Category Archive: 5) Global Macro

Ukraine-Russia conflict: Russian missile attack kills 5 In Ukraine’s Kharkiv | World News | WION

The assault on major Ukrainian cities is only intensifying. In a series of strikes, Russia has attacked Ukraine's second-largest city of Kharkiv killing at least five people and injuring 13.

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Ukraine under attack: Zelensky calls situation in Mariupol ‘Inhuman’

Russia-Ukraine conflict shows no signs of abating. Ukrainian president Zelensky said that Kyiv will stall all negotiation talks with Moscow if the last Ukrainian troops in the besieged city of Mariupol are harmed.

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Gravitas: Finland prepares for a potential war with Russia

Russia's Ukraine invasion has sparked concerns in Finland. The Nordic country is preparing for a possible conflict with Russia. Its citizens are learning how to use a gun. the government is stockpiling essentials. Palki Sharma tells you more.

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India’s software giant Infosys announces withdrawal from Russia

The Indian software giant Infosys has finally joined the corporate boycott of Russia over its invasion of Ukraine. Speaking to media at its headquarters in India's Bengaluru Infosys said it would move its business out of the country and pursue alternate options.

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US gives Ukraine $800 million more in military aid | Latest English News | WION

US President Joe Biden announced an additional $800 million in military assistance to Ukraine, expanding the scope of the systems provided to include heavy artillery ahead of a wider Russian assault expected in eastern Ukraine.

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Gravitas: Japan says Russia has “illegally occupied” disputed islands

A decades-long territorial dispute between Japan and Russia has been reignited. Tokyo claims Russia has "illegally occupied" four disputed islands. Molly Gambhir tells you more. #Gravitas #Japan #Russia About Channel: WION -The World is One News, examines global issues with in-depth analysis. We provide much more than the news of the day. Our aim to empower people to explore their world. With our Global headquarters in New Delhi, we bring...

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French election 2022: Marine Le Pen wants France out of NATO | World News | WION

The presidential challenger and far-right candidate Marine Le Pen pitches her foreign policy agenda. Le Pen wants closer NATO-Russia ties. To get more details, we're joined by William Courtney of RAND corporation. #France #MarineLePen #Elections About Channel: WION -The World is One News, examines global issues with in-depth analysis. We provide much more than the news of the day. Our aim to empower people to explore their world. With...

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Brexit: What will happen to Ireland? | The Economist

The border between Northern Ireland and the Republic is one of the most contentious in the world. But what really divides Ireland? And after Brexit, is Irish unification a real possibility? 00:00 Ireland’s irregular border 00:45 Ireland’s history divided 02:31 Caught on the wrong side 04:36 The Troubles 06:30 Working towards peace 07:44 New divisions, old tensions Sign up to The Economist’s daily newsletter to keep up to date with our latest...

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Russian Warship ‘Seriously Damaged,’ Ukraine claims responsibility

While Ukraine and Russia continue to hold ceasefire talks the fighting on ground has only intensified. With Moscow now reporting attack on warship, a Russian flagship was reportedly damaged due to attack at the Black Sea. Russian navy's flagship sea fleet the Moskva missile cruiser was damaged heavily.

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European leaders flock to Ukraine after US President Joe Biden calls Russian invasion a genocide

European politicians are flocking to Ukraine the latest to do so are the leaders from Poland Lithuania Latvia and Estonia. The visit comes after Biden calls invasion a genocide.

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Russia-Ukraine Conflict: US President Joe Biden escalates rhetoric against Putin | World News

US president Joe Biden has escalated rhetoric against Russia's President Putin and termed Russian acts as 'genocide' several times. However, Emmanuel Macron has refused to term Russian acts as 'genocide'.

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War in Ukraine: The Economist interviews Tony Blair | The Economist

Tony Blair, former British Prime Minister, talks to Zanny Minton Beddoes, The Economist’s editor-in-chief, about the war in Ukraine. He gives his opinions on how to deal with Vladimir Putin, the retreat of Western foreign policy and the future of geopolitics. 00:00 - The evolution of Vladimir Putin 01:52 - The wake up call for the West 02:20 - Consequences of Western retreat 05:09 - Is peace with Putin possible? 06:17 - What should the West’s...

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Ukrainian cities: Before & after the war – Kyiv, Bucha, Mariupol & others | WION Originals

Cities in Ukraine are bearing the brunt of the Russia-Ukraine war. Cities that were once tourist attractions have turned into war zones and rubble. Cities including the capital Kyiv, have been damaged. Destruction, dead bodies, and silence occupy the streets of some of the cities including Bucha, Kharkiv, Mariupol, and Odessa. Will these cities come back to life? War in Ukraine but at what cost? #Ukraine #UkraineCities #WIONOriginals About...

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War in Ukraine: the journey to interview President Zelensky | The Economist

On March 25th, Zanny Minton Beddoes, editor-in-chief of The Economist, was granted rare access to President Volodymyr Zelensky's war room in Kyiv. In this exclusive interview he reveals the inside story of his transformation into a wartime leader - and what he thinks of Ukraine's chances. 00:00 - The realities of a war zone 01:05 - Our visit with President Zelensky 01:36 - Can Ukraine win? 02:59 - What is the current military situation? Watch...

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Russia-Ukraine conflict: ‘Russia faces a long descent into isolation,’ says EU Prez | World News

European Union has closed Bloc's ports to Russian vessels and will reduce dependence on Russia. On the other side, the EU has also rolled out additional funding to boost Ukraine's army.

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Russian currency Rouble rebounds, no longer ‘in rubble’

After the Russian invasion of Ukraine, the Russian currency Rouble was at an all-time low, it shared 45 per cent of its value against the dollar. The collapse was an indication of Russia's economic isolation #Russia #Rouble #WION

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Why the French are fed up (and what it means for Macron) | The Economist

The French are miserable. Normally this means defeat for sitting presidents, but Macron is still just about leading in the polls. So what's going on? 00:00 - The French are fed up 01:03 - Has Macron boosted France’s economy? 02:02 - Why are the French so discontent? 02:57 - Why do voters lack confidence in Macron? 03:52 - A deeply divided France 05:32 - Why voters are flocking to political extremes 07:34 - France’s fragmented politics View...

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Gravitas: The big European Hypocracy over Russia

India abstained from a UNGA vote to suspend Russia from the UN Human Rights Council. The move came despite Russia's explicit warning against abstentions. Palki Sharma tells you more. #Gravitas #India #Russia About Channel: WION -The World is One News, examines global issues with in-depth analysis. We provide much more than the news of the day. Our aim to empower people to explore their world. With our Global headquarters in New Delhi, we...

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NATO to step up military aid to Ukraine amid the ongoing Russian invasion | World English News

Amid the ongoing Russian invasion of Ukraine, NATO has pledged to step up military aid to Ukraine. Ukraine has also demanded an energy embargo on Russia.

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The US commits more weapons to Ukraine & ends normal trade with Russia | English News | WION

Amid the ongoing Russian invasion of Ukraine, The US has committed more weapons to Ukraine. The US has also ended normal trade with Russia. #US #Russia #Ukraine About Channel: WION -The World is One News, examines global issues with in-depth analysis. We provide much more than the news of the day. Our aim to empower people to explore their world. With our Global headquarters in New Delhi, we bring you news on the hour, by the hour. We...

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