After the murder of Julius Caesar, Brutus had an aureus minted showing him with a laurel wreath: a sign of his ambition to become emperor. A valuable gold coin – with propaganda value.
Rare Roman Brutus coin auctioned for 1.98 million euros
Riot police engage with stone-throwing protesters at World Cup opening
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IMF warns of worsening economic outlook for Russia amid shrinking growth
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Russia’s economic situation is deteriorating after two years of growth linked to a shift to a war economy, according to IMF Managing Director Kristalina Georgieva.