## A Gloomy Forecast for Russia’s Economy After nearly three years of tumultuous conflict in Ukraine, Russia is finally experiencing the full brunt of economic sanctions from the West. This heavyweight pressure might just push Moscow to reconsider its ongoing war efforts. The [Atlantic Council](https://www.atlanticcouncil.org/) recently made this assertion, citing growing indications of economic strainThink Tank Predicts Economic Strain May Conclude Ukraine Conflict in 2023
Vladimir Putin’s New Year Assurance Vladimir Putin, in his New Year’s Eve address, boldly assured the Russian populace that all would be well as the country approached 2025. Emphasizing resilience, he mentioned that the nation was overcoming challenges and moving forward. The Russian President also marked 2025 as the "year of the Defender of thePutin Assures Russians of Positive Future in New Year Speech
## Ghana’s Ambitious Move: Backing the Cedi with Gold The African nation of Ghana is taking audacious steps to back its local currency, the Cedi, with gold. Vice President Mahamudu Bawumia has pledged to support this initiative as a solution to the nation’s economic instability. Although the policy is yet to be implemented, it couldNew Nation Plans to Anchor Currency with Gold, Abandon US Dollar
