Russian elites warn Putin against harsher internet restrictions that risk economic damage and rising public unrest, posing challenges for UK-EU business interests.
The death toll from a Ukrainian drone strike on Starobilsk's educational facilities has risen to 21, with 63 injured. The attack has implications for UK and European markets amid ongoing regional tensions.
London saw simultaneous anti-immigration and pro-Palestinian protests drawing large crowds and prompting police action, highlighting social tensions relevant to UK-EU relations and sterling markets.
Urban divorce rates in Uzbekistan are rising sharply, with one in three marriages ending in separation, signaling demographic changes that could impact UK and EU business interests.
Uzbekistan's new banking rule requires minimum balances on cards during debt repayments, influencing sterling flows and London market exposure.
The US has extended its suspension of sanctions on Russian oil exports until May 16, affecting UK and EU markets amid rising Russian oil revenues and geopolitical tensions.