Support for Russia's War Economy?: A German Auto Parts Supplier
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German auto parts supplier Schaeffler is selling its factory in Russia. But a letter to the Russian president and a questionable loan are raising questions about the role of a Russian oligarch in the deal – and whether the plant could supply parts to Putin
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Russia will boost spending on domestic car parts production
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Latest Russia-Ukraine updates: Battles rage for Ukraine's cities, Russia-Ukraine war News
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Russia's War Economy
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German car parts suppliers plan job cuts amid costly EV transition
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Russia war could further escalate auto prices and shortages
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Ripple effects from Russia-Ukraine war test global economies
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Explainer: Bakhmut: Why Russia and Ukraine are battling so hard for one small city
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Ukraine War Live Updates: Not Trying To Overthrow Ukrainian Government, Says Russia
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Why Ukraine matters to Russia Research News - The Indian Express
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UPDATE - Automotive supply chain impacts due to Ukraine crisis - Just Auto