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Why The Oil Price Won’t Affect Ukraine War Negotiations
While some analysts believe lower oil prices could force Russia to make concessions during negotiations to end the Ukraine conflict, there are several reasons why this may have a limited impact on the Kremlin’s negotiating position. For one thing, Russia is far less dependent on oil revenues than it used to be while higher gold prices bolster the Kremlin’s financial position. After US President Donald Trump announced his shocking "Liberation Day" tariffs, oil prices experienc
Jun 3, 20254 min read


The Nord Stream Mystery
The Nord Stream pipeline explosion has all the ingredients of a classic whodunnit. Opening with a mysterious incident, limited...
Mar 10, 20234 min read


Minsk Deal Deception Hinders Ukraine Peace Settlement
The Bush administration’s lie about Iraq possessing weapons of mass destruction was not the first time an untruth precipitated an...
Jan 4, 20234 min read


Could India Bring Peace to Ukraine?
The rise of BRICS has become increasingly visible in global affairs with non-Western countries beginning to take a leading role in...
Dec 8, 20224 min read


China’s Peace Plan For Ukraine
China’s proposed peace settlement for the Ukraine crisis has been dismissed in Western capitals. But why? The proposal includes respect...
Dec 8, 20224 min read
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