The Russian billionaires whose chemical factories fuel Russia's war machine
The billionaires include Roman Abramovich, former owner of Chelsea Football Club, and Vagit Alekperov, who was ranked by Forbes in April as Russia's richest man.
Mon Dec 30 2024
Soccer: Chelsea post 121.3 million pounds loss, blame sanctions on ex-owner Abramovich
Chelsea were not allowed to sell tickets, resulting in a loss of revenue, while their operational spend was curtailed due to UK sanctions.
Tue Mar 28 2023
Jersey police admit unlawfully searching premises linked to Roman Abramovich - Document
Jersey Police have agreed to pay damages and apologise to Russian billionaire Roman Abramovich.
Thu Nov 10 2022
Soccer - Premier League celebrates 30 year rise to global dominance
EPL marks three decades of having the English club football transformed into the world's leading sports entertainment product.
Tue Aug 16 2022
US wins authority to seize Russian oligarch's planes
Russian oligarchs such as Abramovich will not be permitted to violate US export regulations without consequence, a US official said.
Tue Jun 07 2022
Ukraine and Russia: What you need to know right now
Defence Minister Shoigu said Russia had degraded Ukraine's military and would respond if NATO supplied planes and air defence systems.
Wed Mar 30 2022
Billionaire Abramovich, Ukrainian peace negotiators hit by suspected poisoning - Reports
Abramovich and the negotiators showed symptoms including red eyes, constant and painful tearing, and peeling skin on their faces and hands.
Tue Mar 29 2022
Ukraine and Russia: What you need to know right now
Nearly 5,000 people, including about 210 children, have been killed in besieged Mariupol, according to the mayor's spokesperson.
Tue Mar 29 2022
Russia seeks Indian investment in its oil and gas sector
Some western allies have encouraged India to condemn Russias actions in Ukraine, after New Delhi abstained from voting against Moscow.
Sat Mar 12 2022
Roman Abramovich's English dream turns into nightmare after Russia's war in Ukraine
Russian oligarch Roman Abramovich's English dream turned into a nightmare after Russia launched its war on Ukraine, triggering a bloody war in Europe.
Sat Mar 12 2022
Mourinho enjoying improved relationship with Abramovich
Chelsea manager Jose Mourinho is enjoying an improved relationship with owner Roman Abramovich ahead of the new Premier League season.
Tue Aug 04 2015
Chelsea 'ashamed' and 'disgusted' over racist fans
Jose Mourinho admits he and Chelsea are "ashamed" and owner Roman Abramovich is said to be "disgusted" at the now infamous racist incident involving the club's fans in Paris this week.
Fri Feb 20 2015
S.Korea braces for tough US trade talks, liberal party issues caution
Seoul will work closely with the US for a mutually beneficial solution, prioritising national interest, says Han Duck-soo.
Mon Apr 21 2025
Netflix shares rise as rosy outlook calms investors' nerves amid tariff fears
Netflix reassures investors that it could withstand any economic downturn amid a tariff laden economic climate.
Mon Apr 21 2025
China sanctions US congress members, officials and NGO heads
China warns any US misstep on Hong Kong will face firm, reciprocal countermeasures, says foreign ministry spokesperson.
Mon Apr 21 2025
How to take the most from the present De-Facto peace period in Armenia-Azerbaijan relations
The Antalya Diplomacy Forum presents rare opportunity for trilateral engagement among foreign ministers of three South Caucasian countries.
Mon Apr 21 2025
Tariff deal talks to dominate IMF-World Bank meetings this week
Policymakers to gauge damage from Trump's tariff barrage.
Mon Apr 21 2025
World Economic Forum founder Klaus Schwab steps down as Chair
The Board appoints Vice Chairman Peter Brabeck-Letmathe as interim Chair and establishes a search committee to identify permanent successor.
Mon Apr 21 2025
Japan to voice concern over US trade deal inconsistency, PM Ishiba says
Japan PM voices "grave concern" over inconsistency between the deal and President Donald Trump's latest automobile tariffs.
Mon Apr 21 2025
China stops buying LNG from US, replaces with gas from neighbouring countries
China compensated for the loss of LNG volumes by increasing purchases from its regional neighbours.
Mon Apr 21 2025
China warns countries against striking trade deals with US at its expense
China is determined and capable of safeguarding its own rights and interests, the ministry said.
Mon Apr 21 2025
South Korea finds 'Made in Korea' breaches intended to avoid US tariffs
Customs uncovers US$20.81 million in country-of-origin violations, mainly involving foreign products from China.
Mon Apr 21 2025