Russia

Tariff policies and plans by the Trump administration are not being well received by many consumers in the U.S. and people around the world. A British billionaire is the latest to speak out on the negative impact the tariffs could have on global economics. What Happened: Billionaire Richard Branson...

Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy has accused Russia of violating its declared Easter ceasefire, citing continued military activities. What Happened: Zelenskyy revealed that Russian forces were persisting in their efforts to advance and inflict damage on Ukraine, despite Moscow’s...

President Donald Trump has signaled a potential end to efforts in mediating peace between Russia and Ukraine, stating that the U.S. may “take a pass” on further negotiations if either side proves unwilling to compromise. BBC reports that Trump emphasized urgency during remarks in the...

President Donald Trump and Secretary of State Marco Rubio have given an ultimatum for the ongoing Russia-Ukraine peace talks, stating that the U.S. will abandon efforts unless significant progress is made in the coming days. What Happened: On Friday, Trump and Rubio expressed frustration over the...

Russia is exploring the creation of its own stablecoins following the recent freeze of digital wallets linked to Russian entities, which held large amounts of the USDT (CRYPTO: USDT) stablecoin. What Happened: A senior Finance Ministry official indicated that such an initiative could help maintain...

In a plea to President Donald Trump, American entrepreneur Leonid Smirnov has sought intervention in the Russian seizure of his $200 million canned food business, Glavprodukt. What Happened: Smirnov, who fears his company is being systematically dismantled under Russian “temporary management...

The United States has agreed to restore Russia's access to the world market for agricultural and fertilizer exports in the latest push for a full ceasefire agreement between Ukraine and Russia. The news is dragging down several fertilizer stocks and could see Russian oligarchs who faced previous...

The past week has been a whirlwind of news, with the Trump administration making headlines on multiple fronts. From a shake-up in the education sector to controversial deportation practices, the administration’s actions have sparked widespread discussion. Let’s dive into the top stories...

The 2024 year may be one for Americans to forget with a divided nation thanks to a contentious presidential election cycle. That political divide may have weighed into the recent world country rankings, where the U.S. hit a new low. What Happened: While many investors may have been happy in 2024...

As the week drew to a close, the business world was buzzing with a series of impactful stories. From Elon Musk’s concerns over tariffs to escalating trade tensions and the looming threat of a government shutdown, there was no shortage of headlines to keep investors on their toes. Tesla,...

Russia has started employing cryptocurrencies such as Bitcoin (CRYPTO: BTC) and Ethereum (CRYPTO: ETH) to manage a growing segment of its oil transactions with China and India, sidestepping Western sanctions, according to a Reuters report. These deals, handled through middlemen, convert local...

Russian President Vladimir Putin said Thursday that Russia agrees with the idea of a ceasefire plan backed by Ukraine but emphasized the need for further negotiations, including a possible call with President Donald Trump to “discuss it together.” What Happened: Putin and Belarus...

The United States has lifted its pause on intelligence sharing and resumed security assistance to Ukraine following Ukraine’s acceptance of a U.S.-proposed 30-day ceasefire plan, according to a joint statement released Tuesday. However, an influential Russian lawmaker quickly rejected...

Markets bounced back in early afternoon trading Tuesday as Ukraine signaled its readiness to accept a U.S.-backed proposal for a 30-day ceasefire, an agreement that could be extended if both sides comply. While the plan still hinges on Russia's acceptance, investors saw the development as a step...

A new report from wireless threat intelligence technology company Bastille identifies the top wireless-enabled threats that could impact the surge in demand for cybersecurity platforms and stocks. Top Wireless-Enabled Threats in 2025: The new list of the top threats in 2025 includes state-sponsored...