Dark
Light

World - Page 4

Lavrov: 97% Of BRICS Trade Now Settled In National Currencies

Russian Foreign Minister Sergey Lavrov says 97% of Russia’s trade with countries and blocs including BRICS, the Shanghai Cooperation Organisation (SCO) and the Eurasian Economic Union is now conducted using national currencies. Speaking about efforts to reduce dependence on the U.S. dollar,
September 11, 2026

Russian coal exports to South Korea hit three-year high

Russian coal exports to South Korea have surged to their highest level in three years, highlighting a significant shift in Seoul’s energy sourcing as it seeks to strengthen power supply security amid disruptions in global energy markets. South Korea imported approximately 12.5
August 24, 2026

Russia, South Sudan Mark 15 Years of Diplomatic Relations

Russia and South Sudan have reaffirmed their commitment to strengthening bilateral relations as the two countries mark the 15th anniversary of the establishment of diplomatic ties. On August 22, Russian Foreign Minister Sergey Lavrov and South Sudan’s Minister of Foreign Affairs and
August 24, 2026

Iran, China Can Help Build Fairer Global Order, Araghchi Says

Iranian Foreign Minister Abbas Araghchi has said Iran and China have significant potential to contribute to the emergence of a fairer international order while strengthening multilateralism, peace and global stability. Araghchi said closer cooperation between Tehran and Beijing could play an increasingly
August 24, 2026

Zelenskyy: Wartime Elections Would Tear Ukraine Apart

Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy has said holding elections under Ukraine’s current wartime conditions would be impossible, warning that a nationwide vote could destabilize the country and deepen divisions. Speaking to reporters on Sunday, Zelenskyy said his immediate priority was ending the war
August 24, 2026

Tanzania faces ICC dilemma amid US sanctions

The latest decision by the United States to impose sanctions on senior officials of the International Criminal Court (ICC) has renewed an important debate in Tanzania over the country’s relationship with the court and the broader implications of aligning itself with international
August 20, 2026

Trump Suspends 50% Tariffs Against Canada

U.S. President Donald Trump has suspended plans to impose 50% tariffs on Canadian imports, easing immediate trade tensions between the United States and Canada. The decision comes amid ongoing discussions between Washington and Ottawa over trade, economic cooperation and bilateral relations. Trump
August 20, 2026