All articles tagged with #us russia tensions
Originally Published 3 months ago — by The Moscow Times
Russian official Dmitry Medvedev warned that supplying Tomahawk missiles to Ukraine could lead to severe consequences, including a potential nuclear response from Russia, amid escalating tensions over US military support for Ukraine.
Originally Published 1 year ago — by CNN
Despite initial volatility due to rising US-Russia tensions, US stock markets rebounded with the Dow closing down 0.28%, while the S&P 500 and Nasdaq ended the day up. The market's early reaction followed Moscow's change in nuclear doctrine after the US allowed Ukraine to use longer-range weapons against Russia. Investors initially sought safe havens like gold, which saw price increases, and US Treasury rates dipped. The escalation in the Russia-Ukraine conflict, marked by Ukraine's use of US-made missiles, contributed to market jitters.
Originally Published 1 year ago — by Yahoo Finance
Investors are turning to safe-haven assets like government bonds, the Japanese yen, and gold amid rising US-Russia tensions over Ukraine. The 10-year US Treasury yield fell to a three-week low, while the yen and gold prices rose. European shares and US stock futures declined, reflecting market concerns over Russia's updated nuclear doctrine and Ukraine's missile attack inside Russia. The Swiss franc and the dollar also saw gains as part of the safe-haven trade.
Originally Published 1 year ago — by Benzinga
Gold and natural gas prices surged as geopolitical tensions between the US and Russia escalated, following reports that President Biden authorized Ukraine to use American missiles against Russia. This policy shift has increased market volatility, with European equities declining and energy prices rising due to fears of supply disruptions. The situation is further complicated by North Korean troops aiding Russia and Gazprom halting gas supplies to Austria, raising concerns about energy shortages in Europe.
Originally Published 1 year ago — by Reuters Canada
Cuba announced that Russian warships will arrive in Havana next week, emphasizing that the ships carry no nuclear weapons and pose no threat to the region. This visit aligns with the historical friendly relations between Cuba and Russia and adheres to international regulations. The announcement follows U.S. reports of Russia's plans to send combat vessels to the Caribbean for naval exercises amid heightened U.S.-Russia tensions due to the Ukraine conflict. The U.S. Navy will monitor the exercises but does not view the arrival as threatening.
Originally Published 2 years ago — by Truthout
Tensions between the US and Russia are escalating as incidents involving their aircraft in Syria continue to occur. Two US MQ-9 Reaper drones were damaged by flares released from Russian jets, adding to a total of six incidents in July. These confrontations highlight the dangers of operating in close proximity and raise questions about the legal mandate for US forces in Syria. The US justifies its presence by assisting in targeting the remnants of ISIS, but the risks of escalation with Russia and Iran outweigh the benefits. Calls for the US to withdraw its forces from Syria are growing, but resistance remains in Washington. Restoring deconfliction rules and working towards de-escalation is crucial, while the US military presence in Syria needs to be reevaluated and withdrawn.
Originally Published 2 years ago — by POLITICO
A U.S. drone strike in Syria killed an Islamic State leader, Usamah al-Muhajir, shortly after the drones were harassed by Russian military jets. The drones had been searching for the militant when they were subjected to two hours of harassment. This incident follows three consecutive days of U.S. complaints about unsafe and unprofessional behavior by Russian fighter jets in the region. The U.S. military confirmed that no civilians were killed in the strike, but reports of a civilian injury are being assessed.