Monday, December 15, 2025

https://activitypub.writeworks.uk/2025/12/monday-december-15-2025/

In a new step taken to support greater and more diverse #access to #scientific opportunities, and in response to current global hardships, the EGU Council has introduced a #EmergencySupportPolicy to assist researchers in crisis or conflict regions worldwide, providing #funding and #logistical #support on an unprecedented global scale.

🧵Read more here: https://egu.eu/3AG2NE

Wednesday, August 6, 2025

“No other choice,” Syrskyi says Ukraine must mobilize to counter growing Russian forces — Food shortage is coming: experts warn Russia’s war on inflation risks Soviet-style economy collapse — Over $1 billion secured for US weapons via NATO program — Over 330 Russian troops killed in failed attack in Sumy Oblast video footage shows … and more

https://activitypub.writeworks.uk/2025/08/wednesday-august-6-2025/

#Russian military freight train blown up

“The #Muscovites’ key #logistical artery on the occupied territory of #Zaporizhzhia Oblast and #Crimea has been destroyed,” HUR’s statement said.

The agency stopped short of claiming responsibility for blowing up the Russian train station in southern Zaporizhzhia Oblast, but said "the fight against the #military logistics of the #Russian occupiers continues."

https://kyivindependent.com/russian-freight-train-blown-up-on-its-way-to-crimea-claims-ukrainian-intelligence/

#RussiaInvadedUkraine #StandWithUkraine #freight #trains #Ukraine

Monday, June 2, 2025

Russian soldiers surrendered because ‘abuse in units is worse than captivity’ — As Trump fails to sanction Moscow, few expect breakthrough during upcoming Russia-Ukraine talks — Ukraine in photos; May 2025 — [vlog/video] Germany steps up aid after Russia’s unprecedented attacks … and more

https://activitypub.writeworks.uk/2025/06/monday-june-2-2025/

According to the #EuropeanDroughtObservatory, central and eastern #Europe is experiencing an early and severe #drought, threatening #agriculture and #foodsecurity. Affected countries include #Germany, #Poland, #Ukraine, #Belarus, #Greece, #Sweden, and #Ireland. Over half of #Germany reports extreme #topsoil #drought, as well as drops in #water levels of the #RhineRiver, which has disrupted cargo #transport and raised #logistical costs. Read more: https://www.isciences.com/blog/2025/04/18/europe-widespread-deficits-continue-throughout-e-europe

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A decade of #logistics performance in #Africa: Navigating #trade and the blue #economy
The #African #continent, with its vast resources and #strategic #geographic positioning, stands at the cusp of a #logistical #revolution that could redefine its role in global #trade. The #Logistics Performance Index (LPI), a detailed gauge developed by the World #Bank, has chronicled #Africa’s trade logistics landscape since 2007, offering a snapshot of its performance in customs efficiency, #infrastructure, international shipments, and the overall quality of logistics services.

The LPI’s readings over the years have highlighted a continent on the move, making strides in some areas while facing persistent challenges in others. With the African Continental Free Trade Agreement ( #AfCFTA ) poised to create the world’s largest free trade area, the spotlight intensifies on the necessity for logistical excellence.

As Africa confronts the twin tasks of advancing its blue #economy and maximizing the AfCFTA’s potential, the LPI not only reflects past and present performance but also serves as a beacon for what could be achieved through sustained focus and development in logistics.

English https://thebftonline.com/2024/02/27/maritime-bulletin-with-cimag-a-decade-of-logistics-performance-in-africa-navigating-trade-and-the-blue-economy/

French https://thebftonline-com.translate.goog/2024/02/27/maritime-bulletin-with-cimag-a-decade-of-logistics-performance-in-africa-navigating-trade-and-the-blue-economy/?_x_tr_sl=auto&_x_tr_tl=fr&_x_tr_hl=fr&_x_tr_pto=wapp