Fearing Trump’s desertion, Baltics bolstering defenses
With Donald Trump leading in many of the polls for the upcoming US presidential election, his comments about global security and foreign policy have to be taken seriously.
Asian news from Ukraine
Democracies should keep their nerve against dictators
My fellow Briton, Sir Winston Churchill, was especially famous for his wartime leadership but today his name is often seen as the source of a pithy quotation about political systems. “Democracy is the worst form of government,” he said, “except for all those other forms that have been tried from time to time.”
‘Maximally pragmatic’: How Central Asia navigates Russia’s war on Ukraine
Most leaders tread a careful line to avoid conflict as Moscow tries to uphold its relevance in a vast neighbourhood.
EU’s West needs to listen to the East on Ukraine
It’s rare for the words of Lithuanian government officials to make the top of the news outside the country. Lithuania’s views aren’t even a top priority among its allies. But perhaps it’s time that changed.
Ukraine war updates: U.S. reportedly urges Kyiv to cease strikes on Russian oil refineries; Ukraine receives overseas assistance after energy grid hit
This is CNBC's live blog tracking developments on the war in Ukraine. See below for the latest updates.
Europe dangerously deluded on Ukraine’s lost war
Europe is facing defeat in Ukraine as its policies on the war go sideways. Europe’s approach is increasingly unreflective of the growing reality on the ground while growing efforts to punish Russia and promote sending troops to Ukraine appear counterproductive.
Smaller climate startups face 'valley of death' as funding freezes up. This VC just raised $325 million to help
Venture capital firm World Fund said Friday it's closed a 300 million euro ($325 million) fund to back startups tackling climate change.
Paths open to possible de-escalation of military and economic tension
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