What Happens if Russia Cuts Off Europe’s Natural Gas?
– Data Covid-19 USA – Europe is a huge customer of Russia’s fossil fuels. Gas from the U.S. and elsewhere is helping offset fears of a midwinter cutoff.
Where Is Germany in the Ukraine Standoff? Its Allies Wonder.
– Data Covid-19 USA – Germany’s allies have begun to question what price Berlin is prepared to pay to deter Russia, and even its reliability as an ally, as it wavers on tough measures.
U.S. to Bolster Europe’s Fuel Supply to Blunt Threat of Russian Cutoff
Many European officials suspect President Vladimir V. Putin instigated the crisis in the winter in part to leverage his threat to turn off Russian fuel sales to Europe.
Russia Steps Up Propaganda War Amid Ukraine Tensions
The disinformation campaign includes claims that NATO and Ukrainian forces are preparing to attack Russian speakers in Ukraine.
As West Mobilizes, Ukraine’s Leaders Play Down Russia Threat
The ‘‘stay calm” posture has left analysts guessing about its leadership’s motivation, but some say that after eight years of war, the country simply calculates the risks differently.
What Does Russia Want in Ukraine? The Tensions Explained
The United States, NATO and Russia have been engaged in a whirlwind of diplomacy aimed at averting the largest military action in Europe since World War II. Here’s a guide to what’s at stake.
For Ukrainian Soldiers, a Nervous Guessing Game on the Front
Given Russia’s penchant for misdirection, it’s unclear how a military incursion would start. And that keeps the Ukrainian troops on edge.
War Looms Between Russia and Ukraine, but Diplomatic Options Remain
Fears of a Russian invasion of Ukraine are growing, but diplomatic options remain.
Pentagon Puts 8,500 Troops on ‘High Alert’ Amid Ukraine Tensions
The move signals a shift for the Biden administration as the United States and NATO allies brace for possible Russian military action.
NATO Steps Up Readiness in Eastern Europe
The alliance is sending more jets and ships to the region. The decision comes as Britain joined the U.S. in withdrawing the families of diplomats in Kyiv, moves that the Ukraine government called premature.
U.S. Orders Family Members of Embassy Staff to Leave Ukraine
The State Department warned that the United States would “not be in a position” to evacuate U.S. citizens should Russia invade.
Category Breaker
- 24-Stunden-Pflege: Unbezahlbar und unrechtmäßig?
Das Bundesarbeitsgericht hat entschieden, dass Pflegekräften aus Osteuropa der Mindestlohn auch in Bereitschaftszeiten zusteht. Viele Pflegebedürftige befürchten, dass das System der 24-Stunden-Pflege vor dem Aus steht.