Eras of grievances between the two countries are giving way under the pressure of global changes, and with help from a personal outreach approach by both leaders.
Tag: Embargoes and Sanctions
South Africa Allowed Russian Plane Under U.S. Sanctions to Land at Base
The move could increase tensions between South Africa and the United States as it moves to isolate Moscow over the war in Ukraine.
Your Tuesday Briefing: Marcos at the White House
Also, Russian attacks across Ukraine.
Your Tuesday Briefing: Marcos at the White House
Also, Russian attacks across Ukraine.
Pope Returns to Hungary, to Delight of Viktor Orban
Francis wants to “re-embrace” Hungarian Christians, but some worry that the visit gives political cover to the country’s leader, who is on the opposite side of nearly every issue important to the pontiff.
Your Friday Briefing: Russia’s Crumbling Gas Exports
Also, President Yoon’s address to Congress and Australia’s shift on New Zealand.
Russia’s Technocrats Embraced the West, Then Enabled Putin’s War
The expertise of economic officials who continue to work in the government has helped President Vladimir Putin largely keep the economy afloat in the face of Western sanctions.
As Gaza Celebrates Eid, a Gift for Women — and a Duty for Men
Palestinian Muslims give the eidiya — a gift of money — to female relatives and children on the Eid that marks the end of Ramadan. It is a revered tradition but one that can come with a heavy price.
Russia Is Importing Western Weapons Technology, Bypassing Sanctions
Western technology goods are winding up in Russian missiles, raising questions about the efficacy of sanctions.
E.U. Cries Foul as Poland and Hungary Ban Ukraine Grain Imports
The European Union lifted tariffs on Ukrainian grain last year. But farmers say they are suffering from a glut of produce in Europe.