China is likely to cut its benchmark policy rate next month, economists say, after PBOC keeps LPR steady
The PBOC has in recent months sought to defend the yuan as it faces downward pressure amid threats of higher tariffs.
Day: February 20, 2025
Trump Flips the Script on the Ukraine War, Blaming Zelensky Not Putin
As he seeks to negotiate a peace deal with Moscow, President Trump is rewriting the history of Russia’s invasion of its neighbor.
‘Guess They Were Trying To Get Somebody Else Elected’: Trump Questions $21 Million Fund Earmarked By Biden Admin For India Voter Turnout
Donald Trump has publicly criticised the Biden administration’s allocation of $21 million to support voter turnout initiatives in India, questioning the necessity of such funding. Speaking at the FII PRIORITY Summit in Miami, he remarked, "Why do we need to spend $21 million on voter turnout in India? I guess they were trying to get somebody else elected". Trump emphasised that this expenditure
Meeting again in Paris, European leaders try to recalibrate after Trump sides with Russia
The hastily called gathering was part of a flurry of diplomacy expected to center on Ukraine this week as Trump officials prepare to start talks with Russia on their own.
Ukraine war briefing: Russian attacks darken Odesa, Kupiansk hit by deadly bombing
Ukrainian drone strike 700km across border takes Russian refinery out of service; EU prepares to step up military aid. What we know on 1,093 Continue reading…
Hegseth directs Pentagon to find $50 billion in cuts this year to fund Trump military priorities
Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth has directed the military services to identify $50 billion in programs that could be cut next year in order to redirect those savings to fund President Donald Trump’s priorities.
‘I cried for days’: Office raids and arrests shock aid workers in Yemen
Humanitarian workers fear the detention of staff and cuts in funding will be a “death sentence” for Yemenis.
‘I cried for days’: Office raids and arrests shock aid workers in Yemen
Humanitarian workers fear the detention of staff and cuts in funding will be a “death sentence” for Yemenis.
British boots on the ground: What could a UK-Europe force in Ukraine look like?
British and other European troops could be deployed to Ukrainian cities, ports and nuclear power plants to help secure the peace following any ceasefire deal with Russia, western officials have said.
Brazilians hail strength of democracy as Bolsonaro is called to account
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