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Mexico’s Imports From Russia Increase By 20% In First Half Of 2022
Latest figures from the Bank of Mexico revealed that Mexico has imported goods worth USD 1.193 billion from Russia, in the first half of 2022 (January to June). During the same period last year, Mexico’s imports from Russia stood at USD 987.6 million. To Mexico, a quarter of all imports of nitrogen, phosphorus and potash fertilisers come from Russia. Mexico also majorly imports rolled steel, synthetic rubber and aluminium.
Tags: International trade, Mexico, Russia, Russian exports, European sanctions
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India Votes Against Russia In UNSC For 1st Time At Procedural Vote On Ukraine
India voted against Russia in a "procedural vote" on Ukraine at the United Nations Security Council on August 24, when the 15-member strong UN body invited Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy to address a meeting via video teleconference. This was India's first vote against Russia on the topic of Ukraine. Zelensky requested that the Russian Federation be held responsible for its activities against Ukraine.
Tags: India, Votes, Russia, UNSC, Ukraine
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US Announces $2.98 Bn Military Aid To Ukraine
Amid the ongoing Russia-Ukraine war, the United States of America has announced military aid of USD 2.98 billion to Ukraine. The announcement has come on the occasion of Ukraine’s Independence Day on August 24, and the aid will include weapons and equipments. Furthermore, Biden congratulated Ukrainians stating, “On behalf of all Americans, I congratulate the people of Ukraine on their Independence Day”.
Tags: Joe BIden, Ukraine, Russia, Independence Day, Volodymyr Zelenskyy, Military Aid
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Russia Evades Possible Terror Attack In India; Nabs Islamic State Suicide Bomber
Russian Federal Security Service (FSB) has arrested a suicide bomber from the Islamic State terror group, informed officials on August 22. Reportedly, the terrorist was plotting an attack in India. The suicide bomber was planning to blow himself up against one of India’s leading politicians. The man was reportedly recruited by IS in Turkey, as a suicide bomber. Further details on the matter are awaited.
Tags: Russia, FSB, India, Islamic State Terrorist Group, Suicide Bomber
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China & Russia To Conduct Joint Military Exercises
China’s People’s Liberation Army (PLA) is scheduled to take part in strategic command and staff exercise Vostok-2022 in Russia, informed China’s Defence Ministry. Also, India, Belarus, Tajikistan and Mongolia will reportedly participate in the exercises. China’s defence ministry further stated that the upcoming event has no relation to the ongoing Russia-Ukraine war. Further details on the matter are awaited.
Tags: China, Russia, Vostok 2022, Joint Military Exercises, India
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US Defends India's Policy Choices Amid Ukraine Conflict
The Unites States appeared to be supporting India's foreign decisions in the midst of Ukraine war, stating that it will take a long time for nations with longstanding links to Moscow to realign their foreign policy. US State Department spokesperson Ned Price made these comments addressing a question on US "failure" to isolate Russia. Despite rising sanctions on Moscow, India continues to interact with Russia on a variety of subjects.
Tags: USA, Russia, India, Ukraine conflict, Moscow
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Taiwan Thanks India For Support Amid China Tensions, Continues To Strengthen Defence
Amid the raging tensions between China and Taiwan, Taiwan has conveyed its hearty thanks to India for support. Also, Taiwan stated that it will continue to strengthen the country's defence capabilities, while maintaining close coordination with like-minded nations. Notably, Taiwan's list of like-minded nations include India and 50 other counties. The tensions erupted between the China and Taiwan after US House of Representatives' speaker… read-more
Tags: China, Taiwan, nancy pelosi, India, Russia
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Ukraine President Zelenskyy Calls For Blanket Travel Ban Against Russia
Ukraine president Volodymyr Zelenskyy has urged the western countries to impose a blanket travel ban against Russia. While the idea was welcomed by some nations, it angered Moscow. The proposal came in an interview with the Washington Post. Zelenskyy then stated that the sanctions imposed against Russia on February 24 were too weak. "Whichever… read-more
Tags: Ukraine, Volodymyr Zelenskyy, travel ban, Russia, Vladimir Putin
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Russia Bombs Ukraine's Kropynytskyi; 5 Dead & 25 Injured
Amid the ongoing Russian invasion of Ukraine, the central Ukrainian city of Kropyvnytskyi was bombed by Russian troops on July 28. Reportedly, a missile strike was launched on a flight school. The incident has claimed the lives of at least five persons, and left 25 others injured. However, an official statement from Russia on the matter is highly awaited.
Tags: Ukraine, Cardiff, Russia, Missile Strike
Courtesy: Hindustan Times
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Russia Bombs Cultural Centre In Ukraine's Kharkiv
Ukraine's Kharkiv region has been bombarded by Russian troops. The Chuhuyiv town has been destroyed, with several reportedly dead. Furthermore, Russian troops bombarded the cultural centre where various residents of Ukraine were stationed. This resulted in the collapse of the building, and various people buried in the debris. Reportedly, three people have been rescued from the rubble, and further details are awaited.
Tags: Russia, Ukraine, Kharkiv, Chuhuyiv Town, World War Three
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