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EU arms supply thinking evolves alongside Ukraine war
As Ukraine braces for a focused Russian offensive in the east, EU leaders are heeding its pleas for weapons
UkraineChina unable to fix Russia’s energy problems
Russia cannot compensate for a potential European embargo on gas by turning swiftly to China
RussiaAfghan Taliban hope Moscow embassy adds to credibility
The Taliban now have a functioning embassy in Moscow, though their government remains unrecognised
AfghanistanMoldova seeks closer EU ties due to Ukraine war risks
Instead of publicly expressing fears about Russia's intentions, Moldovan leaders are swiftly strengthening EU ties
MoldovaHigh food prices will impede economic development
Food prices rose by a record 12.6% month-on-month in March, led by surging prices for oils and cereals
InternationalRussia will ignore mounting pressure on war crimes
After being suspended from the UN Human Rights Council, Russia claimed it was leaving of its own accord
RussiaRussia issue will complicate Indonesia’s G20 plans
Several members of the G20, under Jakarta’s presidency this year, want Moscow expelled from the group
IndonesiaRussia appears unwilling to honour dollar debt payment
The Russian authorities appear intent on offering creditors payment in rubles for sovereign debt fixed in dollars
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