Energy crisis in Europe
OPEC: Saudis aren’t afraid of US anymore
The surprise OPEC+ reduction consolidates the Saudi-Russian energy alliance, by aligning their production levels and placing them on equal footing. It is a slap in the face for the US
Soaring cost of living crisis puts Europe on short fuse
The ongoing cost of living crisis and fuel shortages as well as the failure of governments to handle the crisis has triggered protests by working class and poor sections across Europe