Vitaly Portnikov analyzes the impact of Zohran Mamdani's victory in the New York mayoral election on the political future of the US and the world.
An overview of the effects of US sanctions on Russian oil and gas, OPEC+ decisions, and changes in energy markets in Europe and worldwide.
Analysis of Trump's nuclear test statement, reactions from Russia and China, and implications for global security.
Discussion of Trump's statements, nuclear rhetoric of world powers, and developments near Pokrovsk.
Military expert Ivan Stepak analyzes the situation near Pokrovsk, Ukraine’s loss of the city, Russian actions and the impact of Western weapons on the war.
Analysis of the prospect for a Putin-Trump meeting, Russia’s delay tactics, China’s influence, and the Western approach to ending the war in Ukraine.
US President Donald Trump claims Nigerian Christians face genocide. Nigeria’s government disputes this, and the reality is complex.
Experts analyze the outcomes of the Trump-Xi meeting, China's position on the Ukraine war, and diplomatic strategy of the US and Russia.
Vitalii Portnikov analyzes how attacks on Russian oil refineries and US sanctions affect Russia's economy and oil industry.