How ‘shock therapy’ created Russian oligarchs and paved the path for Putin
In the 1990s, reformers adopted a radical economic program in Russia. It devastated ordinary Russians and created a new class of oligarchs. And it explains the rise of Putin and the leader he is today
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The UN has helped tens of thousands of Ukrainian refugees to cross into Poland and other neighbouring countries. Chris Melzer, spokesperson for the UN refugee agency (UNHCR) in Germany, told UN News that he has witnessed many traumatic scenes, of families ripped apart by the crisis.
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The U.S. warns companies to stay on guard for possible Russian cyberattacks
President Biden said “evolving intelligence” showed Russia is “exploring options for potential cyberattacks.” The U.S. has previously warned about Russia’s capability to attack U.S. infrastructure.
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First Person: Witnessing the pain of Ukraine refugees wrenched apart
The UN has helped tens of thousands of Ukrainian refugees to cross into Poland and other neighbouring countries. Chris Melzer, spokesperson for the UN refugee agency (UNHCR) in Germany, told UN News that he has witnessed many traumatic scenes, of families ripped apart by the crisis.
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Healthy forests are “essential†for people and the planet, the UN chief said in his message marking the International Day of Forests.
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Jetliner crashes with 132 aboard in southern China, officials say
Authorities have not yet determined the total number of casualties or why the plane went down as debris is seen littered across a mountainside in Guangxi’s Teng county.
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