Ukraine War

The dismissal of VEB’s chief economist exposes a widening debate over whether Russia’s wartime growth can survive a prolonged conflict.

Even before entering combat, the brigade attracted attention after reports that approximately 1,700 recruits deserted during a nine-month training program …

Russia signals confidence as Trump-backed ceasefire lowers tensions in Moscow

Energy shock, industrial flight, and $240B in losses reshape Europe’s largest economy

A 16-hour standoff exposes Europe’s political limits as leaders sidestep frozen Russian assets to keep aid flowing to Kyiv

At a Doha forum, the president’s son suggests Washington may withdraw from peace efforts, citing “no incentive” in Kyiv to …