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How might new US tariffs on Russian oil affect India's relationship with the United States?
New Delhi says it has 'made clear' its determination to 'protect its trade and economic interests'
How should countries balance their own needs with helping others during global crises?
The budget of Germany's Federal Ministry for Economic Cooperation and Development (BMZ) is set to shrink for the fifth consecutive year. Aid organizations warn that the cuts could have dramatic consequences for millions
What impact could unblocking news websites have on people's access to information in Venezuela?
Venezuela has restored access to 17 news sites that were blocked for years under Nicolas Maduro's administration. While activists welcomed the move, they noted that dozens more news portals, remain inaccessible
How should India prepare for the challenges of a drier monsoon season?
India is on course for its driest monsoon in 17 years as a strengthening El Niño curbs rainfall, threatening crop yields and raising food-price risks
How can our community better address the issues of safety and violence against vulnerable groups?
As police investigate the deaths of nine women across Ekurhuleni, grieving families and activists call for decisive state action and systemic changes to curb the ongoing femicide crisis
What might the impact of a far-right candidate in the French presidential race be on the country's future?
French far-right politician Éric Zemmour said on Friday that he would run in next year's presidential election, joining far-right candidate Marine Le Pen, who was runner-up to President Emmanuel Macron in the last two elections. Zemmour is campaigning on a crackdown on immigration, including a plan to expel unemployed foreigners even if they are legal residents
What actions should South Africa take to ensure the safety of women in light of the recent killings?
All female victims in their 20s and 30s were killed on the outskirts of Johannesburg in the past two months
What should be done if countries are accused of committing serious crimes during conflicts?
The mission also said Iranian authorities committed crimes against humanity during their crackdown on recent protests
What are the possible effects of lifting immunity for officials during investigations on public trust and accountability?
ATHENS, Sept 17 (Reuters) - Greece's parliament lifted the immunity of one of the country's former European Commissioners on Thursday, clearing the way for further action by authorities investigating the "Qatargate" corruption case, one of the biggest scandals to hit the EU. Dimitris Avramopoulos — a former Athens mayor and current lawmaker with the ruling conservative New Democracy party — has denied any wrongdoing or links to the case, under which several EU officials have been accused of accepting bribes from Qatar. Qatar has also repeatedly denied any wrongdoing