VENTURE CAPITAL POST

The European Commission has re-elected its president, Ursula von der Leyen, for another five-year term. The continent is facing crises ranging from the war in Ukraine to climate change to migration to economic issues.

Polish Foreign Minister Radoslaw Sikorski announced that it was planning to spend 5% of its gross domestic product on defense by 2025.

Putin endorsed and swiftly signed a law increasing taxes on Russia's wealthy to boost government revenues and stabilize finances due to the Ukraine conflict's US sanctions and military spending pressures.

Russia's attempted assassination plot targeting Armin Papperger, CEO of Rheinmetall AG, a major German arms manufacturer supplying Ukraine, was thwarted by US and German authorities.

US sanctions have created obstacles for Russian imports of Chinese cars.

India and Russia reaffirmed their commitment to strengthening logistics and transportation cooperation with an emphasis on expanding trade infrastructure on their mutual shipping routes.

India and Russia reaffirmed their commitment to strengthening logistics and transportation cooperation with an emphasis on expanding trade infrastructure on their mutual shipping routes.

NATO’s Science for Peace and Security Program approved an over $400,000 grant to the HEIST research program aimed at keeping the internet running in the event that underwater cables get sabotaged.

Russia's central bank has advised businesses to explore alternative solutions, including cryptocurrencies and other digital assets, to facilitate payments with foreign partners.

A Kansas businessman from Olathe has pleaded guilty to illegally exporting sensitive aviation technology to Russian companies, violating US sanctions.

A recent study warns of China-Russia oil pipelines' impact on permafrost, prompting environmental concerns and potential regulatory and operational challenges for energy and other businesses in Arctic regions.

Russian pilot Maxim Kuzminov was reportedly killed by individuals who received cash from Russian officials working in Vienna, Austria.

Toblerone chocolates have continued to be available on the shelves in Russia despite Mondelez International's efforts to halt imports.

After US automakers' exit, Vladimir Putin gifted Kim Jong-un a Russian-made Aurus limousine with $15.5 million worth of imported parts from South Korea.

A network of pro-Kremlin accounts on X spread fake Fox News articles ahead of US presidential debate, promoting false narratives about Trump's business support.