The long-simmering conflict last flared in 2020, when Moscow brokered a cease-fire. Now some wonder what Russia might do next.
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As Crises Mount, Europe Turns Once Again to Big Spending
The standoff with Russia over Ukraine and rising energy prices are rapidly overturning European economic orthodoxy, with barely a peep of dissent.
Facing ‘Putin’s Energy Blackmail,’ Europe Agrees to Cut Russian Gas Use
Holding together despite some nations’ dependence on Russia, the European Union agreed to make voluntary savings mandatory if the Kremlin suddenly decides to turn off the taps over its invasion of Ukraine.
Russia Cuts Gas Flow to Europe, Intensifying Fears It Is Weaponizing Fuel
On the eve of a European Union meeting to debate a gas conservation plan to make the bloc less vulnerable to a Russian squeeze, Moscow slashed the flow to Germany.
With Russian Cutoff Feared, Europeans Are Told to Curb Natural Gas Use
The European Union’s executive branch says member countries must cut consumption by 15 percent between now and the springtime to stave off a major crisis as Russia weaponizes its exports.
With Russian Cutoff Feared, Europeans Are Told to Curb Natural Gas Use
The European Union’s executive branch says member countries must cut consumption by 15 percent between now and the springtime to stave off a major crisis as Russia weaponizes its exports.
At Europe’s Largest Port, Russia Sanctions Meet Their Toughest Test
The Dutch port of Rotterdam and its staff are at the front line of enforcing the European Union’s restrictions on trade with Russia. It’s no easy task.
Ukraine’s prime minister says rebuilding will cost $750 billion.
World leaders are mapping out the monumental effort to restore a war-battered nation.
New Brand of Activist Takes Aim at Ukraine War and Climate Crisis, Together
Led by young women from Eastern Europe, they are cornering Europe’s leaders and pressing them for a total energy embargo on Russia — to end the fighting and to save the planet.
The European Commission recommends E.U. candidacy for Ukraine and Moldova, but not Georgia.
The Commission’s blessing is just the first step on a long road. The final decision will be in the hands of European Union leaders, who will meet June 23 and 24 in Brussels to tackle the thorny question.