Sweden Revamps ‘World’s Largest Underground Navy Base’ for ‘Fear of Powerful Russian Weapons’

The Swedish Navy’s triumphant return to its Cold War-era fortress fits the country’s ongoing militarisation pattern, characterised by budget hikes and the return of the draft, coupled with panic-inducing rhetoric. … Read More >Sweden Revamps ‘World’s Largest Underground Navy Base’ for ‘Fear of Powerful Russian Weapons’

Following Flushing of Dollars, Yuan-Based Assets Take Top Spot in Russia’s Massive Forex Cushion

Russia has steadily built up its foreign exchange and gold reserves in recent years, amassing a hoard of over 2,200 tonnes of bullion, and total foreign exchange reserves worth the equivalent of $529 billion as of September 1. … Read More >Following Flushing of Dollars, Yuan-Based Assets Take Top Spot in Russia’s Massive Forex Cushion