EU Promises to , Double Military Aid , for Ukraine.
'The Guardian' reports that
the European Union has promised to
double its military aid program for Ukraine.
.
According to European Commission President
Ursula von der Leyen, the EU will train an additional 15,000 soldiers
as part of its effort to show ongoing support for Ukraine.
According to European Commission President
Ursula von der Leyen, the EU will train an additional 15,000 soldiers
as part of its effort to show ongoing support for Ukraine.
Von der Leyen also announced that the EU will put in place
a tenth package of sanctions against Russia by the anniversary of Russia's invasion of Ukraine, February 24.
Von der Leyen also announced that the EU will put in place
a tenth package of sanctions against Russia by the anniversary of Russia's invasion of Ukraine, February 24.
We are making Putin
pay for his atrocious war, Ursula von der Leyen,
European Commission president,
via 'The Guardian'.
We are making Putin
pay for his atrocious war, Ursula von der Leyen,
European Commission president,
via 'The Guardian'.
Today Russia is paying a heavy price as
our sanctions are eroding its economy,
throwing it back by a generation, Ursula von der Leyen,
European Commission president,
via 'The Guardian'.
Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy
stressed the need for a joint effort to curb
Russia's circumvention of sanctions.
The more we do it, the closer we will
be to defeat of Russian aggression, Volodymyr Zelenskyy , President of Ukraine, via 'The Guardian'.
'The Guardian' reports that Von der Leyen
also reiterated the EU's intention to , "keep on turning up the pressure.".
The EU plans to cap the price of Russian
petroleum products as part of a G7 plan
to restrict the Kremlin's oil revenues.
.
'The Guardian' reports that
the EU's 27 member states have yet
to agree on the latest proposed oil cap.
.
'The Guardian' reports that
the EU's 27 member states have yet
to agree on the latest proposed oil cap.
Microsoft's $69 Billion Takeover of Activision , Takes Another Step Toward Approval.
Microsoft's $69 Billion Takeover of Activision , Takes Another Step Toward Approval.
'Bloomberg' reports that Microsoft's chances of gaining approval for its acquisition of Activision Blizzard increased after U.K. regulators reduced the scope of their probe.
According to the Competition and Markets Authority (CMA),
"a significant amount" of new evidence
suggests that Microsoft is unlikely to profit
from exclusive access to top-selling franchises. .
As one of the 30-largest acquisitions of all time, Microsoft's
proposed takeover of Activision Blizzard has come
under scrutiny in both the United States and Europe.
As one of the 30-largest acquisitions of all time, Microsoft's
proposed takeover of Activision Blizzard has come
under scrutiny in both the United States and Europe.
On March 24, the CMA argued that data
suggests the strategy of selling off 'Call of Duty' , “would be significantly loss-making
under any plausible scenario.” .
The CMA's probe will now reportedly
be narrowed to cloud gaming, echoing
similar decisions made in the European Union. .
In response to the news, Activision shares
climbed about 6% as the U.S. market
opened, reaching $84.58.
We appreciate the CMA’s rigorous
and thorough evaluation of
the evidence and welcome
its updated provisional findings. , Microsoft spokesperson, via 'Bloomberg'.
'Bloomberg' reports that Activision has also
defended the acquisition, emphasizing that
U.K. regulators' concerns have been addressed. .
Sony’s campaign to protect
its dominance by blocking our
merger can’t overcome the facts,
and Microsoft has already presented effective and enforceable remedies
to address each of the CMA’s
remaining concerns. , Activision spokesperson, via 'Bloomberg'.
We know this deal will benefit
competition, innovation,
and consumers in the U.K, Activision spokesperson, via 'Bloomberg'
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European Commission President Ursula von der Leyen attended a German cabinet meeting just days after a decision on phasing out combustion engines in Europe was postponed because of Berlin's demands
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Former prime minister Boris Johnson is asked whether he would back his successor's 'Windsor Framework' agreed with European Commissioner Ursula von der Leyen on Monday. Report by Alibhaiz. Like us on Facebook at http://www.facebook.com/itn and follow us on Twitter at http://twitter.com/itn
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Prime Minister Rishi Sunak has announced a "decisive breakthrough" on post-Brexit rules will remove trade barriers for Northern Ireland and give the UK a "veto" on EU law.
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New Zealand to Ban TikTok , on Government Devices.
'The Guardian' reports that New Zealand's parliament members were made aware
of the development on March 17.
They were informed via email that
"the Service has determined that the
risks are not acceptable in the current
New Zealand parliament environment.".
The decision to block the TikTok application has been made based on our own analysis and following discussion with our colleagues across government and internationally, Email to New Zealand parliament members, via 'The Guardian'.
On advice from our cyber security experts, Parliamentary Service has informed members and staff the app TikTok will be removed from all
devices with access to the
parliamentary network, Email to New Zealand parliament members, via 'The Guardian'.
New Zealand's decision comes after the European Commission, Canada, U.S. and U.K. have implemented similar bans.
Concerns about the China-owned app
have been mounting for some time.
Concerns about the China-owned app
have been mounting for some time.
Critics speculate that the
data gathered by TikTok's billion users
could be accessed by the Chinese state.
Critics speculate that the
data gathered by TikTok's billion users
could be accessed by the Chinese state.
It is also feared that the app's algorithm could be manipulated to push pro-China content.
TikTok has repeatedly denied such claims and says that if it was ever asked for data by the Chinese government, it would refuse
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The British Prime Minister's plans to crack down on illegal immigration must comply with international law. That's the verdict of the EU Commission and interior ministers meeting in Brussels.
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Chinese President Xi Jinping's recent visit to Moscow looks like tacit backing for Vladimir Putin's invasion of Ukraine yet China thinks it can be a broker for peace between the two countries
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4 , Takeaways From Xi and Putin’s , Talks in Moscow.
Chinese leader Xi Jinping's three-day visit with Russian President Vladimir Putin ended on March 22.
Chinese leader Xi Jinping's three-day visit with Russian President Vladimir Putin ended on March 22.
CNN reports that the meeting resulted in over a dozen agreements between the two countries.
Here are five key takeaways from their talks.
1. , No path forward on
resolving conflict in Ukraine.
According to a statement by China's
Foreign Ministry, both leaders said , actions that "increase tensions" and "prolong" war
need to stop but did not acknowledge that Russia's aggression was the catalyst of continued violence.
According to a statement by China's
Foreign Ministry, both leaders said , actions that "increase tensions" and "prolong" war
need to stop but did not acknowledge that Russia's aggression was the catalyst of continued violence.
2. , The two countries want to
form a new world order.
International relations expert Alexander Korolev says that the leaders' joint statement , identified "the United States as a major security threat"
and displayed an "overall convergence of Chinese
and Russian world views and approaches
to many international issues.".
International relations expert Alexander Korolev says that the leaders' joint statement , identified "the United States as a major security threat"
and displayed an "overall convergence of Chinese
and Russian world views and approaches
to many international issues.".
3. , "Military mutual trust" was reaffirmed.
Xi and Putin are concerned about NATO's , "continuous strengthening of military-security ties with Asia-Pacific countries." They "oppose external military forces undermining regional peace and stability.".
Xi and Putin are concerned about NATO's , "continuous strengthening of military-security ties with Asia-Pacific countries." They "oppose external military forces undermining regional peace and stability.".
4. , A boost to the economy
and energy was discussed.
In addition to Putin wanting China to replace "Western enterprises," the leaders said they , "will build a closer energy partnership, supporting companies from both countries in advancing cooperation projects in oil, gas, coal, electricity and nuclear energy.".
In addition to Putin wanting China to replace "Western enterprises," the leaders said they , "will build a closer energy partnership, supporting companies from both countries in advancing cooperation projects in oil, gas, coal, electricity and nuclear energy."
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Ukraine President Volodymyr Zelenskyy visited the eastern city of Kherson as he continued his tour of areas that have felt the brunt of Russia's illegal invasion.
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Watch: President Volodymyr Zelenskyy participated in a ceremony honouring Ukrainian soldiers who died liberating the village of Moshchun from Russian occupiers
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Members of the G7 reaffirmed their commitment to Ukraine and the war of aggression it is fighting. All seven countries pledged to continue to support Kyiv financially and with arms, while continuing on the path of sanctions against Moscow.
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US Announces $2B More , in Security Aid to Ukraine.
Reuters reports that White House National Security Adviser Jake Sullivan made the announcement on Feb. 23.
We're going to continue to look at what is necessary, and make sure that we provide what is necessary that Ukraine has what it needs to succeed on the battlefield, Jake Sullivan, White House National Security Adviser, via statement.
We're going to continue to look at what is necessary, and make sure that we provide what is necessary that Ukraine has what it needs to succeed on the battlefield, Jake Sullivan, White House National Security Adviser, via statement.
The announcement comes as Russia's
invasion was launched one year ago.
The announcement comes as Russia's
invasion was launched one year ago.
Associated Press reports that in a statement on Feb. 24,
the Pentagon said weapons that will be provided include drones and electronic warfare detection equipment.
Associated Press reports that in a statement on Feb. 24,
the Pentagon said weapons that will be provided include drones and electronic warfare detection equipment.
The aid also includes funds for more "ammunition for the High Mobility Artillery Rocket Systems" and laser-guided rocket systems, AP reports.
Reuters reports that Sullivan was also asked about Ukraine requesting U.S. F-16 fighter jets.
F-16s are not a question for the short-term fight. F-16s are a question for the long-term defense of Ukraine, Jake Sullivan, White House National Security Adviser, via statement.
A new round of sanctions
was also imposed by the G7 nations.
G7 countries will continue to keep Russia’s sovereign assets immobilized until there is a resolution to the conflict that addresses Russia’s violation of Ukraine’s sovereignty and integrity, White House, via statement.
AP reports that the U.S. has pledged over $32 billion in security aid to Ukraine since Putin attacked
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US Announces , New Round
of Sanctions , on Russia.
Fox News reports that the United States is hitting Russia
with a fresh round of sanctions aimed at undermining the country's ability to continue its war on Ukraine.
Fox News reports that the United States is hitting Russia
with a fresh round of sanctions aimed at undermining the country's ability to continue its war on Ukraine.
The U.S. Treasury Department announced
the new sanctions on Feb. 24, which include Russia's metals and mining sector. .
G7 partners and other allies aim to hinder Russia's access
to the funds, resources and technology that its
military relies on to sustain its invasion of Ukraine.
G7 partners and other allies aim to hinder Russia's access
to the funds, resources and technology that its
military relies on to sustain its invasion of Ukraine.
Fox News reports that the sanctions
target over 200 individuals
and entities linked to Russia. .
The sanctions apply to producers of
carbon fiber, a crucial material for
the production of defense systems.
Also targeted by the new sanctions is Russia's technology
and electronics sectors, specifically producers and
importers of specialized or high-tech equipment.
As the Ukrainian people continue to valiantly
defend their homeland and their freedom,
the United States is proud to support
Ukraine through economic, security,
and humanitarian assistance, Janet L. Yellen, Secretary of the Treasury, via Fox News.
Over the past year, we have taken actions
with a historic coalition of international
partners to degrade Russia’s
military-industrial complex and reduce
the revenues that it uses to fund its war. , Janet L. Yellen, Secretary of the Treasury, via Fox News.
Our sanctions have had both short-term
and long-term impact, seen acutely in
Russia’s struggle to replenish its
weapons and in its isolated economy. , Janet L. Yellen, Secretary of the Treasury, via Fox News.
On February 24, the Defense Department also announced
a new $2 billion aid package for Ukraine, including artillery
ammunition and equipment to bolster air defenses.
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