Drone strikes hit Russian cities Belgorod, Rostov-on-Don, and Engels airfield, causing fires and damaging logistics and energy infrastructure amid ongoing Ukraine conflict.
Russia’s July oil and gas revenues are expected to rise 60% year-on-year due to higher global oil prices, despite ongoing sanctions and a weaker year-to-date performance.
The IRGC has mined a tanker in the Strait of Hormuz and threatens to block unauthorized vessels, amid reports of a Greek-owned tanker’s possible seizure by Iran.
US military continues 11-night offensive strikes on Iran targeting strategic sites amid escalating regional hostilities and maritime security concerns.
The US has sent the first of a $100M humanitarian aid package to Cuba amid sanctions and military contingency planning by Washington.
The US conducted its tenth straight day of strikes on Iran’s military sites as Tehran responded with missile and drone attacks, intensifying tensions in the Strait of Hormuz.
The US imposes 50% tariffs on $20 billion of Canadian goods including wine and cement, escalating trade tensions under the USMCA agreement and impacting key sectors.
The IMF approved a €604 million disbursement to Ukraine after a satisfactory program review, supporting Kiev amid delays in reforms and ongoing conflict.
US military deaths in the Iran conflict have reached 17 after a soldier was killed during the detonation of Iranian explosives in Iraq, with US forces escalating military deployments amid rising tensions.
Russian forces attacked Zaporizhzhia and Sumy with guided bombs on July 19, killing at least three civilians and damaging residential and industrial infrastructure.
The US has launched airstrikes against Iran for the ninth night, while Iran targets US bases in Kuwait and Bahrain amid escalating Middle East tensions.
Russian ballistic missile strike overnight causes fires and damage across Kyiv, leaving at least one dead and multiple injured amid heightened conflict tensions.
The Trump administration's tentative approval for Saudi uranium enrichment without full IAEA oversight raises nuclear proliferation concerns amid regional tensions with Iran.
Ukrainian drone attacks overnight targeted Russian regions including Tambov, Moscow, and Crimea, causing fires, casualties, and evacuations at key logistics sites and urban areas.
The US launched multiple strikes on Iranian infrastructure, prompting Iranian retaliatory attacks and heightened regional defense measures amid escalating tensions.
Ukraine's parliament is poised to approve Sergei Koretsky as the new prime minister, with a significant Cabinet reshuffle scheduled for July 16.
Russian forces launched missile attacks on Kyiv and drone strikes on Kharkiv, causing casualties and infrastructure damage amid ongoing military tensions.
The US is negotiating to restore an Iraq-Syria oil pipeline bypassing the Strait of Hormuz, aiming to reduce Iran's regional energy influence amid heightened Middle East tensions.
Russian forces struck Izyum with guided bombs and Shahed drones, causing civilian casualties and damage to infrastructure in the Kharkiv region.
The US military launched new strikes on Iranian targets near the Strait of Hormuz to disrupt attacks on commercial shipping, escalating regional tensions and raising global energy market risks.
US forces struck Iran for the third time this week after attacks on commercial vessels, leading to the closure of the crucial Strait of Hormuz and escalating regional tensions.
June 2026 saw the highest civilian casualties in Ukraine since the invasion began, with UN reports indicating a continued rise in deaths and injuries amid ongoing Russian attacks.
The Saratov oil refinery has suspended operations after Ukrainian drone attacks damaged its primary processing unit, exacerbating fuel shortages in Russia.
Iran held a closed funeral for Ayatollah Ali Khamenei amid rising regional tensions, with implications for energy markets and geopolitical risk assessments.
The US has launched new airstrikes on Iran targeting over 80 military sites to curb Tehran’s interference with shipping in the Strait of Hormuz, escalating regional tensions.
Fuel prices in Crimea nearly doubled in early July amid Russia's domestic supply shortages and export restrictions, with prices rising 78.4% on average for the week.
President Trump promises to remove Syria from the terrorism sponsor list, enabling new investment opportunities and signaling a strategic US-Syria rapprochement.
US military strikes Iranian targets after attacks on commercial vessels in the Strait of Hormuz, while diplomatic efforts to de-escalate tensions remain stalled.
Cuba's electrical grid suffered a total blackout amid worsening fuel shortages and intensified U.S. sanctions, further deepening the island’s energy crisis.
Gazprom has contracted with Russia's Defense Ministry to form mobile security units to patrol and protect gas infrastructure, employing personnel without active military status.
Russian forces launched missile and drone strikes on Kyiv and surrounding areas, causing at least seven deaths and extensive damage to residential buildings and infrastructure.
Russia permits circulation of higher-sulfur Euro-3 fuels domestically until 2026 to address fuel shortages caused by refinery strikes and supply disruptions.
June saw a 29% drop in Russian drone strikes and a 15% decrease in missile attacks on Ukraine compared to May, though experts caution this may be temporary amid ongoing conflict.
The US has extended the temporary license for Serbia’s NIS to operate under sanctions, allowing ongoing crude processing while ownership shifts from Gazprom to MOL Group.
The US and Iran agreed to halt attacks until June 30 ahead of talks in Qatar on reopening the Strait of Hormuz, impacting global oil markets and shipping volumes.
US forces struck Iranian military infrastructure after drone attacks on oil tankers near the Strait of Hormuz, escalating tensions and impacting global energy markets.
Russia's aviation kerosene imports from Belarus surged nearly fourfold in May amid declining domestic production caused by refinery outages and ongoing military conflicts.
US strikes Iran after drone attack on Singapore-flagged ship in Strait of Hormuz; Iran retaliates by firing on US bases, raising oil prices amid regional tensions.
Finland has lifted its ban on importing and storing nuclear weapons as of July 1, bolstering national and NATO security amid escalating tensions with Russia.
France and Italy express reservations over the EU's proposed entry ban on Russian combatants, fearing it may unintentionally impact all Russian travelers amid the 21st sanctions package.
Drone debris caused a fire at a major oil depot near Krasnodar, while simultaneous drone strikes hit energy infrastructure across Crimea, triggering power outages and explosions.
The US Senate narrowly passed a resolution urging troop withdrawal from Iran conflict zones amid active peace talks and a fragile ceasefire.
The US has imposed new sanctions on five major Cuban state companies controlling 40% of the economy, escalating economic tensions and enabling US firms to pursue compensation claims.
Russia limits gasoline and diesel sales in over 50 regions due to supply disruptions from Ukrainian drone attacks on oil refineries.
Right-wing businessman Abelardo de la Espriella leads Colombia's presidential runoff, signaling a turn toward tougher security policies and economic deregulation.
The US and Iran agreed on a communication channel to prevent incidents in the Strait of Hormuz, finalizing a 60-day roadmap for broader diplomatic agreements amid ongoing technical talks.
The US may impose fees for Strait of Hormuz passage if the Iran deal fails, following a temporary ceasefire and lifted blockade, signaling potential shifts in global oil trade flows.
Germany's Economy Minister Katherina Reiche emphasized that future EU-Turkey gas contracts must exclude Russian supplies amid efforts to reduce reliance on Russian energy sources.
Ukrainian drone strikes caused fires at strategic sites in Crimea, including Kerch port's oil terminal and Sevastopol's defense zones, with air defenses shooting down four UAVs.
US intelligence warns Netanyahu may undermine the US-Iran deal amid Israeli concerns over Hezbollah and regional security ahead of key elections.