Ukraine’s defense ministry and two banks were subject to cyberattacks with their online networks overwhelmed by the attacks. Ukraine’s information security centre pointed the finger at Russia. “It is not ruled out that the aggressor used tactics of little dirty… Read More ›
Geopolitics
Germany ready for serious dialog with Russia over European Security: German Chancellor Olaf Scholz
In a statement German Chancellor Olaf Scholz said, he expects clear steps from Russia to de-escalate a potential conflict with Ukraine, saying Germany and its Western allies are prepared for serious dialogue with Russia over European security. “We are ready… Read More ›
UAE Turkey sign multiple agreements in signs of greater cooperation
In a significant development Turkish President Tayyip Erdogan landed in the United Arab Emirates marking his first visit to the Gulf state since 2013 underscoring greater economic cooperation between the two countries. According to a report from Emirati states news… Read More ›
US supply chain of rare gas, critical for chipmaking, at risk of Russian retaliation over US threats of export curbs on Russia
According to sources familiar with the matter at hand, the White House has issued warnings to the chip industry to diversify its supply chain in case Moscow decides to retaliate against threatened U.S. export curbs by blocking access to key… Read More ›
Record Revenue Posted By China’s Biggest Chipmaker SMIC Despite U.S. Sanctions
Despite a global chip scarcity, China’s largest chipmaker, Semiconductor Manufacturing International Corporation, recorded record revenue and profit last year. SMIC’s sale for 2021 was $5.44 billion, up 39 per cent year over year, the greatest rate of increase since 2010…. Read More ›
Crypto Exchange Binance Will Invest $200m Against A Stake In Forbes
Binance, one of the world’s largest cryptocurrency companies, will invest $200 million in Forbes, in the latest twist in the 105-year-old history of the media brand. Forbes, known for its billionaire rankings, said the agreement will help it become a leader… Read More ›
Finland’s $9.4 billion F-35 deal will place F-35 close to Russia
According to US-based sources, Finland is set to sign a formal purchase agreement for F-35 fighter jets which could be announced by this weekend, bringing the fifth-generation stealth fighters closer to being deployed on Russia’s northern flank. In December 2021,… Read More ›
Somaliland shows the way on how to deal with Chinese bullying
In a statement the foreign minister of Somaliland said, Beijing will not be allowed to dictate who the country can have relations with; Somaliland is a sovereign nation and “born free”. Somaliland’s Foreign Minister Essa Kayd made the comments during… Read More ›
Libyan Prime Minister Abdulhamid al-Dbeibah survives assassination attempt
On Thursday there was an attempt to assassinate Libyan Prime Minister Abdulhamid al-Dbeibah with assailants spraying his car with bullets. As per a source close to the Prime Minister, Dbeibah has escaped the attempt on his life. According to the… Read More ›
No need to fan flames of Russian invasion of Ukraine, Macron calls for calm for all sides
In a statement French President Emmanuel Macron, the first leader of a major Western power to meet Russian President Vladimir Putin, said steps can be taken to de-escalate tensions surrounding Russia’s border with Ukraine, and called for calm from all… Read More ›