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Trump interested in jointly developing Arctic oil and gas with Russia
The US and Russia are looking at joint energy projects in the Arctic, as part of the ceasefire negotiation in Riyadh, Russia’s sovereign wealth fund boss Kirill Dmitriev told Politico on February 19.
Erdogan fires back at business association that attacked his administration
Turkish president accuses Tusiad of meddling in politics, undermining government. Prosecutor expands probe.
Zelenskiy, Trump take verbal swipes at each other as relations between Washington and Kyiv nosedive
Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskiy launched a scathing attack on Donald Trump, accusing the US president of being trapped in a “disinformation bubble” over the war in Ukraine.
European Parliament report calls for removal of EU measures against Kosovo
The measures introduced in response to tensions in Serb-majority north Kosovo included freezing EU funds and suspension of high-level meetings with Kosovo officials.
Brazil's Bolsonaro charged with alleged coup conspiracy
Brazilian prosecutors have charged former president Jair Bolsonaro with allegedly orchestrating a far-right conspiracy to retain power through a military coup, which could lead to decades of imprisonment if he is convicted.
EU eyes “strategic autonomy” partnership with Latin America amid deepening rift with US
The European Union is seeking to deepen its relationship with Latin America and the Caribbean, framing the partnership as one built on "strategic autonomy" rather than as a counterbalance to China's growing influence in the region.
Trump’s mineral deal for Ukraine “worse than Versailles”, reports The Daily Telegraph
President Volodymyr Zelenskiy ordered his staff not to sign the proposed deal that would hand the US control over Ukraine's raw materials and key infrastructure.
Zelenskiy freezes US minerals deal, reaches out to Arab nations
Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskiy has frozen a proposed concession to mine Ukraine’s considerable mineral resources after the US side offered little in return and is travelling in the Middle East to look for new partners.
EU Parliament joins lawsuit against Hungary over controversial Sovereignty Law
The European Parliament legal committee voted on February 18 to join the lawsuit against Hungary in the European Court of Justice regarding the controversial sovereignty protection law adopted in late 2023.
US and Russian officials hold landmark peace talks in Saudi Arabia as Ukraine remains excluded
Senior US and Russian officials have concluded extensive talks at the Diriyah Palace in Riyadh, Saudi Arabia – the most significant diplomatic engagement between the two powers since Russia’s full-scale invasion of Ukraine.
Former Georgian president and opposition members egged on return from Munich
Salome Zourabichvili called on Georgia’s Western partners for a stronger reaction to increasing domestic repression and hostility by the ruling Georgian Dream party during Munich Security Conference.
Russia reportedly considers selling 6% stake in NIS to Serbia after US imposed sanctions
Serbia is considering a range of solutions to ensure NIS’s continued operations, all of which carry economic and geopolitical risks.
Visibly tired and upset Zelenskiy holds Ukraine war press conference with Erdogan in Istanbul
Says Turkey should be among countries with seat at any peace talks table. Turkish president says that table should be in Ankara.
Brazil set to join OPEC+ but will opt out from output cuts commitments, says minister
Brazil has approved joining OPEC+, marking the country's emergence as a major oil producer just months before it hosts the UN climate conference.
Iran’s embattled energy minister warns of worsening power shortages
Speculation is mounting over Energy Minister Abbas Aliabadi's potential dismissal from President Masoud Pezeshkian’s government after widespread blackouts in Tehran.
Russia says pipeline drone strike set to wipe out up to third of Kazakhstan’s oil exports
Kremlin mouthpiece Medvedev claims Ukrainian attack was designed to harm US economic interests in deliberate move against Trump.
Carter Center's final report backs claims of opposition win in Venezuelan disputed election
The Carter Center has released its final assessment regarding Venezuela’s disputed presidential election held on July 28, 2024, concluding that the process failed to meet international electoral standards.
European leaders clash over peacekeepers in Ukraine at Paris meeting
Argument highlights the lack of consensus on how to respond to US President Donald Trump’s proposed peace talks with Russia, which have kicked off in Riyadh.
AIIB to extend $5bn in infrastructure loans to Turkey
Country is Beijing-based AIIB’s second largest market after India. Turkish finance minister launched charm offensive to attract funds from development banks.
Far-right politician Diana Sosoaca to enter Romanian presidential race
SOS Romania leader Diana Sosoaca makes new attempt to run for presidency after she was barred in 2024 for posing a threat to democracy.