Blavatnik holds both U.S. and U.K. citizenship and has generously funded election campaigns for both Democrats and Republicans.
In Germany, a debate has flared up again — one that may seem comical to outsiders, but for Germans touches on questions of culinary honor and cultural identity.
Her trip, organized at the invitation of the celebrated Russian actor and director Vladimir Mashkov, became a notable event for Russia’s cultural and political elite.
Washington has certified a license to export defense equipment and related services worth at least $50 million.
The ceasefire will begin on May 8 and end on May 10, and the Kremlin has said it expects Ukraine to adhere to it as well. Ukraine is pushing for a full ceasefire.
After several years of steady growth, Russia’s economy is rapidly slowing down.
These comments contrast sharply with statements made by Zelensky just a few days earlier.
High inflation, mounting pressure on the ruble, and growing geopolitical risks: why the Bank of Russia is in no hurry to cut interest rates.
Known for its finicky growing conditions and high price — sometimes reaching €20 per kilo — it’s long been a symbol of seasonal elegance.
According to U.S. President Donald Trump, a turning point may be emerging in the protracted conflict between Russia and Ukraine.
This move is part of Meta’s broader initiative to enhance online safety for teenagers.
Since early 2022, amid the war in Ukraine and the wave of sanctions, many assumed Russian tourism in Europe would grind to a halt. However, reality proved otherwise.
The United States has put forward what it calls a “very explicit proposal” to both Ukraine and Russia aimed at resolving the war.
