World

Searching for allies against Ukraine, Russia now presents itself as the leader of a global culture war against moral depravity. It’s not working. Source

Senior officials are setting a robust GDP growth target of more than 5% for next year as they loosen Covid rules and de-emphasize ideology Source

Moscow has stepped up its efforts to boost support across the resource-rich continent, including in Uganda Source

The Swiss National Bank made a similar move on a busy day for Europe’s most influential central banks Source

The Duke and Duchess of Sussex give details of alleged mistreatment, while many British viewers roll their eyes Source

Kyiv seeks to destabilize occupying Russian forces and place them on the defensive Source

U.S. support for the pact remains uncertain, raising questions about its broader rollout and impact Source

The Chinese leader has long admired Vladimir Putin. Now, he is strengthening ties between the two nations with increased trade and energy partnerships. Source

Alleged ringleader of QAnon-inspired conspiracy sought but failed to gain Russian backing Source

Prosecutors are investigating whether presidential campaigns properly accounted for any role consulting firms played in their activities Source