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UKRAINE

Japan Times
COMMENTARY / World
Dec 21, 2022
Is there too much economic gloom and doom?
Souring macroeconomic conditions and monetary-policy tightening have led some commentators to warn of an impending mega-crisis. Yet there is ample evidence to suggest otherwise.
Japan Times
WORLD
Dec 21, 2022
Ukraine’s Zelenskyy plans in-person address to U.S. Congress
Zelenskyy's visit would be his first trip outside his country since Russia invaded on Feb. 24.
Japan Times
COMMENTARY / World
Dec 20, 2022
Southeast Asia’s reliance on not taking a stand is a dangerous bet
Southeast Asian nations trying to distance themselves from the increasingly contentious relationship between China and Western governments makes sense for a lot of reasons but is also dangerous.
Japan Times
OLYMPICS
Dec 20, 2022
IOC chief Thomas Bach faces 'dilemma' over Russian athletes
The International Olympic Committee has agreed to 'explore' a proposal allowing athletes from Russia and Belarus to compete in international events in Asia.
Japan Times
WORLD
Dec 20, 2022
'It all fell on me': Russian mothers alone as draft exiles dads
The chaotic and hurried exodus of tens of thousands of military-age men has torn apart families and piled pressure on mothers.
Japan Times
WORLD
Dec 20, 2022
Ukraine cries foul as Russian-annexed Crimea showers Syria with wheat
The development comes as a sign of tightening economic ties between two allies shunned by the West.
Japan Times
WORLD
Dec 20, 2022
Putin says situation extremely difficult in several Ukrainian regions
In comments made on Security Services Day, Putin also ordered the strengthening of Russia's borders and instructed special services to keep greater control of society.
Japan Times
BUSINESS / ANALYSIS
Dec 20, 2022
EU unity over Russia sanctions falters as Europe's economy wilts
EU leaders agreed on Thursday to a ninth package of sanctions but talks were acrimonious, with Poland and the Baltic states that neighbor Russia campaigning for tougher measures.
Japan Times
WORLD
Dec 19, 2022
Ukraine watchful of borders as Putin heads to Belarus
Putin's visit comes amid discussion of a possible new Russian offensive, which some fear could originate from Belarus.
Japan Times
COMMENTARY / World
Dec 18, 2022
Are Europe’s Russia sanctions a shot in the foot?
If the European Union is enduring severe economic pain while Russia's Ukraine war proceeds apace, sanctions become tantamount to self-flagellation.
Japan Times
JAPAN
Dec 18, 2022
Buying a bomb shelter in Japan's suburbs
Nao Engineering, which has been selling its Crisis-1 shelters since December 2021, has seen a surge in inquiries after Russia's invasion of Ukraine in February.
Japan Times
WORLD
Dec 18, 2022
‘This isn’t war. It’s the destruction of the Russian people by their own commanders.’
Russia has been at war most of the year, yet its army seems less prepared than ever.
Japan Times
WORLD
Dec 17, 2022
Emergency blackouts ensue in Ukraine after major Russian missile strike
Kyiv introduces emergency blackouts across the country as a result of an attack believed to be one of the largest missile barrages since Russia invaded in February.
Japan Times
WORLD
Dec 16, 2022
Russia rains missiles on Ukraine's infrastructure, forcing power shutdowns
The latest Russian assault followed warnings from Ukrainian officials that Moscow plans a new all-out offensive early next year.
Japan Times
WORLD
Dec 16, 2022
Patriot missiles offer crucial but limited help for Ukraine
The move to send the missiles by the U.S. will send a strong message to both Moscow and European allies that Washington is prepared to support Kyiv with some of its most advanced weaponry.
Japan Times
WORLD
Dec 16, 2022
The global supply trail that leads to Russia’s killer drones
The supplies also included model aircraft engines made by a Japanese company, Saito Seisakusho, as shown in photos of drones recovered in Ukraine.
Japan Times
WORLD
Dec 14, 2022
Ukraine secures €1 billion in aid 'to get through winter'
Around 70 countries and international organizations gathered in Paris for a meeting aimed at enabling Ukrainians 'to get through this winter.'
Japan Times
WORLD
Dec 14, 2022
Washington considers sending advanced air defense system to Ukraine
The news came as allies pledged just over $1.05 billion to help Ukrainians survive the freezing winter.
Japan Times
COMMENTARY / Japan / Geoeconomic Briefing
Dec 13, 2022
As war in Ukraine continues, Poland and Hungary threaten EU stability
Following Moscow's invasion, divisions have appeared in the bloc, with Warsaw and Budapest leading the charge of those willing to put themselves ahead of the group.
Japan Times
OLYMPICS
Dec 13, 2022
U.S. chiefs back 'neutral' Russian and Belarusian athletes at Paris 2024
The two countries have been isolated from international sports ever since Russia launched its invasion of Ukraine in February.
Japanese stripper bids to have her porn movies taken off internet
Plaintiff Miyuki Ariga (left) speaks at a news conference along with her lawyer, Yoshitomo Morohashi, after filing a lawsuit at the Tokyo District Court on Monday.
Kishida defends planned rule to revoke foreigners' residency
Prime Minister Fumio Kishida speaks during a meeting of the Lower House Judicial Affairs Committee on Wednesday.
Human bone-like objects found at Nippon Steel plant’s molten iron pot, with one worker missing
Police believe it’s highly possible that human bones found in a molten iron pot at Nippon Steel's Oita factory belong to a missing male employee.
Japanese billionaire sues Meta over investment scams using his image
Entrepreneurs Yusaku Maezawa (second from right) and Takafumi Horie (third from right) attend a study session on fake social media ads and investment scams at the Liberal Democratic Party headquarters in Tokyo on April 10.
Was Onosato's defeat of Terunofuji an era-defining bout?
Onosato (right) defeats Terunofuji at the Ryogoku Kokugikan in Tokyo on May 12. While nothing in sumo is guaranteed, it seems almost inevitable that Onosato is destined for the top of the sport's pyramid.
Unraveling the Japanese prose of Yukio Mishima
Author Yukio Mishima accepts the Arts Festival Award in the drama category at the 20th Arts Festival Award Ceremony on Jan. 22, 1966.
New Taiwan president to set tone for ties with China at inauguration
Taiwan President-elect Lai Ching-te arrives at the CyberSec 2024 Exhibition in Taipei on Wednesday.
Japanese billionaire sues Meta over investment scams using his image
Entrepreneurs Yusaku Maezawa (second from right) and Takafumi Horie (third from right) attend a study session on fake social media ads and investment scams at the Liberal Democratic Party headquarters in Tokyo on April 10.
Japanese rap creates its mecca in Pop Yours
Tokyo-based artist Jumadiba says he forgoes the label of simply “rap” for his music because the Japanese rap scene isn’t confined to a particular sound.
Was Onosato's defeat of Terunofuji an era-defining bout?
Onosato (right) defeats Terunofuji at the Ryogoku Kokugikan in Tokyo on May 12. While nothing in sumo is guaranteed, it seems almost inevitable that Onosato is destined for the top of the sport's pyramid.

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