Hit by spiraling inflation, electricity bills have doubled for households and businesses in only a month.
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How Putin Has Already Weakened Ukraine’s Economy
Flights have been canceled, commercial shipping is threatened, and people fear an invasion is not far off.
Top European Court Rules E.U. Can Freeze Aid to Poland and Hungary
In a landmark decision, the European Court of Justice cleared the way for the bloc to cut billions in aid on the grounds that members are eroding rule-of-law checks and balances.
A World Away From Ukraine, Russia Is Courting Latin America
The Ukraine crisis has revived a struggle over Latin America between the U.S. and Russia, as Vladimir V. Putin seeks greater influence in the region.
Ukrainians Find Common Purpose in Opposing Russia
A trip along the Dnieper River explores what it means to be Ukrainian at a moment of extreme peril, as the country debates Russia’s place in its past, and its future.
Biden Moves to Split $7 Billion in Frozen Afghan Funds
The president intends to use the Afghan central bank’s assets to fund needs in Afghanistan amid a humanitarian disaster, and compensate victims of the Sept. 11, 2001, attacks.
In India, a Bellwether for Narendra Modi as Voters Head to Polls
While many voters say they are concerned about the economy, the prime minister’s party has placed a focus on religion, with often polarizing effects.
A Bellwether for Narendra Modi as India’s Largest State Goes to the Polls
While many voters say they are concerned about the economy, the prime minister’s party has placed a focus on religion, with often polarizing effects.
In Ukraine Crisis, Putin Faces a Stark Choice
Russia can seize control over Ukraine or keep strong economic ties to Europe. It will be hard to do both.
Afghanistan’s Health Care System Is Collapsing Under Stress
Hospitals and clinics are struggling to hold up amid a cash shortage and a vast surge of malnutrition and disease. By one estimate, 90 percent may close in the next few months.