How much of Europe’s oil and gas still comes from Russia?
In 2021, Russia supplied 45% of the EU’s gas and 27% of its oil. By 2024, these dropped to 19% and 3%.
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Taylor Swift’s 12th studio album Showgirl shatters Spotify record
Showgirl breaks Spotify records as Taylor Swift's most pre-saved album, highlighting her enduring popularity.
US government shutdown enters third day, expected to last past weekend
White House says it plans to cut 'thousands' of federal jobs as it freezes funding to Democratic states.
Venezuela slams presence of US F-35 fighter planes spotted off coast
Venezuelan government calls on US Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth to cease 'thrill-seeking and warmongering posture'.
Argentina’s Congress overturns President Javier Milei’s veto on funding
The congressional setback arrives as Milei's political party faces slumping popularity headed into a midterm election.
France detains Russian ‘shadow’ tanker to disrupt war in Ukraine
Moscow considers France's detention of the ship, and arrest of the captain, an act of piracy.
Hamas says it will respond ‘soon’ to Trump’s proposal to end Gaza war
Egypt's foreign minister warned of escalation if the Palestinian group rejects plan to end the nearly two-year conflict.
Trump memo says US in ‘non-international armed conflict’ with cartels
Memo reported by US media shows Trump justification for strikes on alleged drug smugglers experts say likely illegal.
Shock and disbelief as Manchester community reels from synagogue attack
Residents in UK's Crumpsall say they are shocked after a car and knife attack near synagogue kills two people.
US judge rejects Abrego Garcia’s asylum bid after wrongful deportation
The ruling is the latest twist in a case that has become emblematic of President Trump's mass deportation campaign.
Putin warns of harsh response to ‘Europe’s militarisation’
Russia's president says Moscow is 'closely monitoring' the situation, warns that Ukraine is playing a 'dangerous game'.
Judge denies Elon Musk’s bid to move Twitter case from Washington to Texas
Musk, considered the world's richest man, had argued his 'incredibly busy' schedule made attending the DC case a burden.
Trump threatens to cut ‘Democratic agencies’ amid government shutdown
The US presidents meets with the White House budget director as the shutdown continues into a second day, amid impasse.
UN warns of potential ‘ethnically driven’ atrocities in Sudan’s el-Fasher
United Nations says more than 90 people were killed in paramilitary attacks on the city over 10 days last month.
The US military’s MAGA makeover
The US military is getting a MAGA makeover and a heavy dose of Christian nationalism.
Death toll rises to 3 in Morocco with more protests expected
Moroccan leader says he is open to a dialogue to end youth-led protests against alleged corruption.
Tesla sales jump as buyers scramble before EV tax credit expires
Analysts expect sales by the electric automaker to slump in the months ahead.
Will Europe use Russian assets to fund Ukraine? Could Moscow hit back?
Some European countries have raised concerns about potential legal challenges to the 'reparations plan' for Ukraine.
Kabila sentenced to death: What it means for DRC and what’s next
President Felix Tshisekedi's government accuses the former leader of allying with the M23 rebel group.
French unions strike, demand end to austerity and Macron’s spending cuts
Tens of thousands turn out, but numbers are fewer so far than last protest that drew half a million to the streets.