Merkel: Eastern Ukraine Elections Were Illegal

The video covers the US midterm elections where Republicans gained control of the Senate and Congress, impacting the remainder of President Obama's term. It also discusses German Chancellor Angela Merkel's view on the illegality of elections in Ukraine's rebel-held regions and her stance on maintaining sanctions against Russia. Additionally, the video addresses the decline in crude oil prices, with WTI and Brent trading at low levels due to increased supply and market speculation.

What significant political change occurred in the US midterm elections?

• Independents gained control of the Senate.

• Republicans gained control of the Senate.

• The Senate remained unchanged.

• Democrats gained control of the Senate.

What was Angela Merkel's position on the elections in Ukraine's eastern regions?

• She supported the elections.

• She deemed the elections illegal.

• She was indifferent to the elections.

• She called for new elections.

Why did Angela Merkel see no reason to lift economic sanctions on Russia?

• Due to improved relations with the EU.

• Because of a peace treaty with Ukraine.

• Due to Russia's military presence in the region.

• Because of Russia's economic growth.

What is the trend in crude oil prices as discussed in the transcript?

• Crude oil prices are stable.

• Crude oil prices are declining.

• Crude oil prices are rising.

• Crude oil prices are unpredictable.

What action did Saudi Arabia take regarding its crude oil pricing?

• Stopped exporting to the US.

• Kept prices unchanged.

• Decreased prices to the US.

• Increased prices to the US.