
Briar Stewart
Foreign Correspondent
Briar Stewart is a CBC correspondent, based in London. During her nearly two decades with CBC, she has reported across Canada and internationally. She can be reached at [email protected] or on X @briarstewart.
Latest from Briar Stewart
Ukraine just suffered its deadliest attack on civilians this year. Experts say it's part of a grim trend
The latest attack on Ukraine, which saw at least 35 civilians killed in Sumy, is part of an increasing number of civilians deaths since the beginning of the year, according to the UN.
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As U.S. tariffs roil markets, Canadian businesses build on European ties at world trade fair
Thousands of businesses convened on Hanover Germany this week for one of the largest industrial technology fairs in the world at a time when many nations, including Canada, are trying to adapt to U.S. tariffs and protectionism.
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Denmark considered U.S. one of its closest allies. Now many Danes are refusing to buy American
A movement in Denmark to boycott American goods reflects the current mood of the population of nearly six million, which feels alienated and even threatened by the messaging coming from the U.S.
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Analysis
After Putin's 2.5-hour call with Trump, some in Russia see a diplomatic victory
Russian President Vladimir Putin's call with U.S. President Donald Trump is being viewed as a triumph in Moscow and an opportunity for more economic collaboration with Washington.
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The U.S. says the 'ball is now in Russia's court.' But what really happens if Putin agrees to a ceasefire?
Ukraine agreeing to an interim ceasefire along the sprawling 1,200 kilometre frontline Tuesday was hailed as a major step toward peace, but Russia has yet to respond to the U.S. proposal and reaching an agreement will be a challenge, observers say. If Russia does accept, making the truce an enduring one could involve thousands of peacekeepers.
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The U.S. has long been a target of Russia's ire. Under Trump, the tone has changed
There is a dramatic shift happening in Russia, when it comes to how Russian officials and state media view the U.S. government under Donald Trump.
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As U.S. halts military aid, there is concern in Ukraine amid an effort to repair soured relations
As Ukraine tries to repair its fractured relations with the U.S. administration, Kyiv says it will be able to hold the sprawling front line in the ongoing war with Russia. But those fighting along it are worried by the decisions and tone coming from Washington.
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In Ukraine, a mix of anger and pride as Zelenskyy called disrespectful and ordered out of White House
After a combative exchange between Ukraine's president and the Trump administration, the view from Ukraine is of anger and worry — but also pride.
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What NATO patrols are watching in the Baltic Sea after undersea cables were severed
At a time when the eight NATO nations bordering the Baltic Sea are on high alert after a string of undersea power and internet cables were suspiciously severed, Russia's shadow fleet is getting extra attention.
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CBC IN UKRAINE
Ukrainians in Kherson survived Russia's occupation. Now, they're being hunted by drones
Authorities in Kherson, Ukraine, believe Russian soldiers are deliberately targeting and terrorizing civilians with drones in an attempt to get them to leave the area.
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