Russia-Ukraine war: List of key events, day 163
As the Russia-Ukraine war enters its 163rd day, we take a look at the main developments.Here are the key events so far on Friday, August 5.
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US will ‘pursue’ Russian offer to discuss Griner prisoner swap
The announcement comes a day after a Russian court sentenced basketball star Brittney Griner to nine years in prison.The United States will “pursue” Russia’s latest offer to…
Russian court jails Griner for nine years; US calls for release
A Russian court has found US basketball star Brittney Griner guilty of drug smuggling, and sentenced her to nine years in prison in a ruling US President Joe Biden called…
Ukrainian army’s residential bases endangering civilians: Amnesty
Ukrainian forces have endangered civilians during the war with Russia’s invading troops by establishing bases in residential areas, including in schools and hospitals, Amnesty…
Turkey’s inflation jumped to 24-year high of 79.6 percent in July
Turkey’s inflation has been fuelled by the lira’s continued decline as well as the economic consequences of Russia’s invasion of Ukraine.Turkish inflation rose to a fresh 24-year…
Bangladesh turns to ADB, World Bank for funds: Report
It is seeking $1bn from each lender as the economy is buffeted by energy price shocks from the Ukraine war.By Arun DevnathBloombergPublished On 3 Aug 20223 Aug 2022Bangladesh is…
Ukraine-Russia grain deal could expand into ceasefire: Schroeder
Former German chancellor Gerhard Schroeder, an ally of Putin, says that Moscow wants to negotiate a solution to the conflict.The deal between Ukraine and Russia to unblock…
Russia accuses US of ‘direct involvement’ in Ukraine war
Russia has accused the United States of direct involvement in the Ukraine war, as the first ship carrying Ukrainian grain to world markets since Moscow’s invasion continued its…
Griner appears before Russian court as trial nears end
Defence lawyer says Griner hopes a prisoner swap would enable her to go home.With the Russian trial of US basketball star Brittney Griner expected to conclude this week, the…
Why are wealthy Indians taking their money out of the country?
Amit Ranjan was stunned. For years, financial advisers had recommended only homegrown investment options to the Indian tech entrepreneur and angel investor. But earlier this year,…