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The number of Americans seeking British citizenship reached an all-time high in 2025, driven by various factors including immigration policies and social conditions.

Trump's administration is poised to increase a newly implemented tariff from 10% to 15% shortly, following earlier legal rulings regarding its tariff practices.

A Bloomberg survey triggers speculation about possible early resignation of ECB President Christine Lagarde before the end of her term in October 2027.

A new application for distributing food aid developed in Turku has received innovative funding and aims to improve food access for those in need.

Heavy battlefield losses are hindering Russia's ability to initiate a new offensive in Ukraine, according to Western military analysts.

President Lee Jae-myung's capital market reforms have been credited with driving an unprecedented surge in the South Korean stock market, according to Bloomberg analysis.

Bloomberg reports that the United States aims to conclude the war in Ukraine by July 4th, according to anonymous sources linked to NATO.

Meta has signed a deal with Advanced Micro Devices (AMD) concerning artificial intelligence equipment valued at several billion dollars.

The Trump administration is reportedly aiming to finalize a peace agreement between Russia and Ukraine by July 4, as indicated by NATO allies, though skepticism remains about meeting this timeline.

Trump is aiming for a resolution to the Ukraine war before the U.S. Independence Day celebrations on July 4, despite continuing Russian resistance to key demands.

Turku has won a prestigious international competition for its innovative food aid platform, securing over a million euros in funding.

The EU is set to freeze the ratification of its trade agreement with the USA, demanding more information from President Donald Trump's administration regarding the new tariff program.

The EU is postponing the ratification of a trade agreement with the USA while seeking more information regarding the Trump administration's new tariff program.

The EU Parliament has decided to postpone the ratification of a trade agreement with the USA while seeking more information about the Trump administration's new tariff program.

The U.S. Supreme Court has ruled against most of the tariffs imposed by former President Trump, marking a significant legal defeat for him and impacting his economic agenda.

Thailand has become a significant transit hub for Chinese drone exports to Russia, bypassing Western sanctions with a substantial increase in trade volume.

Italy is preparing a comprehensive reform of its electricity market by planning to remove carbon costs from electricity bills, significantly impacting future trading prices.

Sony is considering delaying the PlayStation 6 console release until 2029 due to a memory shortage caused by the AI boom, according to Bloomberg.

On February 19, 2026, the interbank exchange rate for the dollar in Mexico is 17.25 pesos, reflecting a 0.25% gain, according to Bloomberg data.

Ursula von der Leyen and several EU commissioners are scheduled to visit Greenland in March.

The release of the anticipated Playstation 6 may be postponed until 2029 due to a memory crisis affecting console manufacturers, according to sources cited by Bloomberg.

US government agencies are developing a minimum pricing system for rare metals to reduce dependence on China and attract private investment in the sector.

Christine Lagarde, the president of the European Central Bank, is expected to resign before the French presidential elections scheduled for April 2027, according to reports from the Financial Times and Bloomberg.

Record ice cover in the Baltic Sea threatens to hinder Russian oil exports due to a lack of specialized vessels.

A Bloomberg report highlights the increasing costs of U.S. military operations abroad, estimating that Americans will ultimately bear nearly $8 trillion in debt for these wars.

Hungary has officially requested Croatia to ensure the transport of Russian oil through the Adria pipeline amidst challenges in supply due to the conflict in Ukraine.

According to Bloomberg, U.S. military operations in the Caribbean, primarily focused on the situation in Venezuela and the capture of President Nicolás Maduro, have cost nearly $3 billion to date.

Sweden is contemplating the adoption of the euro as a response to changing geopolitical dynamics.

Financial institutions revise their growth forecasts for Malaysia's economy in 2026 upward, anticipating growth to exceed the government's official estimations due to a strong last quarter performance.

Warner Bros. Discovery is considering resuming negotiations for a sale with rival Paramount Skydance after receiving a new hostile proposal, according to Bloomberg News.

A report highlights that the Russian army's increasing reliance on foreign fighters is attributed to heavy losses in the Ukraine conflict that outpace their ability to recruit new ranks.

The former mayor of Tequila, Jalisco, Diego Rivera, has been accused of extorting a major tequila producer and has alleged ties to the Jalisco New Generation Cartel.

European nations are discussing the enhancement of their nuclear deterrent capabilities in response to security concerns following the U.S. decision to temporarily halt military intelligence sharing with Ukraine.

Russia is presenting proposals aimed at rekindling economic ties with the United States, potentially at the expense of its relationship with China.

European nations are discussing the establishment of their own nuclear weapons defense systems due to a perceived decrease in U.S. reliability as an ally.

Russia's leadership considers a proposal to revert to using the US dollar, as reported by Bloomberg.

Russian military losses in the war against Ukraine have outpaced the Kremlin's ability to replenish its forces with new recruits, according to Western intelligence data reported by Bloomberg.

In January, Russian military losses in Ukraine outnumbered new troop recruits by approximately 9,000 according to Bloomberg.

Venezuela has resumed crude oil shipments to Israel for the first time since the US imposed sanctions and a military operation to capture President Nicolas Maduro.

Reports indicate that President Trump is privately considering withdrawing the U.S. from the North American Free Trade Agreement amid critical negotiations with Canada and Mexico.

Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy announced that trilateral talks with Russia are scheduled for mid-February in the U.S., pending Russian agreement.

The Polish government has abandoned plans to hold Adam Glapiński accountable before the State Tribunal due to concerns that legal battles could undermine foreign investors' confidence and internal political dynamics.

The article discusses how Donald Trump's naval deployments in the Caribbean and off Iran could detract from a critical focus on Asia, where economic power is shifting.

US President Donald Trump plans to direct the Pentagon to use federal funding and contracts to bolster the domestic coal industry and reliance on fossil fuels.

Andrea Orcel, the CEO of UniCredit, expressed enthusiasm for a potential second term in a recent Bloomberg TV interview.

Bloomberg's analysis highlights that Trump’s peace efforts reportedly distorted the balance of power in favor of Moscow during ongoing Ukraine-Russia negotiations.

A shipment of crude oil from Venezuela is reportedly headed to Israel following the resumption of exports after President Nicolás Maduro's arrest by the U.S. last month.

Two Southern European countries expressed concerns about the EU's potential new sanctions on Russian oil, fearing impacts on the shipping industry and energy prices.

Venezuela has exported a shipment of crude oil to Israel for the first time in years, according to Bloomberg.

Venezuela has sent its first oil shipment to Israel in six years following the arrest of President Nicolás Maduro by American forces.