Egypt: Massive Oil Debts Soar as Economy Slumps
Cairo owes foreign oil companies billions of dollars as economy struggles to recover from political turmoil
Ukraine: Richest Man Rinat Akhmetov Will Keep Investing as Pro-Russian Militias Tighten Grip
Ukrainian metals and media tycoon says he has no plans to sell off his businesses.
Russia Entering Recession on US and EU Sanctions, says IMF
International Monetary Fund says Russia experiencing two consecutive quarters of negative growth.
Ukraine Economy Wounded as First Quarter GDP Shrinks
Ukraine's economy shrunk in the first quarter of 2014 as political turmoil engulfed the country.
Russia's Foreign Minister Slams 'Weak' West over Sanctions
Sergei Lavrov says sanctions are work of 'weak politicians trying to blame others'
What do US Russia Sanctions Mean for Putin?
Sanctions by Washington are highly personal attack on Russian president
IMF Warns of Ukraine Economic Fallout for Eastern Europe
International Monetary Fund report slashes growth prospects for eastern Europe amid an 'unusual constellation of risks'.
Gazprom Says Tougher Russia Sanctions Could Disrupt Europe's Gas Supply
Gazprom warns deeper sanctions could lead to Europe's gas supplies being cut off.
Russia Lashes Out at European Union Over Sanctions
Moscow accuses Brussels of doing Washington's bidding after EU slaps sanctions on individuals tied to Kremlin.
Russian Markets Rise on Relief Over Sanctions
The Russian rouble gained along with markets after Western leaders announced new sanctions over Ukraine.
Russian Confusion Over High Tech Sanctions Impact
Russia's finance minister Anton Siluanov says he can't see any impact, deputy foreign minister disagrees.
Crimea Annexation 'Robbed Ukraine Economy of $80bn '
Kiev to seek compensation in European Court of Human Rights over losses incurred over Crimea
Ukraine Takes Gazprom to Court Over 'Political Gas Price'
Ukraine's Naftogaz is taking court action against Russia'a Gazprom over the price hikes.
US and Europe Target Putin's Inner Circle with Fresh Russia Sanctions
White House and EU announce fresh Russia sanctions targets over failure to implement Geneva agreement.
Gold Holds on Russia Sanctions Threat
Gold prices steadied on Monday as markets braced for Western sanctions on Russia.
Russia Sanctions Threat Pushes Oil Prices Higher
The United States and the European Union could impose sanctions as early as Monday.
Ukraine Crisis: Russia Debt Insurance Spikes to Three-Year High as Sanctions Loom
The cost of insuring against Russia's government debt has risen to highest level since November 2011.
Security Watchdog Team Seized by Pro-Russia Insurgents in Slaviansk
Rebels detain 13 passengers aboard Organisation for Security and Cooperation in Europe bus in east Ukraine
Can Russia Really go it Alone?
President Vladimir Putin thinks so, but how would it fare outside the global system?
Iranians Wake up to Massive 75% Petrol Price Hike as Subsidies are Slashed
The Iranian government has slashed the subsidy on fuel as prices increased by as much as 75%
Russia Credit Rating Cut: What it Means and Who it Affects
Standard and Poor's ratings agency downgrades Russian debt but economic impact will be limited
Barack Obama to Rally EU Over Russia Sanctions Push
President to call European leaders in bid to force through joint sanctions against Russia
Gazprombank Shifts Billions in Foreign Currency to Central Bank 'Haven' from US Sanctions
Russia's third biggest bank has moved $7bn to the Russian central bank, as the country's lenders look to repatriate funds.
Afghanistan Elections: Why Victory for Abdullah Abdullah Could be Great News for the West
Frontrunner in Afghan elections is a moderate who has championed women's rights and helped fight the Taliban.
Frenemies Reunited: Turkey-Israel Gas Deal On Horizon
Energy holding company Turcas is in negotiations to purchase natural gas from Israel's Leviathan field.
Turkey's Central Bank Defies Erdogan and Holds Interest Rates
Turkey's central bank maintained interest rate levels on Thursday despite pressure for a cut from PM Erdogan.
Russia: Gazprom Slaps Naftogaz in Ukraine With Multibillion Dollar Gas Bill
Russian energy giant wants extra $11.4bn, more than five times original sum demanded over gas dispute.
Spain Growing at Fastest Rate For Years
The Spanish recovery is back on track as the economy registered its fastest growth rate in six years.
Obama Russia Sanctions Threat Hikes Oil Prices
US President says America will increase sanctions if Russia doesn't abide by Geneva agreement.
South Africa: Illegal Mining Booms as Regular Industry Falls Into Decline
The deadly industry in the hills surrounding Johannesburg draws thousands to work.
