Ukraine says Russian troops are making progress in frontline city of Bakhmut

The UN suspends the plan for the safety zone of the Zaporizhia nuclear power plant Ukraine attacks behind the frontline in Russian-occupied Melitopol March 30 (Reuters) – Russian troops have had some success in the eastern frontline town of Bakhmut, Ukrainian military officials said Wednesday evening, adding that their fighters were still holding out in … Read more

UN nuclear chief focuses on proposing security measures around Ukraine’s nuclear power plant

Military activity increased around factory: Grossi Russia occupies the largest nuclear power plant in Europe Ukraine and Russia accuse each other of shelling complex IAEA wants to avert the risk of a nuclear accident KYIV, March 29 (Reuters) – The head of the UN’s nuclear watchdog visited Ukraine’s controversial Zaporizhzhia nuclear power plant on Wednesday … Read more

Canada boosts clean tech investment in budget to compete with US

OTTAWA, March 28 (Reuters) – Canada on Tuesday sought to close its competitive gaps with the United States with a budget aimed at attracting investment into the low-carbon economy, including tax breaks for electric vehicle (EV) manufacturers and expansion of the power grid. The 2023-2024 fiscal document, delivered to the House of Commons, also includes … Read more

Zelenskiy accuses Russia of holding the Zaporizhzhia nuclear power plant hostage

Zelenskiy denounces ‘radiation blackmail’ Ukraine closes frontline city of Avdiivka to civilians Zelenskiy visits the southeastern region of Zaporizhzhia Minsk defends decision to house Russian nuclear weapons KYIV, March 28 (Reuters) – Ukraine’s president said Russian troops “held hostage” the Zaporizhzhia nuclear power plant and its safety could not be guaranteed until they left the … Read more

Saudi Aramco inks $12.2 billion Chinese oil refinery, petchem complex deal

SINGAPORE, March 27 (Reuters) – Saudi Aramco (2222.SE) on Sunday signed an agreement with Chinese partners for an oil refining and petrochemical project in northeastern China expected to open in 2026 to meet growing demand from the land to fuel and chemicals. The project in the city of Panjin in Liaoning Province will be Aramco’s … Read more

Pressure on Macron mounts after violent unrest over pensions

Macron pushes through reforms without a vote Violence erupts at spontaneous protests Unions plan more strikes, protests Opposition plans vote of no confidence PARIS, March 17 (Reuters) – French President Emmanuel Macron faced the biggest challenge to his authority since the so-called yellow vest protests on Friday after his decision to pass a disputed pension … Read more