Latvian President Edgars Rinkēvičs warns NATO to prepare for potential escalation with Russia, stressing the need for stronger military capabilities and alliance unity ahead of the Ankara summit.
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.
The US Senate narrowly passed a resolution urging troop withdrawal from Iran conflict zones amid active peace talks and a fragile ceasefire.
Russia's maritime oil exports surged to a 2026 high amid US-Iran negotiations that triggered a 16% drop in global oil prices, intensifying market competition and price pressures.
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.
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.
Italy's Foreign Minister Tajani cancels US visit after President Trump's offensive comments about PM Meloni, raising diplomatic tensions and market watch concerns.
US intelligence warns Netanyahu may undermine the US-Iran deal amid Israeli concerns over Hezbollah and regional security ahead of key elections.
The US has lifted its naval blockade of the Strait of Hormuz, enabling record oil transit volumes amid ongoing US-Iran peace negotiations.
The Strait of Hormuz will reopen immediately after US and Iran sign a peace memorandum, ending port blockades and easing energy market tensions.
G7 leaders unveil new sanctions targeting Russian energy exports and pledge increased delivery of advanced weaponry to Ukraine amid shifting battlefield dynamics.
Bolivia and the US sign their first drug-fighting agreement since 2008, pledging $20 million in support to combat cocaine trafficking amid ongoing diplomatic tensions.
Brazil’s Supreme Court sentenced Eduardo Bolsonaro to over four years in prison for foreign lobbying against Brazil’s judiciary amid upcoming 2026 elections.
France, Germany, the UK, and Italy endorse the US-Iran deal, emphasizing nuclear non-proliferation and the restoration of safe maritime navigation through the Strait of Hormuz.
The US plans to reduce NATO combat aircraft and naval assets in Europe, limiting long-range strike and surveillance capabilities amid a strategic pivot to the Indo-Pacific.
US cancels planned strikes on Iran amid diplomatic progress, prompting shifts in energy and defense markets as multinational deal nears finalization.
The U.S. has sanctioned Cuba’s state oil company CUPET, escalating economic pressure amid Cuba’s worsening fuel crisis and targeting top regime officials.
US military strikes on Iran resume, prompting Tehran to attack US bases and close the strategic Strait of Hormuz, escalating tensions and impacting global energy routes.
Twenty-two countries accuse Iran of orchestrating deadly attacks targeting dissidents and Jewish communities on their territories, demanding an immediate halt.
Tatiana Kurashkevich, a Russian citizen, was arrested in Georgia on U.S. sanctions evasion charges, highlighting intensified international enforcement and potential trade sector impacts.
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 Díaz-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.
Israel and Lebanon, mediated by the US, agree to a ceasefire requiring Hezbollah to cease fire and withdraw from southern Litani River sectors amid ongoing conflict.
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.
The UN faces bankruptcy due to delayed payments from the US and China, forcing drastic budget cuts and threatening global peacekeeping and humanitarian efforts.
The US has covertly assisted about 70 commercial vessels through the Iran-blockaded Strait of Hormuz over three weeks, with most ships sailing without active transponders.
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.
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.
UN peacekeeping forces have dropped to a 25-year low due to funding gaps and geopolitical tensions, with a 49% reduction since 2016, SIPRI reports.
Ukraine's president and key European leaders held a video conference to advance diplomatic efforts amid stronger Ukrainian battlefield positions and increased intelligence sharing.
President Trump announces deployment of 5,000 additional US troops to Poland, reversing Pentagon's recent halt amidst evolving European military strategies.
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.
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.
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.
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 offers NATO long-range drones and missiles to fill strategic defense gaps amid shifts in European missile deployments.
Former Polish Justice Minister Zbigniew Ziobro fled Hungary for the US amid extradition efforts by Poland’s government following Hungary’s new prime minister’s pledge.
President Trump confirms possible redeployment of US troops from Germany to Poland, signaling a strategic shift with implications for European security and defense markets.
EU leaders coordinate potential talks with Russia amid ongoing tensions, while Moscow shows no clear readiness for serious negotiations.