Ukraine holds at 15.5% as Russia’s rate swings
Ukraine’s central bank voted 10-1 to hold its key rate at 15.5%.
China: “Correct mistakes” after Zelenskyy announces sanctions on Chinese nationals
Beijing vows to “resolutely safeguard” citizens helping Russia’s war machine.
No receipts in Nice: France detains Ukraine’s ex-prosecutor over gold bars and luxury watches
Piskun couldn’t explain €1 million in assets at his Nice villa.
Russia’s 2026 outlook: war spending climbs as reserves drain
Both may be right—and that’s exactly the problem. “Russia has the upper hand. And they always did. They’re…
Is Russia’s LNG “success” in China really just a discount trap?
Moscow surrenders pricing power to move sanctioned cargoes that Beijing controls.
Russia deploys entire nuclear icebreaker fleet for first time—and it’s still not enough
Shadow fleet tanker fails to reach Siberian terminal despite unprecedented support.
Europe kicks the €210 billion question down the road—deadline: end-2027
EU leaders told the Commission to keep trying. The deadline: end of 2027.
Russia cuts rates to save businesses it’s about to crush with taxes
The governor who defended high rates as “economic Darwinism,” has just reversed course.
Markets shrug off EU’s Ukraine deal—analysts warn the calm may not last
Europe’s benchmark bonds barely moved. One analyst calls it “a risk for 2026 that is not priced in.”
Ukraine could save up to €100m a year on transfers
If parliament approves, Ukrainians could save €70-100mn annually on cross-border transfers.
Zelenskyy warns EU: Denying frozen Russian funds weakens Ukraine and tempts Putin
The President speaks hours before the critical Brussels vote.
US warns EU: Seize Russia’s frozen billions and you’ll “have to give it back”
Washington pressures Europe ahead of critical summit.
Ukrainians pour record savings into banks as real returns turn positive (INFOGRAPHIC)
Deposits hit a record 1.36 trillion hryvnias in November. In Russia, similar rates are squeezing the civilian economy.
Is the EU ready to force through the €210 billion Ukraine loan without unanimity?
Summit decision on €210 billion Ukraine loan comes on Thursday.