Lukoil’s NORSI refinery in Nizhny Novgorod halves capacity after Ukrainian drone strikes, impacting a quarter of Russia’s refining output.
The US charges former Cuban leader Raul Castro over a 1996 attack that killed four American pilots, escalating tensions amid political clashes with Cuba.
Israel faces sharp criticism from the EU and US after a minister posted a video showing detained pro-Palestinian activists kneeling with bound hands, sparking diplomatic protests.
SpaceX files for a record-setting $75 billion IPO on Nasdaq, revealing $18.7B revenue and plans to maintain Musk's leadership while focusing on innovation over dividends.
NATO confirms ongoing delivery of US air defense missiles to Ukraine under the PURL program, reinforcing Western support amidst the prolonged conflict.
The UK authorized indefinite imports of diesel and aviation fuel from Russian oil processed abroad, responding to rising fuel prices and global energy supply tensions.
The US Senate voted 50-47 to advance a resolution requiring presidential Congressional approval for military actions against Iran amid ongoing hostilities and a fragile ceasefire.
President Trump postponed a planned May 19 strike on Iran after Gulf leaders urged restraint; intense negotiations continue amid ongoing regional tensions.
Russian military strikes damaged port and energy infrastructure in southern Ukraine, while drone attacks targeted urban areas in Kharkiv, signaling escalating conflict impacts on critical sectors.
Moscow has granted agrément for Clemens von Goetze to become Germany's next ambassador amid tense Russo-German relations and ongoing diplomatic reshuffles.
EU foreign policy chief Kaya Kallas warns that Russia, China, and the US use divide-and-rule tactics to weaken European Union unity, urging member states to maintain collective strength.
Paris prosecutors report around 20 alleged Jeffrey Epstein victims have come forward, advancing investigations into human trafficking facilitators in France.