Russo-Ukrainian War

Greek exports retreated for another month, coming to 4.42 billion euros this October compared with €4.85 billion in October 2022, including fuel products, per ELSTAT.

This 8.8% decrease is mainly due to a reduction in prices; however, it is also related to the decline in demand in several European countries and the war in the Middle East.

Bulgaria grapples with a notable decline in its trade sector, as preliminary data from the National Statistical Institute (NSI) reveals a significant downturn in exports and imports during the initial ten months of 2023.

The West is weary. It is also deeply divided. The real question is just how weary it is. Its top rivals are eager to find out so they can plan their next moves, starting with the Russian president. Vladimir Putin may have underestimated the West's unity and the force of its reaction to the invasion of Ukraine, but it shifted its strategy and is now fighting a war of attrition.

In a firm statement, Kremlin spokesman Dmitry Peskov dismissed the prospect of peace talks with Ukraine on terms set by Kyiv, citing the impossibility of negotiations under such conditions. Peskov's remarks were in response to comments from official Washington, where he labeled the White House's expectations for 2024 negotiations as "absolutely unrealistic."

"President Putin says that his country has become stronger after sending troops to Ukraine. "Unfortunately, he is right," admitted German journalist Ann-Dorit Boy.

Day 650 of the invasion of Ukraine. Summary of key events in the last 24 hours:

Day 649 of the invasion of Ukraine. Summary of key events in the last 24 hours:

Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky spoke by phone with Bulgarian Prime Minister Nikolai Denkov. This became clear from a post by Zelensky on his official profile on the X social network. The two discussed Ukraine's current defense needs, especially in terms of strengthening the air force and artillery.

Day 644 of the invasion of Ukraine. Summary of key events in the last 24 hours:

The news comes as Russian President Vladimir Putin reportedly ordered regional officials and secret services to stamp out anti-war dissent "at all costs" amid a surge in protests by the wives and mothers of conscripted men.