Milanović Wins Croatian Presidency in Landslide Victory
In Croatia's presidential election, Zoran Milanović secured a resounding victory with over 74% of the vote, defeating Dragan Primorac, amidst high inflation, corruption scandals, and a critical stance against the EU and Western military aid to Ukraine.
Milanović Wins Croatian Presidency in Landslide Victory
In Croatia's presidential election, Zoran Milanović secured a resounding victory with over 74% of the vote, defeating Dragan Primorac, amidst high inflation, corruption scandals, and a critical stance against the EU and Western military aid to Ukraine.
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Disabled Russian Tanker in German Waters Highlights Sanctions Circumvention
A Russian tanker, the Eventein, lost power in German waters and was identified as part of Russia's 'shadow fleet' used to bypass sanctions; German authorities secured the vessel carrying 99,000 tons of oil.
Disabled Russian Tanker in German Waters Highlights Sanctions Circumvention
A Russian tanker, the Eventein, lost power in German waters and was identified as part of Russia's 'shadow fleet' used to bypass sanctions; German authorities secured the vessel carrying 99,000 tons of oil.
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48% Bias Score
US Imposes Sweeping Sanctions on Russia's Energy Sector
The Biden administration announced sweeping sanctions targeting Russia's energy sector, including Gazprom and Surgutneftegaz, aiming to cut off funding for the war in Ukraine; these sanctions, coordinated with the UK, are expected to cost Russia billions monthly and are intended to strengthen Ukrain...
US Imposes Sweeping Sanctions on Russia's Energy Sector
The Biden administration announced sweeping sanctions targeting Russia's energy sector, including Gazprom and Surgutneftegaz, aiming to cut off funding for the war in Ukraine; these sanctions, coordinated with the UK, are expected to cost Russia billions monthly and are intended to strengthen Ukrain...
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48% Bias Score
Russian 'Shadow' Oil Tanker Disabled in Baltic Sea
A Russian-linked oil tanker, Eventin, carrying 99,000 tonnes of oil, lost power in the Baltic Sea, prompting a German rescue operation; Germany accuses Russia of using its "shadow fleet" to evade sanctions imposed after the Ukraine invasion.
Russian 'Shadow' Oil Tanker Disabled in Baltic Sea
A Russian-linked oil tanker, Eventin, carrying 99,000 tonnes of oil, lost power in the Baltic Sea, prompting a German rescue operation; Germany accuses Russia of using its "shadow fleet" to evade sanctions imposed after the Ukraine invasion.
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64% Bias Score
SPD Renominates Scholz for German Chancellorship
On January 11th, Germany's Social Democratic Party (SPD) unanimously renominated Olaf Scholz as their chancellor candidate for the snap election on February 23rd, amidst low poll numbers (around 15%) and following the collapse of the governing coalition in November 2024. The convention, held in Berl...
SPD Renominates Scholz for German Chancellorship
On January 11th, Germany's Social Democratic Party (SPD) unanimously renominated Olaf Scholz as their chancellor candidate for the snap election on February 23rd, amidst low poll numbers (around 15%) and following the collapse of the governing coalition in November 2024. The convention, held in Berl...
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Trump Plans Meetings with Putin and Xi Jinping to Address Ukraine Conflict
President-elect Donald Trump plans meetings with Vladimir Putin and Xi Jinping to address the Ukraine conflict and other bilateral issues, potentially altering US foreign policy by prioritizing direct dialogue and potentially compromising on Ukraine's NATO aspirations.
Trump Plans Meetings with Putin and Xi Jinping to Address Ukraine Conflict
President-elect Donald Trump plans meetings with Vladimir Putin and Xi Jinping to address the Ukraine conflict and other bilateral issues, potentially altering US foreign policy by prioritizing direct dialogue and potentially compromising on Ukraine's NATO aspirations.
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EU Leaders to Discuss Increased Defense Responsibility and Military Cooperation
EU leaders will meet in Belgium on February 3rd to discuss increasing their defense responsibilities and military cooperation, aiming to enhance the EU's defense autonomy and efficiency, making it a stronger transatlantic partner within NATO, in response to the war in Ukraine.
EU Leaders to Discuss Increased Defense Responsibility and Military Cooperation
EU leaders will meet in Belgium on February 3rd to discuss increasing their defense responsibilities and military cooperation, aiming to enhance the EU's defense autonomy and efficiency, making it a stronger transatlantic partner within NATO, in response to the war in Ukraine.
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Scholz Leads SPD into German Election Amidst Low Approval Ratings
German Chancellor Olaf Scholz, facing low approval ratings, is leading the SPD into the Bundestag election; their platform focuses on social welfare, economic stimulus, and a strong response to international challenges, including Donald Trump's foreign policy and the war in Ukraine.
Scholz Leads SPD into German Election Amidst Low Approval Ratings
German Chancellor Olaf Scholz, facing low approval ratings, is leading the SPD into the Bundestag election; their platform focuses on social welfare, economic stimulus, and a strong response to international challenges, including Donald Trump's foreign policy and the war in Ukraine.
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40% Bias Score
US Imposes Sweeping Sanctions on Russia's Oil Sector
The Biden administration imposed extensive sanctions on Russia's oil sector, targeting major companies, opaque traders, and 183 vessels, aiming to curb oil exports and further isolate Russia economically; this caused a 3.5% spike in WTI crude and a 2.9% increase in Brent crude.
US Imposes Sweeping Sanctions on Russia's Oil Sector
The Biden administration imposed extensive sanctions on Russia's oil sector, targeting major companies, opaque traders, and 183 vessels, aiming to curb oil exports and further isolate Russia economically; this caused a 3.5% spike in WTI crude and a 2.9% increase in Brent crude.
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48% Bias Score
Germany Intercepts Russian Oil Tanker, Averts Potential Spill
On Saturday, German authorities towed the Eventin, a 274-meter-long oil tanker carrying nearly 100,000 tonnes of oil and suspected to be part of Russia's sanctions-busting "shadow fleet," away from its coast after its engine failed near the island of Ruegen, preventing a potential oil spill.
Germany Intercepts Russian Oil Tanker, Averts Potential Spill
On Saturday, German authorities towed the Eventin, a 274-meter-long oil tanker carrying nearly 100,000 tonnes of oil and suspected to be part of Russia's sanctions-busting "shadow fleet," away from its coast after its engine failed near the island of Ruegen, preventing a potential oil spill.
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48% Bias Score
Scholz Confirmed as SPD Chancellor Candidate Amidst Serious Global Situation
The Social Democratic Party (SPD) officially nominated Olaf Scholz as their candidate for the February 23rd German elections. Scholz described the global situation as 'extremely serious', and outlined an SPD election program including tax cuts for 95% and increased taxes for the top 1%, increased su...
Scholz Confirmed as SPD Chancellor Candidate Amidst Serious Global Situation
The Social Democratic Party (SPD) officially nominated Olaf Scholz as their candidate for the February 23rd German elections. Scholz described the global situation as 'extremely serious', and outlined an SPD election program including tax cuts for 95% and increased taxes for the top 1%, increased su...
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52% Bias Score
Biden Administration Imposes Sweeping Sanctions on Russia's Oil and Gas Sector
The Biden administration announced sweeping sanctions against Russia's oil and gas industry on Friday, targeting companies, tankers, and trade networks to reduce Russia's war funding and strengthen Ukraine's position in potential peace negotiations; the move follows similar but less extensive measur...
Biden Administration Imposes Sweeping Sanctions on Russia's Oil and Gas Sector
The Biden administration announced sweeping sanctions against Russia's oil and gas industry on Friday, targeting companies, tankers, and trade networks to reduce Russia's war funding and strengthen Ukraine's position in potential peace negotiations; the move follows similar but less extensive measur...
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44% Bias Score