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OLYMPICS
Dec 20, 2022
IOC chief Thomas Bach faces 'dilemma' over Russian athletes
The International Olympic Committee has agreed to 'explore' a proposal allowing athletes from Russia and Belarus to compete in international events in Asia.
Japan Times
WORLD
Dec 20, 2022
'It all fell on me': Russian mothers alone as draft exiles dads
The chaotic and hurried exodus of tens of thousands of military-age men has torn apart families and piled pressure on mothers.
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WORLD
Dec 20, 2022
Ukraine cries foul as Russian-annexed Crimea showers Syria with wheat
The development comes as a sign of tightening economic ties between two allies shunned by the West.
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WORLD
Dec 20, 2022
Putin says situation extremely difficult in several Ukrainian regions
In comments made on Security Services Day, Putin also ordered the strengthening of Russia's borders and instructed special services to keep greater control of society.
Japan Times
BUSINESS / ANALYSIS
Dec 20, 2022
EU unity over Russia sanctions falters as Europe's economy wilts
EU leaders agreed on Thursday to a ninth package of sanctions but talks were acrimonious, with Poland and the Baltic states that neighbor Russia campaigning for tougher measures.
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WORLD
Dec 19, 2022
Ukraine watchful of borders as Putin heads to Belarus
Putin's visit comes amid discussion of a possible new Russian offensive, which some fear could originate from Belarus.
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COMMENTARY / World
Dec 18, 2022
Are Europe’s Russia sanctions a shot in the foot?
If the European Union is enduring severe economic pain while Russia's Ukraine war proceeds apace, sanctions become tantamount to self-flagellation.
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JAPAN
Dec 18, 2022
Buying a bomb shelter in Japan's suburbs
Nao Engineering, which has been selling its Crisis-1 shelters since December 2021, has seen a surge in inquiries after Russia's invasion of Ukraine in February.
Japan Times
WORLD
Dec 18, 2022
‘This isn’t war. It’s the destruction of the Russian people by their own commanders.’
Russia has been at war most of the year, yet its army seems less prepared than ever.
Japan Times
WORLD
Dec 17, 2022
Emergency blackouts ensue in Ukraine after major Russian missile strike
Kyiv introduces emergency blackouts across the country as a result of an attack believed to be one of the largest missile barrages since Russia invaded in February.
Japan Times
WORLD
Dec 16, 2022
Russia rains missiles on Ukraine's infrastructure, forcing power shutdowns
The latest Russian assault followed warnings from Ukrainian officials that Moscow plans a new all-out offensive early next year.
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WORLD
Dec 16, 2022
Patriot missiles offer crucial but limited help for Ukraine
The move to send the missiles by the U.S. will send a strong message to both Moscow and European allies that Washington is prepared to support Kyiv with some of its most advanced weaponry.
Japan Times
WORLD
Dec 16, 2022
The global supply trail that leads to Russia’s killer drones
The supplies also included model aircraft engines made by a Japanese company, Saito Seisakusho, as shown in photos of drones recovered in Ukraine.
Japan Times
BUSINESS
Dec 14, 2022
U.S. lawmakers introduce bill to restrict Huawei's access to banks
The bill seeks to 'severely sanction' Huawei, and other 'untrustworthy' Chinese 5G producers who are said to engage in economic espionage against the U.S.
Japan Times
WORLD
Dec 14, 2022
Ukraine secures €1 billion in aid 'to get through winter'
Around 70 countries and international organizations gathered in Paris for a meeting aimed at enabling Ukrainians 'to get through this winter.'
Japan Times
JAPAN
Dec 14, 2022
As China marks 85 years since Nanking, official extends olive branch to Japan
The remarks came in the wake of summit talks between Xi Jinping and Fumio Kishida in which the leaders pledged to seek 'constructive and stable' ties.
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WORLD
Dec 14, 2022
Washington considers sending advanced air defense system to Ukraine
The news came as allies pledged just over $1.05 billion to help Ukrainians survive the freezing winter.
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COMMENTARY / Japan / Geoeconomic Briefing
Dec 13, 2022
As war in Ukraine continues, Poland and Hungary threaten EU stability
Following Moscow's invasion, divisions have appeared in the bloc, with Warsaw and Budapest leading the charge of those willing to put themselves ahead of the group.
Japan Times
OLYMPICS
Dec 13, 2022
U.S. chiefs back 'neutral' Russian and Belarusian athletes at Paris 2024
The two countries have been isolated from international sports ever since Russia launched its invasion of Ukraine in February.
Japan Times
WORLD
Dec 13, 2022
Fighting rages in east Ukraine as G7 considers more air defense for Kyiv
The G7 promised to 'meet Ukraine's urgent requirements' after President Volodymyr Zelenskyy appealed to the group's virtual meeting.

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