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Wider Europe Briefing: Rutte On Peace Plans, Putin, And NATO's Future

Different Visions: Where The US And Europe Part Ways On Ukraine Peace

After a US framework for peace in Ukraine abruptly emerged last week, Europeans scrambled to draft a counterproposal that is easier on Kyiv. From territorial and financial issues to the possibility of NATO membership and a sweeping amnesty, there are crucial differences. Here they are.
Chechnya's New Restrictions On Women's Fashion Are About Control, Not Tradition, Critics Say

Chechnya has introduced a new ban for women’s fashion that prohibits traditional clothing featuring “masculine elements.” Observers say the rationale behind the latest rules is about control -- not tradition, as claimed.
From Mines To Solar Plants, Chinese Projects Face Rare Legal Setbacks In The Balkans

In a rare instance of public resistance to Chinese-backed infrastructure projects in the Balkans, a tragic workplace death at a solar power plant in Bosnia has sparked a legal battle that halted construction and exposed violations involving illegal workers and environmental concerns.
Tajikistan And Afghanistan's Taliban Engage In 'Cold Cooperation' To Ease Tensions

Tajikistan, the only Central Asian country that publicly opposed the return of the Taliban to power in Afghanistan, is now attempting to mend fences with the hard-line Islamist group.
Ukraine Faces 'Very Difficult Choice' Over US Peace Plan, Zelenskyy Tells Nation

The emergence of a US draft plan to end Russia’s war on Ukraine has abruptly altered the diplomatic landscape surrounding the invasion, added to pressure on Kyiv to make major concessions, and raised more questions than it answers. Here’s what to know and what to watch.
Saudi Crown Prince's US Trip Fuels Iran Mediation Speculation

This edition of the Farda Briefing looks at speculation about the Saudis facilitating talks between Tehran and Washington over Iran's nuclear program.
Andriy Yermak, Zelenskyy's Talisman -- Or Albatross?

Andriy Yermak, Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy’s chief of staff, has been implicated in a corruption scandal that is shaking the political establishment in Kyiv. But who is the man seen by many as the country's de facto number 2?
China Looks To Shore Up Influence In Central Asia After US Minerals Diplomacy

Chinese Foreign Minister Wang Yi is in the middle of a three-country tour of Central Asia focused on shoring up Chinese influence after a month where the region has been in Washington’s diplomatic spotlight due to its strategic mineral wealth.
A Tool Of Russian Propaganda? New Russia-Linked TV Station To Be Launched In Kyrgyzstan

A new Russia-linked television station is set to launch its operations in Kyrgyzstan. There are fears that Russia could use the new media outlet as a tool for spreading its propaganda in Central Asia.
Ukraine's Anti-Graft Chief Warns Of High-Level Pressure As Energy Sector Scandal Deepens

The head of Ukraine's leading anti-corruption agency says pressure on the investigation into the country's explosive corruption scandal was discussed in "high offices," as a major political crisis builds around President Volodymyr Zelenskyy.
Brawl Exposes Growing Anti-Chinese Sentiment In Kyrgyzstan

A brawl between Chinese and Kyrgyz construction workers in Kyrgyzstan has sparked an anti-Chinese backlash on social media.
EU Looking At 3 Options For Ukraine Financing

The EU is looking at how it can meet Ukraine's financing needs, including a loan using frozen Russian assets, for next year and the year after.
Wider Europe Briefing: Will The EU Be Able To Create A 'Military Schengen'?

What exactly would a “military Schengen” look like?
Is The EU Edging Closer To A 'Military Schengen'?

Europe is ramping up defense spending. But one issue has largely been neglected -- how to move military equipment from one country to another as quickly as possible in the case of conflict.
Left In The Dark: Ukrainians Facing Another Cold Winter As Russia Targets Energy Infrastructure

Russian strikes have already sparked power reductions to Ukrainians across the country, increasing fears of how people will cope during the harsh winter.

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