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EU Issues Fresh Sanctions Against Russia, Bans Gold Originating From Russia
The European Union (EU) has issued a new set of sanctions against Russia amid the ongoing Russia-Ukraine war. With this, Gold originated from Russia is now banned. Purchase, import and transfer of Gold which originated from Russia is banned. It also includes jewellery. "It is up to Russia to stop bombing Ukraine's fields and silos, and stop blocking Black Sea ports," said Josep Borrel, High Representative for Foreign Affairs.
Tags: Russia, Ukraine, EU Sanctions, Russian Gold Banned, NATO
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Tennis Player Daria Kasatkina Comes Out As Gay, Attacks Russia's Stance On Homosexuality
Daria Kasatkina, the top tennis player in Russia, has discussed her sexual orientation and criticized the nation's attitude toward homosexuality. During a talk with Russian blogger Vitya Kravchenko, the 25-year-old, Daria Kasatkina made it known that she is a lesbian and had a partner named Natalia Zabiiako. "Living in peace with yourself is the only thing that matters," she said.
Tags: Tennis PLayer, gay, Daria Kasatkina, Homosexuality, Russia
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Sri Lanka Willing To Purchase Fuel From Russia Amid Energy Crisis
Amid the ongoing energy crisis in Sri Lanka, the island nation's Power and Energy minister Kanchana Wijesekara said that Lanka is in talks with Russia for the purchase of fuel. "We have made requests to many countries," he said. He also said that India is the only country that is currently providing a credit line to Sri Lanka. Meanwhile, Russia is selling fuel at discounted costs due to western sanctions.
Tags: Sri Lanka, Energy Crisis, Economic crisis, Russia, Crude Oil
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US Sanctions $100 MN To Train Ukrainian Troops On American Jets
The United States of America has extended its military support to Ukraine by sanctioning $100 million in funding to train Ukrainian troops in using US jets. This has come after repeated requests from Ukraine for new fighter jets like F-16. Ukraine is likely to eventually evolve out of Soviet equipments and make a shift to the western military equipments.
Tags: Russia, Ukraine, USA, NATO, F-16 Jets
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Russia Reports First Case Of Monkeypox Virus; Patient Recently Returned From Europe
Russia has officially detected its first of Monkeypox Virus, on July 12. Reportedly, the patient is a young male, who recently returned from Europe. Reportedly, the patient showed mild symptoms, which included a rash, and is now isolated. WHO in the last week of June, stated that Monkeypox outbreak is not a global health concern currently, however, to control further spread of the virus "intense response efforts" must be taken.
Tags: Monkeypox, Russia, Moscow, WHO, Smallpox
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HTC Introduces Android Tablet A101 In Russia, Features 10 Inch LCD Screen
HTC unveiled the HTC A101, an Android tablet. It has a 10-inch IPS LCD screen and a 7,000 mAh battery. The smartphone is powered by Unisoc's T618 SoC, which is combined with 8GB RAM and 128GB of additional storage via microSD. A 3.5mm headphone jack is also included with the tablet. In Russia, HTC sells this tablet for RUB 19,890 (USD 361) and offers it in grey and silver colors.
Tags: HTC, tablet, Russia, Ram, Storage, Features
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Ukraine Crisis 'Sounded An Alarm' For Humanity, Says Chinese President Xi Jinping
Speaking at the opening of a virtual business forum at the BRICS countries, Chinese President Xi Jinping said that the conflict in Ukraine "has sounded an alarm for the humanity". The statement came while China continues to assume a position of neutrality. But on the flip side, China continues to not criticise the war in Ukraine, not call it an invasion. Meanwhile, Russia has become China's largest supplier of oil.
Tags: China, Ukraine, Russia, BRICS, Xi Jinping
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PM Modi To Join Virtual BRICS Summit To Discuss Russia's Attack On Ukraine
Prime Minister Narendra Modi will attend a virtual summit of the five-nation organization BRICS, which will include Chinese President Xi Jinping and Russian President Vladimir Putin on June 23 and 24. The virtual conference takes place in the context of global uncertainty sparked by Russia's invasion of Ukraine. BRICS (Brazil, Russia, India, China, and South Africa) is a forum for discussing and debating issues that affect all emerging… read-more
Tags: BRICS Summit, PM Narendra Modi, China, Brazil, Russia
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Russia Becomes Largest Supplier Of Crude Oil To China Surpassing Saudi Arabia
China has seemingly started to make use of Russia's discounted crude oil prices, as Russia became China's largest supplier of oil, overtaking Saudi Arabia. Amid western sanctions against the Russian invasion of Ukraine, Russia discounted the prices of its crude oil. As per data, China has imported 8.42 million metric tons of crude oil in May, which is 55% more than the previous year.
Tags: China, Russia, Western Sanctions, Crude Oil, Ukraine
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Lithuania Bans Transit Of Russian Goods; Putin Warns Of Serious Consequences
Russian president Vladimir Putin has issued a chilling warning to Lithuania. The warning came after Lithuania banned the transit of Russian goods to Kaliningrad, sanctioned by the European Union. Russia stated that serious measures will be taken to protect the national interest. This is the first time Russia has issued a direct warning to a NATO member, since the beginning of the Russian invasion of Ukraine.
Tags: Russia, Ukraine, Lithuania, European Union, Western Sanctions
Courtesy: Hindustan Times
