Russia

Finland officially becomes the 31st member of NATO; Russia warns it will take ‘countermeasures’

This was CNBC’s live blog tracking developments on the war in Ukraine on April 4, 2023. See here for the…

Janet Yellen says OPEC+ production cut is an ‘unconstructive act’

WASHINGTON — Treasury Secretary Janet Yellen said the surprise OPEC+ oil production cut announced Sunday was an “unconstructive act,” which…

Russia detains woman over pro-war blogger’s death; WSJ reporter appeals his arrest

This was CNBC’s live blog tracking developments on the war in Ukraine on April 4, 2023. See here for the…

Ukraine to boycott Olympic qualifying events in which Russians are participating

CNN  —  Ukraine has decided to boycott Olympic qualifying events in which Russians are competing for the Paris 2024 Games.…

Wimbledon to allow Russian and Belarusian players to compete this year

CNN  —  Wimbledon will accept entries from Russian and Belarusian players for this year’s tournament if they agree to compete…

Biden tells Russia to release WSJ reporter; Wimbledon reverses ban on Russians and Belarusians

This was CNBC’s live blog tracking developments on the war in Ukraine on March 31, 2023. See here for the…

Russia detains Wall Street Journal reporter, plans to hold him until late May

Russian authorities plan to detain an American journalist who works for The Wall Street Journal for two months. The reporter,…

IOC president Thomas Bach calls governments ‘deplorable’ for negative reactions to Russia stance

CNN  —  International Olympic Committee (IOC) president Thomas Bach has blasted some European governments as “deplorable” for what he calls…

Kyiv says nearly 500 children have died in the conflict; Russia detains WSJ reporter

This has been CNBC’s live blog covering updates on the war in Ukraine. [Follow the latest updates here.] Russia’s security service,…

‘It’s not a pretty picture’: Russia’s support is growing in the developing world

Russia’s sphere of influence is growing as propaganda and diplomatic efforts gather momentum and Western powers fail to counter the…