France and its European allies have announced withdrawal of troops from Mali after almost a decade, following months of diplomatic crisis between the two countries.

France and allies announces withdrawal of its troops from Mali

Europe limps back to normalcy as cases decline after a surge driven by the Omicron variant of the COVID-19. Austria, Germany, Switzerland relaxes COVID curbs.

Europe limps back to normalcy: Austria, Germany, Switzerland relaxes COVID curbs as cases decline

Justin Trudeau's lack of resolve has allowed the anti-vax Freedom Convoy to grow. Convoys are popping up in Israel, Australia, France, Belgium, Israel and New Zealand. Instead of lectures on morality, western governments are urging crackdowns. Palki Sharma tells you why.

Gravitas: Trudeau's failure turns anti-vaxxers into heroes

Inspired by Canada's freedom convoy, protests against COVID mandates rage across several European countries. Protestors say that they will drive to Brussels, Paris.

Canada's freedom convoy sparks inspiration in Europe: Protestors will drive to Brussels, Paris

Europe is divided over American troop deployment. Denmark is reversing a long-standing policy to allow US troops on its soil. In Slovakia, people are protesting. Palki Sharma brings you a report.

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In 1990, NATO promised to never enter Russia's sphere of influence in eastern Europe. Since then, the alliance has expanded to include 14 European nations, including Russia's neighbours. Palki Sharma tells you about NATO's betrayal.

Gravitas Ukraine Direct: Did NATO betray Russia?

Europe energy supplies are under further pressure as the German gas shortage hits record lows amid the ongoing Ukraine conflict. Meanwhile, Japan has offered gas to Europe.

Europe energy supplies are under further pressure as German gas shortage hits record lows

European capitals are buzzing with diplomacy as leaders race against time to defuse the stand-off near Ukraine. France, Germany and Poland have pledged to avert war at a trilateral summit in Berlin. Palki Sharma gets you a round-up of diplomacy week in Europe.

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Three days of intense diplomacy for French President Emmanuel Macron, he first met President Putin then he met President Zelensky and then finally other European leaders German chancellor Olaf Scholz and also the Polish President. The focus of all these meetings is to prevent war on Europe.

'Prevent war in Europe,' leaders of Germany, France & Poland meet on Russia-Ukraine crisis

Hundreds protested against migrant pushbacks and border violence in&nbsp;Athens&nbsp;on Sunday, after Turkish allegations that Greece's border policy led 19 migrants to freeze to death last week. &nbsp;

According to Greek police, around 700 people marched from Omonia Square at the centre of&nbsp;Athens&nbsp;to Syntagma Square in front of the Greek parliament.

They carried a life raft resembling the ones allegedly used by Greek authorities to push back asylum seekers from Greek territory, an AFP photographer said. &nbsp;

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Protesters, who gathered after a call of leftist and anti-racist groups, shouted slogans against "the assassination of migrants at the border" and held banners reading "Stop pushbacks and border violence".&nbsp;

In Syntagma Square they observed a minute of silence for the migrants who lost their lives.&nbsp;

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Last week, Turkey said it found 19 frozen bodies close to the Greek border, accusing Greece of allowing the migrants to die in the winter cold after stripping them of their clothes and forcing them back across the border.

Human rights groups believe such actions, reported by migrants in different parts of the world, are designed to discourage fleeing people from trying to enter a particular country, and to look for a different route.

Greece's Migration Minister Notis Mitarachi did not dispute the deaths but dismissed Turkey's version of events as "false propaganda".

"These migrants never made it to the border. Any suggestion they did, or indeed were pushed back into Turkey is utter nonsense," Mitarachi said.

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Turkey regularly accuses Greek officials of illegally pushing back migrants into its territory, but&nbsp;Athens&nbsp;denies the claims.

Greece in turn claims Turkey is turning a blind eye to people trying to reach Europe via its border in violation of a 2016 deal between Ankara and the EU.

The agreement, which has been extended, sees the bloc provide billions of euros in aid to Ankara in exchange for Turkey agreeing to host millions of Syrian and other refugees.

Hundreds protested against migrant pushbacks and border violence in Athens on Sunday, after Turkish allegations that Greece's border policy led 19 migrants to freeze to death last week.

Hundreds protested against migrant pushbacks and border violence in Athens on Sunday, after Turkish allegations that Greece's border policy led 19 migrants to freeze to death last week. According to Greek police, around 700 people marched from Omonia Square at the centre of Athens to Syntagma Square in front of the Greek parliament. They carried a life raft resembling the ones allegedly used by Greek authorities to push back asylum seekers from Greek territory, an AFP photographer said. At a protest against pushbacks & border violence in central Athens ppl hold a replica of a life raft like the ones documented as being used to push back asylum seekers from Greek territory, as well as signs about Turkey not being a safe country for ppl to stay in. pic.twitter.com/0ZRMzOAnA8 — Katy Fallon (@katymfallon) February 6, 2022 × Protesters, who gathered after a call of leftist and anti-racist groups, shouted slogans against "the assassination of migrants at the border" and held banners reading "Stop pushbacks and border violence". In Syntagma Square they observed a minute of silence for the migrants who lost their lives. Also read | 'Not sending troops to start war' with Russia in Europe, says USA Last week, Turkey said it found 19 frozen bodies close to the Greek border, accusing Greece of allowing the migrants to die in the winter cold after stripping them of their clothes and forcing them back across the border. Human rights groups believe such actions, reported by migrants in different parts of the world, are designed to discourage fleeing people from trying to enter a particular country, and to look for a different route. Greece's Migration Minister Notis Mitarachi did not dispute the deaths but dismissed Turkey's version of events as "false propaganda". "These migrants never made it to the border. Any suggestion they did, or indeed were pushed back into Turkey is utter nonsense," Mitarachi said. Also read | This country in Europe becomes the first to make Covid vaccine compulsory Turkey regularly accuses Greek officials of illegally pushing back migrants into its territory, but Athens denies the claims. Greece in turn claims Turkey is turning a blind eye to people trying to reach Europe via its border in violation of a 2016 deal between Ankara and the EU. The agreement, which has been extended, sees the bloc provide billions of euros in aid to Ankara in exchange for Turkey agreeing to host millions of Syrian and other refugees.

Athens: Hundreds of people protest against migrant pushbacks and border violence

Austria becomes the first country in Europe to mandate the Covid vaccine, meaning Austrians over the age of 18 should be vaccinated against the deadly coronavirus starting from Saturday or they can face a heavy fine. Even after such heavy criticism, the country decided to pursue this approach.

Earlier, Austrian Chancellor Karl Nehammer said that country will be the first in Europe to make Covid vaccinations compulsory for adults in February. He acknowledged that this was a 'sensitive topic'. &nbsp;

Austria has seen debate on the issue ever since plans for compulsory vaccinations were first announced last year. Nehammer acknowledged the decision covered "a totally sensitive topic" but said it followed careful consideration.

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/covid-vaccination-to-be-compulsory-from-february-says-austrian-chancellor-445252">Also read |&nbsp;Covid vaccination to be compulsory from February, says Austrian chancellor</a>

Despite such strict rules, the vaccination rate in Austria remains low. Humanitarian association Arbeiter Samariter Bund's manager, Michael Hausmann while speaking to AFP said, "We recorded a small increase of around nine per cent compared to last week."

Germany, which is a neighbouring country, also saw a similar proposal by the new Social Democrat Chancellor Olaf Scholz. It was debated last month in the lower house of parliament but many MPs still oppose the idea.

(With inputs from agencies)

Austria becomes the first country in Europe to mandate the Covid vaccine, meaning Austrians over the age of 18 should be vaccinated against the deadly coronavirus starting from Saturday or they can face a heavy fine.

Austria becomes the first country in Europe to mandate the Covid vaccine, meaning Austrians over the age of 18 should be vaccinated against the deadly coronavirus starting from Saturday or they can face a heavy fine. Even after such heavy criticism, the country decided to pursue this approach. Earlier, Austrian Chancellor Karl Nehammer said that country will be the first in Europe to make Covid vaccinations compulsory for adults in February. He acknowledged that this was a 'sensitive topic'. Austria has seen debate on the issue ever since plans for compulsory vaccinations were first announced last year. Nehammer acknowledged the decision covered "a totally sensitive topic" but said it followed careful consideration. Also read | Covid vaccination to be compulsory from February, says Austrian chancellor Despite such strict rules, the vaccination rate in Austria remains low. Humanitarian association Arbeiter Samariter Bund's manager, Michael Hausmann while speaking to AFP said, "We recorded a small increase of around nine per cent compared to last week." Germany, which is a neighbouring country, also saw a similar proposal by the new Social Democrat Chancellor Olaf Scholz. It was debated last month in the lower house of parliament but many MPs still oppose the idea. (With inputs from agencies)

This country in Europe becomes the first to make Covid vaccine compulsory

Joe Biden is deploying 3,000 soldiers to Europe as Russia prepares for a massive military drill with Belarus. Will Putin use the drills to mount an invasion? Is the window for diplomacy shrinking? Molly Gambhir tells you.

Gravitas: US deploys 3,000 soldiers to Europe

Oil rose 1% on Monday, hovering near 7-year highs hit in the previous session, amid concerns over tight supply as well as geopolitical tensions in Eastern Europe and the Middle East.

Oil prices are up around 1%, tensions in Eastern Europe back high prices

The United Kingdom Prime Minister Boris Johnson announced on &nbsp;Saturday (January 29) that Britain is preparing to offer NATO a "major" deployment of troops, weapons, warships and jets in Europe amid the Russia-Ukraine border crisis.&nbsp;

Johnson said that if Russian President Vladimir Putin chose "bloodshed and destruction" in Ukraine, it would be "a tragedy for Europe". He further said that "Ukraine must be free to choose its own future".&nbsp;

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The formal announcement is set to be made to NATO military chiefs next week. The move means Britain could double approximately 1,150 UK troops, currently in eastern European countries as UK PM Johnson said the deployment would send a "clear message to the Kremlin".&nbsp;

Johnson said in a statement late Saturday, "This package would send a clear message to the Kremlin -- we will not tolerate their destabilising activity, and we will always stand with our NATO allies in the face Russian hostility."&nbsp;

"I have ordered our Armed Forces to prepare to deploy across Europe next week, ensuring we are able to support our NATO allies on land, at sea and in the air," he added.&nbsp;

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On the other hand, Kyiv on Saturday has urged the West to remain "vigilant and firm" in its talks with Russia.&nbsp;

In a conversation with French counterpart Yves Le Drian, Ukraine's Foreign Minister Dmytro Kuleba on Saturday weighed in on de-escalation efforts. Kuleba urged the West to remain "vigilant and firm in contacts with the Russian side"&nbsp;

As per the statement, the talks between the two highlighted the need to "refrain from steps that could fuel anxiety" in Ukrainian society. Also, the need to "undermine the financial stability".&nbsp;

On Friday, Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky had urged his Western partners to avoid stirring "panic" over the massive Russian troop buildup.&nbsp;

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The United Kingdom Prime Minister Boris Johnson announced on Saturday (January 29) that Britain is preparing to offer NATO a "major" deployment of troops, weapons, warships and jets in Europe amid the Russia-Ukraine border crisis.

The United Kingdom Prime Minister Boris Johnson announced on Saturday (January 29) that Britain is preparing to offer NATO a "major" deployment of troops, weapons, warships and jets in Europe amid the Russia-Ukraine border crisis. Johnson said that if Russian President Vladimir Putin chose "bloodshed and destruction" in Ukraine, it would be "a tragedy for Europe". He further said that "Ukraine must be free to choose its own future". ALSO READ | Russia moves blood supplies near Ukraine, adding to US concern, officials say The formal announcement is set to be made to NATO military chiefs next week. The move means Britain could double approximately 1,150 UK troops, currently in eastern European countries as UK PM Johnson said the deployment would send a "clear message to the Kremlin". Johnson said in a statement late Saturday, "This package would send a clear message to the Kremlin -- we will not tolerate their destabilising activity, and we will always stand with our NATO allies in the face Russian hostility." "I have ordered our Armed Forces to prepare to deploy across Europe next week, ensuring we are able to support our NATO allies on land, at sea and in the air," he added. ALSO READ | Amid ongoing Ukraine crisis, Russian troops arrive in Belarus for military drills On the other hand, Kyiv on Saturday has urged the West to remain "vigilant and firm" in its talks with Russia. In a conversation with French counterpart Yves Le Drian, Ukraine's Foreign Minister Dmytro Kuleba on Saturday weighed in on de-escalation efforts. Kuleba urged the West to remain "vigilant and firm in contacts with the Russian side" As per the statement, the talks between the two highlighted the need to "refrain from steps that could fuel anxiety" in Ukrainian society. Also, the need to "undermine the financial stability". On Friday, Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky had urged his Western partners to avoid stirring "panic" over the massive Russian troop buildup. ALSO WATCH | Sanctions imposed on Moscow as tensions on Russia-Ukraine border continue to simmer ×

Russia-Ukraine crisis: UK to offer NATO military deployment in Europe; Kyiv urges West to be 'firm' in talks

NATO Secretary-General Jens Stoltenberg on Sunday said that Europe needed to diversify its energey supplies. Though he did not explicitly mentioned Russia in this context the hint was clear as Russia is one of the major suppliers of natural gas to Europe. Relations between Russian and the West have been strained over the Ukraine crisis.

"We are concerned about the energy situation in Europe because it demonstrates the vulnerability of being too dependent on one supplier of natural gas and that's the reason why NATO allies agree that we need to work and focus on diversification of supplies," NATO Secretary-General Jens Stoltenburg said.

Russia has massed some 120,000 troops near its neighbour and demanded the western defence alliance pull back troops and weapons from eastern Europe and bar Ukraine, a former Soviet state, from ever joining the Western defence alliance.

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US&nbsp;officials said on Saturday Russia's military buildup had been expanded to include supplies to treat casualties of any conflict. Across the border in Ukraine, locals trained as army reservists as the government scrambled to prepare.

Moscow denies any plan to invade but said on Sunday it would ask NATO to clarify whether it intends to implement key security commitments after earlier saying the alliance's response to its demands did not go far enough.

"If they do not intend to do so, then they should explain why," Russian Foreign Minister Sergei Lavrov said on state television. "This will be a key question in determining our future proposals."

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The United States has said it is waiting to hear back from Russia. It says NATO will not withdraw from eastern Europe or bar Ukraine but it is prepared to discuss topics such as arms control and confidence-building measures.

Washington has spent weeks trying to build agreement with European partners on a strong sanctions package if Russia attacks Ukraine. But the issue is divisive, with Germany urging "prudence".&nbsp;

(With inputs from agencies)

NATO Secretary-General Jens Stoltenberg on Sunday said that Europe needed to diversify its energey supplies. Though he did not explicitly mentioned Russia in this context the hint was clear as Russia is one of the major suppliers of natural gas to Europe.

NATO Secretary-General Jens Stoltenberg on Sunday said that Europe needed to diversify its energey supplies. Though he did not explicitly mentioned Russia in this context the hint was clear as Russia is one of the major suppliers of natural gas to Europe. Relations between Russian and the West have been strained over the Ukraine crisis. "We are concerned about the energy situation in Europe because it demonstrates the vulnerability of being too dependent on one supplier of natural gas and that's the reason why NATO allies agree that we need to work and focus on diversification of supplies," NATO Secretary-General Jens Stoltenburg said. Russia has massed some 120,000 troops near its neighbour and demanded the western defence alliance pull back troops and weapons from eastern Europe and bar Ukraine, a former Soviet state, from ever joining the Western defence alliance. Also Read | We want 'mutually respectful' ties with US, says Russian foreign minister US officials said on Saturday Russia's military buildup had been expanded to include supplies to treat casualties of any conflict. Across the border in Ukraine, locals trained as army reservists as the government scrambled to prepare. Moscow denies any plan to invade but said on Sunday it would ask NATO to clarify whether it intends to implement key security commitments after earlier saying the alliance's response to its demands did not go far enough. "If they do not intend to do so, then they should explain why," Russian Foreign Minister Sergei Lavrov said on state television. "This will be a key question in determining our future proposals." Also Read | Russia-Ukraine crisis: UK to offer NATO military deployment in Europe; Kyiv urges West to be 'firm' in talks The United States has said it is waiting to hear back from Russia. It says NATO will not withdraw from eastern Europe or bar Ukraine but it is prepared to discuss topics such as arms control and confidence-building measures. Washington has spent weeks trying to build agreement with European partners on a strong sanctions package if Russia attacks Ukraine. But the issue is divisive, with Germany urging "prudence". (With inputs from agencies)

NATO chief calls on Europe to reduce energy dependence on Russia

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The European Union has moved the WTO over China's blockade on Lithuanian goods. Why is Brussels afraid of tit-for-tat measures against Beijing? Can the WTO be an unbiased arbitrator? Palki Sharma tells you.

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US Deputy Secretary of State Wendy Sherman, the top US negotiator in US-Russia talks over Ukraine briefed NATO allies on Tuesday after inconclusive talks with Kremlin. Sherman held talks with Russia in Geneva on Monday (January 10). She met Russia's Deputy Foreign Minister &nbsp;Sergei Ryabkov

Some European officials have complained that Washington is taking the lead in talks with Moscow.&nbsp;

They fear being excluded from moves to resolve tensions on the Ukraine border and to head off confrontation.

But Sherman insisted that European allies are being kept in the loop, after meeting NATO Secretary-General Jens Stoltenberg and ambassadors from the NATO member states.

"The United States is committed to working in lockstep with our allies and partners to urge de-escalation and respond to the security crisis caused by Russia," she tweeted.

With Stoltenberg, Sherman "affirmed a unified NATO approach toward Russia, balancing deterrence and dialogue, and stressed our unwavering support for Ukraine".

And, in a tweet addressed to Ukraine's deputy minister of foreign affairs Emine Dzhaparova, she assured Kiev that the allies "will not make decisions about Ukraine without Ukraine".

After more than seven hours of negotiations in Geneva on Monday, the Russian and US officials both offered to keep talking, though there was no sign of a breakthrough.

The high-stakes meeting came as fears simmered of a Russian invasion of Ukraine.&nbsp;

Moscow has demanded wide-ranging security concessions from Washington and its NATO allies, which in turn have threatened severe economic sanctions if there is any Russian attack.

(With inputs from agencies) 
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US Deputy Secretary of State Wendy Sherman, the top US negotiator in US-Russia talks over Ukraine briefed NATO allies on Tuesday after inconclusive talks with Kremlin.

US Deputy Secretary of State Wendy Sherman, the top US negotiator in US-Russia talks over Ukraine briefed NATO allies on Tuesday after inconclusive talks with Kremlin. Sherman held talks with Russia in Geneva on Monday (January 10). She met Russia's Deputy Foreign Minister Sergei Ryabkov Some European officials have complained that Washington is taking the lead in talks with Moscow. They fear being excluded from moves to resolve tensions on the Ukraine border and to head off confrontation. But Sherman insisted that European allies are being kept in the loop, after meeting NATO Secretary-General Jens Stoltenberg and ambassadors from the NATO member states. "The United States is committed to working in lockstep with our allies and partners to urge de-escalation and respond to the security crisis caused by Russia," she tweeted. With Stoltenberg, Sherman "affirmed a unified NATO approach toward Russia, balancing deterrence and dialogue, and stressed our unwavering support for Ukraine". And, in a tweet addressed to Ukraine's deputy minister of foreign affairs Emine Dzhaparova, she assured Kiev that the allies "will not make decisions about Ukraine without Ukraine". After more than seven hours of negotiations in Geneva on Monday, the Russian and US officials both offered to keep talking, though there was no sign of a breakthrough. The high-stakes meeting came as fears simmered of a Russian invasion of Ukraine. Moscow has demanded wide-ranging security concessions from Washington and its NATO allies, which in turn have threatened severe economic sanctions if there is any Russian attack. (With inputs from agencies)

US calms European allies' fears over its talks with Russia over Ukraine

German car-makers are pressing Lithuania to seek a compromise with China. Reports say Lithuania could ask Taiwan to rename their office in Vilnius to placate Beijing. Why are Europe's big powers abandoning spirited Lithuania? Palki Sharma tells you.

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Why is Europe reluctant to take on Russia over the tensions near Ukraine? The region depends on Russia for a large chunk of its energy supply. Palki Sharma tells you how a war in Ukraine could make Europe's energy crisis worse.

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Even as tensions are brewing between US and Russia over the Ukraine crisis, it is being reported that President Joe Biden is in talks with natural gas suppliers around the globe should Russia cut off energy supplies to Europe as a consequence of the conflict.

US officials on Tuesday said that they had been negotiating with global suppliers for additional volumes of non-Russian fuel.

“We're in discussions with major natural gas producers around the globe, to understand their capacity and willingness to temporarily surge natural gas supply and to allocate these volumes to European buyers,” a senior administration official was quoted as saying by Reuters.

“We've been working to identify additional volumes of non-Russian natural gas from various areas of the world from North Africa and the Middle East to Asia and the United States," the official said, adding that European energy stockpiles are significantly lower due to reduced Russian supplies over the last few months.

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The US and Europe had threatened to impose political and economic sanctions on Russia if it attempts to invade Ukraine. But Kremlin has not overtly discussed the retaliatory measures it would take to counter the sanctions.

Hence, the European leaders feel that Russian President Vladimir Puttin may cut off energy supplies to them in response to those sanctions.

Putin has reportedly deployed around 100,000 troops near Ukraine's border for weeks, sparking a diplomatic crisis for Europe and the United States.

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The West has repeatedly claimed that Russia intends to invade Ukraine. However, Putin has called such charges as basil.

Russia has already restricted the flow of natural gas through the pipeline running through Ukraine from about 100m cubic metres a day to 50 MCM, the Guardian reported citing US officials.

Washington now estimates that almost all of that can be replaced quickly if the pipeline is cut deliberately or as a result of the conflict.

(With inputs from agencies)

Even as tensions are brewing between US and Russia over the Ukraine crisis, it is being reported that President Joe Biden is in talks with natural gas suppliers around the globe should Russia cut off energy supplies to Europe as a consequence of the conflict.

Even as tensions are brewing between US and Russia over the Ukraine crisis, it is being reported that President Joe Biden is in talks with natural gas suppliers around the globe should Russia cut off energy supplies to Europe as a consequence of the conflict. US officials on Tuesday said that they had been negotiating with global suppliers for additional volumes of non-Russian fuel. “We're in discussions with major natural gas producers around the globe, to understand their capacity and willingness to temporarily surge natural gas supply and to allocate these volumes to European buyers,” a senior administration official was quoted as saying by Reuters. “We've been working to identify additional volumes of non-Russian natural gas from various areas of the world from North Africa and the Middle East to Asia and the United States," the official said, adding that European energy stockpiles are significantly lower due to reduced Russian supplies over the last few months. Also read | Russia steps up propaganda war amid tensions with Ukraine The US and Europe had threatened to impose political and economic sanctions on Russia if it attempts to invade Ukraine. But Kremlin has not overtly discussed the retaliatory measures it would take to counter the sanctions. Hence, the European leaders feel that Russian President Vladimir Puttin may cut off energy supplies to them in response to those sanctions. Putin has reportedly deployed around 100,000 troops near Ukraine's border for weeks, sparking a diplomatic crisis for Europe and the United States. Also read | Russia sends more fighter planes for drills in Belarus The West has repeatedly claimed that Russia intends to invade Ukraine. However, Putin has called such charges as basil. Russia has already restricted the flow of natural gas through the pipeline running through Ukraine from about 100m cubic metres a day to 50 MCM, the Guardian reported citing US officials. Washington now estimates that almost all of that can be replaced quickly if the pipeline is cut deliberately or as a result of the conflict. (With inputs from agencies)

US negotiating with global suppliers to secure gas for Europe if Russia invades Ukraine: Report

Ukraine says, there are at least 127,000 Russian troops at its borders and thousands more are expected to arrive in Belarus soon.

More Russian troops to arrive in Belarus soon, says Ukraine

The Taliban and Western diplomats are holding a meeting in Oslo. A member of the Taliban has claimed the meeting is a "step to legitimise" the Taliban's government. Will the West recognise and legitimise the Taliban? Palki Sharma tells you.

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A rare snowstorm has blanketed suedes of the eastern Mediterranean causing blackouts and traffic havoc. Europe's busiest airport in Istanbul has been shut down, Turkish authorities have temporarily halted all flights at Istanbul airport due to heavy snow fall in the city.

Europe's busiest Istanbul airport shuts down, Turkish authorities temporarily halt all flights

The Pentagon has announced that nearly 8,500 American troops have been put on “heightened alert” for a possible deployment due to escalating tensions on the Russia-Ukraine border.

US puts 8,500 troops on heightened alert amid growing tensions with Russia over Ukraine

US President Joe Biden has declared unity among Western powers after crisis talks with European leaders on deterring Russia from an attack against Ukraine.

US, Europe call for unity against Russia over Ukraine tensions

The Taliban and western diplomats have began their first official talks in Norway’s capital Oslo since they took over control of Afghanistan. The three-day talks will focus on how to alleviate humanitarian crisis in Afghanistan.

Taliban holds first official talks with the west in Oslo to discuss Afghanistan

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