Ukraine war imperils wheat, but farmers are in no rush to...
The ongoing conflict between Ukraine and Russia threatens global wheat production, as the two countries traditionally supply a third of global wheat and barley exports. Farmers are cautiously considering planting adjustments, weighing high market prices against increased production costs and agricultural challenges.
UN chief: Don’t let Russia crisis fuel climate destruction.
UN Secretary-General Antonio Guterres cautions that countries rushing to replace Russian energy supplies might inadvertently worsen climate change, calling the current strategy of finding alternative fossil fuels "mutually assured destruction" that could undermine global warming mitigation efforts.
EU slams ‘war crimes’ in Ukraine but new sanctions unlikely
European Union countries accused Russian forces of war crimes in Ukraine, focusing on civilian casualties in Mariupol. German Foreign Minister Baerbock called the attacks on infrastructure "clearly war crimes," while EU foreign policy chief Borrell described the situation as a "massive war crime."
New rules for companies on climate risks proposed by SEC.
WASHINGTON USA: Companies would be required to disclose the greenhouse gas emissions they produce. And how climate risk affects their business under new rules...
Zelenskyy evokes Holocaust as he appeals to Israel for aid.
Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy delivered a powerful speech to Israeli lawmakers, calling for stronger support against Russia's invasion. He drew parallels to the Holocaust and challenged Israel to take a definitive stance by imposing sanctions and providing weapons to Ukraine, emphasizing the urgent need for solidarity.
Boris Johnson: Russian win would bring ‘age of intimidation’
British PM Boris Johnson argues Russia's invasion of Ukraine is a critical turning point, suggesting Putin fears a potential pro-democracy revolution. He emphasizes the importance of preventing Russian success to protect global democratic principles and prevent an "age of intimidation."
High energy costs trigger unrest in parts of Europe.
High energy prices triggered by Russia's war in Ukraine are causing widespread protests across Europe. Spain deployed over 23,000 police to manage trucker strikes, while farmers in France and Greece block highways. The conflict has dramatically increased oil and natural gas costs, straining transportation and agricultural sectors.
UK regulator revokes license of Russia-backed broadcaster RT.
Britain's communications regulator Ofcom has revoked the broadcast license for RT, citing 29 ongoing investigations into the channel's impartiality. The decision follows previous fines and concerns about the broadcaster's state-funded Russian origins and coverage of the Ukraine invasion.
UK regulator revokes license of Russia-backed broadcaster RT.
Britain's communications regulator Ofcom has revoked the license of Russian state-funded broadcaster RT, citing impartiality concerns related to its coverage of the Ukraine invasion. The decision follows 29 ongoing investigations and previous fines for broadcast standards violations, reflecting growing tensions in media representation during the conflict.
Biden’s China ‘pivot’ complicated by Russia’s war in Ukraine.
President Biden aims to refocus US foreign policy on China, but Russia's invasion of Ukraine complicates this strategy. With an upcoming call to Xi Jinping, Biden seeks to navigate the complex geopolitical landscape and manage tensions between the two superpowers.
