Controversial Supreme Court Ruling Sparks Police Raids on Moscow Gay Bars

In a blitz that followed a “global LGBTQ+ movement” ban, Russian security forces raided gay clubs and bars in Moscow. Police searched venues like a nightclub, male sauna, and bar under the pretext of a drug raid. Clubgoers’ documents were checked and photographed by the officers. The raids ensued after the decision by Russia’s Supreme …

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Fear of migrants prompts Finland to close border with Russia

HELSINKI (AP) — Concerned about the use of migrants as part of “hybrid warfare” by Russia, Finland announced on Tuesday that it will close its last remaining border crossing with Russia. So far, Finland has closed seven out of eight checkpoints on its 1,340-kilometer (830-mile) border with Russia following a spike in the number of …

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Fuel Export Crisis: Russia’s Indefinite Ban Threatens Global Shortage Crisis

From February 5, 2023, the European Union will cease the purchase of petroleum products like diesel, gasoline, and lubricants from Russia. Picture Alliance | Picture Alliance | Getty Images Russia has implemented an indefinite ban on the export of diesel and gasoline to most nations. This move poses a threat to fuel supplies before winter, …

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