Russia firm about size of Ukraine’s gas debt, though eases up on schedule
Russia insists that Ukraine has to pay off $3.5 billion of gas debt which is counted on the basis of
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Europe
EBRD prepares response to Balkans floods
The EBRD is stepping up its engagement in the Balkans to help deal with the aftermath of devastating floods in
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UN humanitarian chief Amos rallies support for flood-hit Balkan countries
Deeply concerned by the devastating floods in the Balkans – days of rainfall have reportedly submerged entire villages and triggered
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International police operation against cyber-criminals in 16 countries
An international police operation against cyber-criminals in 16 countries in Europe and America involved in BlackShades malware has been carried
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Ukraine standoff has worldwide implications
The continuing East-West standoff over Ukraine is being watched closely elsewhere in Europe and around the world, where the United
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Ukraine official: 32 victims of Odessa violence possibly poisoned
A top Ukrainian Interior Ministry official said Monday that 32 pro-Russian protesters who perished in the Odessa trade union building
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Floods devastate Balkans, displace thousands
Floods in Bosnia-Herzegovina, Croatia and Serbia have killed at least 37 people and left tens of thousands homeless. Much of
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No clear victor in close local election battle in Greece
Following the first round of local elections held in Greece on May 18, governing coalition parties New Democracy and PASOK
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Unrest continues as Ukraine prepares for presidential vote
One week before Ukraine holds a national election, unrest and separatist fervor remain strong in the country’s eastern areas. The
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