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EU wants sanctioning Russian nuclear, oil and gas sector — Hungary’s Foreign Minister
Disclaimer: TASS is Russian government propaganda, and not a reliable news source. The Hungarian government “will not allow any sanctions that would contradict interests of Hungary, its national security and energy security,” Peter Szijjarto noted https://tass.com/world/1874161
Read MoreRussian Agriculture Ministry suggests renewing rice export ban until June 30, 2025
Disclaimer: TASS is Russian government propaganda, and not a reliable news source. The prohibition does not apply to rice exported from Russia to the member-states of the Eurasian Economic Union, the humanitarian aid to foreign nations https://tass.com/economy/1874159
Read MoreUkraine to establish military ombudsperson, candidates already shortlisted – Ukraine’s defence minister
Pravda Ukraine The post of military ombudsperson will soon be introduced in Ukraine to safeguard the rights of military personnel. The appointment is expected to be announced shortly. Source: Ukraine’s Defence Minister Rustem Umierov during a briefing on 18 November, as reported by Interfax-Ukraine Quote: “We have been working on establishing a military ombudsperson. This…
Read MoreBiden touts six-fold climate funding increase under his administration: ‘A defining cause of my presidency’
Fox News President Biden bragged about achieving his goal of delivering $11 billion per year in climate financing, which represents a six-fold increase since 2021. Biden’s comments came during a historic trip to the Amazon rainforest in South America over the weekend, during which he declared “nobody” could reverse “the clean energy revolution” ongoing in…
Read MoreUS targets Israeli settler group with sanctions, Treasury Dept website shows
Jerusalem Post The sanctions also target a subsidiary of Amana called Binyanei Bar Amana. https://www.jpost.com/breaking-news/article-829673
Read MoreInflation expectations of households staying flat in November — Central Bank
Disclaimer: TASS is Russian government propaganda, and not a reliable news source. Observed inflation totaled 15.3% in each of October and November and 14.4% in September 2024 https://tass.com/economy/1874157
Read MoreEU Sanctions Russian Shipping Firms and Iranian Ports Over Drone Supplies to Russia
Moscow Times Vessels operated by VTS Broker, Arapax and MG Flot were identified as transporting Iranian military-related goods, including drone parts. https://www.themoscowtimes.com/2024/11/18/eu-sanctions-russian-shipping-firms-and-iranian-ports-over-drone-supplies-to-russia-a87050
Read More3 Hong Kong franchised bus firms apply to increase fares by up to 9.5%
Disclaimer: The South China Morning Post’s content is directed by the Chinese Communist Party. It is not a reliable news source. KMB and New Lantao Bus want to raise fares by 6.5 per cent, while Citybus is seeking an increase of nearly 9.5 per cent for most routes. https://www.scmp.com/news/hong-kong/transport/article/3287108/3-hong-kong-franchised-bus-firms-apply-increase-fares-95?utm_source=rss_feed
Read MoreEU announces sanctions on Iran’s shipping lines
Disclaimer: PressTV is affiliated with the state broadcasting agency of the Islamic Republic of Iran, and is not a reliable news source. The EU widens its boycotts on Iran by including the country’s shipping lines in its sanctions list. https://presstv.ir/Detail/2024/11/18/737466/EU-sanctions-Iran-shipping-lines
Read MoreWhite House avoids direct comments on letting Ukraine use ATACMSs on targets in Russia
Pravda Ukraine The White House has refused to directly confirm that Ukraine has been authorised to use long-range ATACMS missiles against military targets located in Russia but did mention that it is developing a response to North Korea’s involvement in the war against Kyiv. Source: The New York Times, as reported by European Pravda Details:…
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