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Kyiv declares day of mourning after 21 killed in Russian aerial attack

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The Independent UK · May 15

After four bloody years, the war on Ukraine might be turning into Putin’s undoing

A battered economy, huge numbers of casualties and very little territorial gain – it’s no wonder even stalwart Putin supporters are showing signs of disquiet, says Rajan Menon, professor emeritus of international relations

The Guardian - UK · May 15

Ukraine-Russia war latest: Moscow says it destroyed more than 3,000 Kyiv drones as it faces biggest attack of the year

Russian forces in the past week have downed 3,124 drones, with more than 1,000 drones destroyed yesterday alone

The Independent UK · May 15

Crude Oil Prices Supported by Closure of Hormuz

June WTI crude oil (CLM26 ) on Thursday closed up +0.15 (+0.15%), and June RBOB gasoline (RBM26 ) closed down -0.0130 (-0.36%). Crude oil and gasoline prices settled mixed on Thursday. Crude prices pushed higher on Thursday as peace talks between the US and Iran remain in limbo, keeping global...

Barchart · May 14

Ukraine Retakes More Land Than Russia Seized For The First Time In Over a Year And a Half

Ukraine regained more territory than Russia seized in April, the first time Moscow suffered a net territorial loss since Ukraine's incursion into Russia's Kursk region in August 2024.

International Business Times · May 14

This year’s Venice Biennale marks a major shift in European cultural politics

I was texting a museum director friend in Asia recently. We were discussing whether a trip to this year’s “artworld Olympics”, the Venice Biennale, justified the carbon release.

The Conversation · May 14

Latvian PM resigns due to split in alliance over Russian drones

Latvian Prime Minister Evika Silina resigned after her coalition government collapsed due to disagreements over Ukrainian drone incidents. The Progressive Party withdrew support after Silina dismissed the defense minister for failing to address drones flying from Russia. President Edgars Rinkevics will now consult parties to form a new government ahead…

The Times of India · May 14

Ex-defence minister admits Latvia faces security 'questions' but no silver bullet to stop drones

Latvia faces political turmoil after its prime minister resigned and the defence minister stood down, raising concerns about the country’s readiness to counter potential Russian aggression on Europe’s frontline.

Euronews · May 14

Ukraine war briefing: At least 13 dead as Russia launches huge wave of attacks

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The Independent UK · May 14

Crude Oil Prices Slip on Dollar Strength

June WTI crude oil (CLM26 ) today is down -0.19 (-0.19%), and June RBOB gasoline (RBM26 ) is down -0.0534 (-1.48%). Crude oil and gasoline prices are under pressure today from a rally in the dollar index ($DXY ) to a 2-week high. Also, signs that OPEC+ may boost its...

Barchart · May 14