Tag: Embargoes and Sanctions

In Clash With U.S. Over Ukraine, Putin Has a Lifeline From China

In Clash With U.S. Over Ukraine, Putin Has a Lifeline From China

BEIJING — As the United States moves to exert maximal pressure on Russia over fears of a Ukraine invasion, the…

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Myanmar Is Mired in Conflict and Chaos a Year After a Coup

Myanmar Is Mired in Conflict and Chaos a Year After a Coup

In the days after the military in Myanmar seized power on Feb. 1 last year, millions of people took to…

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North Korea’s Latest Missile Test Appears to Be Its Boldest in Years

North Korea’s Latest Missile Test Appears to Be Its Boldest in Years

SEOUL — North Korea on Sunday carried out what appeared to be its boldest ballistic missile test in years, raising…

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What Does Russia Want in Ukraine? The Tensions Explained

What Does Russia Want in Ukraine? The Tensions Explained

It feels like a scene from the Cold War.An unpredictable Russian president amassing thousands of troops on the border of…

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Where Is Germany in the Ukraine Standoff? Its Allies Wonder.

Where Is Germany in the Ukraine Standoff? Its Allies Wonder.

BERLIN — The United States and its NATO allies are moving to bulk up their military commitments in the Baltics…

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Britain Pursues More Muscular Role in Standoff With Russia on Ukraine

Britain Pursues More Muscular Role in Standoff With Russia on Ukraine

LONDON — Britain seized the world’s attention on Saturday by accusing President Vladimir V. Putin of plotting to install a…

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