Once again, the world awaits the much-hyped “collapse of the dollar,” but for now, we’re witnessing yet another diplomatic spectacle called “the BRICS currency.” This drawn-out performance has its comedic and tragicomic moments. On stage: Brazil with utopian ideas, Russia with forced support, China with ambitions, India with caution, and the U.S. wielding a tariff club at 100%. Let’s break down why this series has yet to become a blockbuster.
The idea of restoring Nord Stream is no longer marginal. The notion of reviving the Nord Stream pipeline no longer sounds as far-fetched as it did just a year ago. Discussions on the feasibility of bringing the pipeline back online are no longer limited to pro-Russian politicians and energy experts—German officials, such as Saxony’s Prime Minister Michael Kretschmer, are now openly addressing the issue. This is happening despite Germany’s official stance of having written off the project both politically and economically. So, what has changed?
Syria stands at a historic crossroads following the collapse of the Ba’ath regime on December 8, 2024. With Ahmad al-Sharaa now at the helm, the war-torn nation is facing the daunting task of rebuilding its institutions, stabilizing its economy, and redefining its foreign policy.
Morocco and Yemen signed seven agreements and memorandums of understanding on Friday, aiming to enhance cooperation across various sectors, according to Morocco's Foreign Ministry.
In the war zones of Ukraine, local newspapers have become crucial lifelines, especially in areas where Russian forces have destroyed cell towers and internet infrastructure.
David Lebryk, the highest-ranking career official at the U.S. Treasury Department, will be stepping down following a dispute with allies of billionaire Elon Musk, according to a report from the Washington Post.
