Israel launched airstrikes in Iran following Iranian missile attacks; US President Trump signals potential peace deal, adding complexity to regional tensions and market volatility.
US Treasury’s OFAC extends MOL’s deadline to June 16 to finalize acquisition of Gazprom’s stake in Serbia’s oil refiner NIS amid sanctions-induced disruptions.
Russian forces struck Zaporizhzhia causing fire and partial power outage; emergency services respond amid warnings of further aerial bomb threats.
Ukraine apologized to Greece after a sea drone carrying explosives was found near Lefkada Island, citing Russian aggression as the root cause and pledging to prevent future incidents.
US forces intercepted four Iranian drones threatening shipping in the Strait of Hormuz, striking radar stations amid ongoing Gulf tensions and regional missile attacks.
The US Treasury has broadened sanctions on Cuba, targeting President DÃaz-Canel and Castro family members amid escalating political tensions and economic challenges.
The US House passed a bill imposing new sanctions on Russia and boosting military aid for Ukraine, pending Senate approval and potential presidential veto.
Rosneft advisor Andrei Bezrukov forecasts a prolonged war for Russia lasting decades, urging economic and state reforms to integrate defense priorities amid recent drone attacks.
Finnish authorities have seized €3.7 million of Russian assets to enforce Naftogaz’s $5 billion arbitration award tied to Crimea expropriations.
Ukrainian drones attacked Russia's Leningrad region hours before the St. Petersburg Economic Forum, prompting air defense responses and airport restrictions.
The EU plans to restrict Microsoft, Google, and Amazon from bidding on government cloud tenders in strategic sectors to reduce dependence on U.S. tech firms.
US forces disabled a Gambian-flagged vessel heading to Iran in the Gulf of Oman amid enforcement of the Strait of Hormuz blockade, following repeated warnings.
Belgorod has resumed mobile internet and street lighting after months of disruptions due to regional security threats and infrastructure challenges.
Drone attacks in Rostov and Saratov regions ignite fires at oil storage and refinery facilities, causing infrastructure damage but no reported casualties.
Putin warns Armenia of tariff hikes and work restrictions if it leaves the Eurasian Economic Union amid rising tensions over the country’s EU integration efforts.
President Trump demands Iran adhere to US 'red lines,' including a nuclear weapons ban, as framework talks continue amid cautious progress.
A Russian drone crashed onto a Romanian apartment rooftop during attacks on Ukraine, causing fire, injuries, and evacuation amid heightened regional tensions.
The EU delays appointing a negotiator for talks with Russia, focusing first on clarifying goals and increasing sanctions pressure amid the Ukraine conflict.
Russia warns Armenia that closer EU ties risk ending duty-free gas and oil supplies, threatening Armenia’s energy security and strategic cooperation with Moscow.
The US conducted defensive strikes on southern Iran targets, aiming to protect American troops during an ongoing ceasefire, impacting energy markets and geopolitical risk.
President Trump orders the destruction of Iran's enriched uranium stocks either in the US or on-site under IAEA oversight amid ongoing nuclear tensions.
Russian drone strikes hit Kyiv causing casualties and fires, with possible use of the 'Oreshnik' ballistic missile raising escalation concerns in Ukraine conflict.
President Trump announces deployment of 5,000 additional US troops to Poland, reversing Pentagon's recent halt amidst evolving European military strategies.
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.
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.
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.
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.
The US Treasury has let expire its temporary waiver on sanctions for Russian oil shipments, ending a brief regulatory easing amid high energy prices.
Russian forces conducted drone and missile strikes overnight on May 17 targeting multiple Ukrainian regions, causing property damage and injuries but no reported fatalities.
Following talks in Beijing, Trump reveals China’s interest in U.S. oil and soybean purchases and potential influence on Iran amid shifting trade dynamics.
Trump and Xi Jinping meet in Beijing to discuss Iran, trade, and Taiwan, key topics with significant implications for global markets and energy sectors.
Ukraine imposes sanctions on 32 Russian companies and 34 individuals linked to the military-industrial complex, extending measures against key defense suppliers and lobbyists.
Ukraine has escalated its deep-strike capabilities and regained territory, shifting momentum decisively against Russia in the ongoing conflict.
The UAE has reportedly conducted secret airstrikes on Iranian oil infrastructure amid escalating Iranian drone and missile attacks, shifting regional dynamics and impacting key economic sectors.
Latvian Defense Minister Andris Spruds resigns following unauthorized drone incursions linked to Ukraine, raising concerns over Baltic airspace security amid regional conflicts.
Putin favors former German Chancellor Gerhard Schröder as the EU's negotiator for ending the Ukraine conflict, signaling Moscow's readiness for peace talks under respectful terms.
The US Department of Defense has started releasing 161 declassified UFO files, including photos and videos, to the public and experts for analysis.
Iran requires tankers to submit detailed vessel information before transiting the Strait of Hormuz amid rising regional tensions and U.S. naval operations.
President Trump announced positive US-Iran negotiations, nearing a deal to end conflict and initiate further talks on nuclear issues and sanctions.
Global oil stocks declined by a record 200 million barrels in April amid Middle East tensions, pushing inventories close to eight-year lows despite demand drops.
Iran launched its first missile and drone strikes on the UAE since a US-Iran truce, prompting regional condemnation and raising concerns over energy security and market stability.
Germany will transfer an 84 MW gas-fired power plant, formerly serving Nord Stream, to Ukraine as humanitarian aid, aiding Ukraine’s energy infrastructure amid ongoing conflict.
Jean-Luc Mélenchon confirms his candidacy for the 2027 French presidential election, setting a polarized political stage amid Macron's exit.
Iran has presented a detailed 14-point peace plan to the US, outlining demands to end the Middle East conflict, while Washington remains skeptical about the proposal's acceptance.
Russian forces launched coordinated Shahed drone strikes across multiple Ukrainian regions, targeting energy and port infrastructure amid ongoing air defense operations.
Oxfam reveals a 56% rise in CEO pay among Germany’s DAX 40 firms since 2019, while worker wages lag behind inflation and social inequality grows amid economic pressures.
The Central Bank keeps the key rate at 14% citing persistent inflation in food prices and external risks, despite overall inflation easing in early 2024.
The UK has withdrawn accreditation from a Russian diplomat in response to Moscow’s expulsion of a British diplomat accused of espionage, escalating diplomatic tensions.