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Europe
EU Eyes Stricter Rules to Curb Russian Gas After 2027 Ban
Bloomberg reports proposed changes will force importers to give national authorities “unambiguous evidence” that their gas supplies were not produced in Russia, amid fears Moscow will sidestep a ban.
Sept. 2, 2025
Ukraine
Ukraine Plans to Launch New War Risk Insurance Program
Ukraine plans a war risk insurance program to protect property, support businesses, and attract investment during the ongoing war.
Sept. 2, 2025
Business
Kyivstar’s Value Rises 20% Since Nasdaq Listing – CEO
CEO Oleksandr Komarov calls the rise a historic milestone for Ukraine’s economy as the firm plans to grow despite war and tough conditions.
Aug. 30, 2025
Russia
North Korea’s Economic Surge from Supplying Russia’s War in Ukraine
North Korea’s economy grew 3.7% in 2024, the fastest annual pace of growth in eight years, driven by Pyongyang’s expanding economic and military ties with Russia.
Aug. 30, 2025
Odesa
Ukraine Wants to Sell Odesa Portside Plant for $108 Million
The state-owned factory specializing in production of ammonia and carbamide has been languishing for years – only supplying oxygen and nitrogen for Ukraine’s critical needs during wartime.
Aug. 27, 2025
Putin
‘White House Really Wanted to Put Out a Headline’ – Russia, US Quietly Talk Energy Deals During Ukraine Peace Push
The discussions centered on ExxonMobil’s potential return to the Sakhalin-1 oil and gas project in Russia’s Far East and the sale of American equipment for Russian liquefied natural gas ventures.
Aug. 26, 2025
Russia
India’s Richest Man Reportedly Made €724M From Russian Oil – and Helped Fuel Putin’s War
According to multiple reports, India’s Reliance Industries, led by billionaire Mukesh Ambani, made €724 million from Russian oil in 2024-25, emerging as a key hub propping up Putin’s war machine.
Aug. 26, 2025
Economy
Ukraine Faces 50% International Financing Gap Over Next Two Years
As Russia’s war enters its fourth year, Ukraine is funding defense from its own budget as international aid covers only half of the $74.8 billion needed for 2026–27.
Aug. 23, 2025
Kremlin Insists Economy Is Stable as Budget Deficit Hits $80B
The Kremlin says Russia’s macroeconomic stability is “absolutely secured,” even as its budget deficit surpasses $80 billion (approximately €70 billion) and oil prices tumble to around $65 per barrel (roughly $1.55 per gallon or €0.38 per liter).
June 23, 2026
