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Ukraine’s Neptune Missiles Strike Novorossiysk Port, Damaging Key Russian Infrastructure

  Ukraine's President Volodymyr Zelenskiy awards a Ukrainian serviceman while he visits a command position of the 65th Separate Mechanized Brigade 'Velykyi Luh' at a front line, amid Russia's attack on Ukraine, in Zaporizhzhia region, Ukraine November 13, 2025. Ukrainian forces carried out a significant overnight strike on Russia’s Black Sea port of Novorossiysk , using domestically produced Neptune cruise missiles . The attack, which took place on the night of November 13–14, 2025 , targeted strategic military and energy facilities in the port city of Krasnodar Krai. According to Ukraine’s General Staff, the strike damaged valuable port infrastructure , including the Sheskharis oil terminal , a launcher from Russia’s S-400 air defense system , and a missile storage site. The latter reportedly detonated, causing fires across the port area. Video footage and reports confirmed that drones accompanied the missile barrage, amplifying the destruction. President Volodymyr ...

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EU's Balancing Act: Negotiations vs. Tariffs in Trade Dispute with US

The European Union (EU) has taken a significant step in addressing trade tensions with the United States. While emphasizing its preference for negotiations, the EU has proposed its first retaliatory tariffs on U.S. imports. This move comes in response to the U.S. imposing steep tariffs on steel, aluminum, and other goods, which the EU views as unjustified and damaging.

EU Trade Commissioner Maros Sefcovic has expressed hope for a "zero-for-zero" tariff agreement, aiming to eliminate tariffs on industrial goods. However, the EU is prepared to implement countermeasures if negotiations fail to yield results. The bloc plans to impose targeted tariffs on U.S. imports, with some taking effect as early as April 15.

Despite the EU's readiness to retaliate, many member states have urged caution, highlighting the potential economic impact of escalating trade disputes. The EU's Anti-Coercion Instrument, which could target U.S. services or limit American companies' access to EU public procurement, remains a contentious option.

This delicate balancing act reflects the EU's commitment to protecting its single market while seeking a diplomatic resolution to the trade conflict.

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