanctions were part of a measure that was named after Senator Lindsey Graham, the South Carolina Republican who died...

Zelenskyy says Trump’s lifting of sanctions on Russia will intensify war in Ukraine

Ukrainian president calls the move a ‘reward’ for Vladimir Putin as Russia strikes country’s power plantsPower plant att...

European Council warns companies not to finance Israel's E1 West Bank settlement construction

European Council warns companies not to finance Israel's E1 West Bank settlement construction Submitted by MEE staff on ...

White House lists over $330 billion investments from India

Zelenskyy urges support for new U.S. sanctions on Russia hours after Trump paused them

Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy urged supporters on Saturday to speak out in defence of new U.S. sanctions again...